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'High score' for New Zealand's thriving gaming sector

'High score' for New Zealand's thriving gaming sector

New Zealand's game development industry has achieved its highest ever exports, reaching $323.9 million, a 59% increase from 2019.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2020

NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets

NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets

The industry could potentially be worth $1 billion dollars by 2025 if it continues its 39% average annual growth.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020

Govt support could turn NZ's game industry into billion-dollar boom

Govt support could turn NZ's game industry into billion-dollar boom

Government backing could transform New Zealand's gaming sector into a USD $1 billion powerhouse within five years, a new report suggests.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2019

NZ's game development industry is booming - and it needs you

NZ's game development industry is booming - and it needs you

New Zealand's game development industry is booming, with both exports and employment in the sector climbing rapidly over the last year.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Aug 2018

Robot battle game 'Grabity' takes out top spot in KiwiGameStarter programme

Robot battle game 'Grabity' takes out top spot in KiwiGameStarter programme

Kiwi game developers 'Team Ninja Thumbs' are soaring to new heights, after their game 'Grabity' scored the top spot in the KiwiGameStarter contest.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2016

NZ gaming industry in need of startup companies

NZ gaming industry in need of startup companies

New Zealand video game industry grows, with 134 new jobs created and revenue of $78.7m in FY2015, according to @nzgda.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2015