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Hippity Happy Monday! Another week, ANOTHER JOB! Do you like Gameplay AI? Are you Crazy for Creatures? Mad for Mobs!? I don't have any more alliterations in me right now, but we're looking for someone to create believable creature behaviors for our game. If you've seen any of the nature docs and ever thought that it would be awesome to somehow make one within a brand new universe (specific dream, I know), then this might be for you! This is a mid-level (3-6 yrs) role, but if you have a couple years of professional dev in C++ and Unreal games, and have a genuine love and desire to learn gameplay AI we could chat too. What we can't train up is the very solid use of C++ and dev experience in Unreal. Sorry Unity-only folks, we really need someone w/ some prior experience here. Just like I said in my last post I will read every app and cover letter, but please only write a cover letter if you think it has something your resume couldn't tell. I do not prioritize folks that have one vs not. One thing I'd love to see in that section is any work you've done with creature AI behaviors if you got any. Anyway, gl;hf! Also sharing is caring, so please share w/ your network! Thanks!

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🚀 You have to check out this incredible project update from Mark Tucker at T-Minus Zero Entertainment! The team's passion and dedication are front and center in this milestone. Updates like these are what make #GameDevelopment so exciting. 💪 Curious about the latest progress or craving a behind-the-scenes look at a high-energy, innovative project? Don't miss Mark's full update below - it’s worth every second! 🙌👏 #GameDev #ProjectMilestone #Teamwork #VideoGames

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We are underway with our next assignment, which is local split-screen multiplayer. I had thought there would be far more complex systems for creating a split-screen game, however, it turns out it is fairly easy when using the new input system with its built-in input manager. There was no need to set up any special coding for managing the two cameras separately, or a need to set up different render planes to render each camera to an individual render texture, just select the allow split-screen option and set up keys in the control map as joining actions. And enable the option to join the game via said actions. And then we have a split-screen multiplayer, well a very basic one, now we need to focus on the rest of the systems and mechanics that need to be added to the system. #srudentgamedev #indiegamedev #madewithunity

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Marvel Rivals is going to be a goldmine for NetEase Games 💥 With less than 30 characters, it showcased how a 6v6 open role queue game can achieve near-perfect balance (yes, almost) during its closed beta test. What Overwatch has been struggling to deliver, Marvel Rivals has already nailed. 🚀 I checked the SteamDB charts, and to my surprise, the game had a peak of 52,671 players during its short stint, with nearly 20,000 playing till the very end. Even at the last minute, matchmaking was quick, showing just how enthusiastic players were. I played until the server shutdown kicked me out. 📊 Interestingly, I saw multiple posts on the subreddit and Facebook groups mentioning how addictive the game is. From my experience, I can see it disrupting players' lives (in a good way, of course). 💌 Since Hi-Rez Ventures' Paladins in 2017, this is the first arena shooter that truly hooked me, even in its closed beta. I never imagined I'd spend so much time (~50 hours, nearly 250 matches) in a game where progress would be wiped out when the CBT ended. Big thanks to Dominik Graner for the key. 😉 At first glance, the game may seem like an Overwatch clone with Marvel heroes. But it delivers so much more. The well-thought-out character designs, music, voice lines, and gameplay demonstrate the absolute craftsmanship NetEase Games has achieved under Danny Koo's leadership. 📈 Most characters resemble their original comic book origins, and signature moves like Hulk Smash, Thor's God of Thunder etc are a pleasure to watch. The video in this post features Punisher's ultimate - Judge, Jury, Executioner. 🔥 While the game didn't reveal much about monetization, the demo battle pass hints that it will rake in money like crazy when it launches globally. I hope the game will not go toward pay-to-win mechanisms. 💸 I was also impressed with how stable the game is, at least on consoles. As an Xbox user, my default server was Virginia, and even with over 200 ping, the game ran seamlessly. I had tons of fun playing Marvel Rivals, and I can't wait to see how the game shapes up when it launches globally. Hopefully soon.

