GDC Festival of Gaming
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GDC Festival of Gaming returns March 9-13, 2026, in San Francisco!
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🚨 THE WAIT IS OFFICIALLY OVER! 🚨
Registration for the 2026 GDC Festival of Gaming is NOW LIVE!
Calling ALL game changers - devs, creators, publishers, investors, marketers & everyone in between!
Are you ready to change the game?
🔗 bit.ly/47D3uBA
#GDC2026 #FestivalOfGaming
Registration for the 2026 GDC Festival of Gaming is NOW LIVE!
Calling ALL game changers - devs, creators, publishers, investors, marketers & everyone in between!
Are you ready to change the game?
🔗 bit.ly/47D3uBA
#GDC2026 #FestivalOfGaming
🎮 Balancing multiple Disney IPs in live service games!
Josh Labelle reveals Disney Dreamlight Valley's scalable narrative pipeline secrets during his session at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! ✨
Session: https://bit.ly/4q2QeMx
Register: https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026 #disneydreamlightvalley #gaming
Josh Labelle reveals Disney Dreamlight Valley's scalable narrative pipeline secrets during his session at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! ✨
Session: https://bit.ly/4q2QeMx
Register: https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026 #disneydreamlightvalley #gaming
January 29, 2026 at 11:00 PM
🎮 Balancing multiple Disney IPs in live service games!
Josh Labelle reveals Disney Dreamlight Valley's scalable narrative pipeline secrets during his session at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! ✨
Session: https://bit.ly/4q2QeMx
Register: https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026 #disneydreamlightvalley #gaming
Josh Labelle reveals Disney Dreamlight Valley's scalable narrative pipeline secrets during his session at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! ✨
Session: https://bit.ly/4q2QeMx
Register: https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026 #disneydreamlightvalley #gaming
Stop by Space 1949 to connect with Triple Play Partner Red Hat at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Learn how their innovative solutions are driving the future of gaming with modernized infrastructure, containerized game servers, and optimized performance.
Join Us: https://bit.ly/3Z7cnhS
Join Us: https://bit.ly/3Z7cnhS
January 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Stop by Space 1949 to connect with Triple Play Partner Red Hat at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Learn how their innovative solutions are driving the future of gaming with modernized infrastructure, containerized game servers, and optimized performance.
Join Us: https://bit.ly/3Z7cnhS
Join Us: https://bit.ly/3Z7cnhS
🏟️ GDC Nights kicks off in STYLE!
Oracle Park transforms into gaming paradise: stadium lights + tabletop games + fan-voted movie + dynamic lighting effects = unforgettable Opening Night at the Ballpark! ⚾🎮
Register Now! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
Oracle Park transforms into gaming paradise: stadium lights + tabletop games + fan-voted movie + dynamic lighting effects = unforgettable Opening Night at the Ballpark! ⚾🎮
Register Now! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
January 29, 2026 at 9:00 PM
🏟️ GDC Nights kicks off in STYLE!
Oracle Park transforms into gaming paradise: stadium lights + tabletop games + fan-voted movie + dynamic lighting effects = unforgettable Opening Night at the Ballpark! ⚾🎮
Register Now! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
Oracle Park transforms into gaming paradise: stadium lights + tabletop games + fan-voted movie + dynamic lighting effects = unforgettable Opening Night at the Ballpark! ⚾🎮
Register Now! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
5 Things I Bring to GDC episode 5 is here! Kate Edwards shares her essentials with us. What are your 5 things you're bringing to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? Let us know in the comments!
#GDC2026
Join us! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
Join us! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
January 29, 2026 at 7:01 PM
5 Things I Bring to GDC episode 5 is here! Kate Edwards shares her essentials with us. What are your 5 things you're bringing to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? Let us know in the comments!
#GDC2026
Join us! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
Join us! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
The Project Lead @bethelderkin.bsky.social will be answering questions about the report in the GDC Official Discord! Don't miss this chance to get your burning questions answered.
Join Us!
discord.gg/XbtcJCUDQA
Join Us!
discord.gg/XbtcJCUDQA
From the rise of PC handhelds to the growing debate around generative AI, the 2026 State of the Game Industry report explores the trends shaping game development. Download the report now. https://bit.ly/4t8BaQb
January 29, 2026 at 5:04 PM
The Project Lead @bethelderkin.bsky.social will be answering questions about the report in the GDC Official Discord! Don't miss this chance to get your burning questions answered.
