GMTK Digest (November 2024)

Only one game matters this month...

Hello gamers! You'll have to forgive me for being a little self indulgent on this one (starting with the header image!) - it's not every day you release your own video game on Steam.

But there was more to November than just Mind Over Magnet (though it certainly didn't feel that way!). So let's take a moment to remember the headlines, new releases, and must-read articles in your handy GMTK Digest.

Headlines

Sony Working on Handheld Console for PS5 Games to Rival Switch - File this one under rumour, but Bloomberg is reporting that Sony's got a new PSP up its sleeve. And Microsoft wants to make a portable, too.

The Game Awards Nominees Revealed - I find it hard to care about The Game Awards, but it's been fun to see gamer dorks getting heated about Balatro as a game of the year contender. Why not! It's great!

Trump’s Proposed Tariffs Will Hit Gamers Hard - If Trump goes through with his promise to slap mega tariffs on Chinese imports then Americans will see big price tags on consoles and peripherals.

Valve sets new guidelines for devs selling season passes on Steam - A consumer friendly system from Valve will see players getting an automatic refund if developers take too long to deliver on season pass promises. Nice.