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  Get a job: Join Ringtail Interactive as a Junior UI Artist
image Ringtail Games is looking for a talented UI/UX Artist to help it with its current game.
  Netmarble US to acquire NBA Ball Stars dev Kung Fu Factory
image The new deal builds on previous partnerships between the two studios and sees Kung Fu Factory join Netmarble as a subsidiary.
5 Don't Miss: Blizzard's postmortem of Diablo II
image 20 years ago, Blizzard North emerged from a year-long crunch to release Diablo II into the world. In this classic postmortem, find out what went right and what went wrong during those long months.
  Valve pushes back against Apple's attempt to rope it into the big Epic v. Apple dispute
image Apple argues that sales data from Steam, including annual revenues and sales figures, is crucial for its case against Epic Games. Valve doesn't quite agree.
  Introducing GDC Showcase's Platinum Sponsors: Bring your vision to life with Unity
image Check out what GDC Showcase Platinum Sponsor Unity has to offer at GDC Showcase!
  Valheim has sold over 3 million copies in 17 days
image Valheim has now sold over 3 million copies in under three weeks, according to developer Iron Gate Studio.
  Paradox rolls out Crusader Kings II subscription plan to make DLC more accessible
image Paradox is launching a new subscription service for Crusader Kings II in a bid to make its mountain of DLC more accessible. 
  Larian opens UK development studio to work on Baldur's Gate 3
image The new opening will help with the development of Baldur's Gate 3, which launched in early access form on October 6, 2020.
  Get a job: Join Game Circus as a Development Manager
image An effective communicator, team player and planner, the Development Manager is a key position, a multiplier for the company who will work with our Central Technology team and help them deliver their goals on time and to the highest standards.
  The secret to Final Fantasy XIV's longevity lies in the room its devs are given to innovate
image A recent chat with The Washington Post offers insight into Final Fantasy XIV's content development and why efficiency shouldn't prevent creativity.
  Don't Miss: In It To Minit - Designing a world of one-minute adventures
image Minit devs Kitty Calis and Jan Willem Nijman open up about how they designed their one-minute adventure game to be fun but not frustrating, and why time limits are great for emphasizing player choice.
  Minit devs launch Minit Fun Racer, with all proceeds to go to charity
image The four-person team behind Minit have all at once announced and launched a new game, and promised that all proceeds from it will forever be directed to charity.
  A new approach to 2021 with a family of GDC events and more!
image GDC GM Katie Stern updates the community on what to expect from the team in 2021.
  Video: Improving the AI of Mafia III
image In this 2018 GDC talk, Hangar 13 Games' Sergio Ocio Barriales and Kate Johnson explain the methods crafted at Hangar 13 to improve the AI of Mafia III.
  Bungie scaling up to expand Destiny 'into additional media' and create new IPs
image Destiny developer Bungie has detailed some major expansion plans designed to prepare the company for "expected and rapid future growth."
2 Blog: How game developers can tackle the climate crisis
image We as game makers and players have significant power to take truly meaningful action against the existential climate threat. Learn more about what's happening in 2021.
1 Saudi investment fund acquires shares in Activision Blizzard, Take-Two, and EA
image Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund has acquired $3 billion worth of stock in U.S. game companies Activision Blizzard, EA, and Take-Two Interactive. 
  Instant mobile game platform Artie secures $10 million in funding
image Instant mobile game platform Artie has secured $10 million in funding as it works towards a 2021 launch.
  EA completes $1.2 billion acquisition of Dirt developer Codemasters
image "With the greatest minds in racing entertainment all under one roof, you’re going to see even more innovation and we’re going to bring all new ideas to life."
2 Blog: A market status and design analysis of Autochess
image Autochess was the hottest gaming trend in 2019, but not anymore. We explore its history, market status and audience, and the design flaws that stopped it from becoming "the new MOBA."
1 Nintendo ends pandemic-driven Nintendo Direct hiatus with a remaster-filled showcase
image Today's broadcast marked the first true-to-rights Nintendo Direct since September 2019 and brought with it news about both fresh franchises and established Nintendo IP.
  The 'GaaS or subscription service' squeeze in games
image With the rise of subscription game services like Apple Arcade or Game Pass, do game devs have to choose between crafting games as a service (GaaS) titles or games made specifically for sub services?
  Get a job: Join HB Studios as a Software Engineer
image We have an opportunity for a Software Engineer to join our team of developers, creators, and fans, who are passionate about the art and process involved in video game development.
  Thanks to Payday 2-driven stability, Starbreeze pushes ahead on Payday 3
image Living Payday to Payday: Starbreeze says its Payday 2-driven stability has strengthened its financial position and is allowing it to forge ahead on Payday 3 development during 2021.
  Introducing GDC Showcase’s Platinum Sponsors: Intel arrives with excellent content
image GDC Platinum Sponsor Intel is hosting off several free sessions during GDC Showcase!

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  The 'GaaS or subscription service' squeeze in games
by Simon Carless
With the rise of subscription game services like Apple Arcade or Game Pass, do game devs have to...
3 Not Game Over: Game Developers Tackle the Climate Crisis
by Paula Escuadra
The climate crisis impacts our ability to keep making and playing the games we know and love. We as...
  How Getting Over It Introduced The Positives of 'Jank'
by Josh Bycer
Getting Over It With Bennett Foddy brought the idea of "rage" or "jank" games to the mainstream....
  Breaking the Virtual Ice: Toxic Behaviors in Social VRs and How Developers Cope with Them
by Yasaman Farazan
Social VR games foster unique interactions that stem from their immersive quality. Managing new...
  Designing touch controls for Human: Fall Flat
by Peter de Jong
For over a year Codeglue has been working for 505 Games on the mobile adaptations of Human: Fall...

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Game Studies: Physical Elements Of Play
image Staffordshire University game studies student James Kinch examines physical elements of play and explains how they influence player decisions and interactions.
Spilt Milk Studios: 2020 Retrospective
image Spilt Milk Studios founder Andrew Smith discusses the company's 2020 releases and its new student project publishing label.
Postmortem: Chestnut Grove
image Developer Philip Drobar tells the story of how he got started with Unity and created his pandemic-themed game Chestnut Grove in six months.
Ozone Music & Sound
Ozone Music & Sound Game Developers from Austin, London, Sydney and around the world, some of the most successful Movie Studios in Hollywood, Advertising Agencies in Detroit, Chicago, New York, and L.A., and Recording Artists, trust their Creative Audio to Ozone Music & Soun
Twisted Hand Studio.,Ltd
Twisted Hand Studio.,Ltd We are a 40-people game art production studio based in China, we've been serving the global game dev industry for more than 10 years, providing 2D Concepts, Illustrations, UI graphics, 3D Modeling, Texturing, Rigging, Animation (Key-frame & Spine).
Renderer Game Studios
Renderer Game Studios We provide high-quality AAA Video Game Art Assets and Animation service at low rate!
DIGITAL SHOCK INC.
DIGITAL SHOCK INC. We are a team of dedicated professionals that have 20+ years in the outsource gaming industry. We specialize in 3D artwork, and we have worked on titles such as Age of Empires, Superman, Lord of the Rings, and Lego (among many others).
Streamline Studios
Streamline Studios Streamline specializes in tech art and creative execution for video games through its integrated 2D, 3D and Animation services.

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