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Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies
NZTech

Kiwi tech sector grows, boosted by game development and local IT companies

New Zealand's tech sector, including game development and local IT companies, is driving continued growth, according to NZTech.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Jan 2021
Lenovo picks budding Kiwi game developer as 'Legion Epprentice'
Gaming

Lenovo picks budding Kiwi game developer as 'Legion Epprentice'

Lenovo has announced the winner of its Lenovo Legion Epprenticeship, an initiative created to encourage budding developers wanting a career in gaming.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2020
Singapore-based Garena buys game studio Phoenix Labs
Gaming

Singapore-based Garena buys game studio Phoenix Labs

Garena, part of Sea Limited, has acquired Canadian game studio Phoenix Labs to boost its global game development capabilities and market reach.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020
Animoca Brands acquires San Fran gaming company behind Power Rangers
iOS

Animoca Brands acquires San Fran gaming company behind Power Rangers

In a major move, Animoca Brands acquires the San Francisco-based gaming firm nWay for AUD $11.4 million, aiming to tap into competitive gaming markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019
2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game
Gaming

2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game

Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2019
PAX AUS reveals this year's Indie Showcase winners
Gaming

PAX AUS reveals this year's Indie Showcase winners

PAX Australia announces winners of its AUS Indie Showcase, featuring games like Wayward Strand and Ring of Pain.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2019
JPlay & DGames bring blockchain to eSports
Blockchain

JPlay & DGames bring blockchain to eSports

JPlay is one of the world's first blockchain-powered eSports platforms, launched this month in Taipei, Taiwan.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Nov 2018
Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue
Gaming

Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue

The Australian video game development industry continues to flourish, despite minimal recognition from their government.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
What does it take to become a Call of Duty, Infinity Ward game developer?
Gaming

What does it take to become a Call of Duty, Infinity Ward game developer?

Ever wondered what goes into designing the look & feel of a game? Curious to know what skills are needed to score a job as a game developer? Read on..

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Fri, 30th Sep 2016
Kiwi creators along with British company bring Thunderbirds back to life
Unified Communications

Kiwi creators along with British company bring Thunderbirds back to life

A new Thunderbirds Are Go: Adventures app has been developed by a British production company and Kiwi developers.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2016
Game development and zombies: Capital E launches school programmes
Gaming

Game development and zombies: Capital E launches school programmes

Capital E Digital Studio is hosting two programmes for juniors and seniors taking place in this year's April school holidays.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2015
NZ Video Games Praised in Best of 2013 Lists
Gaming

NZ Video Games Praised in Best of 2013 Lists

NZ's video game industry triumphs internationally, with five games praised in 2013's best-of lists, showcasing the country's creative force.

By David Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2013
THQ files for Bankrupcy
Gaming

THQ files for Bankrupcy

Troubled gaming giant THQ declares bankruptcy, putting its iconic studios and games up for sale in a bid to secure a fresh start.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Dec 2012

Stories from Other Regions

NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets
Gaming

NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets

The industry could potentially be worth $1 billion dollars by 2025 if it continues its 39% average annual growth.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020
Founded in an Auckland garage, acquired by global colossus
Gaming

Founded in an Auckland garage, acquired by global colossus

A Kiwi video game developer known worldwide for 'Path of Exile' has announced a majority acquisition from Chinese giant Tencent.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Gaming conference invites Kiwis to learn from the experts
Gaming

Gaming conference invites Kiwis to learn from the experts

Games for Learning conference invites gaming experts, Kiwi game devs and educators to explore the role of games in learning.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2017
Microsoft's global Build conference comes to Auckland
Microsoft

Microsoft's global Build conference comes to Auckland

Microsoft's Build developer conference is coming to Auckland on May 30 as part of the event's first ever global tour.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 8th May 2015
NZ game industry created 114 new jobs last year: survey
Gaming

NZ game industry created 114 new jobs last year: survey

Bucking economic woes, NZ's gaming sector added 114 jobs last year, growing by 46% thanks to the surge in smartphone and online gaming.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Nov 2011