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Stardew Valley has sold 10 million copies in 4 years  
by Alissa McAloon [01.23.20]
ConcernedApe’s charming farming sim Stardew Valley has officially surpassed 10 million copies sold across all platforms.
Console/PC, Indie
Don't Miss: A deep dive into how Nex Machina creates and maintains tension 1
by Staff [01.23.20]
"We needed to cut as much of excess fat as possible and figure out what was really necessary to get the feeling you are on the 'knife's edge'."
Indie, Programming, Design, Production
Gabby DaRienzo wants to talk about burnout  
by Staff [01.23.20]
Game dev and artist Gabby DaRienzo opens up a bit about what you can expect to get from her GDC 2020 talk on overcoming creative block, and why it's so important for game devs to talk about burnout.
Indie, Art, Production, GDC
Road to the IGF: kaleidoscube's A Juggler's Tale  
by Joel Couture [01.23.20]
A Juggler's Tale has players acting out puppet theater, guiding Abby the puppet on a journey to freedom through a grim fairy tale world.
Indie, IGF
Koji Igarashi will share Bloodstained lessons learned at GDC 2020!  
by Staff [01.23.20]
At GDC 2020 in March veteran game developer Koji "IGA" Igarashi will present an in-depth look at what he learned while shepherding his first crowdfunded game project from Kickstarter to completion!
Indie, Business/Marketing, GDC
Video: Showcasing your indie game with the right messaging and video  
by Staff [01.22.20]
In this 2019 GDC talk editor Derek Lieu and marketer Dana Trebella teach a practical process to find your indie game's unique message, and how to explain the hook via strong visuals and trailers.
Indie, Business/Marketing, Video, Vault
Get practical advice on overcoming game dev creative block at GDC 2020  
by Staff [01.22.20]
Burnout and creative blocks are common game dev concerns, which is why GDC 2020 will feature a practical talk from Gabby DaRienzo on how to reinvigorate yourself and overcome creative low points!
Indie, Design, GDC
GDC Main Stage returns for 2020 with marquee talks on game dev's social impact!  
by Staff [01.22.20]
This multi-part presentation about the impact of games and game dev will be delivered at GDC 2020 in March by three esteemed game creators: Osama Dorias, Ziba Scott, and Lyndsay Pearson!
Console/PC, Indie, Serious, GDC
Road to the IGF: Mega Crit Games' Slay the Spire  
by Joel Couture [01.22.20]
Slay the Spire tasks players with creating decks of cards that combine into crushing combos that will smash anything in their path.
Indie, IGF
Don't Miss: Inside the narrative design and 'multiple middles' of Mutazione 1
by Hannah Nicklin [01.21.20]
In this nuanced look at game storytelling Die Gute Fabrik's Hannah Nicklin walks you through how she joined up with the Mutazione crew to flesh out and build the narratives of this mutant soap opera.
Console/PC, Smartphone/Tablet, Indie, Design
Wherever you are in your game design career, come advance it at GDC!  
by Staff [01.20.20]
Are you a game designer interested in attending GDC 2020 this March? Don't miss these opportunities to attend sessions from industry experts and learn tips and techniques relevant to your needs!
Console/PC, Smartphone/Tablet, Indie, Design, GDC
Video Game Deep Cuts: 2020's Most Exciting, 1983's Most Breakout Games  
by Gamasutra Staff [01.17.20]
The latest highlights include a look at 2020's most anticipated PC games, 1983's 'breakout' game (fine, it's a book excerpt from a 1983 tome about Breakout!), plus looks at Android: Netrunner & more.
VR, Console/PC, Social/Online, Smartphone/Tablet, Indie, Programming, Art, Audio, Design, Production, Business/Marketing
GDC 2020 offers practical tips on hiring and keeping women leaders in games  
by Staff [01.17.20]
It's never been more vital for game makers to make active, sustained efforts to diversify their leadership teams, and at GDC 2020 in March you'll get the latest tips and tools to do so!
Console/PC, Smartphone/Tablet, Indie, Production, GDC
The top 7 reasons women quit game development
by Pixelles [01.17.20]
Game development-focused feminist non-profit Pixelles highlights problem areas--and solutions--in retaining women within game development studios.
VR, Console/PC, Social/Online, Smartphone/Tablet, Indie, Programming, Art, Audio, Design, Production, Business/Marketing
Devs, submit your games now for GDC 2020's Day of the Devs showcase!  
by Staff [01.16.20]
Hey game devs, good news: Double Fine and iam8bit's popular game showcase Day of the Devs returns to GDC this year, and organizers are now accepting submissions from devs who want to participate!
Console/PC, Indie, Business/Marketing, GDC
Video: How to talk about games with those who don't approve  
by Staff [01.16.20]
In this 2019 GDC talk educators Lindsay Grace, Mia Consalvo, Roger Altizer, and Andy Phelps provide devs with the facts they need to competently reply to those opposed to the game industry.
Console/PC, Smartphone/Tablet, Indie, Serious, Business/Marketing, Video, Vault
Attend GDC and learn how Outer Wilds nailed curiosity-driven game design  
by Staff [01.15.20]
In a GDC 2020 talk co-creative leads Alex Beachum and Loan Verneau will dig into the meta design of Outer Wilds, from early 2D prototypes to the final structure of the game's overarching mystery!
Indie, Design, GDC
Video: Developing asymmetrical multiplayer horror game Dead by Daylight  
by Staff [01.14.20]
In this 2018 GDC session Behaviour Interactive’s Dave Richard shares the story behind developing Dead by Daylight, a popular 2016 asymmetrical survival horror game about avoiding a terrifying killer.
Social/Online, Indie, Design, Video, Vault
Parents, don't forget to register for childcare at GDC 2020!  
by Staff [01.14.20]
The KiddieCorp team charges an affordable hourly rate for their services and snacks and beverages will be provided, but meals do need to be supplied by parents each day!
Console/PC, Indie, Serious, GDC
Game Design Deep Dive: The 26 verbs of 'Henry VIII sim' Fit for a King 2
by Brent Ellison and Tanya Short [01.14.20]
Fit for a King is a comedic side project from Kitfox's Tanya Short and Nvizzio Creations' Brent Ellison. Here they explain how they assigned a verb to every letter of the alphabet in this game inspired by classic RPGs.
Indie, Design, Deep Dive