In the first of a series of features answering the biggest questions about the industry’s future, Christopher Dring explains why it’s too early to call time on the world’s most successful shooter franchise. Has Call of Duty peaked?NO. The world’s biggest entertainment product is in trouble. At least, that’s what …
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[Guest post] Video Games Aren’t the Enemy of Kids’ Mental Health, Ignoring Them Is
by Sarah Sorrell, Charity Director at Safe In Our World Video games have become an easy target in co…
[Industry news] Curve Games signals growth ambition with major Wyldheart publishing deal
Curve Games has announced a major new publishing partnership with independent developer Wayfinder St…
[Industry news] TIGA Reveals Shortlist for Games Education Awards 2026
This is a press release posted alongside our usual editorial content. TIGA, the trade association re…
[Industry news] DAVE THE DIVER Surpasses 10 Million Sales Worldwide
Mintrocket is delighted to announce that DAVE THE DIVER has surpassed 10 million sales across all pl…
[Industry news] TIGA CALLS ON GOVERNMENT TO ENHANCE VIDEO GAMES EXPENDITURE CREDIT, IN AUTUMN BUDGET SUBMISSION
This is a press release posted alongside our usual editorial content. TIGA, the trade association re…
OPM shows support for Develop Awards
Recruitment outfit on board as table gift partner, as early bird discount deadline nears
Read More »E3 2012: MS to join Sony by announcing streaming game strategy
Sony may not be the only platform holder to announce a streaming content strategy at E3 this week. Kotaku reports that Microsoft could use E3 to unveil ‘Xbox Live Companion’, a new feature that will allow users to stream some Xbox 360 content onto smartphones and tablets. It adds, however, …
Read More »Next-generation consoles ‘will be the last’
Tablet PCs will conquer the market, says Crytek CEO
Read More »E3 2012: Retailer lists Diablo III for PS3
Blizzard’s Diablo III could be heading to PS3, if a listing on German retail site Redcoon is correct. Such an announcement would be a massive PR coup for Sony, with Blizzard’s high-profile IP being PC only for several years now. That’s not to say that the SKU – if it’s …
Read More »Crytek shuns Wii U and Vita
'It is difficult to see a market with a critical mass of players such as Vita' says Cevat Yerli
Read More »E3 2012: Quantic Dream to reveal new game
David Cage to unveil new title 'Beyond' in press conference tomorrow
Read More »Ex-STALKER devs form new Kiev studio
Union developing cross-platform shooter for Xbox 360, PS3, Mac and PC
Read More »E3 2012: More details on Gears of War Judgement
Gears of War: Judgement, which is being made by Bulletstorm developer People Can Fly, will be set 15 years before the events of the first game in the series. It sees series’ protagonists Baird and his Kilo Squad stand trial for transgression against the Coalition of Governments”. The accusations include …
Read More »The Indian gamer’s guide to live E3 action
A lot has been said over the last few weeks about whether E3 is still relevant, but nevermind that. For many gamers, E3 is still the biggest event of the year, and like every year, the ‘big three’ platform owners and the major publishers will be putting on a show …
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[Guest post] What Gamescom 2026 Means for Games Investment
Gamescom 2026 landed at an odd moment for the industry; money is starting to move again, and the industry's biggest bet in years is about to decide who benefits from it. Behind the demos, the market itself was quietly changing shape.
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[Guest post] AI in Indie Game Development: Risks and Solutions
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[Industry news] For GTA VI Buyers, Choice Matters as Much as Format
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[Industry news] Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 “A Painted Symphony” goes on an international tour in 2027
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[Guest post] How Generative AI Is Changing Game Development
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Finalists announced for the Women In Games Awards 2026
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[Event news] Electric Square announced as sponsor of Outstanding Achievement Award category at Women in Games Awards 2026
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[Event news] Screen Burn to sponsor the Development Impact Award at the MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Awards
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[Event news] Fenris Creations announced as sponsor of Rising Star category at Women in Games Awards 2026
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[Event news] The MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Awards return this September – and nominations are open NOW!

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