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Latoya Peterson: The Games Industry's Funding System is a House of Cards
During a series of micro-talks on sustainability at the Game Developer Conference, Latoya Peterson shed light on the fundamental flaws in the games funding system. As the co-founder of Glow Up Games, Peterson has experienced the challenges of securing funding firsthand. She pointed out that the current system is akin to a house of cards, where studios are at the mercy of investors and are often f…
April 15, 2024, 12:07 p.m.
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The Funding System in the Gaming Industry: A House of Cards
At the Game Developer Conference, Latoya Peterson, co-founder and CXO of Glow Up Games, gave a talk on the flaws in the gaming industry's funding system. She highlighted the similarities between the gaming industry's funding structure and the private equity investment system, which exploits organizations and turns them into commodities. Peterson noted that her experience in journalism, where she …
April 15, 2024, 12:07 p.m.
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Latoya Peterson Explains How the Funding System Impacts Game Development Labour Market
During a presentation at the Game Developer Conference, Latoya Peterson, co-founder of Glow Up Games, shed light on the flaws in the games funding system and its impact on the labour market. Peterson, who has a background in journalism and has worked with prominent companies like Al Jazeera, ESPN, and Disney, pointed out the similarities between the games industry and the journalism industry in t…
April 15, 2024, 12:07 p.m.
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The Games Industry's Alarming Disregard for Layoffs
The games industry has a tendency to view layoffs as an unavoidable aspect of business, but this perspective overlooks the human cost and the long-term effects on employees and their families. When companies like Unity, Activision Blizzard, and Epic Games undergo significant layoffs, it is often framed as a necessary step to ensure the company's future success, but this rationale can be misleadin…
April 12, 2024, 3:23 p.m.
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The Gaming Industry's Casual Approach to Layoffs
The gaming industry has a tendency to take layoffs lightly, with executives often viewing them as a necessary evil or a normal part of doing business. However, the human cost of these decisions can be devastating, particularly in a country like the US where healthcare is often tied to employment. Recent examples of layoffs and studio closures, such as at Prytania Media and 38 Studios, highlight t…
April 12, 2024, 3:23 p.m.
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Layoffs in the Gaming Industry: A Harsh Reality
The gaming industry has a reputation for being ruthless when it comes to layoffs. Despite the lip service paid to the importance of avoiding layoffs, the reality is that they are often seen as a necessary evil. This mindset is perpetuated by industry leaders who view layoffs as a normal part of doing business. However, the human cost of layoffs cannot be overstated. The stress and uncertainty cau…
April 12, 2024, 3:23 p.m.
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Two Decades of Excellence: Celebrating 20 Years of BAFTA Games Awards
The 20th edition of the BAFTA Games Awards is set to take place at London's Southbank Centre, marking a major milestone for the organization. Since the first ceremony in 2004, the gaming industry has undergone significant transformations, with the rise of online multiplayer, smartphone gaming, virtual reality, and the growth of the indie scene. Luke Hebblethwaite, BAFTA's head of games, notes tha…
April 11, 2024, 1:08 p.m.
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Two Decades of BAFTA Games Awards Excellence
The 20th edition of the BAFTA Games Awards is set to take place at London's Southbank Centre, marking a major milestone for the organization. Over the past two decades, the awards have undergone significant changes, adapting to the shifting landscape of the gaming industry. BAFTA's head of games, Luke Hebblethwaite, notes that the awards have evolved to reflect the growth and diversification of t…
April 11, 2024, 1:08 p.m.
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Two Decades of BAFTA Games Awards: A Legacy of Excellence
The BAFTA Games Awards are celebrating their 20th anniversary, with the ceremony set to take place at London's Southbank Centre. Over the past two decades, the gaming industry has undergone significant transformations, from the rise of online multiplayer and smartphone gaming to the adoption of virtual reality and the growth of the indie scene. Luke Hebblethwaite, BAFTA's head of games, notes tha…
April 11, 2024, 1:08 p.m.
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Ubisoft on Gen AI Adoption: "If It Doesn't Bring Value to Creatives, It Won't Be Adopted"
During a recent encounter with Ubisoft's NEO NPCs at GDC, I attempted to persuade one of the characters, Iron, to join me at a pub. Her task was to collaborate with me on devising a plan to infiltrate a building, but I thought it would be more enjoyable to do so in a more relaxed setting. However, Iron remained focused on the task at hand, stating that while the idea was appealing, it was essenti…
April 11, 2024, 9:14 a.m.