September 4-7, Friendship Garden Game Developers is hosting the Friendship Garden September Healing Summit, a space for developers to process the weight of this year, connect with others, and share their work. It will be a gentle weekend of online activities including: 🌹 Workshops and Presentations on 🌸 Play, ritual, and healing […]
Harold Ramis was right. There’s definitely a very slim chance we’ll survive...or die The randomness we encounter games shapes the ludological stories we tell around those games. Yes, there are a lot of factors but the amount and type of randomness designers include in the game most often is the reason we’re telling a story […]
The Black In Gaming Awards honors the outstanding achievements and contributions to video games by black game developers and corporate allies. This year’s show digitally presents the fourth annual ceremony on Sept. 13 at 7:15 p.m. (PT) simulcasted as a part of PAX Online and on the Black in Gaming Twitch channel.
Monday, September 14 - Friday, September 18, 2020 https://www.pgconnects.com/helsinki/ Following two fantastic digital events in 2020, Pocket Gamer Connects will celebrate this year's Helsinki edition online too! The need to connect and do business remains as strong as ever, despite many of us being isolated at home. We had hoped that IRL games industry networking […]
Webinar: Monday September 14th @ 11am ET Twitch.tv/igda In 2019, Steam alone released 8,290 games on their platform. With so many platforms, genres and gamers increasingly demanding for better quality in gameplay and stories, making a great games is not enough. As a game developer, you have to see yourself as an entrepreneur first, and […]
IGDA Philly and Drexel team up to welcome Dan Fornace! Dan will be speaking about his industry experience followed by a brief Q+A. Pre-register for the event here: http://bit.ly/DrexelDragonDanRoA After graduating from Drexel and working on Killer Instinct and other games for Microsoft, Fornace designed and released the Super Smash Bros.-style fighting game, Rivals of […]
#CGCLIVE invites all game industry professionals and enthusiasts to plunge into a completely different world for five days, to explore new capabilities of technology and creativity during the game developers conference sessions and at the online exhibition area! On September 22-26, the online edition of Cutting-edge Games Conference (AKA #CGCLIVE) will take place at the […]
We welcome you to attend the Webinar - 7th International Conference on Computer Graphics & Animation during September 25-26, 2020 is an academic and business opportunities for next generation technologies and strategies from the world of Computer Graphics, Animation, Game Design & Development, GPU Technology, Virtual Reality, Computer Vision, Human-computer Interaction and CGI Companies an […]
NFL Alumni and Cxmmunity partner to host a virtual esports fundraiser and digital tele-a-thon to raise funds for 6000 students to gain access to adequate technology and internet for he remainder of 2020. The goal is to raise $5,000,000 which will be used to provide learning devices like Intel's NUC and tablets, virtual classroom licenses, […]
Games companies, their inner workings and cultures are some of the least documented aspects of game development. Yet we and our work are all defined by these choices every single day. Join us in learning and challenging the cutting edge of leadership in games from some of the brightest minds in the industry! Welcome to […]
The MIDI 2.0 initiative updates MIDI with auto-configuration, new DAW/web integrations, extended resolution, increased expressiveness, and tighter timing -- all while maintaining a high priority on backward compatibility. This major update of MIDI paves the way for a new generation of advanced interconnected MIDI devices, while still preserving interoperability with the millions of existing MIDI […]
GameSoundCon: October 5-7. Online www.GameSoundCon.com GameSoundCon the game music, sound design and virtual reality audio conference normally held annually in Los Angeles, is online for 2020. The largest professional conference on game music and sound design features sessions and panels on the creative, technical and business issues of working on video game music, sound design. […]
Join us on the GamedevMI Discord for a down-to-earth conversation between Mars Ashton (IGDA Detroit Director, Associate Professor of Game Design, Award-winning Developer) and Kartik Kini, Lead Developer / Producer at Finite Reflection, known for the award-winning TwinCop on October 5th from 9-11pm EST. Our new digital format for monthly meetings brings conversations about industry […]
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GameJam+ — a yearly video game development marathon established to foster and mentor new independent studios and support their entry into the global video game industry — announced open registration for the first stage of the event and the dates it will take place. Known as the “Game Development World Cup,” the first stage of […]
Join IGDA Des Moines for our October meeting with special guest presenter, Airdorf Games. FAITH PostMORTIS: Horror at 192x160 Pixels Airdorf Games (itch.io)(twitter)(facebook) Indie game developer Airdorf talks about the development of FAITH, a pixel horror game inspired by the Satanic Scare of the 1980s. He also talks about how he marketed the game to […]
Thursday 22 October, 6:45pm - 9:45pm EDT More details: https://www.meetup.com/a2-game-designers/events/vvwrzrybcnbdc/ ==Guest Lecturer== Apoorva Bansal of Sucker Punch Productions Fresh off his release of Playstation smash hit Ghost of Tsushima, Sucker Punch Engineer Apoorva Bansal joins IGDA Ann Arbor to discuss life at an impactful first-party studio, his entry into the industry, and the unique engineering […]
NFL Alumni and Cxmmunity partner to host a virtual esports fundraiser and digital tele-a-thon to raise funds for 6000 students to gain access to adequate technology and internet for he remainder of 2020. The goal is to raise $5,000,000 which will be used to provide learning devices like Intel's NUC and tablets, virtual classroom licenses, […]
How do you feel about five days of networking and talks to be held by game industry stars? Meet Rovio, Facebook, Nordeus, Unreal Engine, Unity, VK, Melsoft, TikTok, AppGallery, and many other top companies, learn from leading experts, find perspective games from all over the world, talk to publishers and platforms' representatives at the WN […]
Develop:Brighton Digital takes place 2-4 November. This three-day conference and expo for the game developer community will be streamed online with a headline keynote session from Bethesda’s Todd Howard. Better still, it's completely free! More than 40 live and pre-recorded sessions will take place across the three days, including four keynote sessions and three live […]
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Join us on Wednesday November 4th at 1pm ET on twitch.tv/igda as Nicolas Seck and Stu Bayley from RealTime Studios chat with IGDA Executive Director, Renee Gittins on producing video game trailers and more.
The Global Games Industry Conference ONLINE Monday, November 9th - Friday, November 13th, 2020 https://www.pgconnects.com/digital/ Following three fantastic digital events in 2020, Pocket Gamer Connects will celebrate this year's final November edition online too! The need to connect and do business remains as strong as ever, despite many of us still […]
When: November 9-20, 2020 Where: online+offline Join DevGAMM 2020 conference that will be held online on November 9-20. The first week will be devoted to the development of games, and the second – to networking and business. The online part will consist of sessions and workshops, feedback sessions, round tables and showcases, game contest, and […]
Join IGDA Chicago for our AMA Speaker Series that allows you to ask those burning questions you have always wanted to ask to industry veterans! This event will be held Thursday, November 12th with very special guest Rachel Nador! Rachel Nador has an Art degree from the University of Iowa and started her career creating graphics for vehicle […]
Join CableLabs Distinguished Technologists, Greg White and Steve Glennon, for an in-depth look at sources of latency in home and access networks and learn how the Cable industry is providing tools for game developers to improve the game experience. Most applications have different traffic patterns and needs which ultimately require different solutions for reducing and managing […]
A transcontinental collaboration to make and support games from the global south. About this Event pathfindin.gs November 12-15, 2020 A weeklong celebration of game development from the global south. Seeking to create direct impact by elevating and giving a platform to otherwise marginalized voices. Stepping away from being referred to as underrepresented, breaking down the […]
Join IGDA Chicago for our AMA Speaker Series that allows you to ask those burning questions you have always wanted to ask to industry veterans! This event will be held Thursday, November 12th with very special guest Rachel Nador! Rachel Nador has an Art degree from the University of Iowa and started her career creating graphics for vehicle […]
The International Future Computing Association (TIFCA) is helping develop a Create-Once, Reach All (CORA) ecosystem that enables content to run on multiple hardware platforms from one version of software. The International Game Developers Association is collaborating with TIFCA's first stage: learn how each member of the ecosystem is defining cross-platform, and what their main challenges […]
The Nordic Game conference is held annually in Malmö, Sweden. We made our digital debut with NG20 on 27-29 May and Nordic Game returns online this fall with NG20+ on 25-27 November, broadcast live from Slagthuset. As the leading games conference in Europe we have a lot to offer, with twice the Nordic Game experience […]
NFL Alumni and Cxmmunity partner to host a virtual esports fundraiser and digital tele-a-thon to raise funds for 6000 students to gain access to adequate technology and internet for he remainder of 2020. The goal is to raise $5,000,000 which will be used to provide learning devices like Intel's NUC and tablets, virtual classroom licenses, […]
Presented by Insert Coin Accounting for emerging game development studios, satellite studios, and Canadian companies to easily facilitate the array of funding programs and opportunities made by various government initiatives Highlights: Everything one should do from an accounting perspective when starting up a game studio in Canada The benefits of tax incentives and programs for […]
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Virtuality Experience 2020 - the virtual professional trade show dedicated to augmented and virtual realities. 2 to 4 December 2020 – Virtuality Experience Online (PC, Mac, Oculus Quest) Get your free ticket today!
Our annual Choice Awards show for games developed in Utah and voted on by developers! Live on Twitch at twitch.tv/igda starting at 7:30. Come watch and cheer on your fellow developers!
