Education & Student News

College Launches Course Teaching American History Through GTA
The University of Tennessee will launch a new class in 2026 which teaches American history through the lens of the…

13 of the best board games for parties
The best party board games are easy to learn, simple to set up, and great fun for everyone.

10 Key Games Industry Jobs, and Advice from Experts Who Work Them
Thinking about a job in the games industry? Read some expert advice from people working in specific roles.

How to apply for a job in games (and what not to do)
Applying for a job in the games industry is a daunting prospect for aspiring developers. Here is a stack of…

Mind Games: crafting better conversations around mental health, gaming and tech
Immersive artist Darren Vukasinovic wants to see more nuanced conversations around mental health and video games.

Apply for the WordPlay 2023 Games Writing Mentorship Program
GamesHub and Melbourne International Games Week are pleased to announce the return of the WordPlay Games Writing Mentorship Program

Up close with three emerging Australian game developers
Diverse, multi-talented and creatively ambitious, William Hinz, Emma McCaw and Sunny Tandoc discuss their paths into the industry and what…

Meet the SMARTies: IGEA's 2023 mentorship recipients
Ten up-and-coming creatives kick off the 4-month SMART program designed to hone their skills and immerse them in the Melbourne’s…

Free Digital Games Boot Camp to be held for Victorian game studios in July 2023
The Creative Victoria initiative seeks to equip game studios in the state with the business acumen needed to thrive in…

Free VR conference and expo XR:WA returns to Perth in July 2023
The XR:WA conference, which explores virtual and augmented reality games and experiences, is in its fifth year of operation.