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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 1d

Video games are more than fun 🧡

In partnership with global trade associations 24,000 players were surveyed across 21 countries to produce the latest #PowerOfPlay report, revealing that video games boost mental health, foster connection, and sharpen minds. Explore here:

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Global Report: Video Games Transcend Entertainment, Affect Positive Change in Players’ Lives

Video games affirmed as a source of connection, stress relief and mental stimulation in one of the largest consumer surveys

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

Playing video games bring joy #NZPlays25

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

The majority of gamers in NZ play with other people #NZPlays25

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

Parents let their children play video games as the kids enjoy it and there are learning opportunities #NZPlays25

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

Parents play games with children for many reasons, overwhelmingly to connect #NZPlays25

Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

According to #NZPlays25 the top game genres enjoyed by Kiwis are action/adventure, puzzle and board/card

Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

47% of NZ gamers are women #NZPlays25

Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

80% of gamers in NZ are aged over 18 #NZPlays25

Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

Playing games is more than a mainstream entertainment activity in NZ. 81% of Kiwis play. #NZPlays25

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 18d

Thanks to the @nzgda.bsky.social for having us at #NZGDC and presenting #NZPlays25. You can download the report here: igea.net/2025/09/new-...

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 19d

Nine out of ten NZ households are playing video games in 2025.
Our #NZPlays25 study with Bond University shows people play games for fun and to experience joy.

Families play games together for connection and education:
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New Zealand children and parents love playing video games together

NZ Plays 2025 report reveals parents see video games as a positive force in learning, connection and creativity New

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Indie Dev Digest ANZ @indiedigest.dev · 22d

Octobers gigantic Indie Dev Digest is coming up!

I intend to send out the mailing list right before October kick off - so please get your submissions in if you have an event during MIGW or SXSW or for October in general!

indiedigest.dev#shareurls

The Indie Dev Digest

A monthly newsletter for digital game developers across Australia and New Zealand, primarily in the independent games space.

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Frosty Games 🍦 @frostygamesfest.com · 22d

In case you missed it... Frosty is coming back this December 🍦🥳

We’ll be featuring exclusive reveals, announcements, and updates from upcoming and recently released games made in Australia & Aotearoa. Dev submissions open NOW and close in 1 week, on Sep 30! ⤵️

forms.gle/tt8y9N1dPweS...

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Gianni Di Giovanni @gdig.bsky.social · 26d

ACMI today opens Game Worlds a big exhibition featuring Silksong WoW Sim City. I spoke to Dean Ravenola from Neopets and Robin Walker original developer on Team Fortress alongside Beth Johnson, ACMI Curator for a look at the exhibit. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

This Aussie game broke the internet. A new exhibit reveals how it was made

An exhibition at Melbourne's ACMI will pull back the curtain on how iconic games like Hollow Knight Silksong, Team Fortress, Neopets and Sim City were made.

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · 28d

Congrats Jini. Can't wait to see it!

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David Smith @rhunwords.com · 29d

Said when I started on Gamer that I was gonna get some games coverage on ABC News this year and today I did it www.instagram.com/reel/DOnEJdN...

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Lisy Kane 🔜 SXSW GSTAR @lisykane.com · 29d

Aiming to confirm speakers by Thursday 18th September so last call to get your subs in:

forms.gle/DHyKJL5kQSJU...

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Checkpoint Gaming @checkpointau.bsky.social · Sep 10

The finalists for the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards have been announced, with the awards ceremony to be held on the 8th of October 2025. @igea.bsky.social

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2025 Australian Game Developer Awards finalists announced

The finalists for the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards (AGDAs) have been announced. Check out what games have been nominated.

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Haughty Chicken @haughtychicken.bsky.social · Sep 10

The Australia Plays report this year has some very interesting data surrounding Australian gamers. Prepared by @igea.bsky.social and Bond University, it highlights the importance of gaming to Australians and how many of us love it. #Gaming

Text from the Australia Plays 25 report stating that 51% of Australian gamers are women.

Text from the Australia Plays 25 report stating that Australian adults play games for mental wellbeing to assist in building resilience, managing stress and building self-confidence.

Text from the Australia Plays 25 report stating that 35 is the average age of video game players in Australia.

Text from the Australia Plays 25 report stating that 82% of Australians play video games.

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Ian MacLarty @ianmaclarty.com · Sep 10

Very proud that Mars First Logistics is a finalist in 3 categories at this year's Australian Game Developer Awards:
- Excellence in Visual Art
- Excellence in Gameplay
- and Game of the Year!!
agdas.com.au/2025-finalis...

Finalists Announced for the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards - The Australian Game Developer Awards

Wednesday 10 September, IGEA celebrates the finalists for the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards (AGDAs). In a year of record...

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Dave Lloyd 💾 Powerhoof @dave.powerhoof.com · Sep 10

The Drifter is up for six awards in the AGDAs! :O :O :O

The Australian Game Developer Awards (The AGDAs) @agdas.bsky.social · Sep 10

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉

IGEA celebrates the finalists for the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards. This years finalists feature hit titles from talented teams. We are certain you can find a few favourites in this list.

Read more, and some exciting news about this years hosts: agdas.com.au/2025-finalis...

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Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) @igea.bsky.social · Sep 10

Check out these phenomenal aussie games!

The Australian Game Developer Awards (The AGDAs) @agdas.bsky.social · Sep 10

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉

IGEA celebrates the finalists for the 2025 Australian Game Developer Awards. This years finalists feature hit titles from talented teams. We are certain you can find a few favourites in this list.

Read more, and some exciting news about this years hosts: agdas.com.au/2025-finalis...

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Callum Uwunderwood @callum.uwu.biz · Sep 4

Hello I am on the panel for this!

I am representing Kepler for anything that leans AA or a little bit different, and Uwu Biz for very small finishing funds 🧡

Games Connect Asia Pacific (GCAP) @gcapconf.bsky.social · Sep 4

Applications are now open for GCAP Pitch 2025, thanks to VicScreen.

GCAP Pitch is the chance to pitch directly to a panel of experienced games investors and publishers – as well as a live audience – showcasing your game and receiving invaluable advice and feedback.

gcap.com.au/gcap-pitch-2...

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Jini Maxwell @astroblob.bsky.social · Sep 5

Silksong is out today - and I am so excited to share my deep-dive into the game's development.
I spoke with Team Cherry about Silksong's design, its origins, and the creative principles that drive their work. I'm thrilled to share it:

Interview with Team Cherry for Hollow Knight Silkson

From Ludum Dare beginnings to the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong, explore Team Cherry’s creative journey in this in-depth interview tracing their career.

www.acmi.net.au

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