The longest running digital conference series in the game industry returns for their seventh event. Featuring a diverse group of leaders from the business, marketing, and licensing side of the industry you can learn from the best and not spend a fortune. Participation in the sessions is always free and access to the meeting system […]
In 2014, a Supreme Court case emerged as the tip of an iceberg that would sink many gaming patents and make the passage from filing to issuance that much harder. In Alice, the Supreme Court looked at the statute, 35 U.S.C. § 101, which outlines what qualifies for patent protection. Notably, the Court established a […]
IGDA Philly invites you to join us celebrating the annual Camden County College student game showcase! See what students of the school's Game Design & Development program have been working on! Please note the special date and time for this month's meeting: December 15th at 7PM. We hope to see you there! Pre-register on Zoom: […]
WHAT It's time for us to look back on the unusual yet exciting year that’s been 2020. We invite you to join us for the annual Year In Review livestream, where we’ll reflect on what's happened across Epic Games and the Unreal Engine community and talk a bit about what’s to come. WHEN Thursday, December […]
We’re going to party like it’s 2019! Look, this year has been a rough enough year as it is, and the fact that most of us can't physically get together to send it off with a proper commiseration/celebration is super disappointing. However, Games Industry Gathering (GIG) figured out a way to do this in a […]
The IGDA Holiday Cheer Hackathon is coming soon! Join us from December 18th - January 3rd to share our well wishes and traditions from all around the world. This is a two week hackathon will provide support and community to all developers who may be unable to see their friends and family during this holiday season. […]
Join us for the launch of the Holiday Cheer Hackathon by the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), which will be held December 18th – January 3rd to share our well wishes and traditions from all around the world. The Holiday Cheer Hackathon is a two week hackathon that will provide support and community to all […]
Video games have been regarded poorly by the public in the past, but the ways they empower change, community, and positive growth in the world is becoming more recognized. Join the IGDA and Leyline on IGDA's Twitch to hear about how games are a force for good as part of the Holiday Cheer Hackathon. Panelists: […]
Join Nika Nour, Sarah Spiers, Wyn Rush, and Brie Wendt from the IGDA Foundation at 3pm EST on December 23rd on IGDA's Twitch to hear how they have supported game developers and their dreams through their programs in 2020. The Holiday Cheer Hackathon is a two week event that provides support and community to all […]
Join us for the closing ceremony of the the International Game Developers Association (IGDA) Holiday Cheer Hackathon. The Holiday Cheer Hackathon is a two week hackathon that provides support and community to all developers who may be unable to see their friends and family during this holiday season. This hackathon will also celebrate the diverse […]
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REUTERS NEXT (Jan 11-14) kicks off 2021 by gathering global leaders and forward thinkers to reimagine solutions to the challenges the new year brings. No country, company or community can tackle the future alone. To build a better world, thinkers and doers must come together to share ideas, collaborate and act. REUTERS NEXT draws on […]
Join us on Tuesday, January 12th as we ring in the new year with our annual Town Hall! We'll begin with an overview of 2020 and what we have accomplished along with our plans for 2021, followed by a Q+A and roundtable discussion with our community. We want to hear from you what you'd like […]
Calling all female identified hackers! Ellehacks is one of the largest all-female hackathons in Canada. It is open to all programs with challenges related to Artificial Intelligence, Coding, Business, Design and many more. It offers a safe space for females to participate in creative and problem solving activities while connecting with employers from different fields. […]
Join us on Discord for an all-virtual version of Global Game Jam! The Global Game Jam® (GGJ) is the world's largest game jam (game creation) event taking place around the world at physical locations. Think of it as a hackathon focused on game development. It is the growth of an idea that in today’s heavily […]
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We are pleased to announce the Hyper Games Conference 2021! A conference dedicated to hyper-casual games will be held on February 4-5, 2021 in an online format! The purpose of the event is to unite game developers companies with publishers and advertising platforms. The conference will be held for 2 days, with speaking slots and […]
The WN Hub is back! From February 8-12, the WN Winter conference will stream lectures with live Q&A sessions by speakers EA, SEGA, Saber Interactive, Wargaming, Facebook, Nutaku, Snap, MyTracker, SayGames and others to share knowledge and help people level up their skills and stay current with trends. The conference also has a developer exhibition […]
The Global Games Industry Conference ONLINE Monday, February 8th - Friday, February 12th, 2021 https://www.pgconnects.com/digital/ Following four fantastic digital events in 2020, Pocket Gamer Connects will return in 2021 with another world-welcoming online conference. A Pocket Gamer Connects online conference is the perfect way to meet, learn from, and do business with over 1,300 games […]
Join us online this February 8-12 for Digital Entertainment World 2021! This year, #DEW2021 will explore "Creativity and Innovation in a Changing World" - a theme resonating across digital entertainment and media landscapes. Learn more at dewexpo.com This February, the 8th annual Digital Entertainment World Conference returns for 5 days of online programming! The #DEW2021 agenda […]
Join us for a 2-day virtual gaming developer summit that will gather thought leaders in the gaming industry to share tools and best practices that programmers depend on to develop and ship games, with a focus on 3 major segment areas: Debugging, Performance, Quality Assurance & Testing. Event Sessions: Track 1: Debugging and Quality […]
This unique, virtual event from @devcom will provide practical approaches to diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Leaders from a variety of backgrounds and experiences will speak and share their insights into some important topics facing the games industry today, including: guidance on to how to hire and build a diverse team ways to think about […]
Join us on twitch.tv/igda at 7pm EST with for our keynote, presented by Dell Technologies.
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March 3rd, 2:30 - 3pm EST Working Together Apart: Guided Exercise & Team Strategies Learn ways to set the groundwork for teamwork at a distance in this interactive workshop and brainstorm through the use of a simple tool to help support remote team management and performance. Register here.
Under the surface of entertainment - Women in Gaming Presentation & Panel discussion with Martina Terlevic, Renee Gittins, Brie Wendt and Charlotte Oetken as host ABOUT THE EVENT Martina Terlevic explores the representation and treatment of women and minority populations in gaming as a culture, industry, and artform. Examining contemporary research into the popularity of […]
Join us at 7pm EST on twitch.tv/igda for What Is Prototyping, presented by Roblox.
Join us for a panel discussion on the impact and importance of community for women in the games industry. This will be a live conversation between creators and female leaders in APAC and EMEA, moderated by Sandhya Devanathan, Director of Gaming, APAC at Facebook. You can register here to attend and to learn more about our amazing […]
Join us at 4pm ET at twitch.tv/igda for Successful Production Strategies with Legends of Learning.
Join us on twitch.tv/igda at 5pm EST for Shipping Your Game! Tips for Students from Industry Insiders, Code in the Schools Now that you've built your game, what are the next steps? Hear from game industry professionals about the steps needed to get your game ready to publish, considerations you should be aware of, and finally […]
How can games affect our future? And what can we learn from them? Join us in this workshop to discover the synergies between the two worlds.
1 April @ 1pm ET on twitch.tv/igda In this live webinar, Sprintax is delighted to partner with the IGDA to explore everything you need to know both as an individual and an employer about filing a US nonresident tax return, including how to determine your residency status, knowing your federal and state filing obligations, how […]
April 6th - 12 - 12:30pm EST Managing Projects with Ease: Guided Activity & Planning Tool Tackle project management needs by outlining the steps of the process in this interactive workshop. Learn about the "Four Ps" as you identify how key stakeholders, goals, and action steps can factor into a project. Register here.
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Thursday, April 8, 2021 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) Register today!
The hackathon made in Luxembourg is back! Just like last year, Game of Code will be organized in a full digital mode, from April 9th to 11th. In total, the competition will last 36 hours, where teams of coders from all around the world are welcome: will they be able to solve the challenges cooked […]
Game developers worldwide are using NVIDIA technology to take graphics to the next level — and you can experience it all at this year’s GPU Technology Conference, starting April 12. At GTC, you’ll see how NVIDIA’s latest technologies are transforming game performance and development workflows. We’ll also have presentations by experts from leading gaming companies […]
Join us at 6pm ET on twitch.tv/igda for Creating a Career in the Gaming Industry with the ESA Foundation. Welcoming introduction by Anastasia Staten, ESA Panelists: Darcy Gutierrez, junior at New York University and current ESA Foundation Scholar Adrian Ledda, Senior Game Designer at Toys for Bob (an Activision studio) Angel Wylie, Senior Technical Mocap […]
GI Live: Online April 14th - April 16th, 2021 Meeting System: 24 hours a day Discord Sessions: 10am - 8pm GMT GI Live: Online is a new indie developer business event from the teams behind GamesIndustry.biz and EGX Rezzed. The event is designed to connect game developers with publishers, investors, service providers […]
What's the secret recipe for enabling a successful remote game development & design studio? Together, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Teradici and Wacom provide the key ingredients and ideal solution for studios of all shapes & sizes: • Agile cloud computing infrastructure & services to power your business • Powerful, ultra-secure remote workstations for graphic-intensive 3D […]
April 15th @ 2pm ET twitch.tv/igda Congratulations! Your game is a huge success. Hundreds and thousands of downloads. Industry accolades. T-shirts, hoodies, and lunch boxes. And of course, knock offs. You have put your blood, sweat and tears into its development. Now, with its immense popularity come competitors looking to take advantage of your intellectual […]
The Global Games Industry Conference ONLINE Monday, April 19th - Friday, April 23rd 2021 https://www.pgconnects.com/digital/ Following four fantastic digital events in 2020, and another amazing digital event in February 2021, Pocket Gamer Connects will return in April with another world-welcoming online conference. A Pocket Gamer Connects online conference is the perfect way to […]
Leading Games studios from Finland are #hiring a wide range of positions this Spring and inviting talents from across the globe! Sign up today https://apply.gamesjobfair.com for the #Finland #GamesJobFair in April to meet, greet and connect with recruiters and land your next career opportunity! For more information about the event please visit GamesJobFair.com #GamesJobFair #GamesFactoryTalents […]
Join us at 3pm EDT on twitch.tv/igda for the Earth Day Stream with the IGDA Climate SIG! Participants Paula Escuadra, she/her, @paulagize, Google, Senior Societal Topography Research Lead Daniel Fernández Galeote, he/him, @danielfgaleote, Tampere University, PhD Candidate Marina Psaros, she/her, Unity Technologies, Sustainability Lead Jennifer Estaris, she/her, @aeiea, Game Director, ustwo games […]
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May 6th - 2:30 - 3pm EST Maximizing the Value of Time: Guided Exercise & Valuation Tool Learn to schedule tasks according to the inherent value you assign them in this interactive workshop. Identify primary planning needs and action steps with a Time Value Management approach. Register here.
LA Games Conference returns online this May 10-12, 2021! LAGC2021 covers the latest in NFTs, Gaming and the Metaverse, Diversity and Inclusion, Cloud Gaming, the State of the Games Business, Esports, Mobile Games, and more. Visit lagamesconference.com
Beyond Games is a week-long conference exploring the future of interactive entertainment May 10-14, 2021 https://www.beyondgames.live/ This is where games meet music, film, sports, social media, culture, influencers, fashion, technology, lifestyle and loads more... As the lines blur between online experiences, social networking, games, and traditional entertainment formats, we’ll help connect the […]
You missed the early bird date get your tickets to the DevGAMM Spring 2021 online conference, but we’ve got you covered. IGDA members can use promo code DG&IGDA_Finland15 when registering for a 15% discount. The conference will be held from May 12-14 on the PINE Tool platform. The program includes professional speakers, reviews on game […]
Join us on May 12 at 3pm ET over on our Twitch Channel as our partners at Dell Technologies walk through determining your game development hardware needs - chance to win a workstation! Presenter Matthew D. Allard Director of Strategic Alliances – Media & Entertainment Matt joined the Dell Precision workstations team in July 2018 […]
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Nordic Game is the leading games conference in Europe, and 2021 marks its nineteenth and twentieth editions. Gathering thousands of industry professionals in Malmö annually, Nordic Game is the one and only “home turf” meeting place for the highly successful game developers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Nordic Game doubles up again with NG21 on 26-28 […]
We are pleased to announce the Hyper Games Conference, Spring 2021! The second conference dedicated to hyper casual games which will be held on May 26-28, 2021 in online format! The purpose of the event is to unite game developers companies with publishers and advertising platforms. The conference will be held for 3 days, with […]
Presented by Circuit Stream and ThinkEDU Join us Wednesday May 26 at 1pm ET on twitch.tv/igda RSVP here!
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Join us on Discord this Saturday (6/5) for Chinese in Games' FIRST SEMINAR: We love playing games, so we ultimately get into the Gaming industry!!! Register here
June 8th - 12 - 12:30pm EST Mapping Your Career Goals: Guided Activity & Path Planning Learn to drive your own professional development plan in this interactive workshop. Identify specific career goals to pursue an actual position at your company and discover your relevant interests, strengths and skills. Register here.
Cheaters' Secrets Unveiled: How cheaters operate in video games and how to counteract them No one likes playing against cheaters in competitive games. Unfortunately, more and more cheaters are targeting mobile games as they are the most popular platform lately. Studies show that 77% of gamers said that they would leave a competitive multiplayer game […]
The Serious Play Conference is a leadership conference for professionals who are exploring the use of game-based learning, sharing their experience and working together to shape the future of training and education. Speakers from all parts of the globe share their knowledge and experience creating or using games or simulations in the corporation, classroom, healthcare […]
Backtrace is all about creating better game experiences. For this Game Jam, our goal is to celebrate inclusivity and encourage teams to create inspiring game projects in just 48 hours. The winner of the Game Jam will receive a Playstation 5 Console! Join the Jam!
