Event News

[From the industry] devcom developer conference breaks all records in a new location

devcom Developer Conference 2024, held from August 18–20 at the new Koelnmesse Confex conference center, has ended with record-breaking attendance, session, and speaker numbers. More than 5,000 unique participants registered for the conference, an increase of 45% compared to 2023, consolidating devcom’s position as the largest industry conference in Europe and the second largest …

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gamescom’s Tim Endres and Stefan Heikhaus: “We simply want everyone to enjoy themselves and to leave with one thought: ‘I’m excited for gamescom 2025!’”

On the eve of this year’s event, Tim Endres and Stefan Heikhaus – respectively the directors of gamescom at Kolenmesse (the venue) and game (Germany’s industry trade body) – took the time to answer our questions, on everything from organising gamescom 2024 to what it’s legacy might be. What are …

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Announcing the 2024 MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Award finalists

Following the receipt of hundreds of entries and after an extensive selection process, the shortlist for the MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Awards 2024 is ready for your viewing pleasure! As always, it’s a joy and an honour to read of the incredible contributions women make to video game development in …

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Early Bird tickets available for AI and Games conference taking place in London this November

The inaugural AI and Games conference, set to take place on Friday 8th November 8th at Goldsmiths University in London, aims to gather around 200 experts in video game AI. Attendees will have the chance to learn, network, and exchange ideas on the latest trends and developments in the field. …

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Airship Interactive takes centre stage as the Headline Sponsor for Women in Games Awards 2024.

The MCV/Develop Women in Games Awards has announced that Airship Interactive is the headline sponsor for the 2024 event. Airship offer full end-to-end games art and implementation services to leading international game developers and AAA studios. Joe Harford, CEO said; At Airship, we celebrate the unique qualities women bring to …

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DevPub Quiz returns for 3 more dates

The popular DevPub Quiz night is back for 3 more dates from September. After previously visiting Brighton, Guildford and Leamington Spa, the quiz is having a busy year, bringing its eclectic mix of video games trivia, prizes and camaraderie to local development clusters. Founder Alex Boucher is positive that this is …

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WIG Supports the MCV/Develop Women in Games Awards

The MCV/Develop Women in Games Awards are just a few weeks away – and Women in Games is delighted to be supporting this important event for games industry professionals based in the UK. The Awards will take place on the afternoon of Thursday September 26th at the America Square Conference …

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[From the industry] Big Screen Gaming Summit joins PG Connects Helsinki, spotlighting PC and console development

The Big Screen Gaming Summit, a new two-day event dedicated to PC, console, web3, VR, and AR games, will debut alongside Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki on October 1-2, 2024. One ticket, two events! This expansion of the world’s leading independent games conference series aims to provide a comprehensive forum for …

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Breast cancer support centre Future Dreams House announced as MCV/Develop Women in Games Awards charity partner

We are delighted to announce that for the Women in Games Awards 2024 our chosen charity partner this year will be Future Dreams. Sam Jacobs, CEO said; “Future Dreams is thrilled to partner with  Women in Games for the upcoming MCV/Develop Women in Games Awards this September. This collaboration reflects …

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Eaton Smith sponsoring Women In Games Welcome Drinks

As the judging of entries takes place, we are excited to announce that Eaton Smith Solicitors are our newest addition to the Women in Games 2024 Sponsors. Chris Taylor Partner at Eaton Smith smith said: Eaton Smith are delighted to be a sponsor of the MCV/Develop Women in Games Awards …

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