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It might have proved a smash-hit on Xbox Live, but now Gears of War has a tougher challenge: validate Microsoft's Game for Windows Live service. Develop caught up with lead designer CliffyB to talk porting, Poland and player-generated content...
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LightSpeed Studios announced as sponsor of the Player’s Choice Award – NOW OPEN TO VOTE!
MCV/DEVELOP has announced LightSpeed Studios as the sponsor of a new category at the MCV/DEVELOP Awa…
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MCV/DEVELOP #1007 is HERE!
Hi – Matt here. I’m very excited to let you know that MCV/DEVELOP #1007 is now available…
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[Event news] Develop:Brighton – ustwo announced as first keynote
Develop:Brighton is delighted to reveal the first keynote for this year’s event: ustwo’s Maria Sayan…
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MCV/DEVELOP Awards – Player’s Choice voting now open
The MCV/DEVELOP Awards return on Thursday, June 18, 2026, heading back to the glorious Royal Lancast…
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[Event News] Games Growth Summit Welcomes New Speakers for June Lineup
Emma Smith and Jason Avent join an expanding lineup of industry leaders bringing real-world insight …
Softimage XSI 6.5 available
Latest version of 3D app includes HDR, SDK APIs, UV editing enhancements and better audio support
Read More »Softimage XSI 6.5 available
Latest version of 3D app includes HDR, SDK APIs, UV editing enhancements and better audio support
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Online community for 3D animators and artists celebrates first anniversary with new content
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Online community for 3D animators and artists celebrates first anniversary with new content
Read More »New ToyNews site goes live
Intent Media has today launched a completely new ToyNews website, offering greatly increased content and community networking. Already a success story, the original website had set the standard for the industry, with growing UK and international traffic driven by the recent launch of the ToyNews Daily email service. The revised …
Read More »New ToyNews site goes live
Intent Media has today launched a completely new ToyNews website, offering greatly increased content and community networking. Already a success story, the original website had set the standard for the industry, with growing UK and international traffic driven by the recent launch of the ToyNews Daily email service. The revised …
Read More »Realtime Worlds clarifies Crackdown sequel stance
Studio would "still dearly love" to develop game, but only when the time is right
Read More »Realtime Worlds clarifies Crackdown sequel stance
Studio would "still dearly love" to develop game, but only when the time is right
Read More »Nintendo to sponsor Handheld Learning Conference
Format holder signs up to education exhibition
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[Industry news] XDS 2026 Insights Report is now live
The 2026 XDS Insights Report examines how external development partnerships are evolving as they become a core part of modern production pipelines. Based on input from 250+ industry professionals, the report shows an ecosystem moving beyond delivery risk and into a new phase shaped by coordination, governance, and long-term collaboration.
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The hidden costs of self-publishing on consoles
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MCV/DEVELOP’s 30 Under 30 2025
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Allard Laban and Belia Portillo from Jackbox Games on Jackbox Party Pack 11
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Games Growth Summit Announces First Speakers for 6th Annual Event – 4th June
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Games industry veteran Matt Broughton announced as new Editor of MCV/DEVELOP
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MCV/DEVELOP’s 30 Under 30 2025
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MCV/DEVELOP’s 30 Under 30 2024