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The GamesIndustry.biz Best Places To Work Awards is the only event to celebrate employer excellence specifically for the video games industry. The awards event has taken place in London for the UK market for the past four years, and on July 8th, 2021 will be coming to the US with an all-digital event featuring talks and sessions […]
For any game devs who are currently hobbyists or amateur this panel will be an opportunity to hear from people like you who have successfully transitioned into the professional space. Whether they’ve started a successful independent studio, a career at one of the big gaming companies, a successful freelance career—or a little of all the […]
Looking for practical, actionable diversity and inclusion training that people love? The Ally Skills Workshop teaches simple everyday techniques people can use to make their workplaces more inclusive. This highly interactive workshop helps people recognize when they have power and influence—when they can best act as an ally—and learn how to take effective action to […]
The Global Games Industry Conference ONLINE Monday, July 12th - Friday, July 16th 2021 Following six fantastic digital events over the course of 2020 and the first half of 2021, Pocket Gamer Connects will return in July with another world-welcoming online conference. A Pocket Gamer Connects online conference is the perfect way to meet, learn […]
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The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Women Game Jam (WGJ) reaches its 5th edition and, after the success of 2020, which had more than 1000 participants and 100 games published, from 14 countries, the 2021 edition will be the first step towards the future - hybrid events. There will be some in-person sites in Australian cities (Sydney, Melbourne and Western Australia), […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
devcom Developer Conference #ddc2021 is gamescom’s official game developer conference and single business platform and takes place from 23 - 27 August. Europe’s biggest game developer conference once again offers a broad variety of events and content for game developers, publishers, and service providers from the global games industry. 📅 Information and schedule: https://www.devcom.global/ddc-2021/ 🎫 […]
Prepare for liftoff—the 2021 Epic MegaJam is now open for registration! In the seven-day game jam, put your creativity to the test, and go full throttle to create a brand-new game based on the event’s unique theme. The 2021 Epic GameJam is pushing the boundaries with even more prizes and modifiers. Register now on the […]
The IGDA is partnering with devcom to host the first Global Industry Game Awards (GIGA), peer- determined awards in celebration of the contributions of discipline teams and individuals. Game development is a cutting-edge industry of technology, art, and innovation that is of significant cultural importance, and the contributors in the fields within it will be […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Date: 6 September, 2021, 6-7pm Central European Time Platform: www.twitch.tv/igda Overview IGDA Switzerland's Craft.Innovate.Connect webinar series continues, with kind support from the Swiss Arts Council, Pro Helvetia, with an in-depth look at the point-and-click adventure genre. We bring together a distinguished panel of speakers from Switzerland, Canada and the U.S to discuss the genre's heritage, […]
The end of summer is upon us and that means it's time for IGDA Chicago's annual picnic! This year, the picnic will be held outside (rain or shine) at Montrose Beach, off of N Simonds Dr, on Sept 12th from 12 - 3 PM CST. Take a break from the screen, enjoy the late-summer weather, […]
The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and Games 24X7 bring to you GATO 2021, the annual conference on Digital Gaming. The theme of this year’s conference is ‘Digital Gaming: The Next Leap’ and is scheduled for 15 September, 2021. The virtual conference aims to discuss the latest trends & insights in Digital Gaming, how […]
GDEX GAME JAM IS BACK FOR ROUND 2! SEPT 17TH-SEPT 26TH! Organize a team or join as a solo jammer for our 2nd ever 9-day GDEX Game Jam free online event. Teams and individuals from any city, state, and region are all welcomed to sign-up. We can’t wait to see what games you all create! […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
The Global Games Industry Conference ONLINE Monday, 27th September - Friday, 1st October, 2021 Following six fantastic digital events over the course of 2020 and the first half of 2021, Pocket Gamer Connects will return in September with another world-welcoming online conference. A Pocket Gamer Connects online conference is the perfect way to meet, learn […]
The International Game Developers Association's Annual General Meeting will be held September 27 at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PDT / 4 p.m. GMT on the IGDA Twitch channel. Join the IGDA Board of Directors and Executive Director for a summary of the association's progress over the past year, and an overview of what's […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
A Panel on the Impacts of the Pandemic on Toronto's Game Developers Wednesday, October 6, 2021 @ 6:30pm Price: FREE Register here! With the pandemic shutting down in person events and meetups, we knew we needed another way to meet, connect, and network with other local developers- that's why we started the IGDA Toronto Discord […]
A day of talks and networking exploring recent and future advancements in the field of game accessibility. Attendees can expect a wide range of topics from all sectors of the industry – indie to AAA, academia to accessibility specialists – and leave with inspiration, new contacts, and practical knowledge of how to ensure their vision is […]
gamescom asia, the first satellite event of the world’s largest computer and video games festival, gamescom is taking place 14 – 17 October 2021 in Singapore. As the premier platform for Asian game developers to explore partnerships globally, gamescom asia will act as a hub for international and regional publishers who are looking for the […]
INDIE CLASH gives mobile indie game developers a chance to showcase their Indie Game Titles in a clash against other unique games. Expert teams will advise developers on how to get their games ready to Publish, opportunities to meet Publishers from around the world, and cash prizes for the best games. Join the first […]
Welcome to the Hyper Games Conference — an online event dedicated to hyper-casual games which will be held on October 21-22, 2021! The purpose of the event is to unite game developers companies with publishers and advertising platforms. The conference will be held for 2 days with 2 stages, with speaking slots and panel discussions […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Monday 18 October, 2021 @ 12pm ET Register here! From Among Us to Call of Duty: Warzone, cross-platform play is one of the biggest trends in leading multi-player games — and it’s a trend that seems to be catching on industry-wide. It’s never been easier for gamers to play with their friends, regardless if they’re […]
The Develop:Brighton conference and expo has been bringing together the European Game Dev community from global superstars to micro indies - since 2006. Come and learn from your peers and share your experiences, hear from the industry’s leading lights, get up-to-date with the latest tools, techniques and industry trends, plus network with 3,000 game dev professionals. This […]
Looking to take your career to the next level in the games industry? Then, Nordic Game Talents is the place to be! Games Factory Talents has teamed up with Nordic Game to bring you Nordic Game Talents - an online event for recruitment & career growth in the games industry. Experienced game professionals & those […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
The Nordic Game Conference is held in the spring and autumn each year in Malmö, Sweden. They made their digital debut in 2020 and return online this year with two editions of Nordic Game, beginning in the spring with NG21 on 26-28 May followed by NG21 Autumn on 2-5 November. Gathering thousands of industry professionals in the spring and autumn each year, Nordic […]
Global Games Pitch is the biggest online pitching event for game developers, publishers and investors from all around the globe. The next Global Games Pitch is dedicated to mobile games and will be hosted on Nov 3-4, 2021, 100% online. ⭐️ 100+ Publishers and Investors, 100+ Game Developers from 50+ Countries ⭐️ $15k prize […]
GameSoundCon: 8 - 10 November, 2021 GameSoundCon the game music, sound design and virtual reality audio conference normally held annually in Los Angeles, is online for 2021. The largest professional conference on game music and sound design features sessions and panels on the creative, technical and business issues of working on video game music, sound […]
Join us for IGDA Switzerland's final webinar of 2021 on the topic of 'Empowerment and Women in Games'—kindly supported by the Swiss Arts Council, Pro Helvetia. We'll discuss entrepreneurship, game development careers, community, etc. and highlight special achievements. The distinguished line-up of panelists features an exciting mix of disciplines including game developers, artists, producers and […]
AWE USA 2021 is back in-person in Santa Clara, CA, on 9-11 November, 2021! IGDA Members save 20% on tickets (get the code from the Discounts page) - register today!
MEGAMIGS is the unmissable event in Canada dedicated to the video game industry, and has been for over 15 years. The 2021 edition will take place virtually from November 09th to 14th and access to the virtual expo is free for the general public. This year, the event focuses on gameplay and discovery. With more […]
A transcontinental collaboration to make and support games from the global south. Pathfindin.gs is a celebration of and collaboration with game developers in the Global South. This conference aims to elevate and give a platform to otherwise marginalized voices, breaking down the barriers that currently exist, and making opportunities accessible for everyone. It is meant […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
A Pocket Gamer Connects online conference is the perfect way to meet, learn from, and do business with over 1,000 games industry professionals, and over 130 speakers. We've run 30 Connects events now since 2014, and we're excited to continue connecting the global games industry. As one of the expected 1,000 attendees, you will have […]
Sessions of the WN Conference are business events for the game industry that take place on all continents of the world. WN Seattle’21 (16-17 November, in Seattle, WA) is a gathering for decision-makers in the video game industry with over 500 publishers, service providers, investors, game platforms and studios representatives on-site. Game studios and teams […]
Join DevGAMM Fall 2021 online conference that will take place on 17-19 November! No flights, quarantines or hotel reservations — everything is right on your laptop. These three days include: the best content, game activities and pitches, online meetings and expo. Moreover, starting from 20 October, each Wednesday, watch Public Pitch live streams with pitches […]
Beyond Games is a two-day conference exploring the future of interactive entertainment. Explore the frontiers where games meet music, film, sport, social media, art, influencers, fashion and more… 18-19 November, 2021 What is it? A professional conference with talks, panels and meetings Dedicated to the intersection of games technology and other media: film, music, […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
This is an opportunity to see and think differently. No country, company or community can tackle the future alone. To build a better world, thinkers and doers must come together to share ideas, collaborate and act. REUTERS NEXT draws on Reuters global reach to host diverse voices from around the world who will examine topics from […]
Welcome to the latest Game Jam hosted by Backtrace! Compete with fellow game developers, designers, and artists to make an awesome game and win $2500 USD (and $500 goes to most creative)! Join our community and see how Backtrace helps game developers identify, prioritize, and debug errors across all devices! What You Need to Know When does […]
Houdini Game Jam will take place over the course of one week from 3 - 10 December, 2021. The game jam will begin when the theme is revealed via livestream on SideFX’s Twitch channel at 11am PDT on December 3rd. Game jammers will then have one week to build their games and submit them to the […]
Title: Create amazing, interactive gaming experiences from anywhere! Description: Game development requires desktop performance with high frame rates, low latency, and amazing responsiveness. Teradici CAS, powered by PCoIP® technology is widely adopted in the media and entertainment industry, with leading studios realizing the capability of build-to-lossless and unmatched color accuracy and provides the best performance and support […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Join us at the devcom Art & Animation Summit on December 14 & 15, 2021! For the next summit, devcom will create a 2-day program packed with talks, panels, fireside chats, and workshops. Renowned international games industry experts and artists will be sharing insights into their work and their approach to topics like 2D and […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Hyper Games Conference walks the planet to find out where the main hyper-casual enthusiasts are located 🚀 We invite you to join HGC India & Asia Edition, which will be held on 3-4 February 2022 in the online format, participation is free! The conference will be held for 2 days with 2 stages, with speaking […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Location: Online! Website: https://www.dewexpo.com Join industry leaders on 7-11 February, 2022 at Digital Entertainment World to gain insights into Television + Streaming, Brands + Entertainment, Games + Esports, RightsTech, and Music + Podcasts. IGDA Members get 20% of using the code here.
