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Liverpool Game Dev Network
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Connecting the games industry across Liverpool and the North-West. Our mission is to strengthen relations amongst local game studios and developers, and open avenues for local talent through our network and facilitation of events.
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Hello Bluesky! We finally joined the party 🎉

LGDN is a space for Games Industry folk to connect through meet-ups and events. We’re a strong community, supporting people at all stages of their games careers.

Look out for updates on our Liv Game Summit event on 5th June! Great to be here 🙂
Day 1 of our Games Pitching Bootcamp was a big success 🎉

Developers gained practical guidance on company structure, IP rights, pitching to publishers, and finance, as well as 1-to-1 pitch-deck masterclasses from @silverliningint.bsky.social.

Day 2 is next week!
November 27, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Join us Wed 26 Nov for Day 1 of the #LGDN Pitching Bootcamp designed for start-up indie devs. Expect valuable, approachable talks on building a strong business foundation for your game or studio, plus networking + catered lunch

Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...
November 24, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Thanks to everyone who braved the storm for our LGDN Meet Up last week! 🌧️
Our final meet-up of the year is on Wed 10 Dec. Want to connect sooner? Join our Dev Drop In coffee morning this Sat (22 Nov, 10am) at Paper Cup Café.
Book both via Linktree 👉 lnkd.in/eiDGDYQM
#LGDN #DevMeetUp #LiverpoolGames
November 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Lots happening at LGDN! Join us & connect with the community:
🔹Nov 20 – Free Webinar: Finances (6 PM, Discord)
🔹Nov 22 – Dev Drop-In (10 AM, Paper Cup Coffee)
🔹Nov 26 – Games Pitching Bootcamp Day 1 (10 AM, Baltic Ventures)
Register and join discord: linktr.ee/liverpoolgdn
November 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Applications for the #LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp close tomorrow! If you’re an indie dev with a game in progress, don't miss the opportunity to get expert feedback, meet publishers, and pitch for a £1,000 prize.
🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 | Liverpool
🎟️ Apply now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...
November 13, 2025 at 8:01 AM
3 days left to apply for the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! If you’ve been working on a game and wondering if it’s ready to pitch, this is your chance to find out.
🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 | Liverpool
🎟️ Apply now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...

#IndieDev #LGDN #PitchYourGame
November 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Only 1 week left to apply for the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp!
If you’ve been working on a game & wondering if it’s pitch-ready this is for you!
🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 | Liverpool
🎤 Talks, 1-to-1s, networking & a £1,000 pitch prize!
🎟️ Apply now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...

#IndieDev #LGDN
November 7, 2025 at 4:02 PM
We’re delighted to welcome BrabnersLLP as a sponsor of the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp!

🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3
💡 Workshops, networking, 1-to-1s & a £1,000 pitch prize!
🎟️ Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...

#LGDN #GamesPitchingBootcamp #IndieDev #GamesIndustry #LiverpoolGames
November 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Games Tech Connect brought together 100+ games & creative pros for a brilliant day of talks, panels & networking 💡

Huge thanks to everyone who joined - the energy in the room was incredible!
November 3, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Excited to welcome Eben from @silverliningint.bsky.social to the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! They're running a must-attend session on how (not) to pitch to publishers packed with insights, advice & cautionary tales.
🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3
🎟️ Tickets: bit.ly/lgdnbootcamp
#LGDN #IndieDev #GamesIndustry
October 30, 2025 at 12:03 PM
We're excited to welcome The Growth Playground as a sponsor of the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp!

🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3
💡 Workshops, networking, 1-to-1s & a £1,000 pitch prize!
🎟️ Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...
October 28, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Games Tech Connect's full speaker roster is now live! Meet top UK games leaders, tech & legal experts, and publishers at this partnered event with Format Group | One Fine Day, Liverpool | Wed 29 Oct, 11am–5pm | Mixer @ Ropewalks Hotel, 6pm+ Waitlist: luma.com/tbq8uipq
October 27, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Curious about the LGDN Pitching Bootcamp? Not sure if it’s for you?
Join us tonight at 6:30pm for a short, informal intro session on the LGDN Discord. Whether you're pitching or just exploring, this is the perfect way to get started. discord.gg/wcVjrkak

#LGDN #GamesPitchingBootcamp
October 27, 2025 at 12:15 PM
🎮 Excited to welcome Glitch Free Accounting as a sponsor for the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp!

