Gamescom 2020, which takes place in Cologne later this month has established itself as one of the most significant and valuable events in the global gaming calendar. This year, the... Continue Reading →
How To Attend Gamescom 2020
Games Scale Up – Apply Now
Games Scale Up is a new programme designed to help ambitious businesses in the games industry to scale. Spaces available for Scottish companies. Apply now.
Game Changers: Videogames Music LIVE
Game Changers, a showcase of the best in UK videogames music, will be streamed live on the evening of Tuesday August 6th 2020. Featuring @chipzel @LuciHolland @nyokee @ninichimusic & @circuitbird. Sign up now.
We’re Raising Our Game – Will You?
As of today, the Scottish Games Network is an official supporter of the Raise The Game pledge, to make the global games industry a more welcoming, inclusive and diverse place to be.
2020 BAFTA Games Awards Entries Open (Diversity Standards Now Included)
Entries for the 2020 BAFTA Games Awards are now open. Developers have until November to enter. For the first time, the awards will pilot the BFI Diversity Standards as part of the entry process.
UK Game Of The Show – Enter NOW
Entries for the UKIE Game of the Show are open now. Despite the fact that it will take place entirely online in 2020, Gamescom remains one of the most important... Continue Reading →
Games Jobs LIVE: North of England Edition
Games Jobs LIVE has partnered with Game Republic to create a new online recruitment event for the videogames industry in the North of England.
Lords Recommend Immediate Loot Box Reclassification
The House of Lords Gambling Committee is recommending the immediate reclassification of loot boxes in videogames as gambling. The report goes on to state that any game or mechanic which has 'gambling like characteristics' should be similarly regulated.
Game Dev Heroes – Nominations Close Today
Nominations for the 2020 Game Dev Heroes competition, which recognises the unsung heroes of the games industry close TODAY (June 30th). Nominate someone who inspires you - now.
Government Calls For Evidence on Loot Boxes
The DCMS will launch a call for evidence into the use of 'loot boxes' within videogames, to decide whether or not they should be considered 'gambling'.
