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GDC board members share advice for pitching a GDC 2015 talk
The GDC 2015 call for submissions closes next Thursday, August 28th, and to help you better prepare we've got some advice on pitching talks from a few members of the GDC advisory board.
Aug. 21, 2014
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GDC Next wants to know how you promote your games
To better understand the industry before GDC Next 2014, conference officials are polling developers for their opinions on game marketing -- and giving away aGDC 2015 All Access Pass to one lucky participant.
Aug. 20, 2014
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Video: Facing the challenges of making games for new audiences
Veteran designer Kellee Santiago speaks at GDC Europe 2011 about the elation -- and terror -- that comes when you try to make a new kind of game for a new audience, and how you can tackle it head-on.
Aug. 20, 2014
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Reboot Quest: Behind the indie-centric Sierra relaunch
We talk to Bob Loya about how a passionate kernel of game fans within Activision convinced the giant to take a chance on reviving the Sierra label -- and what the future could hold for the initiative.
Aug. 15, 2014
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Gamasutra's top stories from GDC Europe 2014
We've compiled a list of our most popular GDC Europe stories this week, which should give you an easy way to catch up on some of the most interesting learnings to come out of the conference.
Aug. 14, 2014
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GDC Next reveals Assassin's Creed and RockYou talks
The CEO of RockYou and one of the lead developers of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag have joined the speaker lineup for the future-focused GDC Next, which will be held in L.A. this November.
Aug. 13, 2014
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Perfecting your pitch the Vlambeer way
Rami Ismail of Ridiculous Fishing and Nuclear Throne developer Vlambeer urges developers to condense and refine their pitches to publishers and to press.
Aug. 12, 2014
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Independent AAA: Ninja Theory's new path to survive, thrive in new age
Ninja Theory co-founder Tameem Antoniades opens up about the incredible struggles the studio has faced versus the AAA industry machine -- and his hopes for a new path forward for "independent AAA" games.
Aug. 12, 2014
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The hilarious success story of Goat Simulator
Coffee Stain Studios' Armin Ibrisagic shares the success story of Goat Simulator, and how a joke concept -- and a goat asset bought on sale from the internet -- led the studio to surprise success.
Aug. 12, 2014
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What to consider when 'going indie'
Industry veteran Don Daglow today challenged developers to consider whether going indie and building your own small team is actually the best move for your own individual experience and situation.
Aug. 11, 2014
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How to get your game covered by YouTubers 2
Gamasutra editor Mike Rose returned to GDC Europe today to give a talk on the best ways to get in touch with YouTubers. Here, you'll find a written version of the talk.
Aug. 11, 2014
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Standing out: Paradox CEO's tips for a complicated market
In a climate where widely-imitated successes lead to rapidly-proliferating genres and widespread borrowing, how can you find a vision for your own game that stands out? Paradox CEO Fred Wester has advice.
Aug. 11, 2014