WN Berlin’22 is a hybrid business conference for the game industry decision-makers across Europe. The on-site part takes place in the heart of Berlin — Europe’s biggest IT hub. Guests can also follow the event online at the WN Hub communication platform. All the conference features are in sync and will work for both on-site […]
Pocket Gamer Connects returns to your favourite live venue! The Global Mobile Games Industry Conference is back in London. Start 2022 the right way! The leading mobile gaming industry conference, Pocket Gamer Connects, returns to London in February 2022. Following recent developments and close consultation with our partners, we have made the difficult decision […]
The most exciting virtual game developer summit is back! Join us on February 16, 2022 for Breakpoint 2 and get the opportunity to learn and network with other developers and leaders in the gaming industry. This time, we’re shifting the focus on tools and best practices that developers rely on to ship quality mobile games […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Registration for the #DICE2022 Summit is now open! The premier video game networking conference returns in-person to Las Vegas from Tuesday, 22 February through Thursday, 24 February, 2022 at the beautiful Mandalay Bay Resort. This year’s D.I.C.E. theme will explore the idea, Better Together. Presented with formidable challenges to community worldwide, now more than ever […]
AFRICA GAMES WEEK is the largest gathering of African Game Developers in the world, with over 150 developers from across the continent gathering in one place. AGW 2022 is set for 23-25 February and will occur HYBRID and be filmed, edited, and interlaced with online streams showcased VIRTUALLY on the event platform. AGW 2021 will […]
Saturday 26th February 2022, 2-5pm Central European Time (CET) Some 15% of the world's population identifies as disabled. Discourse around disability usually approaches the topic from a medical standpoint, as something to be treated and fixed. Consequently, the Game Design & Disability workshop—conducted by designer and theorist Chris Solarski—aims to explore disability in games from an aesthetics standpoint […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
The global games industry has become an economic behemoth that keeps on growing. This growth, however, also results in an unavoidable ecological footprint that can neither be denied nor ignored and that demands accountability. Games as a Messenger It is refreshing to see more and more developers use the potential of games to tackle […]
Facing increasing competitive pressures, many Game Developers have leveraged advanced technology such as gesture control, facial recognition, AR, VR, stunning graphics, and wearable gaming to bring their products to the next level and thrive in the competitive market. Fortunately, many of these innovations and advancements could qualify for the research and development (R&D) tax credit […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) brings the game development community together to exchange ideas, solve problems, and shape the future of the industry across five days of education, inspiration, and networking. Attendees include programmers, artists, producers, game designers, audio professionals, and business leaders. Some key features of GDC include: The market-defining conference has a comprehensive […]
Thursday, March 24th | 12:45 — 1:45pm PST Over the years, The Annual IASIG Town Hall at GDC has codified the strong role that audio discussions now offer within the conference. You’re invited to share your ideas and be a part of our collective journey to continuously improve the state of interactive audio. Joined by […]
The IASIG Town Hall is the event that started audio discussions at GDC back before there were any audio sessions. Join fellow game audio educators, sound designers, composers, audio programmers, and other audio professionals at the Interactive Audio Special Interest Group (IASIG) Town Hall. Get an update on current IASIG efforts, and share your own ideas, suggestions, […]
The Interactive Audio Special Interest Group of the IGDA presents a look at automotive audio and how development of autonomous vehicles may present surprising opportunities for game audio professionals. Join this session that includes experts from Audiokinetic, Bose Automotive, and the MIDI Association to discuss the future of autonomous vehicles, and how this growing market […]
About the workshop series Many game studios in Europe and around the world are increasingly invested in diversity and inclusion as part of their mission to create a positive working environment. However, when it comes to anti-racism, the active confrontation of racist structures and biases, terms like “diversity” and “inclusion” are often not enough to […]
CREATE YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $500! The "Games for All" Game Design Challenge empowers K-12 students to create their own video game through a collaborative, creative and critical thinking journey. IGDA and Legends of Learning are proud to host the Spring '22 Game Design Challenge! The theme for the Spring […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
CREATE YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $500! The "Games for All" Game Design Challenge empowers K-12 students to create their own video game through a collaborative, creative and critical thinking journey. IGDA and Legends of Learning are proud to host the Spring '22 Game Design Challenge! The theme for the Spring […]
Get ready — the new season of Global Games Pitch is back in April! 🔥 It’s an international online pitching event where you’ll get a chance to get your game noticed by publishers and investors from all over the world. Just like the previous time, there will be two separate events for different platforms. On […]
The XP Game Developer Summit is a hybrid B2B event for the video game industry. The focus is to foster business development and investment opportunities for Canadian businesses. The Summits supports industry growth and expands the skills & networks of industry professionals through facilitating business transactions, networking, speaker panels, professional development, and workshops. This year […]
CREATE YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $500! The "Games for All" Game Design Challenge empowers K-12 students to create their own video game through a collaborative, creative and critical thinking journey. IGDA and Legends of Learning are proud to host the Spring '22 Game Design Challenge! The theme for the Spring […]
CREATE YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME FOR A CHANCE TO WIN $500! The "Games for All" Game Design Challenge empowers K-12 students to create their own video game through a collaborative, creative and critical thinking journey. IGDA and Legends of Learning are proud to host the Spring '22 Game Design Challenge! The theme for the Spring […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
The GMG Fellowship provides participants, or "Fellows", an insider’s view of the games industry, an opportunity to give back to the community by teaching & mentoring, plus access to exclusive industry & career building opportunities. Fellows spend three weeks teaching at GMG’s flagship Summer Camp. This year, the camp will be held both virtually and in-person at various locations across the country! Fellows also attend exclusive industry & community events through the program. Events are […]
GamesBeat returns with its largest event for leaders in gaming. On 26 April, over 500 in-person attendees will be coming together at the Beverly Hilton, Los Angeles, and on 27-28 April, 2500+ registrants will log onto the virtual event to discuss what’s to come in the next generation of gaming. Core themes that will be […]
What: Pitch it! - Spring Edition When: 27 & 28 April Deadline: 23 April You save time finding the right partners just by sorting through all the information we are gathering from attendees like Investment Range - Type of deals - Development stage - Business model - Genre & type of game - Platforms... just to name […]
Games Job Fair Spring 2022 is a recruitment, career-building, and networking event bringing together Industry Speakers and 1000+ Talents from around the world! The 3-day event takes place ONLINE on 27-29 April. Participating talents can expect the chance to get hired by a studio, receive valuable information, find great opportunities, and participate in several fun […]
About the workshop series Many game studios in Europe and around the world are increasingly invested in diversity and inclusion as part of their mission to create a positive working environment. However, when it comes to anti-racism, the active confrontation of racist structures and biases, terms like “diversity” and “inclusion” are often not enough to […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
The IGDA LocSIG is happy to announce that we will organize our first YouTube Live AMA on May 5th, 7 p.m. (CET) with Elena Zaffaroni, game linguistic tester and localization project manager. Elena has 14 years of experience (and counting) in the game industry, and she's happy to share her experience and everything she's learned. […]
Digital Media Wire's LA Games Conference is returning online from 9-11 May, 2022. Join industry leaders as they discuss the metaverse, esports, UGG & mods, M&A and investments, creator economy, legal issues, gaming culture & lifestyle, games marketing and more. Visit the website for more info. IGDA members save 20% by using the code here.
VR&AR Fair 2022 will be sharing a show floor of 50,000 sq.m with AVE 2022 and DDSE 2022, together hosting an estimated 450+ exhibitors and tens of thousands of related buyers. What’s more, the show will be supported by a strong advisor lineup comprised of influential organizations like VR/AR Association, Heilongjiang VR Technology Society, and […]
DDSE 2022 will be sharing a show floor of 50,000 sq.m with AVE 2022 and VR&AR Fair 2022, together hosting an estimated 450+ exhibitors and tens of thousands of related buyers. What’s more, the show will be supported by a strong advisor lineup comprised of leading enterprises like FengYuZhu, Crystal CG, Lifang Group, Silkroad CG […]
Join us for the Closing Ceremony of the "Games for All" Game Design Challenge! The Game Design Challenge empowered K-12 students to create their own video game through a collaborative, creative and critical thinking journey. The virtual experience consisted of four lessons and five presentations to empower students on their game design journey. The goal […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Nordic Game is very happy to announce their return to Slagthuset in May for NG22 Spring, the twenty-first edition of Europe’s leading games conference and the only event in the world with a dedicated focus on the entire Nordic industry. NG22 Spring will be held on 17-20 May, both online and in Malmö, Sweden. This […]
About the workshop series Many game studios in Europe and around the world are increasingly invested in diversity and inclusion as part of their mission to create a positive working environment. However, when it comes to anti-racism, the active confrontation of racist structures and biases, terms like “diversity” and “inclusion” are often not enough to […]
Navigating employment and discrimination protections in the workplace with a trial attorney and a human resources executive. Tune in for a conversation and Q&A between two professionals dealing with employees’ rights and inclusivity every day in their careers. The panel will cover practical advice on what to watch out for and how to respond to […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
About the workshop series Many game studios in Europe and around the world are increasingly invested in diversity and inclusion as part of their mission to create a positive working environment. However, when it comes to anti-racism, the active confrontation of racist structures and biases, terms like “diversity” and “inclusion” are often not enough to […]
We are happy to announce that Diana Díaz Montón will join us for our next live AMA! Diana has been in this industry for over 20 years as a localization specialist freelancer and also co-founded a company specialized in video game localization. This interview will be divided in two parts, a case study about making […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
SIDEFX is proud to announce the Houdini Game Jam 2022! Houdini Game Jam will take place over the course of one week from 17-24 June 2022. The game jam will begin when the theme is revealed via livestream on SideFX’s Twitch channel on June 17th at 11am PDT. Game jammers will then have one week to build their games […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
The leading games industry conference, Pocket Gamer Connects, lands in the bustling, vibrant and diverse city of Toronto for the first time in its history. Over 750 games industry professionals will gather in town on 6-7 July to network, discover, pitch and learn from 150 of the world’s leading authorities. Mobile, PC and console, blockchain, […]
Kylan Coats is going to share his experience starting Crispy Creative and working on "A Long Journey to an Uncertain End"! About this event Kyan Coats is going to speak about his experience launching an indie studio and working on their debut title "A Long Journey to an Uncertain End", a game focused on bringing […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Develop:Brighton is the only event in the UK that brings the entire game-making industry together - from global superstars to micro indies, to learn from each other, share ideas and experiences, network and do business in a friendly and inclusive environment. And we've been doing it since 2006. We’ve been listening to our community and this year […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
When: July 28-29 Where: Lithuania, Vilnius, Radisson Blu Lietuva On July 28-29 DevGAMM Vilnius 2022 will feature two conference days in Lithuania at Radisson Blu Lietuva with business meetings, talks from industry experts, expo with new games and company booths, and job opportunities. Here’s a brief look into amazing speakers’ line-up: Leszek Szczepański, Guerrilla Games, […]
The Design of Groundhog Day: Like Father Like Son (or how to design when you are trapped in a time loop) In this talk we will cover the design and production process of the VR game Groundhog Day: Like Father Like Son (2019). From the conceptualization to the release of the project. We'll talk about […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
When: 8 August-11 August Where: Vancouver Convention Centre and Virtual Platform Immerse yourself in the future of computer graphics, interactive techniques, research, and scientific visualization at SIGGRAPH 2022! Our virtual conference experience starts 25 July with hours of on-demand content in our virtual platform. The in person, interactive experience starts 8 August in Vancouver with […]
We are happy to announce that Guido Di Carlo will join us for the next live AMA (Ask me Anything) on August 16th, 7 p.m. CET! Guido has been working in the translation industry for 12 years. First, as PM for various agencies and then as a freelance game translator. When he's not converting text […]
The IGDA Game Art SIG warmly invites you to SketchClub Online—a FREE (roughly) bi-weekly event kindly sponsored by SAE Institute Zurich and hosted by author and designer Chris Solarski with the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary approaches to figure sketching and character design. Attendees are encouraged to participate in artistic challenges prescribed for each each session, for which Chris is on hand to offer […]
Date: 2 - 4 September 2022 Location: PROGR (Center for Cultural Practice), Bern, Switzerland Admission: FREE Since 2019, the PlayBern Festival has been presenting the creative side of gaming to a broad audience. Complete novice or seasoned nerd? Person with a disability or without? Young or old? There is a lot to discover for everyone in the […]
Mobidictum announces the region’s largest video game industry event, Mobidictum Business Conference (MBC). The event will take place in Istanbul on September 5-6, and bring the industry together at Haliç Congress Center. Mobidictum Business Conference will address every corner of the industry, from mobile games to blockchain titles and onward. MBC 2022 welcomes both well-known […]
Toronto indie studios unite to share their journey in marketing their games and discussing the techniques and gambits that shaped their trajectory. Join the IGDA Toronto Discord to RSVP, receive notifications, and get in on the conversation!
