When creative technologist and veteran brand storyteller Nik Kleverov showcased the short version of “Critterz” alongside his agency Native Foreign at BrandStorytelling’s Elevate retreat in 2023, few might have anticipated the next chapter: a full-length feature film collaboration with OpenAI and Vertigo Films. The announcement made headlines, sparking a new wave of discussion in the[…..] […]
Chinese Web Novel IP Conquers Japan! “Renegade Immortal” Garner Favor from Top Japanese Animation Studio, ” The Immortal Ascension ” Tops Netflix Global Charts Blockbuster News: Japanese Media Confirms “Renegade Immortal” Anime Adaptation, Acquired by Top-Tier Production Company Recently, several authoritative Japanese anime media outlets, such as Anime! Anime! and Dengeki Online, successively reported groundbreaking news that has stirred[…..] […]
This year’s theme is “High Impact” The Bitsummit Executive Committee is excited to announce “BitSummit PUNCH”, Japan’s largest indie game exhibition. The event will take place at Miyako Messe (Kyoto International Exhibition Hall) across three days from Friday, May 22nd 2026 to Sunday, May 24th 2026. Exhibitor registrations have also officially opened now! The theme[…..] […]
Nine years ago, Danish friends Joshua Christiansen and Nina Sas met while studying in Malmö. Their shared dream of creating something of their own and showcasing Nina’s distinctive art style eventually led them, together with former co-founder Anton Pilmark, to Sweden Game Startup. Today, the duo runs their studio Chromatic Ink from a game collective[…..] […]
News Fresh From The Oven: The Witch’s Bakery Is Coming to PS5 & Xbox! Grab your aprons and spellbooks: The Witch’s Bakery is sprinkling its cozy magic beyond PC & Switch in 2026! An enchanting mix of magic, baking, and Parisian charm from Sunny Lab & Silver Lining Interactive, is coming to PlayStation 5 and[…..] […]
Be Part of What’s Next in Media & Entertainment AI Innovation in Media & Entertainment (M&E) — a premier virtual summit for M&E professionals who want to stay ahead of the curve will be held from Nov.12~13. This 2-day event features 8 expert-led sessions showcasing how AI and emerging technologies are redefining content creation, streamlining production,[…..] […]
NewZoo, the leading provider of games and esports market analytics, has released its comprehensive Global Games Market Report, forecasting a steady growth trajectory for the PC, console, and mobile gaming segments through 2025. The 200-page report provides a holistic overview of the industry’s dynamics. It reveals that the global player base has now surpassed 3.3[…..] […]
The Southeast Asian games industry generated $6.2 billion in consumer spending in 2024, demonstrating robust growth momentum. The mobile games segment accounted for 73% of total revenue, maintaining its dominant position in the market. Despite talent shortages posing challenges to the industry, a growing number of companies are driving innovation and sustainable development through partnerships[…..] […]
Grants to Help Studios Progress from Prototype to Final Release The South Australian Government announced the launch of the South Australian Digital Games Fund, designed to accelerate the growth and development of local game development teams through grants of up to AUD $100,000. This fund will primarily support game projects at critical development stages, helping[…..] […]
Since its debut in China in 2012, the Unity Developer Conference Unite has become a vital annual event for Chinese developers to access cutting-edge technology and share innovative practices. From the initial introduction of Unity 4 to the full-scale adoption of the “Tuanjie Engine,” Unite has witnessed China’s game industry transform from a follower[…..] […]
