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Game developer rebate welcomed by industry, but will it work?

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Will Mace Wed, 24 May 2023

New Zealand’s game development industry may be heralding last week’s Budget announcement of a 20% expense rebate for game studios, but some have been left wondering whether it will still be enough to keep Kiwi companies from crossing the Tasman.

The Budget included $160 million over four years

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Will Mace Wed, 24 May 2023
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