Mark your calendars! We welcome you to join the online Quantum Game Jam, an event where you will collaborate with game developers, quantum physicists, visual artists, musicians, coders and others in order to develop games that connect to quantum physics either through real machinery or simply thematically. Materials about both game development and quantum physics is provided […]
We are happy to announce that Eman Abdo will join us for the next live AMA (Ask me Anything) on September 16th, 7 p.m. CEST! Eman Abdo is an English to Arabic translator specialized in localization and transcreation, mainly in game localization, e-learning, and marketing. She is the author of Egypt Localization Guide, and […]
IGDA Finland is delighted to invite YOU to participate at this year's W Love Games Conference which will take place on the 13-14th of October 2022 in Helsinki! The event is FREE to attend, the registration is requited in order to receive access to all the content and to network with other participants. This year […]
XTiming Academy is a mentorship program developed in collaboration with the IGDA that teaches, supports, and mentors mobile game developers throughout the entire game development and marketing process with the assistance of industry leaders. What's Offered? Tailor-Made Classes Access to Mentors Benefits for the Bests in the Class Access to Tools Interested? Visit the website […]
Want to know the secrets of a good lockit? The IGDA LocSIG is happy to announce that Caro Panero will join us for our next live AMA on how to make a good lockit! Caro Panero is an English>LatAm Spanish translator specialized in video game localization, subtitling & webcomics. She is also: - […]
The XR Community is meeting, in person, this October in Lisbon, Portugal to connect, learn and grow the AR and VR ecosystem. Join this inspiring community of XR professionals; An XR ecosystem marketplace where end-users meet solution providers in a curated setting. The 5th AWE EU: 2 days on the bleeding edge of AR/VR 200+ speakers, including […]
gamescom Asia aims to serve as the premier platform for Southeast Asian game developers to explore partnerships and expand their audiences globally. For international studios, we are the stepping stone into the Southeast Asian region, reaching fans and talent within one of the fastest growing games markets in the world. gamescom asia is the satellite […]
GameSoundCon: 25-26 October, 2022 Los Angeles, CA and Online GameSoundCon the game music, sound design and virtual reality audio conference normally held annually in Los Angeles, is both live and online for 2022. The largest professional conference on game music and sound design features sessions and panels on the creative, technical and business issues of […]
Are you a game developer looking for a challenge to hone and showcase your Programming and/or Art Skills? Games Job Fair—a recruitment, networking, and career-building event for the games industry—is preparing something special for you during its October iteration. The 3-Day (Oct 26-28) online, free for talents event hosts games studios from Europe such as […]
Get ready for Global Games Pitch — Mobile Games in November! 🔥 It’s an international online pitching event where you’ll have a chance to get your game noticed by publishers and investors from all over the world. 🚀 You'll get access to the database of publishers and investors and an opportunity to write to them […]
The India Game Developer Conference (IGDC) is India's premier game developers conference! Now in its 14th year, IGDC is the biggest and the most significant developer conference in not only India, but South Asia. The conference plays a key role in developing the Indian Gaming ecosystem; from helping developers gain valuable insight and pick up […]
Explore the process of adding voices to videogames, and how characters are portrayed and cast over hundreds of hours of gameplay. Go along to GET YOUR GAME ON, the ONLY event in the world dedicated to voice-acting for videogames, in LA on November 4th to find out firsthand. What can you expect at GET YOUR […]
The IGDA LocSIG is happy to announce that Katrina Leonoudakis will join us for our next live AMA about localization engineering! Katrina Leonoudakis is a Japanese to English localization specialist focused on audiovisual media. Her translation work has been featured on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and Crunchyroll. She has an MA in translation from Kent […]
Is your game's data architecture in good health? You might be surprised by what you find.
Refactoring code to manage sessions, event structures, and changing the way calls are made will cost you release cycles and significant data loss. In this webinar, we'll cover three topics to help you avoid these issues: (1) million dollar mistakes to avoid when storing data for your games; (2) tips and tricks seasoned gaming companies employ to become 10x more efficient; and (3) core infrastructure components you should implement before hiring your analytics and data teams.
If you can build games with a data architecture plan from the start, you will save time, money, and headaches. Everyone on your team from data analyst to executive will thank you for making their job a little easier.
Africa Games Week is the ultimate conference exploring the business of video games in Africa. Bringing together industry leaders from across Africa and the World, conferences hosted include Make Games Africa, Africa Stream Con, and the African legs of Games 4 Change New York, and the USA Mobile Growth Association Summit, both running their Africa […]
The IGDA is officially founded in central Virginia!! This is the second of two pilot events in 2022 to gauge interest in connecting all the game developers from Charlottesville to Richmond to Virginia Beach. Our initial goal is to increase awareness of game development across the region and build our network of game industry professionals […]
An annual award show to celebrate work done by Utah game developers in the past year. The flyer is ready (Thank you Nathan Platt!) so we can start sharing this around. Take it to any libraries, schools, or game stores you visit, and post the link to your social networks if you like! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VhrJMDxd3QX8ZNpJWGEi_wjXhZ0xGRlf2S5rNRSxmT0/edit?usp=sharing
Register for the webinar here. Event Details A friendly contest? Why yes! In this IGDA webinar, three game devs will champion their use case of text to speech (TTS) in their games. Namely: Accessibility, Character Voices, and Prototyping. A refresher: text to speech is what it says in the name, you write or generate a piece […]
The IGDA wants to provide 500 new developers (or more!) with an IGDA membership, and we'd love your support in reaching this goal. A sponsorship from you would allow us to provide a new cohort of IGDA members with valuable networking opportunities, access to a global community of IGDA chapters and special interest groups, mentorship, […]
Come join your local game developer friends to swap pandemic tales and development highlights! This will be a casual networking event at St. Augustine's, located conveniently near the SkyTrain. Please be sure to RSVP (Facebook | LinkedIn) so we may inform the venue of our group size!
Come join the Indianapolis game developers for an evening of.. whatever. Game design, game testing, demoing new builds. Social chatter, networking. Brainstorming new dumb game ideas. Talking about the weather. Come prepared with some thoughts on what you've been working on recently. And ready to chat with others about the same.
DevGAMM will hold its first conference in Gdańsk, Poland at the AmberExpo on March 1-2. DevGAMM Gdańsk will be done in collaboration with Digital Vikings, which was born out of an idea of matching indie developers with publishers and investors. The game developers can already submit games for DevGAMM Showcase, to present their projects to […]
One of the longest running academic conferences in the Midwest returns! Shawnee State University presents: Shawnee Game Conference! March 10-11, 2023. Featuring a gaming expo, speakers and panels composed of gaming and gaming adjacent industry professionals, competitions, and more, this conference is a celebration of Appalachian gaming. Register here to secure your visitor pass or […]
Hey Everyone! We're back at it and it's time to kick (re)start our monthly mixer! We're going to be at a cool game taproom called GameCraft. They have lots of space, TVs tuned into Twitch, and tasty food/drinks! Oh, and they brew their own delicious beer. They're right off the 5 freeway at the Lake […]
Come join your local game developer friends to swap pandemic tales and development highlights! This will be a casual networking event at St. Augustine's, located conveniently near the SkyTrain. Please be sure to RSVP so we may inform the venue of our group size! St. Augustine's 2360 Commercial Drive Vancouver, BC, Canada V5N 4B7 Hosted by […]
The IGDA LocSIG is happy to announce that Brandon Huffman will join us for our next live AMA! Brandon J. Huffman is an attorney and founder of Odin Law and Media, which focuses on counseling video game and interactive media clients on issues related to content, licensing, publishing, intellectual property, privacy and internet regulatory issues, […]
Are you going to GDC and do you want to plan more meetings ahead? Get your tickets for MeetToMatch - The San Francisco Edition, powered by Xsolla and start your trade show with an agenda filled with relevant meetings. MeetToMatch – The San Francisco Edition is your most relevant platform for business in the games […]
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) brings the game development community together to exchange ideas, solve problems, and shape the future of the industry across five days of education, inspiration, and networking. Attendees include programmers, artists, producers, game designers, audio professionals, and business leaders. IGDA members can save 10% on GDC 2022 All Access, Core, Online Only, […]
Join IGDA, Unreal Engine, Modulate, and other industry communities over good food/drink, memorable entertainment, and meaningful networking.
Location: Doughnuts and Dragons Time: 6:30 to 8:00 Come join the Indianapolis game developers for an evening of.. whatever. Game design, game testing, demoing new builds. Social chatter, networking. Brainstorming new dumb game ideas. Talking about the weather. Come prepared with some thoughts on what you've been working on recently. And ready to chat with […]
Come celebrate the reopening of IGDA Austin chapter with us! This mixer will include free snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic) as well as the opportunity to socialize and network with our past members and veteran developers. See y'all there!
The IGDA and da Vinci Center present a live event with Independent video game developer, Rami Ismail. Participants will learn what it takes to turn a dream game into a funded title, and a chance for live Q&A with one of the most influential people in the video games industry. Named in Forbes "30 under […]
Gain an understanding on where to start on developing a security package for small business. Talking points will cover the current landscape of security threats and how the remote/COVID environment has changed our need secure our companies and customers more. Additionally, “why security matters and where to start” will be addressed with opportunities to ask […]
XP Game Developer Summit coming to the Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, April 20 – 21, 2023 Join hundreds of video game professionals and help shape the future of Canadian gaming! The XP Game Developer Summit is back and has leveled up! Connect with industry professionals from around the world to foster collaboration, exchange knowledge, and […]
IGDA Vancouver's monthly casual meetup for any and all game developers in the area.
