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The acclaimed Pocket Gamer Connects series launches its first PGC Summit Korea, taking place in the Goyang region bordering Seoul on October 31.
Korea presents immense strategic opportunities. Joining the PGC Summit in this exciting region enables you to connect with international visitors from around Asia and beyond, gathering to discover one of the most exciting games ecosystems in the world.
Seoul and Goyang have a thriving creative scene and a reputation as a digital powerhouse, providing the perfect backdrop for expert insight, networking, and business development.
Check out the run-through below.
(Full schedule and Conference floorplan will be available soon)
SCHEDULE | Friday, October 31
Global Trends
INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE: From East to West – facts, figures and insight into the latest industry trends from all over the globe.
00:00–00:00 | Track Room 0
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.
SPONSORED BY
Includes sessions from:
Thorbjorn Warin
MyGamez
David Fernandez
Sandsoft
Oriol Canudas
King
Enric Cabestany
FunPlus
Luis de la Camara
Rovio
Monetiser
BUSINESS BOOSTING: Make the most of new advertising formats, IAPs and other monetisation developments in this focused track.
00:00–00:00 | Track Room 0
Unleash the full potential of cutting-edge advertising formats, in-app purchases (IAPs), and other groundbreaking monetisation developments in this specialised track. Stay ahead of the curve by exploring the latest advancements in targeted advertising, optimising IAP strategies, and leveraging innovative monetisation models.
Discover the keys to effectively monetise your games and maximise revenue streams, ensuring long-term success and profitability in an ever-evolving industry landscape.
SPONSORED BY
Includes sessions from:
Hanin Fakhriddin
Hanin’s Mobile Marketing Academy
Anatoly Sharifulin
AppFollow
Archie Stonehill
Stash
Katerina Maliaran
Burny Games
Anastasiya Kara
Rovio
The Growth Track
ESSENTIAL FORWARD PLANNING: Essential insight into user acquisition, retention techniques, and how to grow your game.
00:00–00:00 | Track Room 0
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, optimise your game’s user interface, and continuously analyse 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.
SPONSORED BY
Includes sessions from:
Marion Balinoff
Marion Balinoff Consulting
Diogo Perreira
Wehype
Michal Prokop Grno
Pixel Federation
Claire Rozain
Rzain
Danil Moskovoy
Super Banana Studios
Game Maker Insights
HANDS-ON ADVICE: Case studies from the front line covering game design, audio, character design, UX, and narrative.
00:00–00:00 | Track Room 0
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.
SPONSORED BY
Includes sessions from:
Marion Balinoff
Marion Balinoff Consulting
Diogo Perreira
Wehype
Michal Prokop Grno
Pixel Federation
Claire Rozain
Rzain
Danil Moskovoy
Super Banana Studios
Connector Speedmatch
00:00–00:00 | Fringe event space
FOCUSED NETWORKING: Pairing mobile, PC, or mobile game developers, speed-dating style, with publishers and investors looking for their next project. Perfect for first contact meetings with new prospects – long enough to establish whether there is a viable connection worth pursuing; short enough to enable multiple meetings within the session.
These one-on-one short meets aren’t obviously designed for closing a deal, but enable an initial contact that can be followed up with a longer meeting during or after the conference.
[Please note: for pre-registered and confirmed participants only.]
SPONSORED BY
The Very Big Indie Pitch
00:00–00:00 | Fringe event space
PITCHING COMPETITION: Unique indie developer competition based on a speed-dating format that gives each game maker a frantic five minutes (including Q&A) with each panel of experts to make the case for why their title should be judged the winner.
All entrants receive constructive feedback in real-time and get to hone their presentation skills. The closing of a PG Connects conference with the announcement of the Very Big Indie Pitch winners has become tradition!
[Please note: for pre-registered and confirmed participants only.]
SPONSORED BY
Pocket Gamer Party Barcelona
NIGHT-TIME NETWORKING: Business doesn’t stop when the conference doors have closed for the day… (though do bring your conference badge to get in!)
19:00–Late | Laietana Cultural
When the lights go down, the business continues. Make connections that matter within the easygoing setting of the official post-Day 1 party. Relaxed after-hours networking, open to all members of the games industry. (But PGC conference pass holders get early access from 19:00.)
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