Join Us!
discord.gg/XbtcJCUDQA
Join Us!
discord.gg/XbtcJCUDQA
From the rise of PC handhelds to the growing debate around generative AI, the 2026 State of the Game Industry report explores the trends shaping game development. Download the report now. https://bit.ly/4t8BaQb
January 29, 2026 at 5:00 PM
From the rise of PC handhelds to the growing debate around generative AI, the 2026 State of the Game Industry report explores the trends shaping game development. Download the report now. https://bit.ly/4t8BaQb
Visit Space 1556 to connect with Triple Play Partner Reddit at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Discover how they’re fostering vibrant gaming communities and empowering creators to share their stories. See you there!
Let's partner: https://bit.ly/4t2NUYE
Let's partner: https://bit.ly/4t2NUYE
January 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Visit Space 1556 to connect with Triple Play Partner Reddit at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Discover how they’re fostering vibrant gaming communities and empowering creators to share their stories. See you there!
Let's partner: https://bit.ly/4t2NUYE
Let's partner: https://bit.ly/4t2NUYE
The Developer's Concert hosted by Austin Wintory is now part of GDC Nights! No more missing it during the day, start your night off right! Main Stage, North Hall, Tuesday March 10th 6:30 - 8 PM.
https://bit.ly/3NGfVoN
#gdc2026
https://bit.ly/3NGfVoN
#gdc2026
January 27, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The Developer's Concert hosted by Austin Wintory is now part of GDC Nights! No more missing it during the day, start your night off right! Main Stage, North Hall, Tuesday March 10th 6:30 - 8 PM.
https://bit.ly/3NGfVoN
#gdc2026
https://bit.ly/3NGfVoN
#gdc2026
⚡ Rock solid framerates across all platforms!
Jon Moore reveals Iron Galaxy's optimization secrets for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🛹 https://bit.ly/3O8fVxR
#GDC2026
Jon Moore reveals Iron Galaxy's optimization secrets for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🛹 https://bit.ly/3O8fVxR
#GDC2026
January 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
⚡ Rock solid framerates across all platforms!
Jon Moore reveals Iron Galaxy's optimization secrets for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🛹 https://bit.ly/3O8fVxR
#GDC2026
Jon Moore reveals Iron Galaxy's optimization secrets for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🛹 https://bit.ly/3O8fVxR
#GDC2026
⏰GDC Pitch submissions close February 2nd!
Game Changer Pass holders: You're eligible for GDC Pitch at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 - but time is running out!
Submit NOW - Don't miss your chance to showcase your game to industry leaders! 🚀 https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
Game Changer Pass holders: You're eligible for GDC Pitch at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 - but time is running out!
Submit NOW - Don't miss your chance to showcase your game to industry leaders! 🚀 https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
January 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM
⏰GDC Pitch submissions close February 2nd!
Game Changer Pass holders: You're eligible for GDC Pitch at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 - but time is running out!
Submit NOW - Don't miss your chance to showcase your game to industry leaders! 🚀 https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
Game Changer Pass holders: You're eligible for GDC Pitch at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 - but time is running out!
Submit NOW - Don't miss your chance to showcase your game to industry leaders! 🚀 https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
Hollywood & gaming losing the attention war!
Sharon Tal Yguado reveals how to fight back at her Luminaries Speaker Series session, "The Algorithm Broke Entertainment: Why Hollywood and Games Are Losing Gen Z and How to Win Them Back". Exclusively for Game Changer pass! https://bit.ly/4t1kYAh
Sharon Tal Yguado reveals how to fight back at her Luminaries Speaker Series session, "The Algorithm Broke Entertainment: Why Hollywood and Games Are Losing Gen Z and How to Win Them Back". Exclusively for Game Changer pass! https://bit.ly/4t1kYAh
January 26, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Hollywood & gaming losing the attention war!
