The VK company, owner of the social network of the same name, is going to develop a domestic game engine. This requires 3-5 years and up to 100 specialists. Vladimir Kiriyenko, general director of the company, spoke about the event.
Vladimir KirienkoAt the moment, the company is assembling a team and developing the core and basic systems of the engine. In 2024, it is planned to release a beta version and collaborate with the gaming community. In 2025 they will optimize the graphics and launch a distribution platform.
Kiriyenko specified that the new engine will be based on open source code and ported to various operating systems. It will also be free for developers.
We believe that the technology should be universal and allow you to create any type of game.
And the head of the Digital Development Ministry, Maksut Shadayev, said the state plans to support the export of Russian video games to China.
Gamedev is one of the hardest hit segments in our industry. At the same time, the potential of the industry is generally there, and the state should lend a shoulder and take supportive measures.
Finally, the head of VK Play Vasily Maguryan noted that the company is considering putting games from Asia on the site.
Source: VG Times