Sago Mini Combines Everything Into One App - Sago Mini World - The Complete Collection

Our friends over at Sago Mini made a big announcement today by combining all of their previous apps and games into one complete Sago Mini World - The Complete Collection.  The collection has 20+ Sago Mini games from over the years, and comes with a $4.99 monthly subscription. New features are expected to hit app regularly.

Join Sago Mini World and get unlimited access to our complete collection of 20+ award-winning games, all in one kid-friendly app!

Travel with Harvey, Jinja, Robin and Jack as you explore space, fly through a forest, build a robot, design a monster, drive a firetruck, deep-sea dive, become a superhero, visit your friends and more – all in one whimsical world.

Connect with Sago Mini like never before. Try free for 7 days - no commitment! Spark imagination with our complete collection of award-winning games, all in one magical app. Now available on the App Store!

Features:

• Unlimited access to our complete collection of 20+ games
• Play downloaded games without WiFi or internet
• Exclusive content, updated monthly
• Use one subscription across multiple devices
• Get three of our popular games, including Friends, Forest Flyer and Babies Dress Up, free forever
• Members get early first access to all new games and releases
• Commitment-free – subscribe for just 4.99 CAD or 4.49 USD/month and cancel anytime, with no cancellation fees
• No third-party advertising or in-app purchases for members

You can pick up the game on the App Store right here, and start your 7-day trial.

Huge Announcement from Sago Mini: Sago Mini World

Sago Mini announced Sago Mini World, to be released on May 25, 2017.  It is the complete collection of their games all on one app.  Sago Mini has created many successful games for children including Sago Mini Road Trip, Sago Mini Superheroes, and more on iOS and Android.  This is going to be huge, because if you've ever seen children play the Sago Mini games, you know how fun they are.  We can't wait.

COMING MAY 25th: Sago Mini World! Our complete collection of games. One magical app. pic.twitter.com/JCRwP4TYt6

— Sago Mini (@sagomini) May 8, 2017

Sago Mini Releasing 'Sago Mini Town' Later This Month

They teased a surprise for us, and delivered what looks to be a kids first step into the gaming world of SimCity. Developer Sago Mini announced Sago Mini Town, which is pegged as the developers "most inventive app yet" will release on April 13th:

"Calling all city builders and storytellers! Build your own island town by swapping, dropping, placing and playing with dozens of animated story tiles – including roads, houses, shops and visits from your favourite Sago Mini friends. Try to find the volcano, the pizza shop, or the mayor! There's no limit to what your imagination can create."

Coming April 13th! Calling all city builders and storytellers! Build your own island town by swapping, dropping, placing and playing with dozens of animated story tiles - including roads, houses, shops and visits from your favourite Sago Mini friends. Try to find the volcano, the pizza shop, or the mayor!

Sago even mentioned some of their Toronto roots seeping into the new app.

🏙 Our upcoming app was inspired by both the big town we're located in (Toronto, Canada) and the small towns many of us grew up in! 🏡 pic.twitter.com/6zSd8nuB5C

— Sago Mini (@sagomini) April 5, 2017

Sago Mini Planes Announced - Releases September 29th

Sago Mini has announced their next iOS game geared towards preschoolers, 'Sago Mini Planes' will be available September 29th.  In an Open Letter to Parents, an animator on the team said "This airplane adventure has plenty of room for your Sago Mini friends – bring along Jinja, Harvey, Jack, Robin or Rosie. You’re already cleared for security - just choose a plane and hop on board! Tap the arrow to take off and fly. Have fun zipping through the sky or gently gliding through the clouds."

Available September 29, 2016!

We'll have to wait until September 29th to download the newest game, but Sago Mini has a whole prethala of games for young kids.

Sago Sago Releases 'Sago Mini Robot Party' On iOS

Sago Sago keeps crushing out the children's games for iOS devices.  Releasing Mini Babies, and Mini Superhero last year, they are back at it again, this time with Sago Mini Robot Party.

"Let’s have a robot party! Build your own cupcake-making robot. Mix and match funny robot parts to invent super silly combinations. Does your robot have two heads or wear bunny slippers? Power up your robot and it’s time to play! Make tons of cupcakes, dance to robot music and celebrate with balloons!"

Available now! https://itunes.apple.com/app/sago-mini-robot-party/id1065271333?at=10lvrX&ct=youtube&pt=2073055

You can pick up Sago Mini Robot Party on iOS right here, so if you have any young people in your life give this one a shot!

Sago Mini Trucks And Diggers Out Now On iOS

Sago Sago, a Toronto indie developer specializing in children's app, have released Sago Mini Trucks And Diggers for the iOS.  

Drive a dump truck with Rosie the hamster! Pile dirt high and dig deep in the ground with diggers, cranes and bulldozers. Build a home for a new friend! Choose a barn, a castle or even a cupcake-house. Don’t forget to add the finishing touches for the proud owner.

Coming February 4th for iPhone and iPad!

