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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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[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…
7 days ago
[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…
1 week ago
[Industry news] Competition to join Indie Stars at Game Republic New Horizons in October
Indie game developers from around the world with unpublished games are being invited to enter a comp…
1 week ago
[Industry news] GTA creators reunite for landmark Scottish games industry event
The Scottish Game Developers Association (SGDA) is proud to announce the return of Games Day 2026, a…
1 week ago
Finalists announced for the Women In Games Awards 2026
The full list of finalists for the Women In Games Awards 2026 has been released, with the prestigiou…
Cliff’s Notes
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...
Read More »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
Read More »Autodesk upgrades AREA
Online community for 3D animators and artists celebrates first anniversary with new content
Read More »Autodesk upgrades AREA
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
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[Industry news] Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 “A Painted Symphony” goes on an international tour in 2027
Following an initial run of sold-out concerts across France and Europe (Seine Musicale, Eventim Apollo…), met with an enthusiastic response from audiences, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 “A Painted Symphony” is entering an exciting new chapter. Led by composer Lorien Testard, vocalist Alice Duport-Percier and Orchestre Curieux, the official concert dedicated to the game’s original soundtrack will tour France, Europe and the United States 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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[Industry news] ZBD Launches Complete Payments Stack Built for Games
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[Industry News] 80% of Western game developers plan to launch title in China
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Finalists announced for the Women In Games Awards 2026
The full list of finalists for the Women In Games Awards 2026 has been released, …
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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!
