Game developers stories
Xsolla report reveals video game industry trends & EU regulatory shifts
Fri, 17th May 2024
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Xsolla's latest report spotlights game development trends, EU regulations favouring developers, and a 25% job growth prediction in the industry by 2032.
Adobe integrates Firefly AI into Substance 3D for game devs
Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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Adobe introduces Firefly-powered generative AI features into its Substance 3D design platform, enhancing efficiency and creative potential for game developers and VFX professionals.
k-ID unveils global gaming safety platform for age-appropriate app dev
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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Tech firm k-ID introduces revolutionary platform to ensure global gaming safety compliance and providing age-appropriate experiences for young gamers.
Google Cloud forms strategic partnerships with Vietnam's top game devs
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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data analytics
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public cloud
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genai
Google Cloud partners with top Vietnamese game developers VNGGames, Amanotes and Wolffun Game to enhance gaming services.
NVIDIA releases the GeForce RTX 4060 game-ready driver
Fri, 30th Jun 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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software updates
The NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture at the heart of the GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a massive upgrade, with AI-powered DLSS 3, and supercharging creative apps.
Booming NZ games sector earning more than Australia’s
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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New data shows New Zealand’s interactive games industry earns a third more than its Australian counterpart while employing half as many people.
Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies
Mon, 4th Jan 2021
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covid-19
New Zealand's tech sector, including game development and local IT companies, is driving continued growth, according to NZTech.
Seven Dunedin game developers granted $450k
Tue, 24th Nov 2020
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game developers
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funding
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capital raising
The funding, which is part of a wider $10 million allocation, is designed to create and nurture the game development industry in the region.
Lenovo picks budding Kiwi game developer as ‘Legion Epprentice’
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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Lenovo has announced the winner of its Lenovo Legion Epprenticeship, an initiative created to encourage budding developers wanting a career in gaming.
NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets
Fri, 7th Feb 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mobile gaming
The industry could potentially be worth $1 billion dollars by 2025 if it continues its 39% average annual growth.
Singapore-based Garena buys game studio Phoenix Labs
Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game developers
Garena, part of Sea Limited, has acquired Canadian game studio Phoenix Labs to boost its global game development capabilities and market reach.
Animoca Brands acquires San Fran gaming company behind Power Rangers
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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In a major move, Animoca Brands acquires the San Francisco-based gaming firm nWay for AUD $11.4 million, aiming to tap into competitive gaming markets.
2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game
Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.
PAX AUS reveals this year's Indie Showcase winners
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pax australia
PAX Australia announces winners of its AUS Indie Showcase, featuring games like Wayward Strand and Ring of Pain.
JPlay & DGames bring blockchain to eSports
Thu, 8th Nov 2018
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game developers
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esports
JPlay is one of the world’s first blockchain-powered eSports platforms, launched this month in Taipei, Taiwan.
Founded in an Auckland garage, acquired by global colossus
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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path of exile
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grinding gear games
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A Kiwi video game developer known worldwide for 'Path of Exile' has announced a majority acquisition from Chinese giant Tencent.
Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue
Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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gaming
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igea
The Australian video game development industry continues to flourish, despite minimal recognition from their government.
Gaming conference invites Kiwis to learn from the experts
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nzcer
Games for Learning conference invites gaming experts, Kiwi game devs and educators to explore the role of games in learning.
What does it take to become a Call of Duty, Infinity Ward game developer?
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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call of duty
Ever wondered what goes into designing the look & feel of a game? Curious to know what skills are needed to score a job as a game developer? Read on..
Kiwi creators along with British company bring Thunderbirds back to life
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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telco
A new Thunderbirds Are Go: Adventures app has been developed by a British production company and Kiwi developers.