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CODE NZ builds new mentorship program into funding grants

Knowledge sharing is now a requirement for certain funding opportunities.

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New Zealand launches Minecraft tourism campaign DLC

It's all to celebrate the release of A Minecraft Movie.

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NZ's Centre of Digital Excellence is bringing 18 games to PAX Aus 2024

Many of the games included are being publicly unveiled for the first time.

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New Zealand Game Developers Conference 2024 tickets on sale now

NZGDC explores the "captivating worlds" of game development and screen storytelling through panels, talks, and more.

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New Zealand's CODE is forging a new future for local game developers

The New Zealand Centre of Digital Excellence aims to foster a more connected, supportive games industry in NZ.

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NZ Post is releasing New Zealand video game stamps and collectibles

NZ Post's Making Games – A Developing Industry stamps celebrate games like Dredge and Mini Metro.

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New Zealand game studios earned NZD $434.4 million in FY23

The New Zealand games industry continues to grow, despite competition from Australia.

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Microsoft's Activision Blizzard merger approved in New Zealand

New Zealand has officially passed judgement on Microsoft's proposed Activision Blizzard deal.

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New Zealand 2023 budget introduces rebates for game developers

The new incentives are designed to encourage talent retention and local business.

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New Zealand investing over $2 million a year in game development

New Zealand games will get a major boost with new government funding on the way.

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