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Game industry pundits have developed a peculiar malady over the last few years. Analysts (both professional and amateur) continue to proclaim the death of the PC gaming market, pointing to tumbling NPD sales numbers, shrinking shelf space at retailers, and announcements by major development houses that they are moving to console only. Contradictory enthusiasts, fan boys and apologists alike quickly rise to the bait, pointing to major titles like the Sims or World of Warcraft expansions, which co… Continue

“In like a lion…” applies perfectly to both the beginning of March and Evergreen Events’ ramp-up to the start of the ION Game Conference. We’re more excited than ever by the possibilities of this year’s conference. It’s easy to throw out hyperbole and superlatives, of course, so let’s share a few of the facts: Proven Speakers: The ION Conference has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to experienced speakers. Among them, Erik Bethke, CEO of GoPets, is one of the game industry’s most honest… Continue