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The recent Kotaku article sheds light on the impressive success of Gamescom 2024, especially when compared to E3. It’s clear that Gamescom is now a dominant force in the gaming industry, attracting a global audience and showcasing a diverse array of innovative titles and technologies. 🎮 While E3 has traditionally been a major player, Gamescom’s growing influence highlights a shift in the industry landscape. The increased engagement and impressive line-up at Gamescom reflect its rising prominence and ability to adapt to the evolving needs of both gamers and developers. 👏 It’s exciting to see how these events are shaping the future of gaming and creating new opportunities for networking and collaboration in the industry. 🌟 #Gamescom #E3 #GamingIndustry #Innovation #EventSuccess #GamingTrends #GamingNews

Returning companies, more exhibitors, greater internationality and additional areas at gamescom 2024 Interest in gamescom 2024 is high, with organisers reporting ten per cent more exhibitors than at the same point in 2023. 2K, Blizzard Entertainment and Electronic Arts (EA) will return, while The Pokémon Company will make its gamescom debut. This year also sees the introduction of the cards & boards area with Hasbro, Konami Digital Entertainment, Pegasus Spiele, Ravensburger and Ulisses Spiele, as well as the Social Stage. The event becomes increasingly international. "After the strong growth last year, we are heading for new records at this year's gamescom with even more exhibitors and even more international participation," says Tim Endres, Director of gamescom. "One thing is already clear: gamescom 2024 will once again be the games festival of superlatives. What is particularly striking is that gamescom is becoming even more international," says Felix Falk, Managing Director of game – Verband der deutschen Games-Branche e.V., co-organiser of gamescom. https://lnkd.in/extRMu9d

🌎 Gamescom Latam Sets Ambitious Expansion Goals for Year Two! CEO Gustavo Steinberg envisions Gamescom Latam not just as a regional event, but a global phenomenon in one of the world's most promising gaming regions. With over 100,000 attendees from 70 countries in its inaugural year, the event is gearing up to double its size for 2025 at São Paulo's Anhembi Convention Center. 🚀 Why Latin America? Steinberg highlights the region's cultural vibrancy, creative talent pool, and strategic geographic position as key factors driving Gamescom Latam's rapid growth. Who is joining in 2025? 🔗 Read the full story: Gamescom Latam's Expansion Plans https://zurl.co/UR89 #GamescomLatam #GamingIndustry #LatinAmerica

I am giving away a Premium ticket to the WN Conference in Istanbul (regular price up to 919 EUR). Conference dates: June 11-12 To enter the giveaway, share/like this post. In the comments below this post, mention which company you represent and what you are looking for/offering at the conference. Or simply write “+”. This way, people can find each other in advance. I will randomly choose the winner on May 31 among those who liked/shared. Conference website: wnconf. com P.S. For representatives of the gaming industry who want to promote their company/services to the game development community, there are still a few sponsorship slots available for your booth or branding. You have about a week left to get on board. Contact me. P.P.S. To the popular question - "Who will be there?" - the website wnconf.com has a special section - Attendees, where you can find the answer.

Liquid Lens William-Evan Wenger, Research & Data strategist With participation from over 4,100 professionals, the London Games Festival is more than just a celebration; it's a cornerstone for the gaming community. 41 countries, 900 companies, and £30 million in deals, highlights the economic potential of gaming events and the power of international collaboration in gaming. The success also emphasizes the importance of in-person events in a digital age. London became the epicenter of the gaming world, hosting 37 events and fostering countless business connections. The 2024 London Games Festival also featured underrepresented professionals in the Ensemble exhibition and underscored the cultural potency of games. The return of the London Games Festival in 2025, reflects a strong consumer demand and interest for live events, which is highly relevant as we are coming up on yet another E3 Season in a Post-E3 World. That's our take. What's your yours? .. #liquidlens #GamingTrends #GamingFestivals #globalgaming

As we gear up for an exciting 2024 with its array of conferences and gaming events, let's take a moment to reflect on a standout experience from last year – the Bilbao International Games Conference (BIG) 🌐 held on November 15-16, 2023. BIG, now a decade-plus-strong institution, has evolved to focus primarily on industry professionals, transforming into a hub where thousands of visitors and influential figures converge to celebrate video games as an integral part of the culture. At BIG, the synergy of diverse industry players – from programmers 💻 and artists 🎨 to producers 🎬, designers 📐, and esports experts 🏆 – created a melting pot of creativity and expertise. Armed with our business cards and portfolio, we dove into this vibrant network, exchanging ideas, forging new connections, and exploring potential collaborations. The conference wasn't just a networking event; it was a community in action, thriving on shared knowledge and a mutual passion for #gaming. The heart of BIG was its showcase of innovation, particularly indie games in development, each narrating its own unique story, symbolizing the industry's vast creative potential. The games industry forum stood out, spotlighting indie developers and their contributions to gaming culture. Meanwhile, discussions on #gamedesign trends and the future of gaming permeated the event, offering valuable insights that are now integral to our business strategies 📈 Post-conference, we’ve kept the momentum going, nurturing the connections made at BIG through emails and social media, ensuring the collaborative spirit of the conference continues to inspire and influence our path forward. As we look towards the events of 2024, our experience at BIG Conference 2023 remains a beacon, reminding us of the gaming industry's unique blend of #business and community – a constellation of creativity, innovation, and shared growth. Join us as we continue to explore and shape this dynamic world 🎮

