GameDevelopers Review is a hotspot for gamers, with a primary focus on highlighting the local Irish game development industry. We put the spotlight on local game studios and startups, sharing their stories, celebrating their milestones, and giving gamers a view into Ireland’s bustling games scene.
From award winning studios that have gone on to achieve global fame to the breakout indie creators, we cover every studio that is worth following and exploring. Whether you are a gamer searching for your next favourite game, or a fellow collaborator who wants some inspiration, GameDevelopers Review is the place to get what you are after. We are constantly on the lookout for emerging studios and breakout titles that have the makings of a classic, and here you can keep up to speed with the best Irish games and studios.
One of our main missions is to bring key Irish game studios to your attention. Ireland has a thriving games development community, with new studios cropping up and bigger established companies releasing titles on a regular basis. We don’t only stick to big name brands or games that are globally recognised and praised either. GameDevelopers Review digs deep into the latest happenings and movements in the local scene, picking out projects that we believe have good potential to grow.
We value creative interpretations, technological innovativity, and originality in games, and don’t discriminate based on the size of a company or any lack of experience or credentials. Passion projects, startups and solo creations are just as important as the multi-brand collabs and blockbuster titles.
Our features help you identify the key creators who are driving the Irish industry forward, and ones to watch who could be on the brink of global stardom.
Ireland has produced many exceptional games, from captivating and easy to pick up mobile games, to full on video games with entire storylines, memorable characters, and inventive gameplay elements. If you want to learn about all these games, you have come to the right place. We don’t just focus on the studios behind the games, but also pick out titles in their own right, and give players all the information they need about these games.
GameDevelopers Review profiles games for all platforms, showcasing titles that stand out from the crowd. We don’t have a particular favourite taste or niche, we are a team of game enthusiasts who play all genres, themes and styles. In our reviews, you can learn about the entirety of any given Irish game or game project. If you just want a quick selling pitch or a run-through of the main highlights, we’ve got you covered. Should you want more information about the background, feel of the game, replayability, and best platform to enjoy the title, then you can read our in-depth reviews.
Defining the experience of playing any game is a highly subjective topic. It requires a deeper appreciation of specific themes, experience with comparable games within the same genre, and a marvel for the technological inventiveness that powers the title.
Dedicated gaming fans ourselves, we bring all these minutiae to your attention in our game reviews, and help you gain a better understanding of what each game comprises. We don’t want to tell you to play one game or avoid another, but instead describe the feel and play of the title. That way, you can decide whether or not you want to try it out.
Behind every game and all Irish studios, there is a story. We share these stories in our profile and company journey content, telling the tale of how they started, what games they have produced, and the people behind the games.
From a player’s perspective, it gives a deeper understanding of the company’s resources, preferred platforms, and what types of genres or features they cover in their games. If you like any of their games, you can trace their other titles and give them a try, or follow up and see what other projects they have in the pipeline.
From a creator’s point of view, these are stories of inspiration and perhaps can give useful insights into how to break onto the scene. Not all game developer studios in Ireland are the product of big company mergers or formed by well-established individuals. There are plenty of examples where programmers and developers started small, possibly with startup loans or crowdfunding, to launch their first game. Some hit the ground running with that first title, others had to keep going until they made their breakout title.
The journey of a game developer studio can serve as the inspiration needed for local talents to make projects of their own, and give players a better appreciation for their unique offerings.
GameDevelopers Review is constantly vigilant to any breaking news in the industry. There is almost always something happening, be it major studio announcements, investment and funding news, industry trends, local events, or insights from the local community. If there is any topical news regarding the Irish games development industry, you will definitely hear about it from GameDevelopers Review.
Staying up to date with these trends is essential to game developers, creators and investors alike. Players can also benefit from keeping an ear to the ground and observing any trends in public sentiment or important game studio announcements.
Gamers, creators, and anyone with a passion for gaming can always benefit from learn about local events, seminars, and other happenings within the Irish game developers community. You can easily get involved and keep up with the latest happenings, perhaps even get insights into unreleased content and peeks into new technological innovations.
GameDevelopers Review points you towards these happenings, so you can get active and become part of the movement. If you don’t have the time or are not available to actively participate, don’t worry. We also cover these events and give you insider insights into everything new and exciting.
As passionate gamers ourselves, an integral part of our mission is to bring Irish games to your attention and give you a myriad of options to browse through. Whether you are drawn by gothic horror, adrenaline-charged racing games, family-friendly games on the go, or experimental indie creations, GameDevelopers Review delivers on all fronts.
We praise local talents and encourage players to look at quality Irish-made titles that offer fresh ideas and unique styles. There are plenty of classics to explore, and we are certain you will find your next favourite game among Ireland’s very best.