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🎮 Summer Games Done Quick 2024 review We're excited to share some impressive stats from the recent Summer Games Done Quick (SGDQ) 2024! Over the course of just one week, SGDQ saw a significant rise in viewership, jumping from 7.2M to 8.2M hours watched compared to Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ). 🌐 Key Highlights: Total Hours Watched: 8.2M Peak Viewership: 88.5K Funds Raised for Doctors Without Borders: $2.5M This growth not only highlights the enduring popularity of speedrunning events but also underscores the power of the gaming community in supporting charitable causes. Want to dive deeper into the trends and insights from SGDQ 2024? 👉 Read the full overview on Stream Hatchet's website. https://hubs.ly/Q02Gyrbf0 Let's continue to celebrate and support these amazing events that bring the gaming community together!

Yesterday, my sister Alita Harvey-Rodriguez hosted another knock out #HackGames with a focus on charitable organizations. Hack Games 2024 entailed x5 teams, each with a problem statement. It was each teams job to unpack the problem (using team collaboration tools that my sister keeps me up to date with!) and present the best problem solving pitch possible! Everybody in attendance was enthusiastic, engaged and putting their best problem solving pitch forward! A great addition to this years Hack Games was the "Peoples Choice Award", which invited audience participation in voting for the best pitch. My sister constantly evolves her ideas. Without saying the "C" word, I will never forget the way she managed to adapt the Hack Games for years we couldn't all get together in person. Somehow, she always overcomes every obstacle and lands on her feet. The same way she would find every four leaf clover when we would be walking in the field and I never found one! I admire your resilience, your ability to adapt and pursue your visions to make things come alive in a way that entertains everybody, acknowledges everybody, engages everybody and brings enjoyment to everybody. You truly make brainstorming and learning fun! Needless to say, I am very proud of you and feel very sure to host any event, knowing I have you on my team! #MIacadamy #HackGames2024 #ProblemSolver #Hackathon

Tips for getting your game published and/or doing a deal with a larger partner from Alyssa Padia Walles, COO of Midwest Games.

Exciting news! 🚀 BBC Children in Need is gearing up for an extraordinary gaming initiative set to unfold from September to November. Ericsson and Virgin Media O2 have joined forces to serve as official connectivity partners for the HADO AR gaming tour in support of Children in Need, bringing the transformative power of 5G connectivity to locations across the UK. HADO is set to take center stage, hosting team tournaments, all in the spirit of raising funds benefiting charities across the UK while promoting responsible gaming and the positive impacts of next generation connectivity. 🎮 What do you think makes responsible gaming important in today's gaming landscape? Comment below! 💬 #GamingForGood #ChildrenInNeed #5G #TeamEricsson

How big is the #speedrunning community? Well, take a look at @GamesDoneQuick Speedrunning, considered to be a niche within the gaming industry, is looking strong this year. During #AGDQ2024, the event reached 9.2M hours watched with an average of 56.2K during 7 days of intense speedrunning games such as #onlyup and #Thelegendofzelda. The event raised 2.5M dollars for cancer research. Find out how does your brand fit in events like this, and the potential that certain niche markets can have. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/dF2aSryH

Why did Tim Glaser, CTO of PostHog, equip his engineering team with M1 MacBook Pros and what happened to their old computers? You can find out in this 1-minute video where Tim shares the behind-the-scenes of this significant tech transition and its unexpected charitable outcome.

Greattitudes 1214: Aside from every once in a blue moon with The Hubby, it’s been 30 years since I handled firearms. Remember - I used to be in the army. Surgery and radiation for cancer have certainly compromised my right arm… Even though I’ve always been much better with stamina and lower body strength, I definitely should start doing some weights again or modified push-ups, LOL I had a lot more fun than I expected. I also felt the most kinship in this event out of all the veterans chamber events I have attended. Really felt like family, even though I only knew 3 people - everyone else I’d met for the first time, in person or otherwise (mostly, the latter). In the end, I went ahead and bought family membership at the club. While there are ranges much closer to my home and The Hubby shoots and kids have been wanting to learn, my experience made me decide to choose this one. Not sure if each monthly veterans chamber co-sponsored event there is ticketed but it’s not much more to buy membership than a ticket - and the prices are affordable. I made a lot of new connections, inc. with a couple of nonprofits whose important work - a lot of it out of the pockets of their founders - should be made known to more potential donors so they don’t have to work extra jobs to fund it. And, finally, what luck that one of my veteran friends is, like me, a righthanded person who is left-eye-dominant. I was able to use his rifle! Also, my veteran friends, and the other instructors and experienced shooters were so helpful, I stopped feeling intimidated immediately. And their joy in spreading the sport, especially to those who are completely new or out of practice, is inspiring and infectious. Probably, there are people in some of my circles who may be uncomfortable, maybe even shocked, with my stance - pun intended - on this. But, as with any tool… be it a pen or words, a knife or sword, a gift of eloquence in speech or writing, or an ability to channel energy… what it does depends on the person using it.

