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Atari appoints Andreas Deptolla as president of Atari Europe
Atari has appointed Andreas Deptolla as the new president of Atari Europe. Deptolla, formerly the chief technology officer, aims to strengthen Atari's network of publishers, studios, and partners across the region. The company is also focused on expanding existing European studios and is open to strategic acquisitions while continuing to invest in talent and high-quality projects.
"There's a wealth of talent here, our focus is on how to leverage and support it" – Atari appoints Andreas Deptolla as Atari Europe president
Atari has appointed Andreas Deptolla as the new president of Atari Europe, overseeing approximately 100 employees and European headquarters. Richard Snowdon, CEO of Coatsink, has been named vice president of Atari Europe. Deptolla aims to leverage European talent and support acquired studios by focusing on core values and providing expertise in areas like finance and publishing, while also exploring organic growth in distribution and licensing.
ATARI NAMES ANDREAS DEPTOLLA PRESIDENT OF ATARI EUROPE
Atari has appointed Andreas Deptolla as the new President of Atari Europe, a newly created position. Deptolla, who joined Atari in 2023 as Chief Technology Officer, will oversee the company's expanding European operations, including development studios in the UK and Sweden, and business operations in Germany. Richard Snowdon has also been appointed Vice President of Studios, Europe.
UK publisher EdCorp breaks cover after signing Garbage Country
Former Coatsink founders have launched EdCorp, a new UK-based developer and indie publisher focused on fair terms for global developers. The company will fund, market, and develop original and licensed IP across PC and console, offering up to 75 percent revenue share. Their first published project will be the exploration sim Garbage Country.
EdCorp - A New Publisher and Developer with Fair, Dev-Focused Terms Arrives!
Former Coatsink founders Eddie, Tom, Paul, and Simon have launched EdCorp, a new developer and publisher focused on supporting independent game creators with fair terms. EdCorp will fund, market, and develop original and licensed projects for PC and consoles, offering up to a 75% revenue share for developers. Their first signed title is the post-apocalyptic exploration sim GARBAGE COUNTRY from developer Thomas van den Berg.
'A scope document is not your plan:' Laying the groundwork for indie success
Blossom Arcade founder Sophie Smart advises indie developers to distinguish between a scope document and a concrete plan, emphasizing the need for milestones and goals. She recommends the Scrum framework for iterative development and open communication, while cautioning against the rigid Waterfall methodology which can lead to production bottlenecks.
LONDON GAMES FESTIVAL UNVEILS ITS 2026 ENSEMBLE COHORT
The London Games Festival has announced its 2026 Ensemble cohort, highlighting Black, Asian, and underrepresented ethnic creatives in the UK games industry. The program, curated by Sharna Jackson, features eight individuals in roles ranging from game directors to audio designers, with an installation at Trafalgar Square and features at New Game Plus.
The VR adventure Skytail is now available for Meta Quest 2 and 3
The VR adventure game Skytail has been released and is now available for Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, and Meta Quest Pro. Coatsink announced the availability of the game on these platforms.
The VR adventure ‘Skytail’ is now available for Meta Quest 2 and 3
The VR adventure game Skytail is now available for Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3. Coatsink unveiled the game with a trailer at the Upload VR Showcase, highlighting its telekinetic powers and sky-soaring gameplay.
Skytail Out Now On Meta Quest Headsets
Skytail is now available on Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, and Meta Quest Pro. Developed and published by Coatsink, the game allows players to use telekinetic powers while flying on a birdlike companion to rescue stolen offspring. The title features gesture controls for combat and exploration in a cloud-based world.
Take To The Clouds With Telekinetic Powers When Skytail Hits Meta Quest Headsets On March 26th
Skytail, a new VR title from Coatsink, is set to launch on Meta Quest platforms on March 26th. Players will ride a birdlike companion and use telekinetic powers to defeat enemies in a rescue mission. The game aims to leverage VR for engaging gameplay with gesture controls.
Every Game Delayed Right Now (2026 Edition)
Numerous video games scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026 have been delayed, with developers citing reasons such as the need for additional polish, relocation due to conflict, or engine changes. Notable titles affected include Grand Theft Auto VI, Ark 2, Fable, and Path of Exile 2, with new release windows now extending into late 2026 or beyond for many.
