I'm certain Team Bondi have done a whole lot of research for their L.A Noire title, but I'm sure even they'd appreciate this particular source of information.
It's a seven part documentary of the Gangsta Squad, a secret LAPD unit formed after World War II, compiled by none other than the Los Angeles Times and titled.. ...wait for it... L.A Noir: Tales from the Gangsta Squad. There's quite a lot of media, photos, and written up accounts to read through in this series, so if you're fascinated by…
Brisbane igda and gameOn - GameOn 2008 program is now over - we finished with the fabulous 48 hour game making competition BUT we are back for the summer ...
Announcing a gameOn summer program as part of the other GAME ON exhibition at the State Library of QLD.
Please note - spaces for the workshops are LIMITED - we advise booking ahead via the SLQ booking system - follow the links to more information below or head to the Brisbane igda site for live links:
http://www.igda.org/brisbane/
THE…
(Moscow, Russia): BigWorld's Business Development Manager Europe/Russia, Mike Allenson announces a new license with New Orleans-based Wargaming.net to create their upcoming massively multiplayer online game.
Victor Kislyi, CEO of Wargaming.net, commented, "Having built many engines from the ground up, we were looking for a complete solution to develop our first MMO that will save us time and eliminate technical risks". Victor added, "BigWorld's Technology Suite, along with their world-class…
Our Digital Media Internship program places digital media graduates, or people with relevant experience into internships with host companies. Host companies represent a broad range of screen industry production including game development, post production, animation and multi-platform content creators.
At our free Information Night, you'll get to meet potential host companies, hear what they are looking for and ask any questions you might have about our Digital Media Internship program. In…
Following the closure of five internal studios, it looks like publisher THQ are further reducing 17% of staff and halting development on several unannounced titles. It's a move that's a result of the current economic situation that has caused "decreased consumer confidence, a cautious retail environment, and problematic exchange rates".
The report from Shacknews says that THQ are concentrating on more rational kids and family games and key brands such as the Warhammer 40,000 property. With the…
As mentioned previously, as part of the International Digital Entertainment Festival (iDEF), there's a presentation from the CEO of Hybrid TV, Robbee Minicola, who'll be doing two sessions for game developers and enthusiasts on making games for the TiVo platform. You'll find out a whole lot about developer kits and revenue streams, and I've been told that those particular sessions will be free to attend as well. Spaces are limited, and you need to register first!
Session Details:
Thursday 13th…
If you're in Melbourne and free during mid November, then be sure to check out the inaugural International Digital Entertainment Festival (iDEF)! Taking part will be a slew of presentations from international guests such as Pixar, Google, Lucas Arts and more, as well as local game developers such as Infinite Interactive and Tantalus.
There's also a presentation from the CEO of Hybrid TV who'll be doing two sessions for game developers and enthusiasts on making games for the TiVo platform. You'…
I made this animation earlier this year, in my 3d design class...a six-legged bug. I had to design it, then model, texture, rig, skin and animate it using 3ds Max 8.
I have included a still frame of it, incase the video doesn't work yet...
also a link...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohjS6z5ENxw
Kotaku AU have a great set of interviews with the Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS) which is based in Sydney. AFTRS are launching some new games courses next year, with applications closing on the November 7th, just a week away!
Also worth mentioning is that the Game Jam 08 games pitch and demo event is on this weekend at AFTRS! Click here to find out more!
The two people interviewed by Kotaku are Gary Hayes, the Founding Head of LAMP and the main man behind the Virtual Worlds…
