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Understanding the South African Gaming Industry by the Numbers
The African continent is home to numerous burgeoning markets, with South Africa standing out as a prominent player, particularly in the gaming industry. As part of our editorial focus on the region, we're examining the broader gaming landscape, including audience size, revenue, and the developer ecosystem, with insights from market research firm Newzoo and a 2021 report by Tshimologong Wits Unive…
March 4, 2024, 9:48 a.m.
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Unlocking Africa's Gaming Potential: Bringing the Global Industry to the Continent
Africa Games Week has established itself as a premier platform for the African gaming industry, with its sixth edition attracting over 1,980 attendees and 360 companies. The event's co-founders, Nick Hall and Rex Bowden, aim to create a gateway for African game developers to access the international market, addressing the challenges of geographical isolation and logistical barriers. By bringing t…
March 4, 2024, 9:47 a.m.
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Unlocking Africa's Gaming Potential: Bringing the World to the Continent
Africa Games Week has established itself as a premier destination for gamers and game developers across the continent. The event's sixth edition, held in December, drew over 1,980 attendees to Cape Town, with 360 companies and 93 speakers participating. The conference showcased over 250 African games, highlighting the region's untapped potential. Co-founder Nick Hall envisions Africa Games Week a…
March 4, 2024, 9:47 a.m.
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Introducing Africa to the Global Gaming Industry
Africa Games Week, now in its sixth year, has become a premier destination for game developers and industry professionals from around the world. The event, held in Cape Town, brings together African game developers with international publishers and investors, providing a unique opportunity for networking and collaboration. In a recent interview, co-founders Nick Hall and Rex Bowden discussed the …
March 4, 2024, 9:47 a.m.
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Empowering Young Professionals in the Gaming Industry
As part of the Black Voices Progress Report, GamesIndustry.biz highlights the diverse experiences of Black professionals in the gaming sector. Funké Joseph, a multifaceted developer, has transitioned from journalism to marketing and game development. With a background in multimedia journalism, Joseph has written for prominent publications like IGN, Vice, and GameSpot. They shifted to the gaming i…
Feb. 29, 2024, 3:38 p.m.
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Empowering Young Professionals in the Gaming Industry | Black Voices Progress Report
As part of GamesIndustry.biz's Black Voices Progress Report, we delve into the experiences of Black professionals in the gaming sector. Our final featured developer of the month, Funké Joseph, exemplifies the multifaceted nature of individuals in the industry, having transitioned from journalism to marketing and now development. With a background in multimedia journalism from Ryerson University, …
Feb. 29, 2024, 3:38 p.m.
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Empowering Young Professionals in the Gaming Industry
As part of the Black Voices Progress Report, GamesIndustry.biz highlights the diverse experiences of Black professionals in the gaming sector. This interview features Funké Joseph, a multifaceted individual who has transitioned from journalism to marketing and now works as a developer at Focus Entertainment. Joseph's background in multimedia journalism has equipped them with a unique perspective …
Feb. 29, 2024, 3:38 p.m.
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Former Volition Developers Launch Shapeshifter Games Amid Industry Layoffs
The closure of Saints Row developer Volition marked the beginning of a wave of layoffs and studio closures in the gaming industry. However, from the ashes of Volition, a new studio has emerged: Shapeshifter Games, founded by Volition alumni Matthew Madigan, Brian Traficante, and Rob Loftus. Currently, the studio is assisting InXile Entertainment with the upcoming Xbox exclusive Clockwork Revoluti…
Feb. 29, 2024, 2:13 p.m.
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Former Volition Team Members Launch Shapeshifter Games Amidst Industry Layoffs
The closure of Saints Row developer Volition marked the beginning of a wave of layoffs and studio shutdowns in the gaming industry. However, from the ashes of Volition, a new studio has emerged: Shapeshifter Games, a co-development house founded by Volition alumni Matthew Madigan, Brian Traficante, and Rob Loftus. Currently, the studio is collaborating with InXile Entertainment on the upcoming Xb…
Feb. 29, 2024, 2:13 p.m.
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Former Volition Developers Launch Shapeshifter Games Amid Industry Layoffs
The closure of Saints Row developer Volition marked the beginning of a wave of layoffs and studio closures in the gaming industry. However, from the ashes of Volition, a new studio has risen: Shapeshifter Games, a co-development house founded by Volition alumni Matthew Madigan, Brian Traficante, and Rob Loftus. The studio is currently working with InXile Entertainment on the upcoming Xbox exclusi…
Feb. 29, 2024, 2:13 p.m.