Australia’s game development education sector has grown rapidly over the past six years, reflecting the broader expansion of the country’s interactive entertainment industry. According to recent data, the Australian games sector generated $284.4 million in revenue and added 770 new jobs in 2022, bringing the workforce to more than 2,100 full-time professionals...
As of July 31, 2025, QingCi Games, one of China's leading game developers, has officially established its international studio, UltraPlayers, right in the heart of Melbourne’s bustling CBD. This significant move underscores Victoria’s ever-growing reputation as a global hub for digital games innovation and investment, enhancing Melbourne’s standing in the international gaming landscape...
As of July 2025, the Interactive Games & Entertainment Association (IGEA) has officially launched Game On Australia, an innovative new resource aimed at boosting Australia's local game development industry. The new website serves as a one-stop platform to assist local studios in accessing funding opportunities, while showcasing Australian gaming creativity to a global audience...
As 2024 draws to a close, Australia’s game development industry finds itself at a critical juncture. Having weathered the global challenges of the past year relatively unscathed, the sector now faces an existential question: Should it double down on its self-sufficient model or expand its horizons to become a more integrated player in the global gaming market?
