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New UK developer Pretty Cool Games founded by Human: Fall Flat developers
Pretty Cool Games, a new UK-based game development studio, has been founded by Sitara Shefta and Will Dudley, original developers of the hit indie game Human: Fall Flat. The studio, based in Leeds, is hiring and plans to develop an AA title with physics-based gameplay, aiming for innovation and a sustainable development model amidst industry challenges like layoffs and funding difficulties. Shefta highlighted the importance of long-term vision and supporting talent within the UK development community.
Human: Fall Flat veterans launch new UK studio Pretty Cool Games
Veterans of Human: Fall Flat, Sitara Shefta and Will Dudley, have launched a new UK-based independent studio called Pretty Cool Games. The fully-remote outfit has secured financing from Hypergryph's investment arm, Coreblazer, for its debut project, a double-A, physics-based game focused on player expression.
Human: Fall Flat veterans launch new UK studio Pretty Cool Games with funding from Arknights developer Hypergraph
Human: Fall Flat veterans Sitara Shefta and Will Dudley have launched a new UK-based studio, Pretty Cool Games, with undisclosed funding from Arknights developer Hypergryph. The studio aims to build a sustainable and fair environment for employees, drawing inspiration from Nintendo, Hazelight, Disney theme parks, and The Pink Panther for its debut title. Pretty Cool Games is currently a team of four and plans to expand, with a focus on rewarding employees through share schemes.
New TIGA Board reinforces commitment to championing the UK games industry
TIGA, the UK video games industry's trade association, has appointed new members to its Board of Directors, including Gemma Brown, Ben Gunstone, Dan Hett, Greg Howson, Marco A. Minoli, Stuart Muckley, Tim Repa-Davies, Sitara Shefta, and John Tearle. These appointments aim to strengthen TIGA's advocacy for games businesses across the country, focusing on growth, skills development, and policy initiatives. The new board members bring diverse expertise from various studios and specialisms within the UK games sector.
TIGA appoints nine industry veterans to board of directors
The UK video games trade body TIGA has appointed nine new industry veterans to its board of directors, including leaders from Dovetail Games, Stainless Games, and Supermassive Games. These appointments aim to strengthen TIGA's advocacy for UK games companies. Elaine Green of Nellyvision was previously appointed chair.
New TIGA Board Reinforces Commitment to Championing the UK Games Industry
TIGA, the trade association for the UK video games industry, has appointed new members to its Board of Directors, reinforcing its commitment to advocating for and supporting games businesses. The new board members bring diverse expertise from across the sector, aiming to strengthen policies that foster growth, attract investment, and develop talent within the UK games industry.