Itch.io: An Itch for democratic distribution
Itch.io is a digital marketplace that is designed with ease of access and community in mind. Let's look at why…
Where do all Australia's senior game developers go?
Despite Australia's vibrant creative games culture, studios are struggling to hire expert talent.
Indie games that let you experience Melbourne despite lockdown
These beautiful, relatable games create experiences that feel like home, in a time when we can't experience the city that…
What can Freeplay, the world's oldest games festival, teach the arts about survival?
Freeplay independent games festival has survived for over sixteen years. The past and present directors share the lessons they have…
How has COVID affected the Australian games industry?
Let's unpack IGEA's stats on the local impact of COVID-19, and what the future looks like for the Australian games…
How 'Moving Out' entertains us while the world stays in
A new game from Australian developers SMG Studio embodies the sentiment that the show must go on – even in…
Putting the 'social' in 'social distancing' with multiplayer apps and games
If you're more into Settlers of Catan than Call of Duty, this is a list of silly online boardgames and…
The quest to make a truly Australian game
Let's move past Australian gothic and true blue and take a look at how these game devs are approaching stories…
Amazing Australian games to see you through the holidays
We look at some of the best games from Australia and New Zealand released in 2019 – there are plenty…
Wayward Strand - How to build an airship
Digital environment designer Su-Yiin Lai talks about the speculative architecture, videogames, and working between disciplines.