MCV/DEVELOP News, events, research and jobs from the games industry
"The diversity that is applied to white characters is often missing when other races are depicted in games"
Read More »New report into diversity in games confirms a ‘distinct bias in favour of the young, white, straight male’
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[Industry news] The State of Web Gaming 2026
A new study has revealed how a new generation of web games are experiencing significant growth, enga…
1 week ago
[Event news] gamescom dev announces opening keynote by Amir Satvat and first program highlights
gamescom dev has announced the first major program highlights for its 2026 edition, including an ope…
1 week ago
[Industry news] New TIGA Board Reinforces Commitment to Championing the UK Games Industry
TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, has announced the appointment …
1 week ago
[Industry news] G2 and PUBG MOBILE announce partnership
Today, G2, one of the world’s leading entertainment and esports brands, and PUBG MOBILE Esports, are…
2 weeks ago
[Event news] GAMES MEETS MUSIC 2027 — SUPER EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Games meets Music returns to London on Thursday 15 April 2027. One day, one track, featuring the peo…
Virtuos opens new offices in Canada and South Korea
"David has led our FIFA franchise and EA Sports teams to amazing success”
Read More »EA’s David Rutter takes the reins as group general manager for EA Studios Europe
"David has led our FIFA franchise and EA Sports teams to amazing success”
Read More »Night in the Woods co-creator, Alec Holowka, has died
Holowka's family confirmed the developer died over the weekend
Read More »Esports devs, publishers and ‘sector leaders’ unite to form new esports stakeholder group, ISFE
New organisation wants to "grow the potential of esports"
Read More »Publisher Modus Games acquires first development studio, The Balance Inc.
“This is one of many giant steps for Modus as we strengthen our goal to bring AAA publishing services to independent developers"
Read More »Chucklefish deflects exploitation accusations and insists volunteer devs were ‘under no obligation to create content’
"Regardless of any contracts signed, it's massively unethical to allow workers to contribute huge amounts of content for no pay"
Read More »Astral Chain beats Wreckfest, Man of Medan and Control to No.1
Only around 1,600 units separated No.1 from No.4 in the charts this week
Read More »Knock Knock raises $4m to develop instant games
“With the introduction of 5G and continued improvement of frictionless technologies, App Stores will be an inferior customer and business experience," Knock Knock co-founder said
Read More »Weather Factory’s mentorship partners cut ties following abuse accusations against Alexis Kennedy
Weather Factory’s co-founder Alexis Kennedy has been accused of being a predator by several women on Twitter
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[Industry news] The State of Web Gaming 2026
A new study has revealed how a new generation of web games are experiencing significant growth, engaging players of every kind, driving spend across the gaming ecosystem, and even outcompeting social media when it comes to consumer attention.
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[Industry news] Games Industry Fatigue: 80% of Mobile Developers say engagement strategies lack innovation for growth
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[Industry news] Amiqus Business Manager Liz Prince recognised with MBE
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![PlanetPlay UNICEF Play For The Children Collection [Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact](https://mcvuk.com/wp-content/uploads/PlanetPlay-UNICEF-Play-For-The-Children-Collection-110x75.jpg)
[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
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![Screenshot 2026 05 26 173702 [Industry news] New Report From G2A and Juniper Research Predicts “Trust Advantage” as the Next Growth Driver in Global Digital Commerce](https://mcvuk.com/wp-content/uploads/Screenshot-2026-05-26-173702-110x75.jpg)
[Industry news] New Report From G2A and Juniper Research Predicts “Trust Advantage” as the Next Growth Driver in Global Digital Commerce
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![PlanetPlay UNICEF Play For The Children Collection [Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact](https://mcvuk.com/wp-content/uploads/PlanetPlay-UNICEF-Play-For-The-Children-Collection-310x165.jpg)
[Industry news] PlanetPlay and UNICEF unite gamers for global impact
PlanetPlay (www.planetplay.com), the award-winning not-for-profit platform that channels the power of games into real-world impact, has teamed up with UNICEF (www.unicef.org) to engage gamers worldwide in support of children.
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Alan Boswell Group announced as sponsors at MCV/DEVELOP Awards
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Keywords Studios announced as sponsors of the Major Publisher of the Year Award at MCV/DEVELOP Awards
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Code Wizards announced as key sponsor of MCV/DEVELOP Awards 2026
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