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Global Trends

INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE: From East to West – facts, figures and insight into the latest industry trends from all over the globe.

Embark on a journey that spans across continents, as we present you with an expansive view of the games industry’s latest trends, facts, figures, and insights from around the world.

Delve into the dynamic landscapes of both the East and the West, gaining a comprehensive understanding of regional nuances, market dynamics, and emerging opportunities. Stay informed and inspired by the diverse and ever-evolving global games industry, ensuring you remain at the forefront of this thrilling and vibrant ecosystem.

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Developer Toolkit

PRACTICAL TIPS AND TOOLS: Everything a growing developer needs: essential, practical advice about all aspects of making games.

Practical tips on every aspect of development.

Gain valuable expertise from game development professionals as they divulge insights into pivotal tools, software, and methodologies vital for crafting top-tier games. Unlock optimization techniques, efficient workflows, and adept teamwork advice for ensuring excellence in game creation.

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Powering Payments

ALTERNATIVE WAYS TO EARN: The changing landscape of payments and webstores

Discover how to generate revenue outside of traditional billing methods in new markets and webstores.

Discover alternative revenue streams beyond conventional billing practices. Explore innovative methods to generate income in emerging markets and online platforms. Adapt to the evolving payment landscape and capitalise on the opportunities presented by webstores. Diversify your earning potential by learning about alternative ways to monetise your products or services.

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The Growth Track

ESSENTIAL FORWARD PLANNING: Essential insight into user acquisition, retention techniques, and how to grow your game.

In addition to mastering gameplay mechanics, understanding user acquisition and retention techniques is crucial for growing your game.

Gain essential insights into effective strategies on how to grow your business in adverse and new environments, optimize your game’s user interface, and continuously analyze player feedback. With these strategies for expanding into new territories and adapting to changing market conditions, you can attract and retain a dedicated player base, ensuring steady growth and success for your game.

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Game Dev Stories

LEARN FROM DEVELOPERS: Hear from games developers sharing their latest projects, how they have innovated, and what lessons they have learned along the way.

Get inspired by the firsthand experiences of games developers as they share their latest projects, groundbreaking innovations, and invaluable lessons learned throughout their journey.

Gain exclusive insights into their creative process, discover the innovative solutions they’ve implemented, and uncover the wisdom they’ve gained along the way. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and fuel your own path to success in game development.

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Practical AI

AI KNOWHOW: AI’s role in game development, enhancing player experiences, optimising performance, and efficiently creating dynamic, immersive virtual worlds.

Dive into AI’s pivotal role in game development, crafting immersive virtual worlds, optimizing performance, and elevating player experiences. Learn to harness AI tools to push boundaries ethically, while addressing concerns.

Explore its evolution in enhancing gameplay, procedural generation, and adaptive systems, unlocking new heights in game design. Embrace AI’s transformative power while navigating ethical considerations to shape the future of gaming.

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Monetiser

BUSINESS BOOSTING: Make the most of new advertising formats, IAPs and other monetisation developments in this focused track.

Unleash the full potential of cutting-edge advertising formats, in-app purchases (IAPs), and other groundbreaking monetization developments in this specialized track. Stay ahead of the curve by exploring the latest advancements in targeted advertising, optimizing IAP strategies, and leveraging innovative monetization models.

Discover the keys to effectively monetize your games and maximize revenue streams, ensuring long-term success and profitability in an ever-evolving industry landscape.

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Show Me The Money

INVESTMENT INSIGHT: Get practical insight on securing the funding that will make a difference to your business.

Stay updated on the latest trends in the world of investment and gain practical insights on how to secure impactful funding for your business.

Explore strategies to attract investors, navigate funding options, and make informed financial decisions. Join us to unlock the keys to funding success and discover the latest trends as the games industry goes through this turbulent period.

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Browser Breakthroughs

GAMING ON THE WEB: Discover how browser gaming is reshaping player accessibility and engagement.

As the games industry continues to evolve, new ways of playing games for consumers are discovered. But how about rediscovering methods that have been out of the spotlight?

This track explores the world of HTML5 gaming, diving deep into the unique challenges and opportunities for developers in the browser gaming ecosystem, from navigating monetization models (ads, in-app purchases, subscriptions) to mastering cross-platform compatibility.

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Big Screen Gaming

PC, CONSOLE & MORE: Beyond mobile – developing and publishing for PC, console, XR, cloud gaming and other formats.

