Game development news

Why did Kujuâ??s Brighton team choose to rename itself as Zoë Mode â?? and how does the change reflect the teamâ??s attitude and activity? Develop headed down south to find outâ?¦

Relentless made its name creating successful social/lifestyle games, but as the industry moves on, it is now facing a number of interesting challenges, as Develop reportsâ?¦

The ability to handle PS3 and Xbox 360 is a given when it comes to middleware. Now, successful companies will have to be as innovative in how they deploy and charge for their smartsâ?¦

Whatâ??s the plan when you already run the USâ?? largest independent developer, have the backing of a big investor, a diverse range of titles, and a big drive to find and market new IPs before publishers? Foundation 9 CEO Jon Goldman talks to Michael French...

A look at audio outsourcingâ??s increasingly crucial role within game developmentâ?¦

With outsourcing a widely accepted part of games production processes, whatâ??s the next step for the sub-industry thatâ??s helped hundreds of developers make and finish their games? Michael French speaks to Algy Williams, MD of the biggest company in the sector, to find outâ?¦

A look at the soon indispensable role of art outsourcing will have within the development framework...

From the humble beginnings of your studio through to your biggest release â?? maybe even the sale of your business â?? contracts will play a part, so itâ??s imperative they help, not hinder. Sean Crotty and John Schorah offer some tips on how to go about securing the best dealâ?¦

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Laurent Fischer on Wii's new download offer and casual games development

Dan Rogers of Interactive Studio Management lists the eight business laws every independent developer should abide byâ?¦