NZ On Air
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NZ On Air is a New Zealand government funding agency that invests in public media content to reflect and develop New Zealand identity and culture. It publishes research, including a report on the game development workforce.
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Game Development Workforce Report: New Zealand 2026
The 2026 New Zealand Game Development Workforce Report provides a comprehensive baseline analysis of the nation’s gaming sector, focusing on workforce demographics, compensation, workplace culture, and the impact of artificial intelligence.
- 32% of industry professionals report dissatisfaction with their remuneration, highlighting a critical need for standardized salary frameworks and transparent industry-wide benchmarks.
- While 60% of workers recognize the utility of AI in technical tasks, 55% express discomfort with its integration due to concerns regarding job security, creative quality, and the erosion of junior-level skill development.
- The New Zealand game development workforce is currently composed of 59% male, 24% female, and 4% non-binary employees, with a high concentration of senior and lead-level roles.
New Zealand Game Developers AssociationOct 2026