New Zealand

CODE NZ builds new mentorship program into funding grants
Knowledge sharing is now a requirement for certain funding opportunities.

New Zealand launches Minecraft tourism campaign DLC
It's all to celebrate the release of A Minecraft Movie.

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.

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.

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.

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.

New Zealand game studios earned NZD $434.4 million in FY23
The New Zealand games industry continues to grow, despite competition from Australia.

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

New Zealand 2023 budget introduces rebates for game developers
The new incentives are designed to encourage talent retention and local business.

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.