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Indie Developer Platforms

Microsoft Announces Xbox One SDK Will Go Public at the GDC

— March 5, 2015 — Tech
For years now, the Xbox One SDK has been private. That will soon change with a recent announcement at the Games Developer Conference (GDC) by Microsoft. In order to stay on top of the competition as well as with new technology making it easier for independent developers to create their own games, the Xbox One SDK introduces a public platform to attract more consumers.

Designed to allow any developer to engage with the Xbox Live community, the Xbox One SDK's extension will coincide with the Windows 10 universal app platform. The Verge writes, "Indie developers will be able to create games for both Xbox One and PC, and even the company's new HoloLens headset."
Trend Themes
1. Public Xbox One SDK - The release of public Xbox One SDK will allow independent developers to create their own games, offering disruptive innovation opportunities for the gaming industry.
2. Indie Game Development - The Xbox One SDK's public platform will attract more independent developers to engage with Xbox Live community, which could lead to new and innovative games for both Xbox One and PC.
3. Cross-platform Gaming - The release of Xbox One SDK, which allows for cross-platform gaming between Xbox One, PC, and HoloLens headset, presents opportunities for game developers to create innovative games utilizing this technology.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The gaming industry stands to benefit greatly from the public release of Xbox One SDK, with the potential for an influx of independent game developers creating new and innovative games.
2. Software Development - The release of Xbox One SDK represents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the software development industry, as it opens up new possibilities for cross-platform development and increased collaboration between Xbox One and PC development teams.
3. Virtual Reality - The Xbox One SDK's compatibility with HoloLens headset presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the virtual reality industry in the form of new games and experiences.
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