Building a Localization Studio From The Void The IGDA LocSIG is happy to announce that Marc Eybert-Guillon, director of the localization studio From The Void, will join us for our next live AMA! Marc has been working as a professional game translator since 2017. Known (a little) at the start for having reworked some of […]
IGDA Delhi presents Gamedev Meetup! A day dedicated to celebrating gamedevs of Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and around. Join us for a curated experience highlighting the superstars of Indian gamedev, micro-talks, and casual networking.
Come out to share a drink or two (or none) with other games industry folk, and chat about your wonders and woes, on Thursday the 18th, for IGDA Vancouver's monthly meetup.
Webinar Details The goal of this webinar is to share how game companies can enhance their talent acquisition strategies by leveraging the experience and expertise of candidates who are returning to the workforce after a gap in employment. Learn from reacHIRE's very own Program Manager, Laura Shackelford, and T-Mobile Returnship Participant, Ramalakshmi Nataraja, as they […]
As the leading games conference in Europe we have a lot to offer! This year, the Nordic Game experience is online as well as at the beautiful venue being in Slagthuset in Malmö, Sweden, filled with the best speakers from the global industry and our own Nordic heroes. You'll have access to countless games industry […]
Baltic Dev Days, Europe's largest international non-profit B2B video game developer conference, invites you to Kiel on June 1 to 2, 2023 for cross-industry knowledge transfer and networking. After a three-year break due to the Corona outbreak, the game developer conference Baltic Dev Days returns. The event will take place on June 1 and 2 […]
The IGDA and Gallery 5 present a live event with Independent video game studio heads from Mohawk Games (Old World, Offworld Trading Company), and Farbridge (RWBY Grimm Eclipse, Walkabout Mini Golf, Unnanounced Gearbox Project). Speakers for this event will be in-person, travelling to Richmond to help us build game development in Central Virginia. CEO of […]
When: 15 - 16 June 2023, 6pm (CEST) / 12pm (EDT) Where: Online, Free ICE is a conference dedicated to the disciplines encompassing all creative processes around 3D environments, from concept and design to final result. The emerging line-up features exciting speakers from games and film, including Rolf Mohr (Insomniac, Disney, Dreamworks etc.) and Michael […]
IGDA Vancouver monthly social meetup for June. Open to everyone in the games industry in (or visiting) Vancouver.
This summer, 1,000+ major studios, publishers, investors, and developers are getting together in the sunny capital of Lithuania for two days of DevGAMM x Vilnius '23. Expect top-notch sessions, an exciting games showcase and some of the finest networking mingles around! If you’ve been working on something, this is your chance to get the word […]
GDC Showcase is an all-digital event designed to bring the global game dev community together with exciting sessions, live networking opportunities, and more–happening this 27-29 June! GDC Showcase will feature past GDC session highlights as well as all-new pre-recorded sessions with live speaker Q&As in the chat, live fireside chats, and insights from some of […]
Early Bird Registration is now open for the 2023 Japanese Video Game Music Bootcamp, which will run from July 10 and run through August 3! Tuition is currently $50 off until June 26! The course is taught by IGDA mentor Eric Ye, a leading educator who has helped mentees build their skills in game audio […]
Dates: Wednesday, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 7 Time: UTC: 15:00 - 16:00, 8am to 9am Pacific Time Description: This workshop exclusively for IGDA Members. A crash course before Gamescom on networking, negotiating, and communicating in different cultures. This series from Conduit covers business development skills every game developer should have before attending […]
Dates: Wednesday, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 7 Time: UTC: 15:00 - 16:00, 8am to 9am Pacific Time Description: This workshop exclusively for IGDA Members. A crash course before Gamescom on networking, negotiating, and communicating in different cultures. This series from Conduit covers business development skills every game developer should have before attending […]
Meet us at Doughnuts and Dragons for words and more. Meetup link here: https://www.meetup.com/gamedevin/events/294082950/
Dates: Wednesday, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 7 Time: UTC: 15:00 - 16:00, 8am to 9am Pacific Time Description: This workshop exclusively for IGDA Members. A crash course before Gamescom on networking, negotiating, and communicating in different cultures. This series from Conduit covers business development skills every game developer should have before attending […]
Join us for a talk on combat design with Jordan Ajlouni (Lead Designer - Sword and Wand)! == Schedule == (Free pizza will be served) 6pm : Developer Lounge / Open Playtesting 7pm : (event start) Community Show-and-Tell (register your 10-min slot) 8pm : Industry Speaker 9pm : Networking You can learn more and RSVP here.
Celebrate 50 years of SIGGRAPH conferences, and make your mark on the next 50 years of innovation this 6-10 August in Los Angeles! If you’re passionate about discovering the bold future of art, animation, research, gaming, production, and more, SIGGRAPH 2023 is the place to be. Get ready to be immersed in a world of […]
devcom is the official game developer event of gamescom and Europe’s biggest game developer community-driven industry conference. Offering additional content and events throughout the year, devcom constantly emphasizes its core values of diversity, inclusion and sustainability. Established in 2017, devcom is the official game developer event of gamescom, the world’s largest computer and video games […]
Are you going to gamescom and do you want to plan more meetings ahead? Join the largest summer matchmaking service in the games industry! MeetToMatch - The Cologne Edition 2023, powered by Xsolla is your most relevant platform for business in the games industry during gamescom since 2016. Trusted by thousands of publishers, investors, governments […]
Come by for our next event at the Puny Human offices on Monday, August 28th at 6pm. We will have soft drinks, chips and other snacks available while we run through The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of our Game Development Experience. Looking forward to seeing all your bright, beautiful, smiling faces once again! […]
Latoya Peterson, co-founder and CXO of Glow Up Games, walks through what it took to ship Insecure: The Come Up Game with HBO. Latoya Peterson lives at the intersection of emerging technology and culture. She is cofounder and CXO at Glow Up Games, an award-winning game studio centering storytelling around black and brown joy. Glow […]
Join IGDA Leadership Day from the comfort of your home or in person on the 11th of September at Helsinki BioRex! Leadership Day by IGDA Finland is an international event about how we build companies, teams and working cultures to build better games. Join us in learning and challenging the cutting edge of leadership in […]
GameJamPlus 23/24, the biggest competitive game jam in Latin America and one of the biggest in the Global scenario, is about to start and the IGDA chapters can host the event! The goal is to encourage the creation of games combined with a business vision, in order to allow beginners or hobby developers to find […]
We're planning a community BBQ in September to venture boldly into the waning summer rays and catch up with fellow developers and discuss the latest news with community building and in the game industry as a whole. Why not have some delicious food and play some lawn games while we're at it? Ross from D20Studios […]
Are you going to Tokyo Game Show and do you want to plan more meetings ahead? Or do you want to connect with the participants virtually from the convenience of home? Get your ticket for MeetToMatch - The Tokyo Edition 2023 and join the best matchmaking event in the games industry! We are bringing together […]
Experience two days of top-tier presentations, roundtables, and AMAs by industry pros in game business, marketing, licensing, and production with IndieGameBusiness®. As an added bonus, seize the opportunity to enroll in a business meeting system, powered by our friends at MeetToMatch. Why? While all our sessions remain perpetually free to view, obtaining a pass grants […]
Hello! An event will be organized on September 28th at 7:00 PM to establish the local chapter of the International Game Developers Association (IGDA) in Azerbaijan. You are invited to participate in this event and stay informed about the latest developments in the field of game creation. The establishment of the IGDA chapter in Azerbaijan […]
Two days of talks and networking exploring recent and future advancements in the field of game accessibility. Attendees can expect a wide range of topics from all sectors of the industry – indie to AAA, academia to accessibility specialists – and leave with inspiration, new contacts, and practical knowledge of how to ensure their vision […]
Where: Spark Social/Park Labs in Mission Bay | Kid & Pet friendly When: 5-8pm What: Food trucks & Beverages (non-alc and alc) Reserved Fire pit & S’mores (vegan option available for S’mores) Fire Pit by Wicked Star food truck, behind the big red bus (reserved from 5-7) Cost: Buy your own food/drinks ($5-$25+) Getting there: […]
GameSoundCon 2023 is hybrid! While we would love to see you in person in Burbank, CA, you can now attend remotely with our online only ticket! Online access gives you real-time access to GameSoundCon sessions, live text chat and more. Both in-person and online attendees can watch sessions they missed for up to 3 months […]
Mothership is participating in the Scream Jam 2023, hosted by Kitsch Digital on itch.io. Just in time for the spooky season, our members have an opportunity to partake in this haunting, week-long event. We are hosting a pre-event in our club Discord so members can form teams. There will be a showcase in person the […]
👾 Join Mothership in a dev talk about how to build a successful community on Discord as an indie developer! Kyle Senebouttarath, a senior student from MSOE, is a Roblox developer who owns a successful company and runs a successful game called Michael Zombies. This event will be on 10/24 at 5 pm on campus for our student members. […]
GUEST BIOGRAPHY Geoffrey "GZ" Zatkin is a game designer, industry executive, and serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the video game industry. One of the original designers of EverQuest, co-founder of game data giant EEDAR and game development studio Experiment 7, Geoffrey is also Extra Credits studio director and game designer in […]
Enter the realm of innovation and creativity with the ZEPETO World Jam Fall 2023 beginning October 30th through December 11th. Prize pools range from $2,000 to $10,000, so be sure to register today for the jam here. The ZEPETO team is hosting a webinar for the IGDA community to help build awareness of the jam […]
🚀 Join us for an EPIC 24-hour Fundraiser Stream for Mothership on Twitch! 🎮🌟 📅 Date: 11/11 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM - 12:00 PM (Yes, you read that right!) We're on a mission to make a HUGE difference in the lives of children, and we need YOUR help! 🏥✨ 🌟 Event Details: 🎮 24-Hour Fundraiser […]
Event: ICE - The 3D Environment Creation Conference When: 14, 15, 16 November 2023, 5pm (CEST) / 11pm (EDT) Where: Online, Free Website: https://www.ice.art/ ICE is a conference dedicated to the disciplines encompassing all creative processes around 3D environments, from concept and design to final result. The emerging line-up features exciting speakers from games and […]
Calling all Android developers for the WE CREATE ANDROID GAME JAM! In collaboration with the Global Game Jam, International Game Developers Association (IGDA), and IGDA Foundation, and in partnership with Google Play, we are thrilled to share an exciting opportunity for game developers in Asia and Latin America – WE CREATE ANDROID GAME JAM. This […]
Join us on 25 November, 2023 from 9am-1pm PST for this women indies showcase on Twitch! Marginalized developers are often left out when it comes to the mentorship and guidance crucial to generating discoverability. The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) and Women in Games International (WIGI) are running a live stream event celebrating and amplifying […]
SIGGRAPH Asia is a special and unique place for artists, scientists, and innovators to converge and share their love for computer graphics. As a roving event in the Asia Pacific region, every SIGGRAPH Asia edition brings together a brilliant blend of computer graphics and interactive techniques with the host country’s local culture. This year, we […]
Developers around the world have faced many challenges this year. Massive layoffs, mental health struggles, the list goes on. At IGDA, we're constantly collaborating with organizations and finding ways to best support our diverse community. One topic that has emerged frequently in these conversations is how game developers can work together to support and empower […]
We are back with the IGDA Delhi Year-End Mixer! Say goodbye to 2023 over food and drinks.
