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Videogame peak body IGEA slams News Corp coverage of technology and loot boxes
The Interactive Games and Entertainment Association has responded strongly to a series of articles across News Corp publications about children and videogame addiction.
VICSCREEN to boost Victoria’s screen industry with new $191 million strategy
Victoria’s screen industry, encompassing film, television and videogames, today received a large investment commitment as part of a four-year strategy to help the state compete internationally.
PlayStation records most profitable year in history
PS5 shortages and COVID-19 didn't stop Sony's gaming division from recording its most profitable year in its 27-year history.
PlayStation and chat platform Discord to join forces following Sony investment
Sony has invested in the popular communication software company, with the aim to create integration with PlayStation consoles.
Nintendo’s Game Builder Garage lets everyone be a game developer
Nintendo’s foray into experimental creativity and education continues, announcing Game Builder Garage for Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo and ‘Animal Crossing’ Lead Surge Of Australian Videogame Market In 2020
Games industries around the world enjoyed significant growth during a year of COVID lockdowns.
New Xbox consoles, Minecraft, and Game Pass drive huge growth for Microsoft
Xbox Series X/S consoles saw hardware revenue grow by a massive 232%, and Minecraft users hit 140 million.
Microsoft to make $22 billion worth of augmented reality headsets for US Army
With this new contract, Microsoft is set to fortify its position as one of the highest value US defence contractors alongside Amazon, write Ben Egliston and Marcus Carter.
Microsoft making big changes to PC gaming, increasing developer revenue
Microsoft has updated its position on PC gaming and increased the revenue share for developers on its PC storefront.
IGEA calls on NSW government to stop neglecting videogame sector, again, ahead of budget
Australia peak videogame industry body has warned NSW could be ‘left behind’ if the Berejiklian Government fails to invest in the state’s videogame industry in the 2021-22 Budget.