Different playtesters uncover different problems. This practical guide explains when to use cold testers, genre fans, newcomers, input specialists, experienced reviewers, or a larger testing group.
AI is already in phones, cameras, writing tools, design apps, music software, game engines, store pages, and probably half the tools people use without even thinking about it. So maybe the real question is not whether AI touched the work, but whether the final work is honest.
Red Rover Interactive has confirmed that Enginefall is moving to 2027, with 22 people affected by layoffs as the studio continues development after Steam Next Fest feedback.
Global Game Jam has announced GGJ Micro-Missions, a new pilot program backed by the Endless Foundation that will support indie studios and emerging game talent through paid short-form projects in art, audio, and QA.
Fix Access explains why PR and press outreach still matter for game developers and publishers, covering creator targeting, Steam visibility, launch timing, wishlists, and why communication needs to start before release.
Originally released as Skiptrace, Evans Kofi’s solo-developed Android platformer has been renamed Tenlands: Run, Jump, Survive after the former title became difficult to find through Google Play searches. His original Fix Stories account explains how he built and released the game alone in Ghana.
Fail Fail Succeed launches on Steam today, and solo developer Martin Zetterman speaks with Fix Gaming Channel about failure, mental health, solo development, and the real dog Eira behind the game’s quiet comfort.
Indie developers often think about trailers, Steam pages, reviews, and outreach before launch, but the numbers matter too. Fix Access explains why launch math, pricing, and break-even planning should be part of release preparation.
Lawn Mowing Simulator 2 funding is under pressure after a suspicious pledge disappeared, leaving the campaign closer to its true support level.
Fix Access breaks down the difference between playtesting and deeper analysis, explaining why careful, hands-on feedback can often reveal more than volume alone.
API appears constantly in tools, dashboards, plugins, and docs. This plain-English guide explains what an API is and why indie developers keep running into the term.
s&box once felt hard to pin down when Facepunch spoke with Fix Gaming Channel at Gamescom. In 2026, the project is much easier to explain as a Source 2-powered platform built around creating, sharing, and playing community-made games.
Exkee discusses Rescue Ops: Wildfire, firefighter collaboration, public playtest feedback, solo and co-op balancing, and the challenge of simulating large-scale wildfire response.
Epic Games announced layoffs affecting more than 1,000 employees, with CEO Tim Sweeney citing slower Fortnite engagement, wider industry pressure, and a need to reduce spending rather than AI-driven restructuring.
Matt Essom joins our Art in Games series to talk colour, inspiration, AI art, UFC 4, and the state of the games industry.
