Kotaku senior reporter Mike Fahey got the chance to play Defiant Development’s recently launched Hand of Fate, a title that blends action-RPG features with elements of board and collectible card games. Fahey praises the game’s innovative concept and immersive atmosphere, calling the title “the sort of hybrid deck-building game that could Read more…
Red Thomas, on behalf of MMORPG.com, got the opportunity to play Desert Owl Games’ Pox Nora at this year’s PAX South. He praises the tactical turn-based strategy title for its strong community and complex, engaging gameplay. To read the full article, visit http://www.mmorpg.com/gamelist.cfm/game/756/feature/9339/PoxNora-The-Game-I-Should-Have-Played.html
Brian Crecente of Polygon covered Intel’s initiative focused on inclusivity and diversity in the tech and gaming industries. One of Intel’s partners is our client the International Game Developers Association. Kate Edwards, executive director, IGDA, said, “the program’s goal is to double the amount of women working in the game Read more…
Mike Futter at Game Informer covered the announcement of Stellar, a roguelike space shooter by Dog Eat Dog Games that will come to PCs in 2016. He discusses the game’s blend of elements from classic 2D shooters and modern games. To read the full article, visit http://www.gameinformer.com/games/stellar/b/pc/archive/2015/01/12/dog-eat-dog-s-stellar-blends-space-combat-with-mega-man-s-weapon-stealing-skills.aspx
Kate Edwards, executive director, IGDA was celebrated as one of GamesIndustry International’s People of the Year in 2014. Her inclusion on the list is due to her advocacy work on behalf of game developers, with GamesIndustry International noting, “under the leadership of Kate Edwards in her second full year as Read more…
Matt Cabral at IGN spent some time with Defiant Development’s Hand of Fate and tried his luck against the game’s mysterious card dealer and combative foes. He calls the game “an intriguing blend of deckbuilding, roguelike elements, and RPG-flavored action.” To read the full article, visit http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/12/16/hands-of-fate-arkham-action-meets-deck-building
Stride PR, a new PR company for the video game industry, is now open for business. Penny Arcade, the IGDA and Defiant Development have already committed to working with Stride PR. Kate Edwards, executive director, IGDA went on the record regarding Stride PR’s CEO saying, “Rob’s knowledge of the industry, specifically English speaking game media, Read more…