It really does look as if VR is going to be the next interactive tech battleground. The Wall Street Journal reports that, according to people familiar with the project”, Microsoft has joined the list of companies actively developing virtual reality hardware. The tech has allegedly been in development in conjunction …

From wristbands to eyewear, Develop asks what the future holds for wearable technology and video games

Everything you need to know about this year's Develop Awards, the new categories and how to win

Valve has announced the beta launch of its Steam service for VR platforms, including the Oculus Rift. Valve programmer Joe Ludwig took to Steam’s community pages to post instructions on how any Steam user with VR headset can utilize the service’s Big Picture mode to play games that carry VR …

MCV takes a look at the biggest releases and events that will affect the games industry in the next year. 1. Dark Souls II For the masochistic gamers out there a sequel to the insanely difficult Dark Souls will be coming to stores in March. The series has a relentless …

Entry-level game engine arrives on Valve’s PC store via Greenlight

Currys/PC World owner says it’s keeping close tabs on Valve’s new Steam Machines to bring devices to the High Street. Valve took to the stage at this year’s CES show to lift the lid on the long-awaited devices and confirmed 13 partners would produce their own iterations of the device, …

The games industry has an exciting year ahead of it, but what do leading developers and platform holders believe will be the big trends of the next twelve months?

Meet the men and women who made a big impact and brought our industry forward in the last twelve months

Develop has selected gifted programmers, entrepreneurial leaders and indie stars for this year’s round-up of the best and the brightest young game development talent