Inside Google's AI plan to end Android developer toil - and speed up innovation

I spoke with Sam Bright, VP and GM of Google Play and Developer Ecosystem, about Gemini's expansion in Android Studio. The real story is the way AI cuts toil across the lifecycle.
gematsu

Zero36 Studio and CCG Lab announce Star Wars digital collectible card game for PC, iOS, and Android

ByteDance subsidiary Zero36 Studio and CCG Lab have announced a collaboration with Lucasfilm Games to develop a new Star Wars digital collectible card game for PC, iOS, and Android. “The opportunity ...
The Verge

Indie game developers have a new sales pitch: being ‘AI free’

Indie devs are using anti-gen-AI statements to make their games stand out. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. is a reporter who covers ...
TweakTown

AI may be causing 'more problems than it solves' for game developers

TL;DR: Major tech companies are integrating generative AI to streamline game development, but challenges persist. Ubisoft, Microsoft, and EA use AI tools to boost workflows, yet developers face ...
Android

Android games are making the jump to Steam

Valve has opened up about some of its plans to bring Android games to Steam. The company behind the PC platform’s most popular game store confirms that it will also be supporting and encouraging ...
Android Authority

Valve just opened the door to Android games on Steam

Valve has confirmed that Android games are now welcomed and supported on Steam. The company says the Steam Frame headset also supports the same APKs that developers are using for mobile and Meta Quest ...
The Verge

Valve is welcoming Android games into Steam

The Steam Frame is the start — but it could be tip of the iceberg. The Steam Frame is the start — but it could be tip of the iceberg. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers ...
Android Police

Valve invites Android developers to Steam ahead of huge VR push

Timi is a news and deals writer who's been reporting on technology for over a decade. He loves breaking down complex subjects into easy-to-read pieces that keep you informed. But his recent passion ...
Morningstar

Xsolla Enables U.S. Google Play Game Developers to Add External Purchase Links Inside Their Games

Mobile Game Developers In The United States Can Now Use External Purchase Links In Google Play Titles Following Google’s Latest Policy Update Xsolla, a global video game commerce company that helps ...
Futurism

EA’s Attempt to Use AI for Game Development Backfiring Horribly

The video game industry is hellbent on harnessing the power of generative AI to boost productivity and dream up virtual worlds — while also cutting costs, of course. According to a recent Google Cloud ...
GameSpot

Battlefield 6 Apparently Failed To Credit All Of These Essential Game Developers

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Battlefield 6 is a big success for EA with more than 7 million copies sold, but the game's launch has caused a stir in some circles. Veteran developer ...
GamesIndustry

Android game developers in the US can now retain up to 95% of revenue with Xsolla Buy Button

Xsolla, a global payment platform for game publishers and developers, has announced the availability of its Buy Button for Android. This SDK solution enables mobile game developers to launch direct ...