Denis Fedorov: "In Many Ways, Nova Assembly Is Our Direct Response to the Current State of the Industry."
Nova Assembly is a holding company established by a collective of five renowned game studios. We spoke to Denis Fedorov, founder of Unfrozen and CEO of Nova Assembly, about setting up the company in response to the current state of the industry, Cyprus as a location, and future plans.
Pro Helvetia on Switzerland’s Revised Art Funding Guidelines
The art funding in Switzerland goes back almost a century. In the form of Pro Helvetia, many art forms, including games, are held up as national treasures. We talked to Cécile Vulliemin, Head of Design at the Swiss Arts Council, about Swiss’s cultural message and its art funding.
How Morbid Metal Was Prepared for Early Access
Morbid Metal from Screen Juice and Ubisoft will launch on 8 April in Early Access. What started in 2017 as an university project has evolved into a stylish hack-and-slash roguelite. We spoke to Felix Schade, the game's creator, game director and CEO, about the final stages of this journey.Latest Articles
Contractors Accuse Gunzilla of Not Paying Them For Months
A range of LinkedIn posts from former contractors for Gunzilla Frankfurt accuse the company of not paying their salaries for months. Sources from the Ukrainian subsidiary meanwhile told GamesMarkt that the issue runs deeper. CEO Korolev denies the claims.
Denis Fedorov: "In Many Ways, Nova Assembly Is Our Direct Response to the Current State of the Industry."
Nova Assembly is a holding company established by a collective of five renowned game studios. We spoke to Denis Fedorov, founder of Unfrozen and CEO of Nova Assembly, about setting up the company in response to the current state of the industry, Cyprus as a location, and future plans.
Developer-led Holding Nova Assembly Founded by Unfrozen, Sad Cat Studios, VEA Games, Game Garden and Weappy
Five studios have joined forces to form Nova Assembly, a developer-led holding company co-owned and run by its participating studios to support each other through challenging periods. These studios are Unfrozen, Sad Cat Studios, VEA Games, Game Garden and Weappy.
Nordmedia Funds Five Games With Nearly €500,000
In the first funding round of 2026, the Nordmedia Funding Committee approved funding totalling around €3 million. A total of 45 projects in the fields of film, television, games and talent development received funding. Of this sum, €490,000 was allocated to five games projects.
Pro Helvetia on Switzerland’s Revised Art Funding Guidelines
The art funding in Switzerland goes back almost a century. In the form of Pro Helvetia, many art forms, including games, are held up as national treasures. We talked to Cécile Vulliemin, Head of Design at the Swiss Arts Council, about Swiss’s cultural message and its art funding.
Business
Travian Games Opens New Office for Bright Future Studio in Cologne
Travian Games is strengthening its location strategy by opening a new office for its subsidiary, Bright Future Studio GmbH, in Cologne-Nippes. This move sees the Munich-based company investing in the expansion and further development of its locations.
Playtika: Special Committee Will Review Strategic Alternatives to Maximize Shareholder Value
The Israeli gaming group Playtika has announced the formation of a special committee. With advice from Morgan Stanley, the committee is tasked with exploring options and alternatives “to unlock and enhance shareholder value”.
People
Womenize! Inspiring Stories: Jeanne Jaeger
In their weekly interview series Womenize! features inspirational, diverse people who work in the games and tech industry, to share their experiences, give valuable advice and talk about their projects. In cooperation with Womenize! and Madeleine Egger, GamesMarkt is republishing these inspirations.
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Games Island and LFG Hof 2026 Once Again With MTG Destination Qualifiers
Like last year, Games Island and LFG Hof are once again cooperating for Destination Qualifier tournaments of Magic: The Gathering. In Modern and Sealed format, players can win cash, cards and points for the European Unity League.
Xenonauts 2
Fans of the classic games UFO: Enemy Unknown (1994) and X-COM: Terror from the Deep (1995) who found the more recent XCOM: Enemy Unknown (2012) too 'streamlined' may be interested in Xenonauts 2 from Goldhawk Interactive and Hooded Horse. It perfectly captures the essence of the classics.
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Contractors Accuse Gunzilla of Not Paying Them For Months
A range of LinkedIn posts from former contractors for Gunzilla Frankfurt accuse the company of not paying their salaries for months. Sources from the Ukrainian subsidiary meanwhile told GamesMarkt that the issue runs deeper. CEO Korolev denies the claims.
Denis Fedorov: "In Many Ways, Nova Assembly Is Our Direct Response to the Current State of the Industry."
Nova Assembly is a holding company established by a collective of five renowned game studios. We spoke to Denis Fedorov, founder of Unfrozen and CEO of Nova Assembly, about setting up the company in response to the current state of the industry, Cyprus as a location, and future plans.
Developer-led Holding Nova Assembly Founded by Unfrozen, Sad Cat Studios, VEA Games, Game Garden and Weappy
Five studios have joined forces to form Nova Assembly, a developer-led holding company co-owned and run by its participating studios to support each other through challenging periods. These studios are Unfrozen, Sad Cat Studios, VEA Games, Game Garden and Weappy.
Nordmedia Funds Five Games With Nearly €500,000
In the first funding round of 2026, the Nordmedia Funding Committee approved funding totalling around €3 million. A total of 45 projects in the fields of film, television, games and talent development received funding. Of this sum, €490,000 was allocated to five games projects.
Pro Helvetia on Switzerland’s Revised Art Funding Guidelines
The art funding in Switzerland goes back almost a century. In the form of Pro Helvetia, many art forms, including games, are held up as national treasures. We talked to Cécile Vulliemin, Head of Design at the Swiss Arts Council, about Swiss’s cultural message and its art funding.