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Simple Read-Only Attribute in Unity - Article

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And back to single-player projects, well never expected I would be jumping between so many types and genres for my studies. This one is mostly focused on a point-and-click movement controller. With my current system setup, the left mouse button is mostly focused on movement and interaction, whereas the right mouse button is focused on combat and attacking. Currently, there are no attacks set up yet, however, I have made it so that the RMB will interact with objects tagged as Enemy only as opposed to the ground layer for movement on the LMB, this also includes setting different stopping distances between the two actions. The RMB stopping distance is determined by the attacking range of the player, which the weapon would later on determine typed that the player has equipped. I have also set it up so that the player would follow the target selected by the RMB action, however, this can be canceled via the LMB action, I have not yet implemented the enemy response to being attacked, however, I have started setting up the states for it within the NPC controller script. Mostly I am planning to have two different states for NPCs that are being attacked, one that would fight to the death, and another that would fight up to a certain percentage of HP and then attempt to flee from the player. #studentGameDev #madeWithUnity #indieGameDev #gameDev

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Yea... I know I haven't being consistent in posting my progress on the UE market place projects. 😫 This the semi final summary of the project on Unreal Engine Link to ful project: https://lnkd.in/eMX6W7jT

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Why Spliced Inc. should be on your radar if we aren't already. Especially if you're a Lead or Principal VFX Artist that's already working with or is excited about generative AI. What NOT to expect: Stage after stage after stage, without knowing why you're moving forward. We love giving feedback and we help set you up for success instead of throwing you into the dark. Being kept in the dark about salary or package right until the end. Ever had an interview process to land an offer at the end of it that misses the mark by a mile? That's not how we operate. Here at Spliced Inc. you'll know exactly what the role could look like before you go into finals and that means everything from our benefits, salary, the project itself, onboarding and importantly, how we're going to set you up for success. Limited flexibility that's labelled flexible working. I've heard several stories recently from people who are considering a move due to being sold flex and remote/hybrid options, to be hit with a very different reality. At Spliced Inc, you make the choice. Whether it be fully remote, fully studio based or somewhere in between, it's up to you. You don't even need to tell us. We're hiring for a number of roles at the moment but my main priorities if you got this far (!) are Lead/Principal VFX Artist and Lead Game Designer. I'll post later/tomorrow on that second role but if you're interested in learning more on either position, send me a message. As always - shares appreciated for reach! Liam Howard Jerlyn ChaiGabriele Sanfilippo

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Are you an artist? Do you have opinions on AI being used in game development? My team at A16Z GAMES is trying to get more artist representation in their AI survey. We already have a good amount of responses from other disciplines but I'm sharing this because I personally feel it's important to capture all voices. If you have thoughts of any kind -- good, bad, or neutral -- I encourage you to share: https://lnkd.in/g2T7Pu3n

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I am very sorry to hear of two games layoff situations from 9/2/24: Tilting Point and Rocksteady Studios Ltd --- FOR THOSE AFFECTED - WELCOME TO AMIR SATVAT'S GAMES COMMUNITY "Number 1 For 'Games Jobs Resources'" - Google Search We will not rest until every gamer is employed. OUR TOOLS WORK - We reach over 400,000 unique viewers monthly and nearly 4,000,000 unique viewers annually across all platforms. - Our games community has facilitated over 2,500 jobs and 46,000 coaching conversations, the largest impact of any games individual or community in the universe. - Our data shows that we can double your job-seeking success from 6% to 12% on average for those who engage with all our tools over a multi-month period. - Over 20% of all trackable games jobs found touch some part of our community. - Always free (nothing wrong with those who charge; just our choice), always with love, and always without ulterior motives. AMIRSATVAT.COM - Our main hub offers 19 resources for games employment assistance with an uplifting, easy-to-use design. - Use our template for Games Org Support Posts (Category 4, Resource 13) to maximize the visibility of those affected at your games company. We have completed 105 posts highlighting over 2,500 candidates. Discord - Join us at discord.gg/amirsatvat, a complementary, live, games career support community with over 5,500 members. Currently open to new members. LinkedIn - Follow me and join the discussion here on LinkedIn, with over 95,000 members and 1-3 daily posts providing support and career assistance in the games industry, the largest Top Voice games community on the platform. How the Games Community Can Help - Spread the Word: Reshares and comments increase resource visibility. - Join Our Movement: Choose one or several of the 17 ways to help gamers on AMIRSATVAT.COM under "How You Can Help," or provide advice on Discord.

