Category: Game Development

You’re developing a multiplayer game, but aren’t certain about how to efficiently host, scale, and monitor the game server fleet globally. You’re also thinking about how to place sessions efficiently around the world for the best player experience. Building the required infrastructure from scratch can be overwhelming. We recommend Amazon GameLift Servers, a fully managed […]

According to internet lore, an intern created the first version of digital Solitaire in 1990, and the classic game quickly became a PC operating system staple. Similarly, in 2007, John Battagline, an intern with some time to spare, found his computer only had essential programs, no games. So, he built a Flash-based version of Solitaire […]

Impressive turnout at the devcom developer conference and gamescom this year underscored a thriving video game industry. Held in Cologne, Germany, both events reported record-breaking attendance for 2025, with developer-centric devcom receiving 5,400 visitors and consumer-focused gamescom attracting 357,000 attendees. The Amazon Web Services (AWS) for Games team was out in full force, hosting insightful […]

In today’s gaming landscape, milliseconds can mean the difference between victory and defeat. Games have transformed from standalone experiences to always-on, live services. These services handle real-time multiplayer interactions, robust social features, and continual updates to meet the demands of players. Dynamic services need fast, reliable and secure backend infrastructure to deliver seamless experiences globally. […]

In the fast-paced gaming industry, successful studios utilize real player data to drive game development. Data-driven insights create powerful feedback loops to refine game features, optimize monetization strategies, detect cheaters, and improve performance. This empowers developers to improve player experiences and drive growth. Despite recognizing the value of analytics, many game studios grapple with limited […]

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is headed to Cologne, Germany, this month for two of the gaming industry’s biggest events, devcom Developer Conference and gamescom, held August 17-19 and August 20-24, respectively, at  Koelnmesse. There, the AWS for Games team will share advancements that are helping developers build, run, and grow their games with enthusiasts and industry […]

Players expect instant, click-to-play experiences across any device, and Amazon GameLift Streams helps customers build these experiences for games and streaming application use cases. While playing video games traditionally relies on the Windows operating system, Amazon GameLift Streams can run Windows-based games, or applications, on a Windows or Proton runtime. Proton is a compatibility layer […]

Multiplayer games have evolved from pure session-based and traditional massively multiplayer online games (MMOs) to newer online experiences that combine persistent and session-based elements. Games such as Destiny 2 and Rust are great examples of this. The persistent gameplay can be “hubs” or “home worlds” that players wander in and interact with, then launch into […]

In-game generative AI is enabling new player experiences. However, implementing AI-driven features in games can be challenging due to latency and device computing power. We’ll explore one innovative solution: leveraging players’ mobile devices to run small language models (SLM) as companion applications. Instead of integrating SLM features directly into resource-constrained game environments, consider developing a […]

Imagine running graphically intense 3D applications instantly in your web browser, with no downloads or powerful hardware required. That’s the magic of pixel streaming, a game-changing technology that’s revolutionizing how businesses deliver immersive digital experiences. While traditionally complex and costly to implement, Amazon GameLift Streams is making this powerful capability accessible to companies of all […]