Good Morning. It's Wednesday, August 21. In today’s edition, we explore the various career options available to aspiring video game developers, the first in our comprehensive series on pursuing a career in game development. We also cover the India Game Developer Conference's announcement of hosting the India Pavilion at the Tokyo Game Show 2024. Additionally, we highlight key revelations from this year’s Gamescom 2024’s Opening Night Live.
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Navigating the Career Paths in Game Development
India’s video games industry is poised for a significant expansion, with employment expected to rise from 100,000 in 2023 to 400,000 by the decade’s end, according to industry forecasts. For India’s youth, this could represent the next major career boom, reminiscent of the IT sector’s rapid growth in the early 2000s. Yet, as enticing as a career in game development may seem, the industry’s diverse roles require careful consideration.
Harish’s latest feature story offers an in-depth examination of the six key career paths in video game development: Game Design, Game Art, Programming, Technical Art, Game Testing, and Production. Each discipline demands specialized skills, and understanding where your talents fit best is crucial as the sector continues to evolve.
This article marks the beginning of a comprehensive series that will explore the various aspects of pursuing a career in game development. In upcoming features, we’ll cover educational opportunities, salary expectations, and the supply and demand dynamics in this rapidly expanding industry. For those seeking a foothold in a booming sector, this series aims to provide the necessary guidance.
Indian Indie Game Studios to Showcase at Tokyo Game Show 2024
The India Game Developer Conference (IGDC) announced that it will be hosting the India Pavilion at the Tokyo Game Show 2024, offering a prominent platform for eight Indian video game studios to showcase their work on the global stage. The pavilion will spotlight a range of upcoming indie games, underscoring India’s growing presence in the gaming industry.
Among the studios featured are Ayelet Studio with Unsung Empires: The Cholas, Brewed Games presenting Winds of Arcana: Ruination, and Insanity Crew with Anant Shrankhla. Also included are Mono Tusk Studios with Palm Sugar: A Village Story, ReDimension Games with Sojourn Past, Zatun with Down and Out, 5th Ocean Studios presenting Devas Vs Asuras, and Singular Scheme with Miner’s Mettle.
The Tokyo Game Show 2024, to be held from September 26 to 29 at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, is expected to be one of the largest in the event’s history, featuring over 3,190 exhibition booths. The India Pavilion, organized by IGDC, will be situated in the Indie Game Area, positioning Indian indie developers to gain greater visibility in the international market.
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Black Myth: Wukong Shatters Records on Steam with 2.23 Million Concurrent Players
Black Myth: Wukong was released today, shattering records on Steam with 2.23 million concurrent players, making it the best-performing single-player game ever by this metric. This figure more than doubles the previous record set by Cyberpunk 2077, which hit one million concurrent users in its first two hours of launch in 2020. It also surpasses Palworld, which peaked at 2.1 million concurrent users earlier this year. However, the all-time record still belongs to PUBG, with 3.3 million concurrent players at its peak. Despite the success, Black Myth: Wukong has faced some launch-related challenges.
Valve Bans Automated Counter-Strafing in Counter-Strike 2, Kicks Players Using SOCD Keyboards
Valve is cracking down on the use of keyboard features that automate perfect counter-strafes in Counter-Strike 2. Players using Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions (SOCD) technology, introduced by Razer with its Huntsman V3 Pro keyboards and Wooting with its Snappy Tappy feature, will now be kicked from games. Valve emphasized that while hardware has blurred the line between manual input and automation, it will no longer allow features that circumvent core gameplay skills. Although players will be removed from matches for using SOCD, Valve has not yet implemented account bans for this violation on official servers.
Gamescom 2024 Announcements
In this edition of Pixel P&L, we’re shifting our focus from our usual Did You Know segment to cover the major announcements from Gamescom 2024. The event opened with Opening Night Live, hosted by Geoff Keighley, where a wide array of new game reveals and updates were showcased. Here’s a concise roundup of the key highlights from the event.
Borderlands 4 Announced, Targets 2025 Release
At Gamescom’s Opening Night Live, host Geoff Keighley unveiled Borderlands 4, published by 2K Games, with a teaser trailer hinting at a 2025 release. The trailer shows Pandora adrift in a turquoise debris field, with asteroids raining down as someone with a robotic arm picks up a burning Psycho mask. The YouTube description teases an all-new planet and legendary Vault Hunters seeking treasure. This announcement follows the launch of the Borderlands film adaptation, which received a lukewarm reception. Borderlands 4 will be the first title from Gearbox after its acquisition by Take-Two from the Embracer Group.
Path of Exile 2 Early Access Launch Set for November 15 Across Multiple Platforms
The early access release date for Path of Exile 2 was confirmed for November 15, 2024. The much-anticipated sequel will be available on PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store), Mac, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Fans of the action RPG have been eagerly awaiting this follow-up, which promises to build on the success of the original with new mechanics and over 100 bosses. Early previews have positioned Path of Exile 2 as a formidable competitor to Diablo 4, making its upcoming release one of the most anticipated in the genre.
Prime Video Unveils Secret Level, A New Gaming Anthology Series Premiering December 10
Amazon is expanding its presence in the gaming world with the announcement and release of a trailer for Secret Level, a new original series on Prime Video. The anthology series will spotlight a variety of games, from indie titles to classic franchises. Episodes will feature stories on games such as SIFU, Mega Man, and Armored Core, among others. The series aims to delve into the creative processes behind these games, offering fans unique insights. Secret Level is set to premiere on December 10, furthering Amazon's commitment to gaming content on its streaming platform.
Netflix Unveils Squid Game: Unleashed Multiplayer Game, Tied to Season 2 Release
Netflix unveiled the trailer for its upcoming multiplayer video game, Squid Game: Unleashed, at Gamescom. Based on the hit series, the game will offer fast-paced, battle royale-style gameplay featuring deadly challenges from the show and new contests inspired by childhood games. Players can compete online to survive the twisted contests. The game will be released in conjunction with Squid Game Season 2, debuting on December 26 on Netflix, though no specific game release date has been announced.
Krafton Unveils Dark and Darker Mobile and inZOI
South Korean publisher Krafton showcased its upcoming releases, Dark and Darker Mobile and inZOI, at Gamescom 2024. During Opening Night Live, trailers were revealed for the mobile version of the hit extraction RPG and the life simulation game. Pre-registration for Dark and Darker Mobile is now open across multiple platforms, including Android, iOS, Galaxy Store, and PC via Google Play Games.
Marvel Rivals Set for December 6 Release
Marvel Rivals, a 6v6 superhero shooter from NetEase, is set to launch on December 6. The game, which features new heroes Captain America and the Winter Soldier, garnered significant attention during its closed beta test, drawing large viewership on Twitch. NetEase capitalized on the game's popularity by hosting tournaments during the beta and promoting it at San Diego Comic-Con, further boosting its audience. With anticipation building, Marvel Rivals aims to solidify its presence in the competitive shooter market when it officially releases later this year.
MachineGames Sets December 2024 Release for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
MachineGames has set the release date for its upcoming title, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, which will launch on December 9, 2024, for PC and Xbox Series X/S. A PlayStation 5 version is also in development, with a release planned for spring 2025. The announcement was made during Gamescom’s Opening Night Live, where actor Troy Baker, who voices Indiana Jones, narrated a segment showcasing what fans can expect from the action-adventure game.
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