KitBash3D Unreal Launch 🚀, UK Safety Act 📜, Steam AI Trend 🤖
🚀 Unreal Engine Advancements
KitBash3D Launches High-Performance Gameplay Ready Kits for Unreal Engine 5
KitBash3D has unveiled a new line of Gameplay Ready Kits optimized for Unreal Engine 5, designed to deliver high visual quality with exceptional performance. Featuring up to 82% fewer draw calls and 84% less mesh memory usage, these kits fully support Nanite and offer customizable assets for quick iteration. Covering sci-fi and fantasy genres, the Kits provide a production-ready foundation tailored specifically for real-time game development.
Navigating the UK Online Safety Act: What Game Developers Must Know
The UK's Online Safety Act (OSA) takes full effect July 25, 2025, imposing legal duties on all games reaching UK users, especially children. Developers must implement highly effective age verification and restrict inappropriate content access to comply or face costly fines. While complex, the legislation prioritizes user safety and sets a global benchmark for future regulations. Acting now can safeguard your players and futureproof your business in an evolving regulatory landscape.
🎮 Upcoming Events and Trends
Gamescom 2025 Gears Up to Break Records with Massive Lineup and New Features
Gamescom 2025 is set to be its biggest yet, with exhibitor bookings already 11% ahead of last year. The event welcomes heavyweights like EA, Disney+, Netflix, and Tencent alongside an expanded venue including new halls for indie games and public entertainment. A helpful mobile location finder will debut to navigate the sprawling Koelnmesse, while Opening Night Live promises to showcase the first reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. Expect an exciting, packed experience from August 20-25.
Generative AI Now Disclosed in 7% of Steam Games — A Rising Trend
Generative AI adoption in Steam games has surged dramatically, with 7% of the platform’s library now disclosing its use, up from just 1.1% in 2024. Visual asset generation dominates, but AI is also used for audio, narrative, marketing, and even game logic. While many developers embrace transparency, controversies like undisclosed AI text by 11-Bit Studios highlight the ongoing challenges around AI ethics and disclosure in game development.
🛠️ Game Development Insights
Godot’s Rise: How Open Source is Powering the Indie Game Engine Revolution
Once a niche project, Godot has soared in popularity since Unity’s recent setbacks, doubling its community and contributions. Its open-source nature offers developers ownership and flexibility not found in proprietary engines, making it a compelling choice for indies. With major improvements in version 4.0 and a booming ecosystem, Godot is becoming the go-to engine for creators seeking a stable, customizable, and truly collaborative game development platform.
Choosing Your Engine: Unity, Unreal, and Indie Game Dev Secrets
Discover the gritty reality of developing a 3D FPS game with Unity and Unreal, directly from Sterling Rank, co-creator of the hit game "Ready or Not." This insightful discussion reveals the challenges and considerations when choosing a game engine, offering valuable advice for indie developers aiming for top-notch visuals and performance.