Fewer headlines, more context. We cover the industry moves that actually change what you'll be playing — with a standing soft spot for the Aotearoa dev scene.
The New Zealand Game Developers Conference returns this September with three days of talks, a expanded student showcase and a record local exhibitor floor.
Mia Ngata · 18 Jul 2026 · 3 min read
Read the StoryA packed end-of-year slate headlined by a new 3D Mario aims to keep Switch 2's momentum rolling through its second holiday window.
Mia Ngata · 5 Jul 2026 · 3 min read
Valve confirms the next demo festival for mid-October. We flag the trends worth tracking and how to build a shortlist that survives the flood.
Mia Ngata · 25 Jun 2026 · 3 min read
Sony's August catalogue additions bundle several standout co-op titles into one month — a quiet but clear response to how people are actually playing.
Mia Ngata · 12 Jun 2026 · 3 min read
Nine New Zealand studios will exhibit at Melbourne's biggest games show this October — the largest Kiwi contingent in the event's history.
Mia Ngata · 30 May 2026 · 3 min read
Microsoft's August wave stacks three substantial RPGs into a single month, including a day-one launch that has topped wishlists all year.
Mia Ngata · 15 May 2026 · 3 min read