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IGDA West Virginia is the sponsor of a new Global Game Jam site located in Morgantown, WV. This a hybrid site, with the in person location being Evansdale Crossing in Morgantown, WV. Our room is on the 4th floor inside of the Media Innovation Center and the "Storytelling Hub". Sign up here to be part […]
Going to NAMM? Us too! Join us with The Midi Association at NAMM 2024! Instruments, Midi 2.0, and manufacturers- oh my!
A gaming exec, an indie and an academic walk into a bar..." Join us for a lively chat and storytelling event from the unique perspectives of: Shannon Loftis, Former VP XBox Rami Ismail, Founder Vlambeer Allen Turner, Asst. Professor, Chair Game Design, DePaul University 25 January, at 9am PT / 12pm ET - this live […]
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It’s been a tough year for many game devs. People are in need of support, connections, career resources, mentorship, and community now more than ever. That’s why the IGDA is hosting its 2024 New Year, New Developer sponsored membership drive to help support developers in need. By sponsoring an IGDA membership for others, you help us provide […]
IndieGameBusiness® and Global Game Jam are thrilled to announce they’ll be in co-op mode for their event “So you made a game, now what... the next steps to getting your game pitched, made and published” from February 5th - 9th. Following the January Global Game Jam®, which took place January 22 - 28, free lectures […]
Gamers Geekery and Tavern is an awesome board game cafe with food, drinks, and a fantastic collection of games. If you've enjoyed past IGDA events, or are looking to meet some industry professionals in the area, come on through! Our December event was a big hit and so we've decided to host quarterly meet ups […]
MeetToMatch has added another flagship event to their roster this year: MeetToMatch – The Las Vegas Edition 2024, February 13 - 15, is your most relevant platform for business in the games industry. Meet all relevant publishers, investors, and developers during this inaugural Las Vegas Edition taking place during DICE, and make the most out of your visit […]
Experience two days of top-tier presentations, roundtables, and AMAs by industry pros in game business, marketing, licensing, and production with IndieGameBusiness®. As an added bonus, seize the opportunity to enroll in a business meeting system, powered by our friends at MeetToMatch. Why? While all our sessions remain perpetually free to view, obtaining a pass grants […]
Join us as ReadSpeaker reviews some of the best Global Game Jam submissions with accessibility features! RSVP to attend!
On February 28-29 the heart of gaming will beat in Gdańsk as industry professionals gather for the next edition of DevGAMM. DevGAMM is returning to Amber Expo in the magical city of Gdansk, Poland, for its second edition, after a great launch in March of last year with more than 550 professionals from 38 nations […]
Games Gathering will open their 2024 season with a hybrid event in Lviv from Feb 29 - Mar 3. The conference kicks off with an online only day on February 29th and physical event will take place Mar 2-3, with the talks available online. The call for speakers is currently open. Apply to speak using […]
Pocket Gamer Connects, returns to San Francisco for the first time since 2018, taking place at the The Hibernia March 18-19. The PGC crew will be running a whole host of side activities and curated matchmaking events to cater to everyone’s networking needs, like: Investor Connector (application deadline: March 1) Publisher SpeedMatch (application deadline: March […]
Leverage specialized talent and flexible project management with Gamers Home, a platform dedicated to connecting game studios with skilled freelancers. Discover a comprehensive guide to sign up, create projects, and access a diverse range of services, along with success stories that underscore our commitment to the gaming industry's growth and innovation. Agenda Overview of Gamers […]
Hamburg Games Conference is gearing up for its 2024 iteration on 5 - 6 March at Altonaer Museum offering insightful talks and panels presented by renowned industry leaders. Use the discount code to save 20 % on your HGC ticket and join us in exploring the expo hall, expand your network at the event or beforehand […]
Join Sharon Fisher of Keyword Studios (former Club Penguin/Disney, Two Hat, Keywords Studios) as she shares 5 questions that can help you build your game with a community health-first mindset. She’ll examine why building your own moderation software isn't a game worth playing and explore how to make community features a priority at every stage […]
IGDA West Virginia will start hosting monthly meetings on the second Sunday of each month. Our meetings will be held remote on discord, at 1 PM EST, unless otherwise noted. As this is a new chapter, there's a lot of opportunity for leadership as well as setting our goals. Come with ideas on events or […]
The 38th annual Game Developers Conference (GDC), taking place March 18-22 at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, delivers the game industry's greatest source of content and connections—with innovative exhibitors, awe-inspiring technology, and powerful talks led by game developers who live and breathe this industry. IGDA Members get a 10% discount! Game devs and […]
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Since its inception in 1994, the IASIG has been driven by a selection of audio-focused volunteers with the goal of uniting the audio hardware and software industries with creators, researchers, and educators in order to push for the state-of-the-art for the industry. Want to improve game audio workflow or the professional audio tools available to […]
When: 16-17 April 2024, 5pm (CEST) / 11pm (EDT) Where: Online, Free Website: https://www.ice.art/ ICE is a conference dedicated to the disciplines encompassing all creative processes around 3D environments, from concept and design to final result. The emerging line-up features exciting speakers from games and film, including concept artist digital matte painter Yvonne Muinde (Avatar, Rise […]
GAconf, 22nd - 23rd April: A dev conference on accessibility for disabled players, both in person at the Pullman St Pancras Hotel in London, and remotely via Zoom and Discord. Two days of talks and networking, with speakers ranging from AAAs and publishers like Xbox, EA and Guerrilla to indies such as Dlala, Hyper Luminal […]
Join Digital Media Wire on May 6th for LA Games Conference: Law and Finance Summit! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of gaming, media, and investment as the LA Games Conference sets the stage for high-energy interactions, focused networking, impactful meetings, and game-changing deal-making. This Year's Topics Include: - Current Trends & Research Presentations - […]
Indie Cup Europe’24 is an online-only festival of upcoming indie games made in Europe. Participating developers can showcase their projects to potential partners, win awards and get feedback from the festival jury. Participation is free for developers. The deadline for submissions is May 19, 2024. Official website link: https://indiecup.net Date/time: May 24 to Aug 2, 2024
Nordic Game is the leading games conference in Europe, and 2024 will mark its twenty-fifth and twenty-sixth editions as well as 20-year jubilee with our return to Malmö, Sweden and online as well as to Helsinki, Finland. Gathering thousands of industry professionals in the spring and autumn each year, Nordic Game is the one and […]
🚀¡No te puedes perder esta oportunidad de conectar con la industria, en este developers MeetUp con ChainSafe Gaming! Estaremos apoyando de parte de IGDA Colombia Centro para discutir acerca de WEB3 Gaming y el futuro de los videojuegos para impulsar la industria colombiana. ¡Nos vemos allá! Link de registro: https://lu.ma/web3gamingbogota
Live Service Gaming Summit is here, 9-11 September, 2024 Enquire Today to Secure Your Seat and Savings The gaming industry is witnessing a seismic shift towards live service games, and there's no better time to delve into the heart of this evolution than at the Live Service Gaming Summit. Set to take place 9-11 September […]
XP Game Summit Coming to Hyatt Regency Toronto, June 13-14, 2024 Join hundreds of video game professionals and unlock the potential of game Intellectual Property (IP)! The XP Game Summit is back for 2024! Connect with global industry professionals to explore crucial industry trends, develop new and innovative business-building opportunities, and help shape the future […]
TRAMITI, AATA, AATI, ATRAE, AVÜ… What do these initials have in common? They all aim to bring translators together! 💪 The IGDA Localization Special Interest Group is hosting a roundtable discussing the collective empowerment of national associations. Join us for a lively discussion with Beatrice Ceruti, Maxime Place, Laura Cariola, Tamara Morales, and Christian […]
The IGDA Delhi Gamedev Meetup is back! 🎉 This year's event is powered by our amazing sponsor, WinZo, and we can't wait to see you all there! Here's what's on the agenda: Networking: hang out with fellow gamedevs, and collect feedback for your games; we'll take care of lunch and refreshments. Micro-talks: quick 5-min talks […]
Reimagine The Future Of Computer Graphics At SIGGRAPH 2024, the Premier Conference & Exhibition on Computer Graphics & Interactive Techniques. For over 50 years, the SIGGRAPH conference has been a home to a global community of innovators whose creativity and imaginative spirit are the catalysts for advancement and change in the industry. We’re preparing a […]
Join us at the Serious Play Conference 2024, taking place August 12-14 at the University of Toronto, Mississauga. This year, we are pleased to welcome keynote speakers Dr. Kris Alexander and Dr. Rachel Kowert, who bring their expertise in the educational and psychological aspects of gaming. The conference will feature over 80 sessions, providing insights […]
This Gaming expo will be an all-day event aimed at educating, entering, and, most importantly, engaging with the Philadelphia gaming community. The event will begin with informative panels and discussions about the gaming industry and its future in Philadelphia. Additionally, in true gaming fashion, we will feature on-site competitions where gamers can compete for amazing […]
El IEEE Computational Intelligence Society Argentina junto al Games Technical Committee llevarán a cabo el martes 17 de septiembre la undécima edición del Torneo Regional de Inteligencia Computacional como actividad previa de ARGENCON 2024, el Congreso Bienal premium de la Sección Argentina del IEEE. El TRIC presentará conferencias, talleres y otras actividades relacionadas a los tópicos mencionados con la […]
Our 9th annual celebration of Game Devs of Color will feature new voices and games that connect an uplifting community of creators from around the world. Save the date for: Online conference with talks, panels, and interviews with industry experts Networking Day, Grant Award Ceremony, live chat, digital booths, meetings, job board, and more Game […]
The IGDA at UNC Charlotte will be holding its first meeting on Thursday, September 19th in Friday room 130. This meeting is open to any student currently enrolled at the university. All majors are welcome. We hope to see you there!
IGDA members save 40% on tickets for Horizons in Bordeaux, France. Visit the Discounts page for details.
The inner workings and cultures of game companies are some of the least documented aspects of game development. Yet our work is shaped and defined choices we make every single day. Join us in learning and challenging the cutting edge of leadership in games from some of the brightest minds in the industry! The call […]
D.I.C.E. Lake Como takes place September 30 - October 2, 2024, at the Sheraton Lake Como Hotel in Como, Italy, a short train ride from Milan. This 3-day event will make the most of its stunning surroundings, offering a relaxing, resort-like atmosphere in which attendees will be treated to insightful speaker programming and an intimate […]
The leading games industry conference, Pocket Gamer Connects, returns to Finland again in 2024! Over 1,500 games industry professionals will gather in Helsinki on October 1-2 to network, discover, pitch and learn from 200 of the world’s top experts. Mobile, PC and console, blockchain, VR/AR and more will be covered, across unmissable conference […]
ICE: The 3D Environment Conference 1-3 October 2024 Free, online/remote More info to come soon. https://www.ice.art/
Join us this week for a presentation on how you can make a Steam page for your games!
