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Learn how the Far Cry 4 team works so efficiently at GDC 2015
Ubisoft engine architect Remi Quenin reveals how the Far Cry 4 team is developing a massive game for five different platforms without tearing their own (or each other's) hair out. Learn how at GDC 2015.
Nov. 3, 2014
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How 17-Bit survived cross-platform dev on Skulls of the Shogun
The engineering wizard who helped make cross-platform multiplayer possible on Skulls of the Shogun runs down some of 17-Bit's big challenges in launching the game across XBL, PSN, Steam and mobile.
Nov. 3, 2014
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Grassroots marketing for your indie game
When it comes to grassroots marketing your indie game, there's no one correct way that works for everyone. But three successful indie game developers offered up tips on what has worked for them.
Nov. 3, 2014
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Turning around a 4-year old game: How Halfbrick resurrected Age of Zombies
What do you do when your game's past its prime? If you’re Fruit Ninja developer Halfbrick Studios, you keep your team on the project and push updates that reinvigorate the game with fresh content.
Nov. 3, 2014
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We Built Glitch City: Lessons learned by LA's indie dev collective
A group of L.A.-based indie developers have gained more than they ever thought they would by uniting to form Glitch City, a development collective they jokingly refer to as the "indie Voltron."
Nov. 3, 2014
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What is creativity? Raph Koster demystifies innovation and imagination
At GDC Next today, veteran game designer Raph Koster aimed to demystify creativity in game design, and give practical tips on how to be creative.
Nov. 3, 2014
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When it comes to game design, innovation isn't job no. 1
Tadhg Kelly argued at GDC Next today that successful game design isn’t necessarily about reinventing the wheel, but embracing past successful game designs, extending them, and cross-pollinating with other designs.
Nov. 3, 2014
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Developers, get ready: GDC Next kicks off on Monday
GDC Next 2014 featuring ADC descends upon the Los Angeles Convention Center next Monday. Here's what you need to know about where to go and what to see while you're there.
Oct. 30, 2014
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9 GDC Next talks you shouldn't miss
Game industry veteran Raph Koster, programming wizard Borut Pfeiffer, industry attorney Mona Ibrahim and Playful Corp CEO Paul Bettner are just a few of the experts speaking at GDC Next this year.
Oct. 28, 2014
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Sunset Overdrive design challenges laid bare at GDC 2015
GDC 2015 attendees have the opportunity to learn about the development of Sunset Overdrive from Insomniac game designer Liz England, who will speak at length during next year's March conference.
Oct. 27, 2014
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Learn to make multiplatform games and protect your IP at GDC Next
Attorney Mona Ibrahim explains how to avoid IP lawsuits and Owlchemy Labs CEO Alex Schwartz reveals everything you need to know about multiplatform development at GDC Next 2014 featuring ADC.
Oct. 23, 2014
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Learn how to better run a studio at GDC 2015, with Jesse Schell
Over the last 12 years, industry veteran Jesse Schell has kept his studio afloat and expanded it from a solo gig to a thriving enterprise. Now he's coming to GDC 2015 to explain how he does it.
Oct. 22, 2014