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Stuart De Ville shares insights on mobile game development challenges and opportunities
Mobile game development has changed a lot over the past decade. Stuart De Ville, Director at Fribbly Games and CEO of GDL, offers a clear-eyed view of what it takes to succeed today. The mobile market is tougher to break into, but the opportunity hasn’t vanished. It’s just different now. Let’s explore Stuart’s perspective on the evolving mobile game landscape, the challenges small teams face, and how strategic thinking can open doors. We’ll also look at some tools and platfor

Stuart De Ville
3 days ago3 min read


How to Connect with Local Game Developers: Unlocking Local Game Development Resources
You want to break into game development. You want to grow. You want to connect. But where do you start? How do you find the right people? How do you tap into the local scene? It’s easier than you think. You just need the right approach and the right resources. Let’s dive in. I’ll show you how to connect with local game developers and tap into the best local game development resources. You’ll learn practical tips, real examples, and actionable steps. Ready? Let’s go. Why Local

Stuart De Ville
May 44 min read
How Local Game Devs Can Thrive: Unlocking Local Game Development Opportunities
Breaking into the game development world is tough. But guess what? You don’t have to go it alone. There’s a vibrant scene right here, buzzing with potential. Local game development opportunities are ripe for the taking. You just need to know where to look and how to grab them. Let’s dive in. I’ll share what I’ve learned, what works, and how you can thrive in this exciting space. Why Local Game Development Opportunities Matter You might think the big studios in London or remot

Stuart De Ville
Apr 273 min read
Discover Local Game Dev Opportunities in the UK: Your Guide to Local Game Development Events
The UK is buzzing with game development energy. You want to break into the industry or level up your skills? You’re in the right place. The secret? Local game development events. They’re your gateway to connections, knowledge, and career growth. Let’s dive in. Why Local Game Development Events Matter You might wonder, why bother with local events? Why not just learn online or apply for jobs directly? Here’s the deal: local events bring the game dev community to your doorstep.

Stuart De Ville
Apr 203 min read
Boost Your Game Dev Career Locally in the UK
Breaking into the game development world can feel tough. You might wonder how to stand out, find the right connections, or sharpen your skills without moving to a big city or joining a massive studio. The good news? You don’t have to. Building your game dev career right where you are in the UK is possible and powerful. Let’s explore how you can boost your game dev career locally. I’ll share practical tips, useful resources, and examples of services that can help you grow. Whe

Stuart De Ville
Apr 175 min read


February 2026: Industry Pulse & GDLX Prep
The first month of 2026 delivered a clear message: the games business continues to reshape itself under economic, platform, and player-behaviour pressures. From platform economics to developer-economy shifts, the headlines are already pointing toward a year where strategy outweighs scale. Below is a concise breakdown of what’s actually moving in the industry right now, followed by what studios should be doing today as GDLX approaches. Industry News Round-Up: What Matters Rig

Stuart De Ville
Feb 33 min read


THE NEW GDL MONTHLY BLOG
December 2025: The Ground Before the Breakthrough This year didn’t whisper. It cracked. It shuddered. It tested every indie dev’s resolve. And somehow, through all of it, something real started forming under our feet. You can feel it too, can’t you? That shift. That pull. That sense that 2026 isn’t waiting for permission to be different. Neither are we. Game Dev Local has never been about noise. We’ve always been about the builders. The weirdos. The believers. The ones still

Stuart De Ville
Dec 11, 20253 min read
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