Sharon Tal Yguado reveals how to fight back at her Luminaries Speaker Series session, "The Algorithm Broke Entertainment: Why Hollywood and Games Are Losing Gen Z and How to Win Them Back". Exclusively for Game Changer pass! https://bit.ly/4t1kYAh
Sharon Tal Yguado reveals how to fight back at her Luminaries Speaker Series session, "The Algorithm Broke Entertainment: Why Hollywood and Games Are Losing Gen Z and How to Win Them Back". Exclusively for Game Changer pass! https://bit.ly/4t1kYAh
The #GDCA2026 Audience Award voting is now open! You don't want to miss this chance to make your voice heard! Vote Now! https://bit.ly/4jXuct7
January 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
The #GDCA2026 Audience Award voting is now open! You don't want to miss this chance to make your voice heard! Vote Now! https://bit.ly/4jXuct7
Thrilled to welcome Triple Play Partner Roblox to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! With a mission to connect a billion people every day through optimism and civility, Roblox is reimagining how people come together.
Be part of the future of connection and creativity: https://bit.ly/3YZxORW
Be part of the future of connection and creativity: https://bit.ly/3YZxORW
January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Thrilled to welcome Triple Play Partner Roblox to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! With a mission to connect a billion people every day through optimism and civility, Roblox is reimagining how people come together.
Be part of the future of connection and creativity: https://bit.ly/3YZxORW
Be part of the future of connection and creativity: https://bit.ly/3YZxORW
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BGD will be at #GDC2026, and we'll be joined by a bunch of speakers from the local games community! Here's a handy thread of the speakers from MA so you can be sure to go check out their talks 🧵
Also reminder to use coupon code BGD10 for 10% off a pass -> gdc.informafestivals.com/2026/registr...
Also reminder to use coupon code BGD10 for 10% off a pass -> gdc.informafestivals.com/2026/registr...
GDC FESTIVAL OF GAMING 2026
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January 24, 2026 at 7:44 PM
BGD will be at #GDC2026, and we'll be joined by a bunch of speakers from the local games community! Here's a handy thread of the speakers from MA so you can be sure to go check out their talks 🧵
Also reminder to use coupon code BGD10 for 10% off a pass -> gdc.informafestivals.com/2026/registr...
Also reminder to use coupon code BGD10 for 10% off a pass -> gdc.informafestivals.com/2026/registr...
🚨LUMINARIES SPEAKER SERIES SESSION ALERT🚨
Digital innovation transforming iconic brands! Marcus Liassides reveals Mattel's strategy for the modern era at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🚀 this session is exclusive to the Game Changer pass.
Join us today! https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
Digital innovation transforming iconic brands! Marcus Liassides reveals Mattel's strategy for the modern era at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🚀 this session is exclusive to the Game Changer pass.
Join us today! https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
January 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
🚨LUMINARIES SPEAKER SERIES SESSION ALERT🚨
Digital innovation transforming iconic brands! Marcus Liassides reveals Mattel's strategy for the modern era at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🚀 this session is exclusive to the Game Changer pass.
Join us today! https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
Digital innovation transforming iconic brands! Marcus Liassides reveals Mattel's strategy for the modern era at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🚀 this session is exclusive to the Game Changer pass.
Join us today! https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 is where the industry comes together. No matter what your role is, whether you make games, fund, publish, or test. It's time to change the game, together.
Join us: https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
Join us: https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
January 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM
GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 is where the industry comes together. No matter what your role is, whether you make games, fund, publish, or test. It's time to change the game, together.
Join us: https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
Join us: https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/
Bill Kleyman explores hardware advances reshaping gaming & beyond in his session "How Emerging Hardware Innovation Will Change the Player Experience" at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🎮 This Luminaries Speaker Series session is exclusively for Game Changer pass.
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
January 23, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Bill Kleyman explores hardware advances reshaping gaming & beyond in his session "How Emerging Hardware Innovation Will Change the Player Experience" at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🎮 This Luminaries Speaker Series session is exclusively for Game Changer pass.
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
5 things I bring to GDC episode 4 is finally here! Bekah Saltsman stays fed and keeps things weird with the things she brings. What are you bringing to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026?
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
January 22, 2026 at 11:00 PM
5 things I bring to GDC episode 4 is finally here! Bekah Saltsman stays fed and keeps things weird with the things she brings. What are you bringing to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026?
