Microsoft's developer event 'Game Stack Live' dated for April 2021

Game Stack is a suite of tools to help companies manage their game dev efforts, and there's a host of new features on the way.

What you need to know


Game Stack Live is a developer event from Microsoft.
The showcase is free to register for and will take place on April 20 and 21.
Microsoft will reveal more about the event in the coming weeks.


Microsoft Game Stack is a suite of tools, services, and middleware designed and maintained to help game developers and publishers build experiences. From Simplygon to Havok, DX12 Ultimate and PlayFab, Microsoft's tools are among the best in the industry. Microsoft's toolkit is also potentially set to grow even more robust after Microsoft acquires Bethesda/ZeniMax in the coming weeks, adding the legendary id Tech engine to its stable of technologies.

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