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Arizona State University launched a groundbreaking interdisciplinary school that's preparing students for careers in the gaming industry, which now outpaces film and music combined. The GAME School combines arts, engineering, and storytelling to train the next generation of game creators through hands-on projects and industry partnerships.
Australia's video game industry almost died in the 2000s when major studios closed. Now indie developers are creating global hits worth $608 million.
Developers behind Magic: The Gathering Arena are joining forces to create a union with the Communications Workers of America, adding over 100 voices to a growing movement transforming workplace rights in gaming. Their push for fair wages, job security, and creative protections marks the latest win in an industry-wide shift toward worker empowerment.
The beloved Wholesome Direct gaming showcase is back for its seventh year, bringing more than 50 adorable games to screens worldwide on June 6. Proceeds from merch sales will support the Transgender Law Center, continuing the event's tradition of raising money for good causes.
Millions of adults are swapping stressful video games for relaxing virtual gardening and decorating. These "cozy games" are now an $855 million industry helping people cope with burnout.
After two rounds of layoffs, all 13 workers at Heart Machine united to form a union that their employer voluntarily recognized. The indie studio behind Hyper Light Drifter joins a growing wave of game developers protecting their careers in an industry facing massive job cuts.
The World Video Game Hall of Fame welcomed four gaming legends that shaped how millions play today. Angry Birds, Silent Hill, Dragon Quest, and FIFA International Soccer earned their place in history.
California just took a major step toward protecting gamers from losing access to the games they've purchased. The state assembly passed groundbreaking legislation that could force gaming companies to keep digital games playable, even after official support ends.
Google Play just launched Game Trials, letting mobile gamers test paid games before spending money. The feature gives players up to 60 minutes of free gameplay to decide if a game is worth buying.
Nine years ago, Nintendo took a massive risk on a gaming console that defied industry norms, and it paid off spectacularly. The Switch became one of the best-selling consoles ever by letting players game anywhere.
Video game companies Smilegate and NX3GAMES are celebrating Family Month by donating to children's care facilities in South Korea and hosting employee volunteer events. The gaming industry is increasingly using its success to support vulnerable kids.
A California bill protecting gamers' access to online games just cleared a major legislative hurdle. If passed, publishers would need to refund players or keep games playable even after shutting down servers.
Saudi Arabia is using artificial intelligence to transform its $1.36 billion gaming industry into a global development hub. The Kingdom's 23.5 million gamers are driving innovations that blend cutting-edge tech with cultural storytelling.
A new video game starring China's only female emperor sold over 1 million copies in two weeks by refusing to cater exclusively to male or female gamers. Road to Empress is changing how the gaming industry thinks about its audience.
Nigeria's Lagos State is preparing to welcome over 11,000 delegates for Africa's largest gaming industry conference focused on job creation and economic growth. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will lead the March event positioning Africa's gaming sector as a global investment opportunity.
The indie game company behind the hit Vampire Survivors is growing fast, with two new studios and over 15 games in development. With 27 million players already hooked, Poncle is proving one great idea can spark a creative empire.
Eight major Linux gaming projects are joining forces to make gaming smoother for everyone. The Open Gaming Collective will share fixes and improvements instead of working separately.
Workers at Rockstar Games have formed the company's first labor union, representing employees across all five UK offices. The Rockstar Game Workers Union is fighting for better working conditions and defending 31 members who were fired last year.
The beloved indie game Vampire Survivors gets a fresh twist with a new spinoff that trades real-time action for strategic card battles. Vampire Crawlers proves that great game design can successfully jump genres while keeping players hooked.
A new industrial hub in Ghana's Upper West Region promises to transform the local shea industry into an economic powerhouse. The SheaPark Resource Hub aims to create jobs and lift communities through sustainable value-added production.
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