GamedevPerkUp 🌤️
@gamedevperkup.bsky.social
An inclusive, LA-based social/networking event. Uplifting and bringing the gamedev community together via specialty coffee. ☕
🗓️ Next PerkUp: February 2026! RSVP in LinkTree below.
Who we are & Contact Info: https://linktr.ee/gamedevperkup
🗓️ Next PerkUp: February 2026! RSVP in LinkTree below.
Who we are & Contact Info: https://linktr.ee/gamedevperkup
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🌱 Announcement! 1st Gamedev PerkUp of the year will be February 21st, 10am - 2pm @ Good People Coffee's gorgeous venue in Santa Monica!
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
We'll see u there!
🎊 tinyurl.com/GDPU-Feb2026
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
We'll see u there!
🎊 tinyurl.com/GDPU-Feb2026
Our application is now closed! What a list of so many phenomenal applicants! Keep an eye on those emails - as we'll be sending results out soon.
Grateful once again for us to be able to make an impact helping those who might not be able to attend GDC otherwise. 💐
Grateful once again for us to be able to make an impact helping those who might not be able to attend GDC otherwise. 💐
🌱📢 Announcement pt.2! This month, we are also proud to announce that we are 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗗𝗖: 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺!✨ As a thank you for being a part of our community, you have the chance to apply for a free GDC Festival pass through our Gamedev PerkUp Scholarship. (1/2)
February 6, 2026 at 5:34 PM
Our application is now closed! What a list of so many phenomenal applicants! Keep an eye on those emails - as we'll be sending results out soon.
Grateful once again for us to be able to make an impact helping those who might not be able to attend GDC otherwise. 💐
Grateful once again for us to be able to make an impact helping those who might not be able to attend GDC otherwise. 💐
🌱📢 Announcement pt.2! This month, we are also proud to announce that we are 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗗𝗖: 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺!✨ As a thank you for being a part of our community, you have the chance to apply for a free GDC Festival pass through our Gamedev PerkUp Scholarship. (1/2)
January 15, 2026 at 9:31 PM
🌱📢 Announcement pt.2! This month, we are also proud to announce that we are 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗗𝗖: 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺!✨ As a thank you for being a part of our community, you have the chance to apply for a free GDC Festival pass through our Gamedev PerkUp Scholarship. (1/2)
🌱 Announcement! 1st Gamedev PerkUp of the year will be February 21st, 10am - 2pm @ Good People Coffee's gorgeous venue in Santa Monica!
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
We'll see u there!
🎊 tinyurl.com/GDPU-Feb2026
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
We'll see u there!
🎊 tinyurl.com/GDPU-Feb2026
January 15, 2026 at 8:07 PM
🌱 Announcement! 1st Gamedev PerkUp of the year will be February 21st, 10am - 2pm @ Good People Coffee's gorgeous venue in Santa Monica!
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
We'll see u there!
🎊 tinyurl.com/GDPU-Feb2026
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
We'll see u there!
🎊 tinyurl.com/GDPU-Feb2026
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January 13, 2026 at 7:40 PM
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We've been busy! Lots of news coming soon; including the date for the 1st Gamedev PerkUp of the year - which will be next month, in February! Stay tuned and hope y'all had a good holiday season! ☕❄️✨
January 13, 2026 at 3:16 PM
We've been busy! Lots of news coming soon; including the date for the 1st Gamedev PerkUp of the year - which will be next month, in February! Stay tuned and hope y'all had a good holiday season! ☕❄️✨
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Another great GDC 2026 scholarship opportunity from our friends at @gamedevperkup.bsky.social docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
GameDev PerkUp GDC Scholarship Application
Deadline: Wednesday, January 28th @ 10pm PT
Decision Notification: First week of February
Recipients will receive:
• 1 GDC Festival Pass awarded
What’s NOT included:
• Airfare
• Lodging
Our goal is to...
docs.google.com
January 9, 2026 at 5:13 PM
Another great GDC 2026 scholarship opportunity from our friends at @gamedevperkup.bsky.social docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Some of my favorite people. So fortunate to be a part of this wonderful group and the community they've fostered 💖
Gamedev PerkUp Nov. event has begun!
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to please support this lovely venue while ur here
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u! ❤️
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to please support this lovely venue while ur here
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u! ❤️
November 23, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Some of my favorite people. So fortunate to be a part of this wonderful group and the community they've fostered 💖
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Repping @videogameworkers.bsky.social at today's Gamedev PerkUp come swing by and learn about the union!
November 22, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Repping @videogameworkers.bsky.social at today's Gamedev PerkUp come swing by and learn about the union!
United Videogame Workers are here again! 💚 If you want to learn about them and/or join the game workers union, go over & chat, support, & get some merch! 📢🎊
We are so excited to announce that Video Game Workers Unite is joining us today for Gamedev PerkUp!! If you want to learn about them and/or join the Game Workers Union, go over & chat, support, & get some merch ! ❤️📣
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
November 22, 2025 at 7:08 PM
United Videogame Workers are here again! 💚 If you want to learn about them and/or join the game workers union, go over & chat, support, & get some merch! 📢🎊
Gamedev PerkUp Nov. event has begun!
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to please support this lovely venue while ur here
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u! ❤️
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to please support this lovely venue while ur here
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u! ❤️
November 22, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Gamedev PerkUp Nov. event has begun!
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to please support this lovely venue while ur here
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u! ❤️
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to please support this lovely venue while ur here
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u! ❤️
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Hope to see some of you there!
Last PerkUp of 2025! See you folks tomorrow! 🎊
November 22, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Hope to see some of you there!
