Kiwi-made games industry grew by 86% last year: survey
The NZ-made games industry grew by 86 per cent in 2012 to touch $36.3 million, according to an survey of New Zealand Game Developers Association (NZGDA) members.
The NZ-made games industry grew by 86 per cent in 2012 to touch $36.3 million, according to an survey of New Zealand Game Developers Association (NZGDA) members.
New Zealanders in their 40s and 50s make up the largest group of new gamers in the last two years, and those aged 51 and over now make up close to a fifth of the gaming population.
The local gaming industry is experiencing a growth in staff numbers, according to a survey by the New Zealand Game Developers Association (NZGDA).
Toshiba, Sony and Sony Computer Entertainment have announced plans to form a US$924 million (NZ$1.16 billion) joint venture to manufacture high-performance computer chips.
Apple may have its eye on the gaming market.
Packeteer has released software plug-ins for its WAN optimisation gear so it can identify and control instant messaging, video and online gaming gear.
Next-gen console will be unveiled on May 12