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ANTI SOCIAL NEWS

No Anti-Social planned for this month, but stay tuned for more coming soon.

GAMES HUB NEWS

Games Industry Census  

Please if you haven't already, fill this census in as it really helps them know where the industry is and how it's doing. Lots of games companies have already filled it in.

What is the census?

The first UK Games Industry census was a landmark analysis of diversity in the industry. It provided the most authoritative profile of the demographic make-up of the industry's workforce. 

The census is a fully anonymous survey. It is quick and easy to participate in, taking less than ten minutes to complete, and every response helps us build a better picture of the industry. 

The link to the census is here. 

What's new this year? 

We've expanded the census to ask further questions in a couple of additional areas, with widened focus on working patterns and access needs. This will improve the scope of the data and give us a more nuanced and detailed picture of how the industry looks today. 

Why is the census important?  

Collecting this data and comparing it to figures from other sectors, national datasets and previous censuses has huge implications for tracking and improving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in the games sector.   

This helps us to understand true picture of EDI in the UK games industry, helping the entire industry see the areas where it can progress and opportunities to celebrate work done so far.  

Ndemic Creations

It's been exciting times at Ndemic Creations as after four years of development, multiple big content updates and a trip to the Afghanistan Embassy, Rebel Inc: Escalation has left Early Access! 

In addition, we released VS Multiplayer for Rebel Inc: Escalation! VS Multiplayer lets players take control of the Insurgency in their opponent’s Region to try and topple their government, while still trying to stabilise their own!

Next up is a series of Official Scenarios, which we are very excited to share as it's allowed the team to really get creative and use all the tools of the game to their maximum potential.

And finally, we've launched Plague Inc: The Cure on consoles, for the first time players, will be able to save the world, from the comfort of their living rooms!

Brewmaster Closed Alpha



Brewmaster Closed Alpha - We're having a closed alpha for our beer brewing simulator. Instructions below for anyone who'd like to take part:
The Brewmaster alpha is a small sample of the game which will let you play around with some equipment and ingredients and brew a beer recipe from start to finish. 

To sign yourself up:
  • Step 1: Sign up to the closed alpha here
  • Step 2: We'll send you a Brewmaster Alpha code and email with instructions near the Alpha date
  • Step 3: Log into Steam and redeem your code
  • Step 4: Join our Discord which we’ll be running during the alpha for help, support, and questions
  • Step 5: Play the Brewmaster closed alpha
  • Step 6: We’ll send a survey to players once it’s over
  • Step 7: Fill in the survey and help us improve our game

GAMES HUB DESK ALERT! 

We are open and have spaces at the hub, so if you want to rent a desk space, or know anyone who would, then contact info@bristolgameshub.com for more information and spread the word to local games devs.
HELLO THERE! Do you have any exciting development news you'd like us to put in next month's newsletter? Get in touch - contact details down at the bottom...

EVENTS

ESI London, 8-9 November - ESI is back with two days of networking, education debate and play in the nation's capital. Use ESIUKIE code for discount.  Sign up here.

Video Game Ambassadors: Connecting Educators with Industry, multiple dates - Join Brandon of Into Games to learn how to use the Video Game Ambassadors, a free digital platform run by Into Games that connects real-world opportunities connecting young people with the UK games industry. Sign up here.

Ukie Student Conference: Live, 25-26 November - The Ukie Student Conference will have exclusive talks from industry insiders. Tickets are FREE, registration is required. The Schedule will be announced in early November. 

UKIE Webinar Series: Managing Growth, 18 November - Menzies LLP have partnered with UKIE to bring you a technology focused webinar series. In the third webinar of the series, we will discuss gearing up for and trading through periods of fast growth – from a financial point of view. Sign up here.

JOBS

Auroch Digital Job Opportunities

As a result of the Sumo acquisition we've got investment into cool new projects so we are hiring. Please check out our jobs page for vacancies. Also check out our new video which shows you what it's really like to work for Auroch Digital! 
Here's a lovely video about working for Auroch Digital! 

Meteor Pixel are Expanding


We're looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Producer who can assist our management team and ensure the smooth and efficient running of our projects.
This is a 6 month fixed-term position (21 hours a week) starting at the end of November. The role is remote, but there is also the option to work in our friendly Bristol studio.
Salary range between £24k - 28k pro rata depending on experience.
Details here.

Aardman are Hiring

We’re looking for a Games VFX Artist. 

Antimatter Games

We have tons of openings at Cornwall based developer Antimatter Games - both in house and remote - more info at antimattergames.com/jobs

QUICK LINKS

Who are we?

Bristol Games Hub is a non-profit space for games and play. We run this newsletter, host events, and also rent desk space at cost price with no strings attached so you can get on with creating amazing games. Contact info@bristolgameshub.com for more information. 

To have your news, events and / or job opportunities featured in the monthly newsletter, you can contact Danielle on danielle@aurochdigital.com. The deadline for entries is 5th December.

SW Freelancer/Company Dev Directory - If you’re looking for people to help on a project, or you are available for work – put your details in. Please only list info you’re happy to have in the public domain: http://bit.ly/bghdirectory
SW Game Dev Jobs Facebook page - Find roles and post new openings here
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