The 20th anniversary edition of Nordic Game Conference from May 21 till May 24 was a big success, with many brilliant speakers and attendees from all over the world. More than 2500 attendees visited the live event, either physically in Malmö, or online via the Nordic Game Discord. 30k unique viewers …
Read More »[From the Industry] More fantastic panellists added to the TIGA Games Education Conference line up
We are delighted to announce David Sharrock, Executive Producer at Slitherine Software and Chris Mol…
[From the industry] 2024 Game Devs of Color Expo tickets now available
Today, Game Devs of Color Expo announced that tickets are now available for purchase for its 2024 on…
[From the industry] Amazon Games signs publishing deal with Maverick Games for new narrative-led open-world driving game
Amazon Games announced today that it has reached an agreement with Maverick Games to publish a new A…
Blaze Entertainment’s new Chairman reunites with Lara Croft ahead of Evercade summer release
Blaze Entertainment has announced that games industry veteran Dominic Wheatley has been appointed as…
Issue 996 of MCV/DEVELOP is out now
The latest issue of MCV/DEVELOP is available to read online now, with print editions working their w…
[From the industry] Colm Larkin appointed as CEO of IMIRT, the Irish Game Makers Association
IMIRT, the Irish Game Makers Association, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Colm Larkin as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With an illustrious career in the gaming industry and a deep commitment to fostering the growth of Ireland’s game development community, Colm brings a wealth of experience and …
Read More »[From the industry] Metaverse studio Karta hires from Tommy Hilfiger, Epic Games and Emperia
Karta, an award-winning metaverse studio pioneering the world of in-game experiential marketing, announces new hires from Tommy Hilfiger, Epic Games and Emperia. The startup, which works across Fortnite, Roblox and Zepeto, has been growing its senior team significantly with prominent names from fashion, tech and gaming to meet the ever-increasing …
Read More »[From the industry] Stars of Red Dead Redemption 2 and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to host Future Games Show Summer Showcase
The Future Games Show returns on Saturday, June 8 at 12pm PT, 3pm ET and 8pm BST. The show will be broadcast on Twitch, YouTube, X, Facebook, TikTok, GamesRadar, BiliBili and more. It will be hosted by BAFTA Award nominee Roger Clark (Arthur Morgan in Red Dead Redemption 2) and …
Read More »[From the industry] Lewisham Shopping Centre enters Fortnite: Landsec’s creative approach to public consultation
In a pioneering move for public consultation, Lewisham Shopping Centre will this weekend (11th May, 10am-5pm and 12th May, 11am-4pm) be transformed into the world of Fortnite, as part of a ground-breaking initiative to engage with the community in Lewisham. As part of Landsec’s ongoing commitment to inclusive and innovative public consultation, …
Read More »Lexip and Overload PR proudly sponsoring this year’s MCV/DEVELOP Awards
We have another award sponsor to announce ahead of this year’s MCV/DEVELOP Awards. Actually, make that two: top gaming accessories brand Lexip and equally lofty PR outfit Overload PR. Both are supporting the Creative Partner of the Year award, which will be going to the organisation voted as the 2023’s …
Read More »Accessibility podcast Ctrl, Alt, Access coming next week
Unless you’re familiar with the excellent Access-Ability blog and newsletter, you may not have heard that there’s a new podcast on the way. Called Ctrl, Alt, Access and hosted by accessibility advocates LauraKBuzz and Arevya, the twice-monthly show aims to shine even more light on gaming accessibility issues than the …
Read More »[From the Industry] Skybound Entertainment continues executive hiring streak with Chief Financial Officer and Head of Consumer Strategy positions added
Gregg Sulak (Wondery) joins as CFO and Will Kassoy (Omaze) to lead Consumer Strategy
Read More »[From the Industry] TIGA sets agenda for the UK games industry with call for an Independent Games Tax Credit
TIGA, the trade association representing the UK video games industry, has today presented an ambitious 10-point 2024 Manifesto that outlines proposals that will enable the sector to achieve its potential and support economic growth across the UK. Key elements include launching a new Independent Games Tax Credit, a new National Games Accelerator, …
Read More »[From the industry] Infantry Online revived on Steam after 25 years
In a move that has delighted fans and gamers alike, the classic multiplayer combat game Infantry Online originally launched in 1999 by Sony Online Entertainment, has made a triumphant return to the gaming scene under the new moniker Free Infantry After a long hiatus and much anticipation, the game debuted on Steam last …
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Final Boss: Susan Burns, Head of Studio at Skyhook Games
Every month an industry leader wraps up MCV/DEVELOP with their unique insight. This month, we …
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Redefining success in the remote work era, by Joy Cicman Liuzzo, VP of Product Marketing at Stack Overflow
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Q&A: Stefano Petrullo and Torsten Oppermann on Renaissance PR joining the 1SP family, and what creating a ‘superagency’ actually means
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Final Boss: Snow Rui, President and CFO at Hooded Horse
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When We Made… Mortal Kombat 1
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Issue 996 of MCV/DEVELOP is out now
The latest issue of MCV/DEVELOP is available to read online now, with print editions working …
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Final Boss: Rachel Rakowski, Global Head of Gaming at We Are Social
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Final Boss: Susan Burns, Head of Studio at Skyhook Games
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Final Boss: Snow Rui, President and CFO at Hooded Horse
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When We Made… Mortal Kombat 1