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Report: Payment for some TheGamer staff now tied to per-article sessions
Valnet, the parent company of TheGamer, has reportedly shifted its payment structure for some staff from flat rates to a per-article session model. This new system means writers may not be paid if their articles do not reach a minimum viewership threshold, leading to concerns of "soft layoffs" and drastic pay cuts.
Game and Mod Development
This article from GamesIndustry.biz outlines the funding opportunities available for UK game development studios in 2026. It details the requirements that developers must meet to access these funding sources.
Morning Esports and Competitions
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Ghost of Yōtei were among the titles recognized at the Develop-Star Awards 2026. The awards ceremony celebrates achievements in the video game industry.
Business and Finance
Publishers and investors are increasingly favoring user-generated games over traditional titles. This shift indicates a growing trend in the gaming industry towards supporting games built with player-created content.
GamesIndustry.biz will once again head to Brazil to report on Gamescom Latam
GamesIndustry.biz will be covering Gamescom Latam in São Paulo from April 29 to May 3, featuring showcases of South American games and industry talks. The event will include a Brazilian developer showcase hosted by Abragames, with participation from figures like Brendan Greene and David Wise, and will culminate in the BIG Awards.
Kotaku hires Rebekah Valentine as Senior Reporter as site expands under new ownership
Kotaku has appointed Rebekah Valentine as Senior Reporter, marking the first major hire since its acquisition by Keleops Media in July 2025. The site reports doubled traffic and plans further hires to enhance its original reporting and investigative capabilities. Valentine, formerly of IGN and GamesIndustry.biz, will focus on news and potentially criticism, aiming to demystify the inner workings of the gaming industry for readers.
GamesIndustry.biz to host The Games Investment Panel at MCM Comic Con's Indie Game Summit
GamesIndustry.biz will host The Games Investment Panel at Game Republic's Indie Games Summit during MCM London Comic Con. Editorial director Jon Hicks will moderate the panel on May 22, featuring industry professionals discussing investment and funding options for game developers. The summit includes various talks, roundtables, and networking opportunities.
Podcast: Roblox, Hollywood, and London Games Week
The GamesIndustry.biz podcast returns, discussing highlights from London Games Week, new UK government funding for the games industry, alleged revenue figures from a Rockstar Games hack, and Roblox's new parental controls alongside a child safety lawsuit settlement. The episode also previews an upcoming interview with Peter Molyneux about his career and his final game, Masters of Albion.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
Exit 8 director Genki Kawamura discusses the challenges and strategies behind successful game-to-movie adaptations. The article explores the importance of adhering to a game's core mechanics and narrative when translating it to a different medium.
Business and Finance
The Australian games industry is experiencing a resurgence, with new data indicating significant growth and development. This analysis explores the factors contributing to this rebirth and its potential future impact.
Business and Finance
This article analyzes the Australian game development industry, detailing its historical rise, subsequent decline, and recent resurgence. It explores the factors contributing to these shifts and the current state of the sector.
Tickets go on sale for consumer event IGN Live 2026, returning to LA on 6 June
IGN Entertainment is hosting IGN Live 2026 in Los Angeles on June 6-7, featuring game reveals, trailers, and playable titles like Gothic Remake. Separately, the social VR platform Rec Room, developed by Rec Room Inc., will shut down on June 1, 2026, due to profitability challenges. The article also mentions industry participants like Xbox, Sega, Ubisoft, and 2K Games, and celebrity guests including voice actors and the cast of Critical Role.
Nearly nine in ten games industry workers believe GenAI use should be disclosed on storefronts
A survey by GamesIndustry.biz found that 88.4% of games industry workers believe generative AI use should be disclosed on digital storefronts like Steam. While Valve has an AI disclosure policy, many respondents disagreed with its current approach, favoring more comprehensive transparency regarding AI's role in development, even for efficiency gains.
Evening Gatherings and Events
The GDC Festival of Gaming in 2026 saw a 30% decrease in attendance, with only 20,000 visitors. This information was reported by GamesIndustry.biz.
Welcome to AI Week
GamesIndustry.biz is launching an editorial series focused on the impact of artificial intelligence across the gaming industry. The series will feature articles, interviews, and analysis exploring AI's role in game development, its potential to offset costs, and the divisive opinions it generates among developers, executives, and players.
Evening Legal Briefs
A watchdog group has warned that X may be violating US sanctions against Iran. Separately, a developer is suing a publisher for failing to deliver promised physical editions to Kickstarter backers for over two years.
Virtual Reality Check
A new publisher has launched with the goal of supporting virtual reality game developers and helping them innovate. The publisher aims to assist developers in surviving until VR experiences a significant breakout moment in the market.
Sales data indicates Sony's PS5 ports are increasingly losing audience share on PC, but only because of release timing
Analysis from Newzoo suggests Sony's PC ports are losing audience share due to delayed release dates compared to simultaneous multi-platform launches. While PC versions of PlayStation titles typically account for 13% of total players, simultaneous releases see PC contribute around 44%. This trend is observed across various titles, with recent ports showing smaller PC shares than earlier ones.
Evening Gatherings and Events
Gamescom 2026 has seen a 15% increase in registered exhibitors, with participation from over 40 countries. Industry veteran Rob Pardo, founder of Bonfire Studios and formerly of Blizzard Entertainment, is set to deliver keynotes at the event.