The PS5 is facing component shortages that may hurt its sales in the first year, but it’s not just the PS5 that is affected. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeff Grubb
How pandemic socialization trends have accelerated the move into virtual spaces
In „Breaking the Fourth Wall,“ panelists talk about how pandemic socialization trends are leading the charge into the metaverse. AR/VR – VentureBeat & VB Staff
Now is the time to experiment with virtual reality design
The pandemic has seen more people turn to VR for social interactions and even work. Now is the time for VR designers to take chances. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Aron Garst
Diversity isn’t just about inclusion in gaming — it’s smart business, too
Diversity and inclusion isn’t just about an initiative or program that serves a specific function for a specific underrepresented group of people in a given industry. D&I is meant to be a holistic model that desperately needs full saturation in every facet of every industry. In this particular panel during GamesBeat’s Driving Game Growth & […]
Language is the ‘bare minimum’ of culturalization in game development
Adapting your game for other countries goes far beyond translation and localization. Story, mechanics, and monetization must fit the culture. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Aron Garst
E3, Gamescom, and other big events remain vital to the game industry
Major game events have played a significant role in creating excitement, even when the pandemic forced organizers to host events online. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Aron Garst
Mergers and acquisitions: Behind game industry deals during a pandemic
Games saw more than 1,500 deals worth $43 billion during 2020, making it the industry darling. What’s in store in 2021? AR/VR – VentureBeat & Amanda Farough
Hitman 3 is fun, what’s coming from Nintendo, and more | GB Decides 178
GamesBeat Decides that Hitman 3 is good, and nothing you can say or do will ever change that fact. Also, some news happened. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jeff Grubb
How to watch Mental Health, Diversity, and Games
VB EVENT: GamesBeat and Oculus are teaming up for a series of VR events, hosted select Wednesdays through February 2021. Join live on December 9th at 10 a.m. PT for the next iteration focused on Mental Health, Diversity, and Games where Dean Takahashi of GamesBeat, Eve Crevoshay of Take This, Angela Roseboro of Riot Games, and Javon […]
Black Friday 2020: Everything we recommend this holiday
Black Friday is almost upon us! Here’s a roundup of all our shopping guides, going over video games, geek gifts, books, PC gear, and more. AR/VR – VentureBeat & Jason Wilson