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A Flourishing Industry: The Rise of Italy's Game Development Sector
Italy's gaming industry has experienced significant growth, with a 50% increase in employees to 2,400 since 2021. This expansion can be attributed to the introduction of a 25% tax credit for game developers in 2021. According to Valerio Di Donato, CEO of 34BigThings, the industry has transformed from a 'desert' to a thriving scene. Thalita Malagò, director general at IIDEA, notes that local admin…
Aug. 8, 2023, 1:53 p.m.
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Overcoming Challenges: The Journey of En Garde Developers in Founding a Studio
The surprise hit of the Future Games Show, En Garde, is a vibrant fencing action game where players take on the role of Adalia de Volador, a skilled swashbuckler. The game's lighthearted tone and polished visuals captured the attention of many players, making it one of the most popular demos during the 2023 Steam Next Fest. Initially, En Garde began as a graduation project by the eight co-founder…
Aug. 7, 2023, 2:14 p.m.
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The Right to Repair: A Critical Step Towards Sustainable Technology
The latest conflict minerals report highlights the industry's lack of progress in sourcing materials responsibly, with Microsoft and GameStop showing significant backsliding. The issue is further complicated by the practice of planned obsolescence, where companies design products to have limited lifespans, contributing to the growing problem of e-waste. Experts like Elizabeth Chamberlain, directo…
Aug. 4, 2023, 2:30 p.m.
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Microsoft's Alarming Lack of Transparency in Conflict Mineral Disclosure Highlights Industry Decline
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Aug. 2, 2023, 1:48 p.m.
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The Business of In-Game Advertising: Gamefam's Approach to Creating Engaging Experiences
The rise of online gaming has transformed certain titles into full-fledged platforms, such as Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite, which now host various events, activations, and interactive experiences designed to promote brands and movies. In March, Epic Games introduced the Unreal Editor for Fortnite, enabling users to design, develop, and publish games and experiences directly within Fortnite. Th…
Aug. 1, 2023, 2:29 p.m.
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Unleashing Creativity: Capcom's Approach to Exoprimal
Exoprimal, Capcom's latest live-service dinosaur game, exudes a distinct old-school charm, blending campy humor, over-the-top action, and stylish experimentation. This is partly due to the fact that Exoprimal represents a departure from Capcom's usual franchises, such as Resident Evil, Street Fighter, and Monster Hunter. According to Exoprimal director Takuro Hiraoka, 'Capcom has many established…
Aug. 1, 2023, 1:15 p.m.
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From Animated Commercials to Indie Gaming Success: Ember Lab's Journey
Since its founding in 2009, Ember Lab has evolved from a commercial animation and digital content company to a successful indie game developer. The studio's co-founders, Josh and Michael Grier, attribute their journey to their background in storytelling and their ability to adapt to new mediums. Initially, the brothers focused on creating engaging 60-second stories for commercial clients, which h…
July 31, 2023, 3:08 p.m.
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ESRB Seeks to Simplify Collection of Children's Personal Data
The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) has submitted an application to the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to approve the use of facial age estimation as a method of verifiable parental consent under the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). This technology, developed by Yoti, aims to estimate a person's age based on their appearance. The ESRB, along with SuperAwesome, a sub…
July 28, 2023, 3:03 p.m.
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Hyper Games Embarks on a Mission to Introduce Moomins to the Masses
The world is divided into two groups of people: those who grew up with Tove Jansson's Moomin series and those who have never heard of it. Describing Jansson's universe to someone unfamiliar with it is a challenging task, as it encompasses a wide range of emotions and themes, including poetry, melancholy, queerness, darkness, fear, joy, and a deep connection with nature. Her work is a must-read th…
July 27, 2023, 12:59 p.m.
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Neon Doctrine: Forging Connections Between Taiwanese Developers and the Global Gaming Community
Iain Garner, co-founder of Neon Doctrine, never envisioned a career in the video game industry. Born in a small village in North England, Garner developed a passion for gaming at an early age, spending hours playing Sonic the Hedgehog on a black and white screen. After completing his degree in English literature and history, he took a year off to teach English in China, which ultimately led to a …
July 26, 2023, 1:52 p.m.