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GDC Report: Deep Dive Into Platforms, Engines, Job Insecurity and the Controversial Topic AI

GDC Report: Deep Dive Into Platforms, Engines, Job Insecurity and the Controversial Topic AI

For the second time this year, the GDC has published its ‘State of the Games Industry’ report, which reveals a shift in key issues. Whilst the employment situation remains dire, interest in trade unions is waning, as are reservations about AI. At least to some extent.

Stephan Steininger
Stephan Steininger
November 13, 2026 – 7 min read

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