Former Housemarque Game Director Harry Krueger Launches New Cosmic Division Game Studio
Finland-based game studio Cosmic Division has launched under the leadership of Harry Krueger. Having spent almost 15 years at Housemarque, Krueger played a key role in creating titles such as Returnal, Nex Machina, and Resogun. Krueger also helped shape the initial direction of the recently acclaimed SAROS before full production began. The new studio aims […]
Battlespace Command Joins the MicroProse Lineup
MicroProse is proud to announce the signing of Battlespace Command, a large-scale real-time strategy and warfare simulation game depicting the full spectrum of modern combat across land, air, and sea. Alongside the announcement, a new trailer has been released, offering a first look at the game’s vast battlefields, combined arms warfare, and deeply simulated modern […]
The Dead Await Deckbuilder Awaits New Players Following Launch
The wasteland is finally complete. After an extensive Early Access journey shaped by community feedback, The Dead Await officially launches into Version 1.0 on Steam and the indie.io Store for $12.99. Developed by Shotx Studio and published by indie.io, The Dead Await blends open-world survival, caravan management, and strategic deck-building combat in a brutal zombie […]
How Have Games Like Poker and Roulette Stayed Relevant in the 2020s?
Poker and roulette have been part of gaming culture for generations, yet they still attract players in the digital age. That staying power comes from their ability to adapt without losing what made them popular in the first place. Players still enjoy the familiar rules and tension of each round, but modern technology and changing […]
Narrative Adventure Schrodinger’s Call Launches on Steam and Switch
Shueisha Games is excited to announce that the heartfelt narrative adventure Schrödinger’s Call will launch for the Nintendo Switch and the PC via Steam. To celebrate, the publisher has revealed the game’s Chapter 1 preview trailer and confirmed that fans attending BitSummit PUNCH later this month will be able to experience an exclusive playable build […]
The Hard Problem of AI NPCs: Why Character Consistency Matters More Than Intelligence
The video game industry has reached a point where generative artificial intelligence promises to turn every background character into a fully developed personality. Players dream of endless branching dialogues, but developers face the harsh reality of chaotic model behavior. In this article, we explain why maintaining a character’s mask is more critical for immersion than […]
How Subscription Services Are Reshaping the Gaming Business Model
Gaming subscription platforms have fundamentally changed how players discover, purchase, and engage with video games. As services continue expanding across consoles, PC, and cloud gaming, publishers and developers are being forced to rethink the traditional economics of the industry. The gaming industry has undergone major business transformations over the past two decades. Physical retail declined […]
Why Simple Mechanics Often Outperform Bigger Ideas in Digital Entertainment
Bigger does not always mean better, especially in digital entertainment. It is easy to assume that more features, deeper systems, and higher production value guarantee success. However, simpler mechanics consistently outperform more complex ones. By “simple,” we mean experiences that are easy to understand and quick to engage with. “Big ideas,” in contrast, often involve […]
Upcoming Rockbeasts Game Nominated For Tribeca Film Festival Award
The creators from an independent studio LICHTHUND are pleased to announce that Rockbeasts, a management RPG in which players take care of a rock and roll band, has received a prestigious nomination at one of the most important events in the film and entertainment industry: the Tribeca Festival, held annually in New York City. Rockbeasts […]
The Smart Publisher’s Guide to iGaming Monetization
The online gambling sector continues to grow quickly, and that growth has created new opportunities for publishers, content creators, comparison sites, and digital marketers. The opportunity is not limited to simple ad banners or one-time sponsorships. In many cases, the strongest monetization model comes from performance marketing, where revenue is tied to measurable player activity. […]