Game Development The Business of Hype: Inside the Selection Process for Gamescom Opening Night Live August 23, 2026 Pevita Pearce As the global gaming industry prepares for the massive influx of fans, developers, and publishers to Cologne for Gamescom, the spotlight has once again turned to the digital curtain-raiser: Opening…
Game Development The Business of Hype: Dissecting the Financial Model Behind Gamescom’s Opening Night Live August 21, 2026 Azzam Bilal Chamdy As the global gaming industry descends upon Cologne, Germany, for the annual spectacle of Gamescom, the spotlight invariably turns to the event’s high-octane kick-off: Opening Night Live (ONL). Hosted by…
Game Development Beyond the Internal Engine: Inside Blackbird Interactive’s Hybrid Business Model July 16, 2026 Jia Lissa In an industry often defined by the "hit-or-miss" nature of original IP development, Canadian studio Blackbird Interactive has carved out a resilient, multifaceted path. Founded in 2007 by alumni of…
Game Development Strategic Evolution: Steve Allison Appointed as Chief Business Officer at Saber Interactive July 14, 2026 Sagoh In a high-profile move signaling a new era of independence and aggressive growth, Saber Interactive has announced the appointment of industry veteran Steve Allison as its new Chief Business Officer…