🎉 We're Overjoyed: 43 Amazing People Have Already Signed Up For Their Free Tickets To Nordic Game 2024! 🎉 But wait... there's more good news! If you're on the fence, now's your chance - we still have 57 free tickets eagerly waiting for their rightful owners (or for raffle if we get more than 100 entries). Hurry and claim your spot! 🌟 Celebrate Nordic Game 2024's 20th Anniversary with Us - 100 Free Tickets Up for Grabs! 🌟 What's the perfect way to wrap up the most thrilling day for our community this month? How about joining us with a free ticket to celebrate 20 incredible years of the Nordic Game conference? In light of the recent industry layoffs, we're here with a beam of hope! Thanks to Erik Robertson, the brilliant founder of the Nordic Game conference, and the efforts of Hind Toufga 🔜 France 🎮🇫🇷 from WIG France, we're delighted to gift 100 free tickets for this year’s gathering from May 21-24 in Malmö, Sweden. This initiative is especially for those hit by the layoffs in the gaming sector, aiming to support our peers in these trying times. It's our gesture of solidarity, welcoming everyone, with a special nod to those seeking new horizons in the gaming world. Bear in mind: This offer is for the event ticket alone and doesn't cover travel, accommodation, or other personal expenses. Seize this unique opportunity to mingle, gain insights, and get inspired at one of the most anticipated events in the gaming industry. Apply today for a chance to make Nordic Game 2024 an unforgettable journey! 👉 Ready to apply? Click here: https://lnkd.in/epnXH7cQ You have until April 1st at Midnight to apply, or until all 100 seats are claimed! Find more details and the application button at amirsatvat.com under our Ticket To Ride section. Let's make this event a grand success together - share and spread the word! #ng24 #nordicgame #GamingCommunity #VideoGameIndustry #FreeGiveaway

Apparently I can add "scheduling Tetris master" to my LinkedIn skills. Thanks to Rege Behe at CDC Gaming Reports for talking with me about my approach to Global Gaming Expo, which will be here before we all know it!

Let's prepare for an exciting 2024 in the gaming world. The stage appears to be set for a spectacular kickoff with Pocket Gamer Connects London on January 22 and 23, 2024, paving the way for a year filled with events that bring together the gaming industry's brightest minds, creative talents, and visionary leaders. The game industry is a dynamic landscape, and events play a pivotal role and bring: ‣ Networking Opportunities: Meeting peers, clients, and industry leaders face-to-face fosters the nurturing of collaborations and partnerships. ‣ A Wealth of Information: Staying updated on the latest trends, technologies, and market shifts is crucial. Events are information hubs where you can gain insights that might set you apart in a competitive market. ‣Inspiration and Innovation: Interacting with peers and witnessing groundbreaking developments firsthand can ignite creativity and inspire innovative ideas for your projects. ‣A Global Perspective: Events with an international focus provide an understanding of the gaming industry's global landscape. Learning from diverse perspectives can be invaluable in navigating the complexities of the market. Let's take our passports and make it a year to remember! #PocketGamer #PocketGamerConnects #gamedevelopment #externaldevelopment #gameart

I am building a retro gaming event... with zero event experience. 😬 Over the last five years Retro Dodo has created content for tens of millions of retro gamers to consume digitally, but the time has come to create something physical for our community. 👾 We want to bring the UK's best gaming vendors, exhibitors, content creators and brands under one roof to celebrate retro gaming culture and to create a family friendly event to learn and explore the history of video games. 🕹 Building a retro gaming website in an era of media goliaths, artificial intelligence, copy cats and forever changing algorithms is hard, but I believe Retro Dodo's biggest advantage is our community. So, building an event that brings our community together, to shake hands with industry folk, to advertise our book series and collaborate with content creators is a no-brainer for us. 📍 I am going all in on community. 🙏 That said, I have no experience building events... If you are in the gaming industry and want to help bring this event to life, or have some tips on building out a gathering of this calibre, please do get in touch, any advice is appreciated. 🧠 First steps: Finding a venue, we have two viewings next week, and then if locked in we need to find a headline sponsor to help with costs. 💰 More info here: https://lnkd.in/emkcA52g