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DeamPlus Games Earned $12M+ IAP Revenue Amids “Hoa Hoa Hoa” Season 🍂 Game of Vampires: Twilight Sun, an empire-building RPG, is the ultimate vampire fantasy brought to life. 🌘 Gothic castles, luxurious dark interiors, a spooky atmosphere — and a ton of pop-culture references! From Twilight and The Vampire Diaries to Blade and The Addams Family — this game is packed with nostalgic nods that resonate with players through its ASO, ad creatives, and character design. 🧛‍♂️🏰 The right timing and a touch of luck drive this success even further: with the game’s global launch, the unexpected revival of the Twilight franchise came into play! Millennials are fueling it with nostalgia, while Gen Z is having fun with those cringy moments the old movies have. ✨🧛‍♀️ For a deep dive into this phenomenon and the insights game developers can draw from it, check out Diana Levintova's fantastic article for AppMagic. Halloween couldn’t be a better time to dive into the industry insights, spooky vibes, and, of course, “hoa hoa hoa” 🎃👻 Link in the comments! 👇

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Building this novel gameplay experience required amazing performance, rock-solid infrastructure, and innovative graphics. Learn how StickyLock used SubScenes, DOTS, HDRP, and a range of Unity’s Multiplayer Services in the backend to create this tough-to-nail mechanic: https://lnkd.in/gSVdp5wF

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I am very sorry to hear of three games layoff situations from 8/28/24 - 8/30/24: Ballistic Moon, Ouka Studios (parent NetEase Games), and Toadman Interactive --- FOR THOSE AFFECTED - WELCOME TO AMIR SATVAT'S GAMES COMMUNITY "Number 1 For 'Games Jobs Resources'" - Google Search We will not rest until every gamer is employed. OUR TOOLS WORK - We reach over 400,000 unique viewers monthly and nearly 4,000,000 unique viewers annually across all platforms. - Our games community has facilitated over 2,500 jobs and 46,000 coaching conversations, the largest impact of any games individual or community in the universe. - Our data shows that we can double your job-seeking success from 6% to 12% on average for those who engage with all our tools over a multi-month period. - Over 20% of all trackable games jobs found touch some part of our community. - Always free (nothing wrong with those who charge; just our choice), always with love, and always without ulterior motives. AMIRSATVAT.COM - Our main hub offers 19 resources for games employment assistance with an uplifting, easy-to-use design. - Use our template for Games Org Support Posts (Category 4, Resource 13) to maximize the visibility of those affected at your games company. We have completed 105 posts highlighting over 2,500 candidates. Discord - Join us at discord.gg/amirsatvat, a complementary, live, games career support community with over 5,500 members. Currently open to new members. LinkedIn - Follow me and join the discussion here on LinkedIn, with over 95,000 members and 1-3 daily posts providing support and career assistance in the games industry, the largest Top Voice games community on the platform. How the Games Community Can Help - Spread the Word: Reshares and comments increase resource visibility. - Join Our Movement: Choose one or several of the 17 ways to help gamers on AMIRSATVAT.COM under "How You Can Help," or provide advice on Discord.

