ByteAction - Issue 117
Byte Action is a newsletter for game developers and fans
Hello, and welcome to 117th edition of Byte Action newsletter!
First off, my apologies for failing to post this on regular basis. I’ve had some health issues which fortunately I’ve managed to resolve, so from here on starting from January 9th I’ll be sending this out regularly every Tuesday at 1 pm CET. In the next addition I will also bring few additional features to the newsletter so watch out for those :) Also - if there’s anything else you wish to see in this newsletter - email me about and I’ll make sure to take it into account. Next week I’m heading out on a long awaited winter break🎄 :) So I hope you all have wonderful holidays, and I look forward to catching up with you next year.
As for what had happened in the games industry in the past few weeks:
It's safe to assume that the GTA VI trailer has been widely viewed by now. Rockstar Games has officially revealed their commitment to developing the GTA VI, and the trailer has certainly left a strong impression. Anticipation is high among those reading this, including myself, as we all await the opportunity to play the game. PC Gamer went a step further here, delving into the trailer to uncover and compile a list of all the concealed details and Easter eggs.
In other news, Larian’s Baldur’s Gate has won the ‘Game of the Year’ award at this year’s Game Awards. In total, Baldur's Gate 3 received six awards, including best performance for actor Neil Newbon, who played fan favourite Astarion.
Lastly, This Monday, a jury unanimously ruled in favor of Epic Games against Google in an antitrust case, potentially reshaping the operational dynamics of app marketplaces such as Google Play. The unanimous verdict marks the conclusion of a three-year legal dispute between the two companies.
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Keen Games is an independent cross-platform game developer from Frankfurt, Germany. They are known for Portal Knights IP which had won a prize for the Best German Game in 2017. Currently they’re working on a new game ‘Enshrouded’. It’s a co-op survival ARPG that has been developed using Keen’s proprietary tech.
Legal Stuff
Zenimax tentatively embraces AI to boost productivity and worker satisfaction without causing harm
Florida's Joker' claims Grand Theft Auto 6 used his likeness
Acquisitions/Investments
New Game Corner
SeaOrama: World of Shipping - 14th December, 2023
Embark on the dynamic journey of managing a thriving shipping enterprise in Seaorama: World of Shipping, where you'll encounter and overcome the intricate challenges of the maritime industry.
Resource Byte
Simple slack integrated AI tool for performance reviews. Quite neat.
Who’s Hiring?
UI Programmer - Liquid Swords - Stockholm, Sweden
Game Director - Old Skull Games - Villeurbanne, France
Senior Technical Animator - Rebellion - Wakefield, UK
Console Programmer - Digital Extremes - Remote, Canada
Senior Graphics Engineer - Singularity6 - Remote, USA
Senior VFX Artist - Phoenix Labs - Remote, Canada
Lead Character Artist - Manticore Games - Remote, USA
Senior Animator - Neobards Entertainment - Breda, Netherlands
Senior Environment Artist - Endnight Games - Vancouver, Canada
Executive Producer - Build a Rocket Boy - Edinburgh, UK
Senior Data Scientist - Carry1st - Remote
Senior Environment Artist - Yager - Remote
Senior Level Designer - That’s No Moon - Remote
Senior Animator - Coffee Stain Studios - Stockholm, Sweden
Dev Talks
“Playing games is one of the best ways to learn about the industry, its different genres, styles, mechanics, and trends. It can also inspire you to create your own games!” Lucia Gentile
Events
Bilbao Games Conference - 15th-16th December 2023
A two-day conference and workshops with A-list speakers from the games industry promise an immersive and enriching experience for attendees. The event is designed to bring together professionals, enthusiasts, and aspiring individuals interested in the games industry.