Last PerkUp of 2025! See you folks tomorrow! 🎊
November 22, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Last PerkUp of 2025! See you folks tomorrow! 🎊
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Hope to see some of my SoCal based friends tomorrow! ✨
✨UPDATED Announcement! 🌱 The now -Rescheduled- Gamedev PerkUp will be November 22nd, 10am to 2pm @ Good People Coffee's gorgeous venue in Santa Monica!
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
☕ tinyurl.com/PerkUpNovem
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
☕ tinyurl.com/PerkUpNovem
November 22, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Hope to see some of my SoCal based friends tomorrow! ✨
✨UPDATED Announcement! 🌱 The now -Rescheduled- Gamedev PerkUp will be November 22nd, 10am to 2pm @ Good People Coffee's gorgeous venue in Santa Monica!
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
☕ tinyurl.com/PerkUpNovem
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
☕ tinyurl.com/PerkUpNovem
November 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM
✨UPDATED Announcement! 🌱 The now -Rescheduled- Gamedev PerkUp will be November 22nd, 10am to 2pm @ Good People Coffee's gorgeous venue in Santa Monica!
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
☕ tinyurl.com/PerkUpNovem
As always, RSVP is required for attendance/name badge! We'll be doing some quick check-ins when folks arrive.
☕ tinyurl.com/PerkUpNovem
🚨 Announcement! 🚨 Gamedev PerkUp November Event has been RESCHEDULED to Nov. 22nd!
Heavy rain/thunderstorms are forecasted, so we're pushing it back for maximum comfort for attendees and staff. We will be posting an official announcement with a new Eventbrite link very soon. ✨ (1/2)
Heavy rain/thunderstorms are forecasted, so we're pushing it back for maximum comfort for attendees and staff. We will be posting an official announcement with a new Eventbrite link very soon. ✨ (1/2)
November 14, 2025 at 1:31 AM
🚨 Announcement! 🚨 Gamedev PerkUp November Event has been RESCHEDULED to Nov. 22nd!
Heavy rain/thunderstorms are forecasted, so we're pushing it back for maximum comfort for attendees and staff. We will be posting an official announcement with a new Eventbrite link very soon. ✨ (1/2)
Heavy rain/thunderstorms are forecasted, so we're pushing it back for maximum comfort for attendees and staff. We will be posting an official announcement with a new Eventbrite link very soon. ✨ (1/2)
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Screaming thank you @gamedevperkup.bsky.social for rescheduling because I was about to trek my ass in the rain to Santa Monica on LA public transit and cry about it. I was gonna do it but I wasn't gonna be happy till I got there.
November 14, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Screaming thank you @gamedevperkup.bsky.social for rescheduling because I was about to trek my ass in the rain to Santa Monica on LA public transit and cry about it. I was gonna do it but I wasn't gonna be happy till I got there.
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cannot recommend @gamedevperkup.bsky.social enough for LA devs. intentional, inclusive, and a great place to meet people!
October 30, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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November Eventbrite link dropping soon! 🎉 Stay tuned ☕
October 21, 2025 at 9:40 PM
November Eventbrite link dropping soon! 🎉 Stay tuned ☕
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Many thanks to @gamedevperkup.bsky.social for letting me chat with folks about the @annieawards.bsky.social today! Please help spread the word that we need more submissions for the Best Character Animation - Video Game category! We're also looking for qualified judges!
Gamedev PerkUp Sept. event has begun! ✨
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
September 14, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Many thanks to @gamedevperkup.bsky.social for letting me chat with folks about the @annieawards.bsky.social today! Please help spread the word that we need more submissions for the Best Character Animation - Video Game category! We're also looking for qualified judges!
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I'm sick and can't make it today but this is always such a lovely event!!
Gamedev PerkUp Sept. event has begun! ✨
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
September 13, 2025 at 5:27 PM
I'm sick and can't make it today but this is always such a lovely event!!
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hey do you want to talk about at-will employment over ube lattes
We are so excited to announce that Video Game Workers Unite is joining us today for Gamedev PerkUp!! If you want to learn about them and/or join the Game Workers Union, go over & chat, support, & get some merch ! ❤️📣
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
September 13, 2025 at 6:11 PM
hey do you want to talk about at-will employment over ube lattes
We are so excited to announce that Video Game Workers Unite is joining us today for Gamedev PerkUp!! If you want to learn about them and/or join the Game Workers Union, go over & chat, support, & get some merch ! ❤️📣
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
September 13, 2025 at 6:09 PM
We are so excited to announce that Video Game Workers Unite is joining us today for Gamedev PerkUp!! If you want to learn about them and/or join the Game Workers Union, go over & chat, support, & get some merch ! ❤️📣
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
@videogameworkers.bsky.social
Gamedev PerkUp Sept. event has begun! ✨
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
September 13, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Gamedev PerkUp Sept. event has begun! ✨
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
When u walk in, stop by the check-in table so we can check u off, & then ur good to go!
Reminder to pls support this lovely venue while ur here💚
Here's to another amazing Gamedev PerkUp event @ Good People Coffee Santa Monica full of amazing folks like u!🥳
✨📣Hey folks! We are currently at capacity and we do require RSVP since we need to adhere to the wishes of the venue / fire code. 🚨 If you do not currently have a ticket, & are still interested in attending tomorrow, please arrive after 1pm, when the capacity will be lower. (1/2)
September 12, 2025 at 5:33 PM
✨📣Hey folks! We are currently at capacity and we do require RSVP since we need to adhere to the wishes of the venue / fire code. 🚨 If you do not currently have a ticket, & are still interested in attending tomorrow, please arrive after 1pm, when the capacity will be lower. (1/2)