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Friends, by your request, I am delighted to present Amir Satvat’s Games Community's 19th resource: New Games Roles. This will be renumbered as Category 3 (Role Listings), Resource #9. https://lnkd.in/d6x5NHMZ Let me explain what this is and how to use it. As you know, we already have Resource #8, our Games Jobs Workbook. However, that is a comprehensive, long-form document updated every 1-2 months, summarizing all jobs in the industry with great detail. Many of you, especially hiring managers and recruiters, regularly have new roles you want to share and make actionable for job seekers immediately. Until now, there was no immediate way to do this other than waiting for the next update of the Games Jobs Workbook. But now, I am providing a template (based on our members' feedback for targeted, actionable information) that you can populate and upload, and I’ve developed a program to process, clean, and compile these submissions a few times a week. Here’s how it works: 0. You can only submit video games industry roles. 1. Go to Resource #9 (https://lnkd.in/d6x5NHMZ) and simply fill out our form for each role. 2. Job seekers get to see your opportunities. To job seekers: As we populate this, you will have a living resource of new roles to complement our other resources. Please refrain from pinging me with loose posts or job description links or from sending me your submissions directly. Enjoy this resource, and stay tuned for Resource #20 (Seth Sivak’s guide on how to start new games companies) and Resource #21 (Surprise – to be announced), as well as significant updates to two of our existing resources.

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Know anyone that might know someone? Asking for a friend 👀 https://lnkd.in/g44DSCP8 #'s for the #'s #TheMattBarney #VideoGames #GameJobs #GameDevJobs #Unreal #UnrealEngine #GameEngineer #PrincipalEngineer #RemoteJobs #RemoteEngineeringJobs #RemoteEngineer

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Gamescom is upon us 🍻 glad to be back and moderate this key roundtable about "Game Discovery" together with a terrific panel of experts. Join us and participate - we're going to dive into lots of practical knowledge on how to do things, discuss, debate and share our daring opinions about what's missing, which trends to follow and what is the future of game discovery. From finding your key discovery hooks early, to developing strategies for marketing and community while utilizing a planning framework, all through researching & trying new tools, harnessing data, thinking outside the box, and developing a growth mindset. Come and ask these seasoned experts and myself everything you wanted to know. Erik Peterson - Biz Dev @ Steam Benoit Clerc - Head of Publishing @ Nacon (Robocop, Terminator, Greedfall 2) Charlotte Cook - Global Commercial @ Team 17 (Hell Let Loose, Overcooked! 2, Golf with Friends) Jeremy Fielding - Head of Community @ Stunlock Studios (V Rising) Gregory Queste - CEO @ Trailsparker and veteran brand marketing Tuesday 20.8 - 3pm - at Stage 13 More details: https://lnkd.in/dsgwJQZH

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A simple observation about voice production for games: It pays to embrace sourcing diverse talent early on. You’ll be much better prepared than if you rely on the same talent pools every time. Casting characters is sourcing diverse talent. Building believable worlds is sourcing diverse talent. Creating unique game experiences is sourcing diverse talent. When you’ve worked through finding fresh, diverse voices and know that challenge well? The process of building a truly immersive world becomes a lot easier.

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Tip for publishing consideration submission to Midwest Games... tldr - Send info through our portal (https://lnkd.in/gWtKgpuU), not through email (or LI). I get that it's a little counter-intuitive...you might think you want to put your info right in front of the sourcing decision influencers' faces. But it's actually a disadvantage - especially those of you who are agents throwing multiple titles at us at once. The submission portal goes right to our database, and that database is there for a reason: to keep an organized and consistent record of all submissions in one place. I look through there all the time. I'm reminded of titles I may have overlooked or need to go back to consider as circumstances change all the time. We rarely, if ever, make immediate decisions or even quick deep review/consideration. Our factors for consideration shift regularly. I do not review your particular email regularly, or at some point even remember you sent one. I go to the database. Connection via other channels is good. Discussion about your game over other channels is good. But having your core game info in those channels is not good. Please use the submission portal!

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