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"Baldur's Gate 3 Devs Speak Out at DICE Awards Amid Industry Gathering"
gaming2 years ago

"Baldur's Gate 3 Devs Speak Out at DICE Awards Amid Industry Gathering"

Larian Studios, the developer of Baldur's Gate 3, used their DICE Awards acceptance speech to address the challenges in the gaming industry, acknowledging the fear and difficulties faced by developers. They emphasized the importance of prioritizing player needs over shareholder interests and encouraged perseverance. Despite owning a 30% stake, they stressed the focus on building a community and creating fun games for long-term success.

"Baldur's Gate 3 Developers Speak Out on Industry Challenges at DICE Awards"
video-games2 years ago

"Baldur's Gate 3 Developers Speak Out on Industry Challenges at DICE Awards"

Baldur's Gate 3 developers used their Game of the Year win at the DICE Awards to address the state of the game industry, emphasizing the importance of developers and player experience. They spoke out against the industry's treatment of developers and the focus on shareholder value, highlighting their commitment to creating games based on player feedback and fun rather than maximizing profits. This message was well-received and stood in contrast to recent layoffs and studio closures in the industry.

"DICE Awards 2024: Celebrating Game Developers and Defying Industry Pressures"
gaming2 years ago

"DICE Awards 2024: Celebrating Game Developers and Defying Industry Pressures"

The 27th annual DICE Awards celebrated game developers and their achievements, with Baldur's Gate 3 winning Game of the Year. Larian Studios used their acceptance speech to highlight the importance of building a community and creating fun games, taking a direct shot at Embracer Group's focus on maximizing shareholder value. The event also honored industry legends and provided a platform for developers to address industry challenges, emphasizing the human aspect of game development and the need for recognition.

"Baldur's Gate 3 Devs Speak Out Against Industry Climate at DICE Awards"
gaming2 years ago

"Baldur's Gate 3 Devs Speak Out Against Industry Climate at DICE Awards"

Larian Studios' leadership spoke out at the DICE Awards, emphasizing the value of developers and community building while criticizing microtransactions and companies beholden to shareholders. The studio's success with Baldur's Gate 3, a game without predatory monetization, is attributed to their majority shareholder status and independence from design interference. The team's advocacy for industry talent comes in the wake of widespread layoffs, and they recently released a significant patch for the game.

"Zelda, Spider-Man, and Street Fighter Triumph at 27th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards"
entertainmentgaming2 years ago

"Zelda, Spider-Man, and Street Fighter Triumph at 27th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards"

The 27th annual D.I.C.E. Awards honored the best games and creators of the last year, with Baldur’s Gate 3 winning Game of the Year and several other accolades, and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 walking away with six awards. Additionally, legendary Nintendo composer Koji Kondo was inducted into the AIAS Hall of Fame during the ceremony.

"2024 D.I.C.E. Awards: Zelda, Street Fighter 6, and Spider-Man 2 Triumph"
entertainmentgaming2 years ago

"2024 D.I.C.E. Awards: Zelda, Street Fighter 6, and Spider-Man 2 Triumph"

The 27th D.I.C.E. Awards honored the best video games of 2023, with Baldur's Gate 3 winning Game of the Year and multiple awards, while Marvel's Spider-Man 2 led with six wins. Other highlights included Alan Wake 2, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and Street Fighter 6. Koji Kondo was inducted into the D.I.C.E. Hall of Fame for his legendary work as a Nintendo composer and sound director.