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
#GDC2026
Exciting news! We’re thrilled to welcome Wizards of the Coast as our partner at GDC Festival of Gaming! 🌟
Wizards of the Coast continues to shape the industry and inspire the next generation of creators and game players. 🧙♂️🎮✨ https://bit.ly/4b9axEk
Wizards of the Coast continues to shape the industry and inspire the next generation of creators and game players. 🧙♂️🎮✨ https://bit.ly/4b9axEk
January 22, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Exciting news! We’re thrilled to welcome Wizards of the Coast as our partner at GDC Festival of Gaming! 🌟
Wizards of the Coast continues to shape the industry and inspire the next generation of creators and game players. 🧙♂️🎮✨ https://bit.ly/4b9axEk
Wizards of the Coast continues to shape the industry and inspire the next generation of creators and game players. 🧙♂️🎮✨ https://bit.ly/4b9axEk
Whether you're perfecting your pitch, pursuing your first publishing deal, or showcasing your studio to key industry players, GDC Pitch is your moment!
AND Game Changer Pass = GDC Pitch eligibility! 🎮
https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
AND Game Changer Pass = GDC Pitch eligibility! 🎮
https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
January 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Whether you're perfecting your pitch, pursuing your first publishing deal, or showcasing your studio to key industry players, GDC Pitch is your moment!
AND Game Changer Pass = GDC Pitch eligibility! 🎮
https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
AND Game Changer Pass = GDC Pitch eligibility! 🎮
https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO
#GDC2026
🚨Session Alert🚨
🎮 Part-time developers created critically acclaimed TMNT game!
Amanda Farough reveals how Strange Scaffold secured dream IP & delivered success at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🐢
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
🎮 Part-time developers created critically acclaimed TMNT game!
Amanda Farough reveals how Strange Scaffold secured dream IP & delivered success at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🐢
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
January 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM
🚨Session Alert🚨
🎮 Part-time developers created critically acclaimed TMNT game!
Amanda Farough reveals how Strange Scaffold secured dream IP & delivered success at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🐢
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
🎮 Part-time developers created critically acclaimed TMNT game!
Amanda Farough reveals how Strange Scaffold secured dream IP & delivered success at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🐢
https://bit.ly/48w1DxK
Future of Gaming at Netflix & Beyond! Join Alain Tascan, President of Games at Netflix, for insights on gaming evolution at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! This is a can't miss chat part of the Luminaries Speaker Series exclusive to Game Changer passes.
schedule.gdconf.com/session/the-...
schedule.gdconf.com/session/the-...
January 21, 2026 at 10:55 PM
Future of Gaming at Netflix & Beyond! Join Alain Tascan, President of Games at Netflix, for insights on gaming evolution at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! This is a can't miss chat part of the Luminaries Speaker Series exclusive to Game Changer passes.
schedule.gdconf.com/session/the-...
schedule.gdconf.com/session/the-...
Another night to celebrate the craft with the creators who set the bar.
The Game Developers Choice Awards take the Main Stage, North Hall on Thursday March 12 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.
Don't miss out! gdconf.com/passes-prici... #GDCA2026 #GDC2026
The Game Developers Choice Awards take the Main Stage, North Hall on Thursday March 12 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.
Don't miss out! gdconf.com/passes-prici... #GDCA2026 #GDC2026
January 21, 2026 at 9:24 PM
Another night to celebrate the craft with the creators who set the bar.
The Game Developers Choice Awards take the Main Stage, North Hall on Thursday March 12 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.
Don't miss out! gdconf.com/passes-prici... #GDCA2026 #GDC2026
The Game Developers Choice Awards take the Main Stage, North Hall on Thursday March 12 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM.
Don't miss out! gdconf.com/passes-prici... #GDCA2026 #GDC2026
Only a few days left to vote! Don't miss your chance. #IGF2026
Voting closes at 11:59 PM PT January 25th
Voting closes at 11:59 PM PT January 25th
The #IGF2026 Audience Award voting is open! Make your voices heard! Voting closes on January 25th so don't delay, vote today! informa-tech.formstack.com/forms/igf202...
January 21, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Only a few days left to vote! Don't miss your chance. #IGF2026
Voting closes at 11:59 PM PT January 25th
Voting closes at 11:59 PM PT January 25th
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I'll be speaking at GDC @officialgdc.bsky.social again this year!
My talk is "Playtesting Process for Ultra Small Teams"
Anyone else going?
My talk is "Playtesting Process for Ultra Small Teams"
Anyone else going?
January 21, 2026 at 3:18 PM
I'll be speaking at GDC @officialgdc.bsky.social again this year!
My talk is "Playtesting Process for Ultra Small Teams"
Anyone else going?
My talk is "Playtesting Process for Ultra Small Teams"
Anyone else going?