Former Game Developer editor Chris Kerr launches reader funded publication Vertical Slice

Former Game Developer senior editor Chris Kerr has launched Vertical Slice, a new reader-funded trade publication for video game industry professionals. GamesIndustry.biz and Kotaku both reported that the venture is independent and relies on reader subscriptions rather than commercial interests. The site will feature investigative reporting aimed at holding industry power to account. [1][2]

According to GamesIndustry.biz, Vertical Slice will also offer a free public repository containing game design and pitch documents. Kerr told the outlet that the publication seeks to deliver bold reporting without conflicting commercial pressures. Kotaku reported that Kerr has covered the games industry for 15 years, including 11 years at Game Developer, which was formerly known as Gamasutra. [1][2]

In the video game industry, a vertical slice refers to a production milestone or prototype that demonstrates progress across all components of a game project. Kerr left his full-time role at Game Developer at the end of last month to establish the new venture. [2][5]