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Preparing Content For Gaming Events 101: CitizenCon 2023

Preparing Content For Gaming Events 101: CitizenCon 2023

It’s a well-known fact that the schedules of many game industry professionals will be filled with conferences, expos, or conventions from August until the early months of the following year. Even in September, there were already 10 game events! This might sound overwhelming, especially for indie studios or solo devs who want to establish networks with important game industry figures. With CitizenCon 2023 around the corner, we’ll cover several tips on how to prepare for any game event so no one will feel lost when it's time to attend the event.

Managing a Profitable Business Within Gaming

Managing a Profitable Business Within Gaming

Gaming in 2023 is a hugely popular form of fun and relaxation, established from humble beginnings with titles like “Tennis for Two” in 1958, evolving through into arcade titles such as “Tetris” in 1985. In the modern era, games have bridged the gap from pure entertainment into something even more valuable

When Should I Post to Social Media? - 2022 Guide.

When Should I Post to Social Media? - 2022 Guide.

Scheduling social media content is tricky. Each audience is unique and with variations in timezones and audience behaviours, it’s hard to know when to send out your best posts. Nobody wants to work for hours on a beautiful piece of artwork or an incredible video, only for it to be ignored. Of course, social algorithms come into play when determining the ‘affinity’ between your account and its followers (maybe we’ll share some more on this, some time soon!), but getting the timing right can make the world of difference.

The Oft-Forgotten World of Game Sound Design

The Oft-Forgotten World of Game Sound Design

We spend a lot of time discussing the visual and gameplay elements that define games. But sound design is equally as important when it comes to telling a story, making it believable, and truly allowing players to experience all its glory. Let’s explore how.

Do Video Games Cause Stress?

Do Video Games Cause Stress?

Games are wonderful. They bring people together, they inspire creativity and they teach valuable skills. Despite these boons, there has always been a stereotypical image of the hardcore gamer: aggressive, socially awkward, and eyes so fixed to the action they almost touch the monitor.

Year in Review - What is Your Game of the Year?

Year in Review - What is Your Game of the Year?

Another year of gaming is coming to a close—and what a year it has been! Naturally, our thoughts turn to some of the greatest gaming experiences over the last 12 months, and we begin to ask ourselves, what could be our game of the year? Here are some of the games that captured our attention and kept us coming back for more.

Ones to Watch: The Trending Indies of Late 2021

Ones to Watch: The Trending Indies of Late 2021

We’ve seen plenty of successful AAA releases this year, but the indie gaming scene has quietly been as active and vibrant as ever. We’re always pleased to see small developers succeed as they bring their vision to life, and some tinier titles have rapidly shot to stardom despite smaller scopes. Here are some recent indie games that gained immediate traction, and deserve a special mention.

Level Up! Gaming in 2022 and Beyond

Level Up! Gaming in 2022 and Beyond

2020 was a crazy year, but it was particularly interesting for gaming. The industry was already growing quickly, and with lockdowns all around the globe, it’s no surprise people spent more time and money on their consoles and PCs. A rise of $13.6 billion to its value, the launch of two new flagship consoles and a captive playerbase, stuck at home. How did all these developments influence the gaming world? What’s the current state of the market, and what will the future bring?