You can download the app for $2.99 on the iOS store, while also checking out the developers other child specific apps.  

Sago Mini Announces 'Sago Mini Superhero'

Sago Mini announced today their newsest app coming to the iOS story Sago Mini Superhero.

KAPOW! Jack the rabbit bursts into the sky as the Sago Mini Superhero! Fly with Jack as he lifts impossible weights, powers up on carrots and makes things right in the city. Whether he is helping ducks cross the street or sharing ice cream with an octopus, Jack is here to save the day! “Kids love to play superhero. Grab your cape and let’s save the city!”

Coming Soon!

You can check out the letter to parents as well which goes over how to play the game designed for 2-5 year olds.  The game is planned for release on November 26th for iOS.

Sago Sago Releasing Sago Mini Babies October 8th

Sago Sago, the independent developer focused on developing apps for children, announced they have their latest app, Sago Mini Babies, releasing October 8th for iOS devices.

Introducing the Sago Mini babies. Boys and girls love caring for these adorable characters. Feed Robin her favorite mush, play dress-up with Jinja, change Harvey’s stinky diaper, then take a dance break with Jack. With cute animations, adorable giggles and even some tears, these babies are a lot of fun.

Coming October 8, 2015!

You can also check out the letter to parents from the Technical Artist here.  Make sure to also follow them on Twitter, and stay tuned to TorontoGameDevs.com for the latest.

Sunday June 28th: Toronto Game Developer Job Postings

Here is another edition of Game Developer jobs I can find here in Toronto.  As always hit me up on Twitter if you are hiring, and keep an eye on TorontoGameDevs.com for all the latest.

Cellar Door Games - Network Multiplayer Programmer

"You’ll work closely with the Lead Programmer and Designer and analyze the online and networking needs for the game and platforms – PC, Consoles and Mobile platforms. Along with documenting game server and platform infrastructure systems using clear, high performance, maintainable code; you will also debug, test, and quality control the content to meet Cellar Door Games standards before they are released to consumers."

Cellar Door Games - Artists

"You’ll create assets for game levels and maps, such as environmental backdrops or terrain tiles for 2D games based on the game design’s specifications."

Sago Sago - Flash Animator, Software Engineer, and more

"Want to work with us building amazing toys for children? Write to us at jobs@sagosago.com and tell us why you think you'd be a great addition to our team. Specific openings are listed below, but we are always looking for talented and passionate people."

Sunday May 31st: Toronto GameDev Job Postings

Last week I posted about some local job postings in and around Toronto. I said I would do it every Sunday, and here we are!  If you're looking for GameDev jobs, make sure to check these out.

Torn Banner Studios - Senior Multiplayer Level Designer, Environment Artist, and Animator

You can click the link above to see the positions, but here's a little info on Torn Banner Studios. You'll also be able to check them out at Stage Select next weekend.

"At Torn Banner we understand that long, hard hours are not conducive to being a happy, healthy person. Combine this idea with a flat studio structure and profit sharing and you've got ideals that promote a positive, low stress environment to help us create awesome games. As a small team of developers, each individual has a huge impact on the final product that we put out, so we put emphasis on being open with each other, giving/receiving critical feedback, and not letting an false sense of authority cloud our vision. The more eyes and input that we have from different disciplines and personality types, the better our releases will be. Profit sharing, 4 weeks Paid vacation, A no crunching policy, Relocation assistance, Flexible schedule, Monthly learning credit, Weekly happy hour, Healthcare & benefits"

Sago Sago - Software Engineer

"Sago Sago is looking for a full-time software engineer to join our team. The software engineer will be responsible for writing and maintaining the common code that handles analytics, cross-promotion and other non-game elements. The engineer will also support the game development team by managing developer tools, the code repository and build automation system."

Digital Extremes - UI Programmer, Web Developer, Programmers, + More (in London Ontario):

There are a lot of opportunities at Digital Extremes, make sure to check out the site:

"Why choose Digital Extremes? Ingenuity, diligence, highly skilled, specifically trained. With stealth precision, this team of ninjas have infiltrated the F2P market. Can we control the natural elements, shape shift or walk on water? Hell no. But we can develop kick-ass videogames. We are masters of our own weaponry. What is your superhuman skill? Do you have what it takes to join this elite team? Bring it. Recruiting now."

If you're a Game Dev and want me to write about your game, or post your job openings you can reach out to me on Twitter, or email.

Toronto GameDev: Sago Sago

Do you have a young son or daughter? Perhaps a niece or nephew, or family friend?  You might want to check out Sago Sago, who specialize in apps designed for children (the characters are really cute).

Sago Sago creates magical mobile apps for children. We create software that builds on children's natural sense of curiosity, experimentation and self-expression. We believe young children learn best through experimentation and exploration rather than instruction and assessment. Our passion is for creating open-ended play experiences that give children a sense of mastery and ownership.

If you got young children in your life, I'd recommend checking our Sago Sago. They are also hiring for lots of different jobs as well.