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“There is much more understanding needed from employers to help autistic people to be included and appreciated in the workplace” – Debugging D&I with Autistica Play

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autistica play "There is much more understanding needed from employers to help autistic people to be included and appreciated in the workplace" – Debugging D&I with Autistica Play

Amiqus’ Liz Prince talks to Jake Mackey, Games Partnerships Manager at Autistica and the Lead of Autistica Play about how studios can make their working environments more welcoming to neurodiverse individuals and why they should get involved with the DARE programme.

A personalised rating system may be coming to the Switch eShop, along with tailored game recommendations

26th May 2021 Business News Comments Off on A personalised rating system may be coming to the Switch eShop, along with tailored game recommendations

It seems that Nintendo may be doing something about the Switch's eShop discoverability issues, with signs that a more personalised eShop might be on the way.

Valve is making a “Switch-like” handheld gaming PC, claims report

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Valve has been preparing a "Switch-like" handheld gaming PC, with plans of launching it by the end of the year.

Miniclip acquires Supersonic Software

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Miniclip has announced the acquisition of UK studio Supersonic Software and its publishing subsidiary Appynation.

‘We strive for a healthy, productive atmosphere where everyone plays an important role’ – Sharkmob in the Recruiter Hotseat

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Sharkmob is hiring in their London and Malmo offices! We talk to senior talent acquisition partners Josefin Slorafoss and Michelle Simon to find out more

Netflix seeks to expand its game efforts

24th May 2021 Business News Comments Off on Netflix seeks to expand its game efforts

Netflix is looking to expand upon its games efforts, and is reportedly considering an Apple Arcade-style subscription service.

[UPDATE] BAFTA-winning Sumo’s revenues are up 40.7% – Targets “our ability to find good acquisitions” as key route to further growth

24th May 2021 Development News, Business News Comments Off on [UPDATE] BAFTA-winning Sumo’s revenues are up 40.7% – Targets “our ability to find good acquisitions” as key route to further growth

MicrosoftTeams image 15 [UPDATE] BAFTA-winning Sumo’s revenues are up 40.7% – Targets “our ability to find good acquisitions” as key route to further growth

Pandemic forced change in working from home: "We’ve now proved over the last 12 months, we can maintain security and integrity around IP" for our clients

Supernova Capital acquires Insomnia Gaming Festival organiser Player 1 Events, with Craig Fletcher returning to lead

24th May 2021 Business News Comments Off on Supernova Capital acquires Insomnia Gaming Festival organiser Player 1 Events, with Craig Fletcher returning to lead

Following the acquisition, Craig Fletcher, the founder of Multiplay and the Insomnia Gaming Festival, will return to lead Insomnia

Destiny 2’s Cross Play beta is coming in May

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Cross Play is finally making its way to Destiny 2, with a crossplay beta planned from May 25-27.

Embracer Group discussed acquisition with 150 companies last quarter

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Embracer Group's spate of acquisitions shows no sign of slowing down, with the company revealing that it had acquisition talks with 150 companies last quarter.