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The latest Contracts coverage curated for game developers.

'I have been hunted down by HR reps, lawyers, and comms people:' Developers discuss the pain and prevalence of side work clauses

Side-work clauses are drawing fresh scrutiny as developers say they can chill creativity far beyond the day job. Workers describe HR, legal, and comms pressure over everything from indie prototypes …

News Game Developer · 1 month, 4 weeks ago
UK union launches free resource to decode video game writing contracts

The Writers' Guild of Great Britain has launched a free guide aimed at helping game writers and studios decode contract terms before they sign. The move follows a rise in …

News Game Developer · 2 months, 1 week ago
Outersloth shares contract terms and game funding lessons for sickos

Outersloth, the studio behind Among Us, has invested nearly $20 million in 24 projects over four years, sharing valuable insights on contract terms and funding strategies. This experience is crucial …

News Game Developer · 6 months, 2 weeks ago
Manor Lords publisher Hooded Horse's CEO argues game agreements violate contract principles

Tim Bender, CEO of Hooded Horse, critiques standard game agreements for violating efficient contract principles. This perspective raises important considerations for developers, particularly in how contracts can impact their creative …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 8 months ago
Contracts for game actors are a nightmare in the UK

The recent SAG-AFTRA strike resolution has clarified contracts for game actors in the US, addressing pay scales and AI use. However, UK contracts remain problematic, highlighting a need for better …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 9 months, 3 weeks ago