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How Jackbox Games navigated the post-pandemic sales slump ft. Mike Bilder

Jul 24, 2026
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Inside Skybound's video game strategy ft. David 'DA' Alpert and Jon Goldman

Jun 26, 2026
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The art of game writing in 'non-narrative' games ft. Emma Kidwell and Harrison Pink

Jun 12, 2026
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Crafting Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's mournful tale ft. Jennifer Svedberg-Yen

May 29, 2026
Protagonist Simon against a foggy background
Design

How Silent Hill: Townfall gets deep into its protagonist's headspace

How Silent Hill: Townfall gets deep into its protagonist's headspace

We spoke with Silent Hill series producer Motoi Okamoto and game director Jon McKellan about embracing analog horror and fully immersing players in a new perspective.

Aug 3, 2026
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6 Min Read
A burning book that has been tossed on the ground
Production
If knowledge is power, why are game companies setting it alight?
If knowledge is power, why are game companies setting it alight?

Jul 30, 2026

Beat from Unbeatable in front of the game's logo.
Design
Narrative Notebook #5: UNBEATABLE's music video vibes can't be beat
Narrative Notebook #5: UNBEATABLE's music video vibes can't be beat

Jul 30, 2026

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FIFA World Cup 2026 as seen on Netflix
Production
Report: FIFA World Cup developer Refactor Games shuttered by Delphi Interactive
Report: FIFA World Cup developer Refactor Games shuttered by Delphi Interactive
Aug 3, 2026
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1 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News
Xbox Series X hardware in a range of colors
Business
Xbox hardware now costs a lot more in the UK and Europe
Xbox hardware now costs a lot more in the UK and Europe
Aug 3, 2026
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1 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News
The Sony DualSense controller on a blue background
Business
PlayStation 5 sales have topped 95 million units worldwide
PlayStation 5 sales have topped 95 million units worldwide
Aug 3, 2026
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2 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News
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Business
EA clears US regulatory approvals in take-private deal
EA clears US regulatory approvals in take-private deal
Jul 31, 2026
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2 Min Read
byDanielle Riendeau,Editor-in-Chief
Xbox series consoles
Business
Xbox CEO declares priorities after 'reset'
Xbox CEO declares priorities after 'reset'
Jul 31, 2026
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2 Min Read
byDanielle Riendeau,Editor-in-Chief
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Business
Double Fine cuts staff, Xbox's revenue decline, and Leon Kennedy pays off - Patch Notes #63
Double Fine cuts staff, Xbox's revenue decline, and Leon Kennedy pays off - Patch Notes #63
Jul 31, 2026
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5 Min Read
byDiego Argüello,Contributing Editor, News
Poinpy key artwork
Business
The truth behind the resurrection of Poinpy
The truth behind the resurrection of Poinpy
Jul 30, 2026
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4 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News
A screenshot from Unhinged, a horror title build on Unity for Netflix
Business
Unity brings dedicated engine support to Netflix Games
Unity brings dedicated engine support to Netflix Games
Jul 30, 2026
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1 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News
A burning book that has been tossed on the ground
Production
If knowledge is power, why are game companies setting it alight?
If knowledge is power, why are game companies setting it alight?
Jul 30, 2026
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6 Min Read
byNicole Carpenter,Columnist
The Xbox Series X | S consoles on a vibrant yellow background
Business
Xbox revenue fell by $1.7 billion during fiscal 2026
Xbox revenue fell by $1.7 billion during fiscal 2026
Jul 30, 2026
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2 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News
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INTERVIEWS & FEATURES

