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Europe’s Oldest Game Studies Course Is Getting Closed

The University for Further Education Krems in Austria is ending the oldest game studies course in Europe and closing its Center for Applied Game Studies. This marks the loss of two of the oldest institutions in European Game Studies. Former Center Head Natalie Denk however has plans.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Business

The AI Tax: How Silicon Scarcity is Colliding with the ‘GTA 6’ Super Cycle

In 'Zoran's Update', experienced games manager Zoran Roso comments on current industry topics on LinkedIn. GamesMarkt is republishing the update with his consent. This time's topic: The impact of the AI boom on console pricing (options) and what this could mean for game development and publishing.

By Zoran Roso • 4 min read

Business

Less Metaverse at Meta, but More Wearables

Meta is shifting its focus from metaverse to wearables. The company is closing three VR gaming studios, making staff cuts at Camouflaj and discontinuing Supernatural content.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

Business

Europe’s Oldest Game Studies Course Is Getting Closed

The University for Further Education Krems in Austria is ending the oldest game studies course in Europe and closing its Center for Applied Game Studies. This marks the loss of two of the oldest institutions in European Game Studies. Former Center Head Natalie Denk however has plans.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Products

Davy X Jones

Arrrr?! In Davy x Jones, a pirate action-adventure game that's a little different, players control two halves of the legendary pirate. Davy (Head) commands the skies aboard a whale battleship in the roguelite Sky Hunts, while Jones (Body) engages in first-person combat across the shattered isles.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 4 min read

Business

The AI Tax: How Silicon Scarcity is Colliding with the ‘GTA 6’ Super Cycle

In 'Zoran's Update', experienced games manager Zoran Roso comments on current industry topics on LinkedIn. GamesMarkt is republishing the update with his consent. This time's topic: The impact of the AI boom on console pricing (options) and what this could mean for game development and publishing.

By Zoran Roso • 4 min read

Krafton: 26 Game Projects to Secure a Franchise IP

Krafton has a development pipeline of 26 titles designed to secure franchise IPs through targeted early releases, which validate their potential before scaling up. Furthermore, the competitiveness of the PUBG franchise as a content platform should be enhanced.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read

Esports

KitKat and Razer Are Partners at Valorant Esports EMEA

Valorant Esports, specifically the Valorant Champions Tour and Game Changers in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, has announced two partnerships: one with KitKat and one with Razer.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

Jagex Celebrates 25 Years of RuneScape With Events, a Refreshed CI, and More

To celebrate 25 years of RuneScape, Jagex is investing more than ever before in content development. The company has also unveiled a new corporate identity that aligns it more closely with the RuneScape franchise.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 5 min read