Gaming Industry: Fallout: New Vegas Lead Says Burnout Replacing Crunch as Primary Hazard
Gaming industry veteran Josh Sawyer comments on the prevalence of burnout as the primary hazard in the game industry, replacing crunch as a major issue. Burnout, a state of full-body exhaustion caused by prolonged stress, is a serious concern for developers. This article discusses the impact of burnout and the need to address the physical and mental health of game developers.
GDC 2024: Addressing Industrywide Layoffs and Career Development
GDC 2024 has shifted its programming to address the industrywide layoffs in the video game industry, offering assistance to out-of-work attendees and providing resources for both job seekers and hiring managers. The conference will feature sessions on career development, portfolio reviews, and a Game Developer Job Board, as well as opportunities for speed networking and organized meetings with companies like Amazon Web Services, Google, Meta, Nintendo, and more.
Video Game Industry Layoffs Plague Developers and Publishers
The video game industry is facing a wave of layoffs, with major companies like Sony and EA making significant staff reductions. The industry has seen at least 8,100 job cuts in the first two months of 2024, and concerns about job security are widespread. Despite critical and commercial success, the future of the industry is uncertain.
Rise in UK Video Game Developer Union Membership
UK video game developer union membership has been on the rise The IWGB Game Workers union saw its membership increase by nearly half from December 2022 to December 2023. As reported by The Observer, people have joined in response to…
Video Games Industry Facing Up to Two Years of Turmoil and Instability, Industry Leaders Predict
The video games industry is facing significant challenges, with industry leaders predicting up to two years of turmoil, restructures, layoffs, and closures. The current situation is attributed to continued high interest rates, oversaturated video game stores, and cautious investors, according…
Cloud Gaming Revolutionizing the Gaming Industry in 2023
Cloud gaming is set to revolutionize the gaming industry in 2023, offering a new way for gamers to access and play their favorite titles. With the emergence of cloud gaming platforms, players will no longer be limited by the need…