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Introduction This blog covers how to deploy your own personal Minecraft Java server on AWS. Hosting your server on AWS can eliminate common networking challenges and security concerns associated with at-home servers. Because you have control over the virtual machine, you can configure any mods or plugins that you want. We will use Amazon Elastic […]

thatgamecompany (TGC) is a renowned game development studio celebrated for its distinctive approach to creating emotionally engaging games that foster human connections. The company creates titles such as fl0w, Flower, Journey, and Sky: Children of the Light within the studio’s ethos: nurturing positive human interactions, fostering empathy, and generating experiences of inclusivity and understanding between […]

When game developer and publisher Milestone released a third-person racing game based on Mattel’s Hot Wheels toy line, “Hot Wheels Unleashed,” in September 2021, it quickly gained a dedicated following. The game sold more than one million copies in less than three months, making it Milestone’s fastest-selling title ever. By April 2023, Milestone had sold […]

The cloud can greatly benefit members of the game industry. It provides a robust and secure development and hosting environment with the latest in computing technology. AWS offers Intel, AMD, ARM, and Nvidia processors combined with an on-demand cost structure. This means developers have computing power when they need it with minimal upfront investment. This […]

Riot Games, the developer behind League of Legends (LoL), VALORANT, and Wild Rift, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) will introduce ‘Win Probability’ within the upcoming 2023 League of Legends World Championship broadcast. Analyzing key data points throughout gameplay, the ‘Win Probability’ stat is designed to educate and inform fans as to how teams […]

Today, more players are accessing the latest video game releases online as digital downloads, instead of heading into a brick-and-mortar store. This shift has reduced steps between game developers and end users, enabling players to access the latest titles and downloadable game updates from the comfort of their homes. Now, Ryu Games is taking the […]

The advent of cloud computing has enabled several companies to reinvent themselves, either by increasing the value they offer to customers or by creating new businesses. This digital transformation wave affected several industries, from retail to healthcare, from hospitality to financial services. Gaming companies, both developers and publishers, have also aimed to capitalize on the […]

Introduction User authentication and authorization is a critical aspect of almost any application. For mobile games in particular, managing the authentication and authorization of your players can pose some unique challenges. Some of these challenges relate to the use of mobile devices themselves. Other challenges relate to securing the many backend systems a modern mobile […]

Unreal Fest, the annual developer conference organized by Epic Games, the company behind Unreal Engine (UE), returns to New Orleans October 3—5 for three days of speaking sessions, hands-on workshops, and specialized industry tracks. The conference brings together game developers, designers, artists, and professionals across industries to gain deeper insights into the latest technologies, learn […]

Introduction Game developers constantly seek innovative ways to create more interactive multiplayer experiences. However, with increasing player expectations, rising game production costs, and growing competition, studios face the challenge of balancing game performance and profitability. Game developers from studios of various sizes tell us that reducing operational costs without compromising player experiences is a top priority […]