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Xsolla report reveals video game industry trends & EU regulatory shifts
Fri, 17th May 2024
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personal computing devices
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game developers
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apple
Xsolla's latest report spotlights game development trends, EU regulations favouring developers, and a 25% job growth prediction in the industry by 2032.
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Adobe integrates Firefly AI into Substance 3D for game devs
Tue, 19th Mar 2024
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martech
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ai
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transparency
Adobe introduces Firefly-powered generative AI features into its Substance 3D design platform, enhancing efficiency and creative potential for game developers and VFX professionals.
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k-ID unveils global gaming safety platform for age-appropriate app dev
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game developers
Tech firm k-ID introduces revolutionary platform to ensure global gaming safety compliance and providing age-appropriate experiences for young gamers.
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Google Cloud forms strategic partnerships with Vietnam's top game devs
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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data analytics
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public cloud
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ai
Google Cloud partners with top Vietnamese game developers VNGGames, Amanotes and Wolffun Game to enhance gaming services.
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NVIDIA releases the GeForce RTX 4060 game-ready driver
Fri, 30th Jun 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nvidia
The NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture at the heart of the GeForce RTX 4060 delivers a massive upgrade, with AI-powered DLSS 3, and supercharging creative apps.
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Booming NZ games sector earning more than Australia’s
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pikpok
New data shows New Zealand’s interactive games industry earns a third more than its Australian counterpart while employing half as many people.
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Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies
Mon, 4th Jan 2021
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nztech
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game developers
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covid-19
New Zealand's tech sector, including game development and local IT companies, is driving continued growth, according to NZTech.
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Seven Dunedin game developers granted $450k
Tue, 24th Nov 2020
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game developers
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funding
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enterprise dunedin
The funding, which is part of a wider $10 million allocation, is designed to create and nurture the game development industry in the region.
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Lenovo picks budding Kiwi game developer as ‘Legion Epprentice’
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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lenovo
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game developers
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mentorship
Lenovo has announced the winner of its Lenovo Legion Epprenticeship, an initiative created to encourage budding developers wanting a career in gaming.
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NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets
Fri, 7th Feb 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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console gaming
The industry could potentially be worth $1 billion dollars by 2025 if it continues its 39% average annual growth.
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Singapore-based Garena buys game studio Phoenix Labs
Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game design
Garena, part of Sea Limited, has acquired Canadian game studio Phoenix Labs to boost its global game development capabilities and market reach.
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Animoca Brands acquires San Fran gaming company behind Power Rangers
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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apple
In a major move, Animoca Brands acquires the San Francisco-based gaming firm nWay for AUD $11.4 million, aiming to tap into competitive gaming markets.
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2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game
Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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2k games
Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.
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PAX AUS reveals this year's Indie Showcase winners
Fri, 6th Sep 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game developers
PAX Australia announces winners of its AUS Indie Showcase, featuring games like Wayward Strand and Ring of Pain.
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JPlay & DGames bring blockchain to eSports
Thu, 8th Nov 2018
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blockchain
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taiwan
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game developers
JPlay is one of the world’s first blockchain-powered eSports platforms, launched this month in Taipei, Taiwan.
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Founded in an Auckland garage, acquired by global colossus
Tue, 22nd May 2018
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grinding gear games
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game developers
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path of exile
A Kiwi video game developer known worldwide for 'Path of Exile' has announced a majority acquisition from Chinese giant Tencent.
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Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue
Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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igea
The Australian video game development industry continues to flourish, despite minimal recognition from their government.
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Gaming conference invites Kiwis to learn from the experts
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nzcer
Games for Learning conference invites gaming experts, Kiwi game devs and educators to explore the role of games in learning.
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What does it take to become a Call of Duty, Infinity Ward game developer?
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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call of duty
Ever wondered what goes into designing the look & feel of a game? Curious to know what skills are needed to score a job as a game developer? Read on..
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Kiwi creators along with British company bring Thunderbirds back to life
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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apps
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telco
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beyondthestory
A new Thunderbirds Are Go: Adventures app has been developed by a British production company and Kiwi developers.