Self-Publishing Framework: What SpielFabrique Wants to Offer

Business

Womenize! Announces NRW Chapter, Applications for Masterclass in Leipzig Open

With a new event one day before German Developer Award (Deutscher Entwicklerpreis, DEP) 2026 in Cologne, Womenize! is expanding. Applications for the Masterclasses on 24 November at R42 in Leipzig are open now as well.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Business

G+ These Incubators and Accelerators You Can Apply for in 2027

Just starting out with your game dev company and need the basics, or have taken the first step but need to grow? Good ways to achieve both are often incubators or accelerators. In our list, you can find the right one for you, whether online or on site, as well as how and when to apply.

By Pascal Wagner • 3 min read

Development

Xbox Labs Shall Turn Emerging Ideas Into Players and Dev Experiences

Microsoft says it aims to be at the forefront of the future of gaming technologies. That is why Xbox head Asha Sharma has set up Xbox Labs, led by CTO Scott Van Vliet, a team tasked with exploring and developing technologies and possibilities.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Products

Fatekeeper Hits 500,000 Sales

Fatekeeper, released in early June 2026, has now sold over 500,000 copies. The game is still in the Early Access stage of development and is being developed by Paraglacial and published by THQ Nordic.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read

Events

SimRacing Expo Sees Record High of 29,580 Attendants

The 2026 SimRacing Expo was the biggest yet. The event in Frankfurt will return on 17-18 September 2027.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Business

Don't Nod Faces Financial Difficulties and Has Filed for Safeguard Proceedings

The French video game studio Don't Nod has applied to the Paris Commercial Court for a safeguard procedure due to financial difficulties. The application has been granted.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

People

G+ Game Music Makers: Edward Ray

He didn't only make the soundtrack to Rogue Ascent: VR by Nooner Bear Studio and Frenzy Extinction as well as pieces for Meat Shot by Tolga Ay, but was also Audio Lead on FIFA Heroes: We spoke to Edward Ray about structure in game music, spotting and his work.

By Pascal Wagner • 7 min read

Products

Drill Keeper Gears up for a Q3 2027 Launch

Over two years have passed since the announcement that Hooded Horse would take over publishing Drill Keeper from ShoulderByte in Hamburg. The release window has now been set for late 2027.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read

Products

THQ Nordic's Gothic - A Shadow's Quest Campaign Ends Friday

The Gothic - A Shadow's Quest crowdfunding campaign by THQ Nordic has achieved all its stretch goals. Almost 3,000 backers have pledged more than €700,000.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read