Apple has U-turned on its App Store payment policy, and will now allow developers to promote alternative payment options for their apps
Read More »EA makes its accessibility-related patents free for rival studios and developers to use
“At Electronic Arts, our mission is to inspire the world to play. We can only make that a reality if our video games are accessible to all players."
Read More »IRL tickets are now on sale – join us at the comeback industry event on September 16th
IRL will be a casual, inclusive event, designed so that anyone and everyone in the industry can attend, meet colleagues, network, and applaud our collective efforts
Read More »Roblox’s business model has been criticised for exploiting its young user base
A new investigation from People Make Games has criticised Roblox's business model, pointing out how difficult it is to make a profit from the platform.
Read More »The Art Of… Yes, Your Grace: “Pixel art is just another style and it also requires a level of expertise to create good results.”
Yes, Your Grace brought to life a monarchical simulator with some evocative pixel art. We talk to Brave at Night creative director Rafał Bryks about his approach and the lessons learnt along the way
Read More »Ubisoft to showcase 7 indie studios at gamescom’s Indie Arena Booth Online 2021
“After the very positive feedback from last year, we are thrilled to have these talented Indie teams with us at one of the largest gaming events in the world to showcase their amazing creations."
Read More »Embracer acquires another three companies: Demiurge Studios, Fractured Byte and SmartPhone Labs
US, Ukraine and Russian developers join the company for undisclosed amounts
Read More »Epic Games Store takes first step to Steam-styled self-publishing with closed beta
“This is the first step towards opening up the store so all developers can submit products.”
Read More »Oculus co-founder’s studio, Mountaintop, raises $30m in series A funding
Remote-first team has grown to 35 members
Read More »Ukie announces first finalists for Euro Play 2021 – the Eurovision for unsigned games
UK entrant to be announced following UK Game of the Show competition on August 24th
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