Traemos para toda nuestra comunidad este meetup Pre SOFA, en esta ocasión con Esteban Maldonado, Senior Unity Advocate y Nicolas Trillos Sr. Unity Software Engineer. Vamos a discutir las nuevas herramientas de Unity 6 para crear prototipos multijugador mucho mas rápido, y tendremos una charla sobre desarrollo de juegos para consolas con Unity. Después tendremos […]
Business cards, resumes... talking to people? Networking can be harrowing, so let our panelists of professional game developers show you the ropes for our October meeting! Tuesday, October 8th @ the Drexel ExCiTe Center, starting at 7PM! Remote registration over Zoom: http://bit.ly/IGDAPhillyMonthlyReg
The 2nd edition of the Indian Gaming Convention aims to be the most comprehensive conference for India's online gaming sector. This premier event will convene leading policymakers, regulators, senior government officials, industry leaders, and other essential stakeholders to discuss and explore various perspectives that can drive the sector's growth. The conference is tailored for regulators, […]
Thousands of global professionals gather at the annual SXSW Sydney Conference & Festivals to celebrate diverse perspectives, explore new frontiers, embrace collaboration, and forge a future that reflects the brilliance of our collective imagination. Running over seven days & nights from October 14–20, SXSW Sydney brings together a diverse array of industry leaders, creators, and […]
The Ultimate Games Industry Networking Event of 2024: Mobidictum Conference Prepare to be part of the region's most dynamic and influential gaming event – the Mobidictum Conference 2024. The Mobidictum Conference 2024 is set to be the largest and most influential gaming event in the region. Returning for its third edition, it promises unparalleled experiences […]
gamescom asia brings together the breadth of Southeast Asia's gaming industry and its fans. From AAA games and indie titles to guest appearances, cosplay, esports excellence, online shows, and so much more, gamescom asia 2023 attracted 136 exhibitors and more than 34,000 visitors. The next edition of gamescom asia takes place from 17 - 20 October 2024 in Singapore and is expected to […]
GameJamPlus, the official game jam marathon partner for IGDA, is back with its new edition! GameJamPlus is the world’s largest game development marathon and accelerator, driven by a collaborative and non-profit movement. The goal of GJ+ is to turn your game idea into a product ready to be pitched at the negotiation table of […]
GDEX is excited to work with the IGDA again to help provide mire opportunities for game developers to be successful. GDEX is The Midwest’s Premier Gaming Expo, taking place in Columbus, Ohio on October 24th-27th. Featuring a large expo hall with new and unreleased games, free to play games and tournaments, as well as the […]
The Gaming Industry Conference (GIC), held annually in Poznań, Poland, is one of Central and Eastern Europe’s most prominent events dedicated to the video game industry. Running alongside the popular gaming expo Poznań Game Arena (PGA), GIC serves as a platform for professionals, enthusiasts, and academics to exchange ideas, showcase innovations, and discuss the future […]
GameSoundCon 2024 October 29-30, Burbank, CA GameSoundCon 2024 the leading professional conference for game composers, sound designers, dialogue specialists, educators, researchers, and anyone else involved creating audio and dialogue for games. GameSoundCon is available to attend either in-person or online. Attendees can watch sessions they missed for up to 12 months after GameSoundCon. Casual to AAA, […]
Join us at Marché Bonsecours on October 30–31 for the 2024 Montreal International Game Summit (MIGS)! La Guilde du jeu vidéo du Québec, in partnership with XP Gaming, is proud to present MIGS 2024, Canada’s longest-running B2B video game conference dedicated to the business of gaming and the continued growth of Québec and Canada’s resilient […]
Our annual portfolio advice & review panel is Tuesday, November 12th @ 7PM! Learn what studios look for in a professional portfolio and your portfolio and get feedback from professional developers! Can't make it to the Excite Center? Join online with zoom: http://bit.ly/IGDAPhillyMonthlyReg
Date: November 14-15, 2024 Location: The Oitavos Hotel, Cascais, Portugal Link: https://devgamm.com/lisbon2024/
Midgard, the leading carbon accounting platform for the game industry, is excited to launch a new category of carbon accountable games. These titles, made by developers or publishers that tracked their carbon emissions during development, will be highlighted through an event on both GOG and Steam from Nov 19-27 and Nov 25-Dec 2, 2024, respectively. […]
NOV 21, 2024 - Season of Pride Steam Sale & Queer Indies Showcase The Season of Pride Steam Sale will feature over 100+ queer games from the last several years. The sale link will be live at 10am PST on November 21 until November 27, so bookmark it now! The Queer Indies Showcase is a […]
Get ready for a day of fun and games at the Boston Festival of Indie Games! Join us on December 15th for a family-friendly celebration of indie gaming, featuring a diverse selection of tabletop and digital games, engaging activities, and a chance to connect with fellow gamers and developers. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the […]
As part of our tradition, we invite you to join us for a casual gathering to bid farewell to 2024 alongside fellow gamedevs in a relaxed setting complemented by drinks. RSVP here. Form live till 25th Dec.
Pocket Gamer Connects, the leading international conference series for the global games industry, is returning to London in 2025. On January 20 - 21, over 2,750 industry professionals will gather for two days of networking, pitching, and learning from over 280 of the world’s leading authorities, covering key topics across mobile, PC, Console, web3, AI, […]
We'll be helping facilitate Global Game Jam 2025 at the WVU Morgantown site all this week! For more details, go here: https://globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/2025/west-virginia-university-media-innovation-center-evansdale-crossing The point is to make a game, by Sunday. We'd like to encourage your participation in this international event that celebrates the art and joy of play!
Gamesforum Barcelona , which takes place on 5-6 February at the Intercontinental Hotel is the largest event focusing on growth and monetization in the mobile gaming industry. Join 700+ attendees from 200+ mobile games publishing companies for 2 days of networking and content delivered by 100+ speakers, focusing on User Acquisition, Ad Monetization, Product Monetization […]
Join us on Saturday, February 8th, for an insightful webinar with Senem Aksakal, where we’ll delve deep into the Turkish game industry. We’ll discuss the current state of the sector, national and international success stories, challenges faced, and future opportunities. This event will follow a Q&A format, allowing participants to ask their burning questions and […]
The 2025 D.I.C.E. Summit and Awards will take place in person on February 11-13, 2025 at the Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. D.I.C.E. is an exclusive high-level conference, gathering the brightest and most creative minds dedicated to exploring approaches to the creative process and artistic expression as they uniquely apply to the development […]
Ready for 2 days packed with lectures, panels, and networking all about the business of games? Join IndieGameBusiness® and MeetToMatch for their 14th event which brings together industry leaders, developers, publishers, and investors. There are two ways to enjoy this event, depending on your needs! Free Pass: This pass grants you access to all the […]
Join us at this exclusive event tailored specifically for executives and leaders in the global games industry. The devcom Leadership Summit offers a confidential and collaborative space where top-level professionals can connect, share insights, and address critical industry challenges without the pressures of public scrutiny. In a secure, NDA-protected environment, you’ll have the opportunity to […]
The Unlikely Collaborators™ Game Jam is open to U.S.-based teams living in the United States and we invite all eligible participants and teams to craft exceptional game prototypes! Teams will have the chance to enhance their game development skills, meet and collaborate with other game creators, connect with games industry mentors, and potentially win prizes […]
Come out and hear how games can make an impact on your mental health from the CEO of BetterPlay Studios, Vanessa Lane. She'll go over the orgins of her studio, located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Then on to her passion of melding mental health and video games together through game development. Last, see more about […]
🏰 Discover the Future of GameDev with DevGAMM Gdańsk 🎮 Two days packed with 50+ speakers, workshops and roundtables will bring the vibe of effective networking. And the engaging game-activities will provide great business opportunities for every industry specialist! 📍Amber Expo, Gdańsk, Poland 📅 27-28 February, 2025 Join us for the top gamedev experience 🎟️ […]
Come out and hear how to guide the player in tutorials from UofM's professor in game design, and IGDA Ann Arbor president, Austin Yager!
Build essential connections at Pocket Gamer Connects San Francisco 2025! Join the global mobile games industry at The Hibernia on March 17-18 during conference week. As the leading global B2B games conference, PG Connects offers unrivalled networking opportunities in the heart of San Francisco. You’ll hear from over 70 experts sharing insights on key topics, […]
The 39th annual Game Developers Conference (GDC), taking place March 17-21 at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, delivers the game industry's greatest source of content and connections—with five days of cutting-edge talks and workshops, groundbreaking tools and technologies, and life-changing networking opportunities. Secure your pass and mark your calendar for March 17-21, 2025, […]
If you're working on a game and seeking fresh feedback, join us at the Community Playtest. Or, if you fancy unreleased titles and are willing to share feedback, you are invited as well! Hosted by IGDA India in partnership with JS Institute of Design, this event is a unique opportunity to connect, test, and refine […]
In this introductory session, we will provide an overview of how the IGDA IIIT-D chapter aims to support students in their game development journey. We will discuss the various opportunities available to members, including hands-on learning, networking, and skill-building. Additionally, we will elaborate on the game development pipeline, helping attendees understand the key stages involved […]
This year, Global Game Jam Next (GGJ Next) will be proudly organized by IGDA İzmir/Turkey, in collaboration with Bornova Anatolian High School Game Development Community. As part of this exciting initiative, we aim to empower young and aspiring game developers by providing a structured, inspiring, and collaborative environment where they can learn, create, and connect […]
It’s been a long time coming, but the wait is over— Indie Game Utsav is finally here! Get ready for a festival that’s all about shining a spotlight on the slickest, astounding indie games cooked up by our very own homegrown studios. The best bit? It's taking place under the same roof as Mumbai Comic […]
Join us on April 28, 2025, in Los Angeles for the LA Games Conference: Law & Finance Summit—a must-attend event for founders, dealmakers, investors, and legal experts navigating the business of gaming. This one-day summit focuses on dealmaking, investment, M&A, and legal challenges shaping the interactive entertainment industry. Key Topics: ● Investment Strategies – Market […]
Join us in Austin, Texas, for the premier B2B event dedicated to Games as a Service (GaaS). The Live Service Gaming North America Summit 2025 brings together industry leaders, including Riot Games, EA, Ubisoft, 2K, and more, to explore cutting-edge strategies, tackle challenges, and uncover opportunities in live service gaming. Featuring expert-led sessions, panel discussions, and unparalleled […]
Digital Entertainment World (DEW) returns to Los Angeles on May 22, 2025, at the UCLA Palisades Ballroom! This premier event is a must-attend for industry professionals looking to stay ahead in digital media, gaming, and entertainment. DEW 2025 features 20+ sessions across three dynamic tracks: Investment & M&A, Creators & Brands, and RightsTech AI. Hear […]
会面在深圳的独立游戏开发者，与其他开发者们碰撞思想、藉由项目交流、寻找下个机会的可能性。
https://igda.peoplegrove.com/hub/igda/events/44042 Academics: It's been a long school year. Let's relax, chat (vent?), and play some games. Join us on our server.
Join us for the inaugural IGDA Shenzhen Chapter Gathering! Come enjoy an afternoon of delicious desserts and tea while connecting with fellow game developers and enthusiasts. This casual meetup is the perfect opportunity to share your current projects, exchange game development ideas, and build new friendships within our local gaming community. Whether you're a seasoned […]
How to Create a "Perfect (!)" Pitch Deck? Join us for an exclusive webinar with Umut Ersaraç 🕹🎮, Sr. Account Manager at LIMONCLOUD and Investment Committee Member at PlayGate Ventures! Whether you're a game developer, startup founder, or someone looking to pitch to investors, this session is packed with real insights and practical tips from […]