They’re experts in accounting for game studios - helping devs manage finances, claim tax relief & grow sustainably.

Nov 26 & Dec 3 Workshop talks, networking + £1,000 prize!
🎟️ shorturl.at/KmIIk
October 23, 2025 at 10:01 AM
“Premium games don’t work on mobile”
Paul Topping, CCO at Exient Publishing believes it’s time to challenge that idea.
At #GamesTechConnect, he’ll explore how changing play patterns and subscription models are opening up new opportunities for PC devs on mobile. 📱

luma.com/tbq8uipq
October 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🎤 Speaker Spotlight 🎤
Calvin Williams, CEO @imprnt.bsky.social
🐶 “A Dog’s Guide to Kickstarter” - lessons from the successful Hounded kickstarter campaign.

👉 What worked, what didn’t, & why community is still so important.

📍 Oct 29 | Liverpool

🎟 Tickets: luma.com/tbq8uipq
September 30, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Games Tech Connect will feature a speed networking session designed to help you meet other attendees in a relaxed, structured setting.

Whether you’re looking to connect with founders, funders, or peers, this is a great space to start the conversation.

🎟 luma.com/tbq8uipq
September 29, 2025 at 10:12 AM
❗ Sponsor Announcement ❗
We're delighted to welcome Brabners as a sponsor for Games Tech Connect ⚡

A top UK law firm with expertise in creative, digital & tech, supporting studios of all sizes with IP, legal & growth.

📅 Oct 29 | Liverpool
🎟 luma.com/tbq8uipq
September 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM
We're teaming up with @ukieofficial.bsky.social on October 9th✨

After their Supercharge Session, we’ll be hosting a social for a chance to connect with the games community 🎮

Tickets to supercharge day session:
shorturl.at/L4QyO

Free Tickets to the evening social: shorturl.at/Pq5TL
Supercharge Session - Liverpool
Learn from some of the best in the UK video games industry about how you can supercharge your studio
shorturl.at
September 18, 2025 at 9:13 AM
❗Panel Announcement – Games Tech Connect❗

The Power of Cross-Sector Partnerships
Featuring:
🎨 Blake Ugo – Lauda Cartoons
📈 Rebecca Robinson – The Growth Playground
🖥 Dr. David Tully – Scenegraph Studios
💡 Lee Danskin – Escape Technology

🎟 Tickets: luma.com/tbq8uipq
September 17, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Our next evening meet-up will be on Wednesday 24th September from 6pm at Head of Steam.

We look forward to seeing you there!

You can register for this event here: lnkd.in/ewxgWM8r

Access to all of our upcoming events and meet-ups: lnkd.in/eiDGDYQM
September 16, 2025 at 8:49 AM
🎮 Announcing the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp!

2 days of talks, networking + live pitches.
Selected teams get 1-to-1 expert sessions + the chance to win £1,000.

📅 26 Nov & 3 Dec

Tickets: shorturl.at/AAmHD
September 11, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Our next Dev Drop-In will be on Saturday 13th September from 10am - 1pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

Connect with our Network over a coffee, work on your project, send some emails, or just come along for some relaxed networking

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-dev-d...
LGDN Dev Drop-In
Connect with our Network over a coffee, work on your project, send some emails, or just come along for some relaxed networking
www.eventbrite.co.uk
September 3, 2025 at 10:16 AM
We’re thrilled to announce that Games Tech Connect is sponsored by @firesprite.bsky.social

Based in Liverpool and part of PlayStation Studios, Firesprite is a powerhouse of innovation and creativity in game development.

📅 29 Oct, One Fine Day, Liverpool
🎟 Tickets: shorturl.at/HKDu5
September 2, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Thrilled to announce Joe Appleford, Director of Sales & Partnerships at Chillblast Group, as a guest speaker for Games Tech Connect on 29th October.

Joe will share practical steps the industry can take to support education and improve the talent pipeline.

🎟 Tickets: luma.com/tbq8uipq
August 28, 2025 at 9:21 AM