Protagonist Simon against a foggy background
Design
How Silent Hill: Townfall gets deep into its protagonist's headspaceHow Silent Hill: Townfall gets deep into its protagonist's headspace
byAlessandro Fillari
Aug 3, 2026
6 Min Read
Voice actor Sam Beart
Audio
GDC Side Quest - A Sit-Down With The Indomitable Sam BeartGDC Side Quest - A Sit-Down With The Indomitable Sam Beart
byGame Developer Podcast
Jul 31, 2026
Beat from Unbeatable in front of the game's logo.
Design
Narrative Notebook #5: UNBEATABLE's music video vibes can't be beatNarrative Notebook #5: UNBEATABLE's music video vibes can't be beat
byBryant Francis
Jul 30, 2026
11 Min Read
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Production
'I have been hunted down by HR reps, lawyers, and comms people:' Developers discuss the pain and prevalence of side work clauses'I have been hunted down by HR reps, lawyers, and comms people:' Developers discuss the pain and prevalence of side work clauses
byChris Kerr
Jul 28, 2026
11 Min Read
A headshot of Mike Bilder next to the Game Developer Podcast logo.
Business
How Jackbox Games navigated the post-pandemic sales slump ft. Mike BilderHow Jackbox Games navigated the post-pandemic sales slump ft. Mike Bilder
byGame Developer Podcast
Jul 24, 2026
Players cling onto a vehicle in Human Fall Flat
Production
'Human Fall Flat 2 is cancelled. We are making Human Fall Flat 3:' No Brakes Games founder looks back on a defining decade'Human Fall Flat 2 is cancelled. We are making Human Fall Flat 3:' No Brakes Games founder looks back on a defining decade
byChris Kerr
Jul 22, 2026
7 Min Read
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A view from the hood of Pacific Drive's trusty station wagon as a bolt of energy sparks
Resource management? Survival games are about time management.Resource management? Survival games are about time management.
byCarli Velocci
Jun 17, 2026
5 Min Read
Colorful heroes from Overwatch fly across the battlefield
The secret to Overwatch's revitalization? Over-communicating.The secret to Overwatch's revitalization? Over-communicating.
byCarli Velocci
Apr 29, 2026
6 Min Read
Sponsored ContentPlayer Obsessed: Inside Helpshift’s New Approach to Support, Engagement, Community, and Trust & SafetyPlayer Obsessed: Inside Helpshift’s New Approach to Support, Engagement, Community, and Trust & Safety
Apr 20, 2026
Sponsored ContentBridging the Atlantic: The Future of UK-US GamingBridging the Atlantic: The Future of UK-US Gaming
Apr 20, 2026
Sponsored ContentShaping the Future of Game SecurityShaping the Future of Game Security
Apr 20, 2026
Sponsored ContentBeyond Outsourcing: How US/UK Partnerships are Evolving in the Game IndustryBeyond Outsourcing: How US/UK partnerships are evolving in the game industry
Apr 17, 2026
Attendees and signage at GDC 2026
Data and player sentiment highlight the value of authentic LGBTQ narrativesData and player sentiment highlight the value of authentic LGBTQ narratives
byAlessandro Fillari
Apr 14, 2026
4 Min Read
8-bit jewels and gems
Finding inspiration and a bit of hope in CorgiSpaceFinding inspiration and a bit of hope in CorgiSpace
byDanielle Riendeau
Apr 8, 2026
6 Min Read
An illustration of a mask from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
How can your game win the 'attention war?' Turn to storytellingHow can your game win the 'attention war?' Turn to storytelling
byBryant Francis
Apr 6, 2026
7 Min Read
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Laptop mishaps and a GDC chat with Owlchemy Labs CEO Andrew EicheLaptop mishaps and a GDC chat with Owlchemy Labs CEO Andrew Eiche
byGame Developer Podcast
Apr 3, 2026
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On the ground at GDC: how are devs responding to industry calamity?On the ground at GDC: how are devs responding to industry calamity?
byHarper Jay MacIntyre
Apr 2, 2026
10 Min Read
From left to right, Grumpy Kong, Void Kong, and Poppy Kong, three ape-like enemies, strike a pose.
Donkey Kong Bananza has a big-brained approach to asset recyclingDonkey Kong Bananza has a big-brained approach to asset recycling
byBryant Francis
Mar 26, 2026
4 Min Read
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Weekly Reads

The Patch Notes logo overlaid on a screenshot of Machine Party, showcasing an old man wearing a traffic cone as a hat
Business
Double Fine cuts staff, Xbox's revenue decline, and Leon Kennedy pays off - Patch Notes #63
Double Fine cuts staff, Xbox's revenue decline, and Leon Kennedy pays off - Patch Notes #63

Jul 31, 2026

The Patch Notes logo overlaid on a screenshot from Poinpy
Business
Saudi-led EA buyout receives EU approval, Xbox trials ad-supported game streaming, and Poinpy is eternal - Patch Notes #62
Saudi-led EA buyout receives EU approval, Xbox trials ad-supported game streaming, and Poinpy is eternal - Patch Notes #62

Jul 24, 2026

Interviews & Features

Protagonist Simon against a foggy background
Design
How Silent Hill: Townfall gets deep into its protagonist's headspace
How Silent Hill: Townfall gets deep into its protagonist's headspace
Aug 3, 2026
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6 Min Read
byAlessandro Fillari,Contributor
Voice actor Sam Beart
Audio
GDC Side Quest - A Sit-Down With The Indomitable Sam Beart
GDC Side Quest - A Sit-Down With The Indomitable Sam Beart
Jul 31, 2026
byGame Developer Podcast
A black and white photograph of arms in handcuffs on a green background
Production
'I have been hunted down by HR reps, lawyers, and comms people:' Developers discuss the pain and prevalence of side work clauses
'I have been hunted down by HR reps, lawyers, and comms people:' Developers discuss the pain and prevalence of side work clauses
Jul 28, 2026
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11 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News
A headshot of Mike Bilder next to the Game Developer Podcast logo.
Business
How Jackbox Games navigated the post-pandemic sales slump ft. Mike Bilder
How Jackbox Games navigated the post-pandemic sales slump ft. Mike Bilder
Jul 24, 2026
byGame Developer Podcast
Players cling onto a vehicle in Human Fall Flat
Production
'Human Fall Flat 2 is cancelled. We are making Human Fall Flat 3:' No Brakes Games founder looks back on a defining decade
'Human Fall Flat 2 is cancelled. We are making Human Fall Flat 3:' No Brakes Games founder looks back on a defining decade
Jul 22, 2026
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7 Min Read
byChris Kerr,Senior Editor, News

Commentary

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Design
Narrative Notebook #5: UNBEATABLE's music video vibes can't be beat
Jul 30, 2026
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11 Min Read
Danielle Riendeau

Editor-in-Chief

Design
'The goal of design is to efficiently communicate ideas'
Jul 16, 2026
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4 Min Read
Chris Kerr

Senior Editor, News

Business
Opinion: Welcome to the house of pain, brought to you by Xbox
Jul 8, 2026
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5 Min Read

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Voice actor Sam Beart
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How Jackbox Games navigated the post-pandemic sales slump ft. Mike Bilder
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