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Magic Media is an international games and entertainment group whose studios cover full-cycle game development, co-development, game art, real-time VFX, animation, cinematics and video production. Articles published under the Magic Media name come from across the group. They include "Behind the Magic" features on the 3D art, VFX, animation and trailers behind our projects; guides on full-cycle development, co-development workflows, art styles, game engines such as Unity and Unreal Engine 5, WebGL, and remakes and ports; and news about the group, including new studios joining, partnerships, and our presence at industry events such as GDC, Gamescom and Develop:Brighton.

Topics covered

  • Game art, 3D characters and concept art ("Behind the Magic")
  • Real-time VFX, animation, game trailers and video production
  • Full-cycle game development and co-development
  • Game engines and platforms (Unity, Unreal Engine 5, WebGL, mobile tools)
  • Group news, acquisitions, partnerships and industry events

Articles

The Ultimate Guide to Unreal Engine 5 Game Development

Unreal Engine 5 game development is not about switching on Nanite, Lumen, or a collection of impressive tools. It is about making the right production decisions early enough that the game can reach its visual ambition, gameplay scope, performance targets, and launch requirements at the same time. The engine is powerful. The hard part is […]
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Game Porting

February 27, 2026

Reviving Video Games: Exploring Remasters, Remakes, Rebuilds, and Ports

Reviving a video game is not one decision. It is a choice about how much of the original should remain, what modern players need from it, which platforms the next audience uses, and whether the existing technology can carry the work. A remaster, remake, rebuild, and port can all bring a game back into the […]
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AI Game Development

December 3, 2025

AI in game development benefits and challenges

Over the past decade, AI in game development has shifted from niche features to a practical studio advantage. In 2026, teams use AI to speed up iteration, improve QA workflows, support content production, and reduce repetitive tasks across the pipeline, all while keeping creative direction firmly in human hands. In this guide, we break down […]
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Video Ads

November 5, 2025

Exploring Magic Media’s Video Production Services

As part of our comprehensive range of services at Magic Media, we offer various video production services to help our clients with their marketing campaigns. We have extensive experience providing video production services to clients using animation, live-action footage, or a hybrid of both in a multitude of industries. Though our video production services extend […]
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Video Ads

September 18, 2025

Capturing Players with Game Trailer Magic

Game trailers, as a piece of your marketing efforts, are often an invaluable tool to draw players in and attract a larger potential audience. They capture the spirit of your game, showing off key features, gameplay mechanics, story beats, and early characterization in a short and engaging format. Their purpose is to engage players who […]
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Security

August 19, 2025

Securing Nightingale: Cybersecurity in the Victorian Fantasy World

Nightingale is a unique survival game set in a shared, Victorian-inspired fantasy world where players craft and navigate its perilous landscapes with friends. This gaslamp fantasy realm features procedurally generated areas, role-playing elements, and captivating lore. Magic Media was thrilled to bring our security expertize to this project, ensuring a safe experience for all players. […]
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Design

July 10, 2025

Behind the Magic: UI/UX Design for REVENGE

REVENGE is an exciting upcoming team-based shooter where players will be aided by other, spectating players in their fight against endless, horrific hordes. For this project, contracted by the stellar team at Everreach, we’re delivering several services. One of those we’d like to highlight in this behind-the-scenes look, is our UI/UX efforts. Building from the […]
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Comprehensive Guide to AAA Games

AAA games are one of the cornerstones of the entire gaming industry. Big-name titles with large budgets and teams behind them tend to drive a significant portion of the gaming industry’s success, and this trend doesn’t look to be slowing down any time soon. At Magic Media, we’ve extensive experience working with diverse clients on […]
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Game Development

May 29, 2025

The Secret to Great Role-Playing Games

Role-playing games (RPGs) have captivated players for decades, offering immersive experiences that transport gamers to fantastical worlds. They allow players to dive into a character, create their own spin on the narrative, and make their own choices. Often, we all just want to see ourselves in a piece of media. But what makes a role-playing […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Unity Game Development

In this ultimate guide to Unity game development, we explore the diverse and accessible engine that has formed the foundation of many players’ gaming memories. The world of game development is competitive and swift. In the constant debates between engines, questions such as Unity vs Unreal Engine always come to the surface. Whereas Unreal Engine […]
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let’s Create MAgic

At Magic Media, our strength lies in our size and diversity, allowing us to offer gaming services including full-cycle game development, co-development, video production, trailers, and comprehensive artistic services. Whether you’re in need of innovative technology or a team driven by creativity, we are prepared to put our skills and knowledge into your project.