PreMortem.Games

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Belgian developer Cyborn has introduced a fresh perspective on mixed-reality gaming with the release of Wall Town Wonders , a game that transforms living spaces into bustling miniature towns built right on the wall. The game invites players to interact with tiny townsfolk, build unique structures and explore surprises, all while pioneering the possibilities of mixed-reality technology.

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Game Developer

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

What seemed like just a technical challenge turned into a journey that included design, production, marketing and all the other aspects of the industry that make a good idea become a finished and published project.

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iXie gaming

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Multiplayer games are becoming more complex every single day – but so is the challenge of maintaining a stable, high-performance environment. Scaling is not merely about increasing server capacity but requires a nuanced approach to managing synchronization, network stability, security, and cross-region data consistency. Every aspect of this process introduces unique testing demands that, if unmet, can lead to significant performance issues that impact gameplay and user retention.

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Game Developer

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Yoshida has become synonymous with the PlayStation brand after spending over three decades at Sony.

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iXie gaming

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

First-time success in console submission is no small feat. For gaming companies, achieving certification on the initial attempt can mean the difference between a profitable launch and costly delays. Console platforms set a high bar for certification, encompassing stringent compliance, functional, and performance criteria. Here, we’ll explore why first-time pass rates are challenging yet essential—and how expert partners like iXie – the Gaming Division of Indium can help make them achievable.

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Game Developer

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Worlds Untold is going on hiatus as its leaders search for someone to back its first game and 'help bring our vision to life.

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GamesIndustry.biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

PlayStation 2 has sold 160 million units worldwide, maintaining its top spot as the best selling console of all time.

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GamesIndustry.biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

"The pirates are hiding in a nearby nebula," a fleet officer tells us. "We can either explore them one at a time, but run the risk of abandoning the convoy, or we can send probes into each one – but that will definitely alert the pirates to our presence. Or we could just proceed to the rendez-vous and hope we're not ambushed.

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Game Developer

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This month on the Game Developer podcast, we interview Ben Brode, chief development officer at Second Dinner, the studio behind Marvel Snap.

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Game Wisdom

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Credit Cards vs. Crypto vs. Digital Wallets – Cybersecurity Tips for Gamers Josh Bycer josh@game-wisdom.com When it comes to paying for games or buying that must-have skin, there are plenty of options out there. But with so many ways to pay, how do you know which one’s the safest? Between credit cards, cryptocurrency, and digital … The post Credit Cards vs.

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Game Developer

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Celebrate the original PlayStation's 30th anniversary in Japan with hard sales numbers and retrospectives for the whole PlayStation family.

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GamesIndustry.biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

A second studio founded by a BioWare alumni has shuttered in as many days.

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iXie gaming

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The mobile gaming landscape has become fiercely competitive, defined by rapid hardware advancements and an increasingly diverse array of devices. For game developers, success in this arena hinges on providing a seamless experience across the growing spectrum of devices. Meeting that challenge requires not only advanced game QA practices but access to an extensive and up-to-date device inventory—one that can bridge performance, compatibility, and regional expectations to help games thrive in a gl

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GamesIndustry.biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Berlin-based Codecks has secured €1 million in funding to further support its project management tool.

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GamesIndustry.biz

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Scopely has opened a new studio in Saudi Arabia, led by EA veteran Charity Joy.

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