"11 Years of Gaming for Goodness: Join Dad Mode Gaming in Making Miracles Happen!" Fundraiser Story: Hello, friends and fellow game enthusiasts! I'm Mike, the heart and soul behind Dad Mode Gaming. For 11 incredible years, I've been on an extraordinary journey, combining my passion for gaming with a mission close to my heart – supporting sick children and their families through Extra Life for Kids. How It All Started: It began as a simple idea: using my love for video games to bring some joy and hope to children facing health challenges. Over time, this idea blossomed into an annual tradition, one that has united players and supporters from all walks of life. Our Mission: Each year, we set up our consoles, PCs, and gaming devices with a goal bigger than high scores and epic wins. We play not just for fun, but for a cause that matters – raising funds for local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Why It Matters Now More Than Ever: In these challenging times, the need to support local healthcare facilities is more critical than ever. Children's hospitals are on the frontline, providing life-saving care to young patients, regardless of what the world throws our way. How It Works: I'm joining forces with thousands of gamers worldwide, all united by a common goal – to change children's health and, consequently, their future. By gaming, we're not just escaping reality; we're helping shape a better one for countless kids. Where Your Donations Go: Every penny raised through this page goes directly to my local children's hospital. These funds are vital in ensuring that these hospitals can continue their incredible work – offering top-notch medical care, pioneering research, and a comforting hand to hold in tough times. Your Role in This Journey: You can be a part of this heartwarming endeavor. Your donation, which is tax-deductible, can create miracles for families in dire need of hope and support. A simple click on the "Donate" button at the top of this page can light up lives. Let's turn pixels into miracles! Join us in this gaming marathon, and let's show the world the power of a community united for a noble cause. Together, We Can Make a Difference! #DadModeGaming #ExtraLife4Kids #GamingForGoodness #PlayGamesHealKids [Donate Now – Your Click Can Change Lives]

🌟 Achievement Unlocked: Completed My First Speed Game Jam! 🌟 I’m thrilled to share that I successfully completed the 5th SpeedJam, a 72-hour game jam focused on creating games that can be speedrun. This was my first time participating in a game jam, and it was an incredible learning experience. 🚀 What I Learned: Mastered 2D platforming character controls Integrated online leaderboards using LootLocker Despite being nervous about the tight timeframe, I managed to finish my game and had a lot of fun along the way. This experience has not only improved my technical skills but also boosted my confidence in game development. 🎮 I look forward to applying these new skills in future projects and continuing my journey in the game development world. Big thanks to everyone who supported me during this challenge! You can check out my game here: https://lnkd.in/gKuVJBtG #GameDevelopment #GameJam #Unity #Unity2D #IndieDev #LootLocker #2DPlatformer #AchievementUnlocked

I had the pleasure to sit down with my partner Sacha "Shah" Saint-Cyr and had a conversation about WishLay our donation software. WishLay providers the option for leaders of social good to receive cash donations. Some people assume only nonprofit organization can only receive cash donations but there for-profit companies also seek out cash donations. WishLay allows for-profit and nonprofits to share their mission, receive cash donations and create a wishlist. Why the name WishLay? We combine the words Wishlist and Layaway. The unique registry option within this platform allows users to create a wishlist of products and the community helps funds these items. Once the items are funded, WishLay sends the items to the Wishlist creator. With this model, the donors know exactly how they are supporting. WishLay is free to use so try it out, you have nothing to lose but everything to gain. https://lnkd.in/gJGfbHuu