PC and console gaming have experienced a surge in popularity and recognition. The gaming industry has seen huge growth in recent years as well as consistent disruption, even before COVID-19; from growth in digital sales of games and esports to free-to-play revenue model adoption, live streaming, and cloud gaming.

With new tools and technology though, more game developers and publishers are tuning into performance marketing. Learn about these changes and what PC and console game marketers should be doing now.

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Game Maker Insights

HANDS-ON ADVICE: Case studies from the frontline, covering the core essentials of game design, audio, character design, UX, and narrative.

Immerse yourself in real-world case studies from the forefront of the industry, delving into diverse areas such as game design, audio production, character design, user experience (UX), and narrative development.

Gain valuable insights from these practical examples that showcase successful approaches, innovative techniques, and effective strategies employed by industry professionals. Expand your knowledge and stay inspired by the experiences shared by experts in these key domains of game development and design.

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Incredible Indies

INDIE-SPENSABLE KNOWLEDGE: How to survive and thrive as a smaller studio in today’s competitive games development landscape.

Discover essential strategies and insights on not just surviving but thriving as a smaller studio in the fiercely competitive games development landscape of today. Learn how to leverage your strengths, cultivate a unique identity, and differentiate yourself in the market.

Explore effective techniques, smart resource management, and innovative approaches to game design. Arm yourself with the knowledge and tools to carve out a successful path for your studio in the dynamic games industry.

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AI Advances

NEXT-LEVEL MACHINE LEARNING: From art to scriptwriting and programming – how machine learning and AI will change the way we create and communicate.

Machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) are poised to revolutionise the games industry. From transforming art creation and scriptwriting to revolutionising programming techniques, these technologies will reshape how we create and communicate.

Embrace the power of AI and explore its endless possibilities to unlock new levels of innovation, efficiency, and expression in the realms of games. Prepare to embark on an exciting journey of limitless potential and redefine the boundaries of human imagination.

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Webstore Wizardry

THE MAGIC OF ONLINE STORES: Discover the significance of web stores and how to use them in the monetisation of your games.

Discover the growing significance of web stores and how they can play a pivotal role in the industry. We’ll uncover valuable insights on how game creators can leverage these platforms to monetise their creations.

You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how online stores integrate with the current gaming ecosystem, including in-app purchases and official app stores, and receive actionable tips on optimising your presence in the webstore landscape, ensuring a successful and rewarding experience for both creators and players.

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Beyond The Storefront

DIRECT REVENUE UNLOCKED: Capitalise on new revenue strategies.

Recent legislation changes have meant that developers have the opportunity to directly sell their in-game products without incurring Google and Apple’s store fees, by linking outside of the traditional stores.

This track explores the nuances of these legislations, how games companies can navigate the current mobile landscape, and will provide best practices on new monetisation strategies that are available as a result of the recent mobile shake-up.

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Apps x Games

APPS & GAMES COLLIDE: Learnings from games and mobile apps

Explore how mobile apps can learn essential monetisation and UA techniques from games, and vice versa

Games and mobile apps are share the same goal: reaching consumers. This track explores the intersection of where the games and non-gaming apps worlds meet. The track aims to provide real expert advice for apps companies to learn key user acquisition and monetisation strategies that mobile games are utilising, while also providing teachings for games studios on what works in the apps space.

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Publisher SpeedMatch

CURATED MEETINGS: Developers, meet publishers

Our Publisher SpeedMatch sessions pair developers, speed-dating style, with leading publishers. Perfect for first contact meetings with new prospects.

[Please note: for pre-registered and confirmed participants only.]

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Investor Connector

FIND FUNDING: Matching developers seeking funding with expert investors

Investor Connector selects applicants for one-on-one meetings with investors and VCs looking to spend the right kind of money in the right sector

[Please note: for pre-registered and confirmed participants only.]

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The Big Indie Pitch:
Mobile Edition

Celebrating new indie games! The ever-popular pitching competition returns, with a chance for media coverage, instant feedback and maybe a prize.

[Please note: for pre-registered and confirmed participants only.]

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The Big Indie Pitch:
PC & Console Edition

The PC version of our pitching competition, this is your chance to get instant feedback on your new game, as well as press coverage, prizes, and valuable contacts.

[Please note: for pre-registered and confirmed participants only.]