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GDC Festival of Gaming returns March 9-13, 2026, in San Francisco!
🚨 SESSION ALERT 🚨
'Pacific Drive' Under the Hood: Survival Fundamentals, Systems Design, and Speeding Past Tropes

Join Seth Rosen and learn how his team used sound fundamentals to break formulas, avoid tropes, and create broad appeal through theme & setting.

Register today! https://bit.ly/47D3uBA
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Thrilled to welcome Diamond Partner Tencent Games to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Discover their Festival Hall showcase in the Game Development neighborhood, where they're shaping tomorrow's games.

Don’t miss out — join now: https://bit.ly/4pqPCAx
November 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Almost two thirds (64%) of respondents said they support the unionization of game industry workers. Check out these insights and more in the complete report!

Download now: https://bit.ly/49lxpzI

#GameDev #SalaryReport #GDC2025 #GameIndustry #PayEquity
November 20, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Welcome Diamond Partner @Xsolla to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! They're championing the developer community in incredible ways. Discover how they're empowering game creators.

Ready to make an impact? Let's partner: https://bit.ly/4reIFnW
November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Join Emma Smith-Bodie (Community Manager, Playstack) for an in-depth exploration of Balatro's community strategy at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026

Gain actionable insights and a fresh perspective on community growth.

You don’t want to miss this! Register now. https://bit.ly/47D3uBA

#GDC2026
November 19, 2025 at 10:33 PM
We're thrilled to welcome Meta as one of our GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 Diamond Partners! This is just the beginning—keep your eyes peeled for more Diamond Partner announcements in the coming days.

Ready to join them? Let's talk partnership opportunities: reg.gdconf.com/gdc26fog-par...
November 19, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the twelfth year of showcasing the best use of alternative controllers at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026.

Submissions close at 11:59 PM PT on November 20th.

Submit today! gdconf.com/alt-ctrl-gdc/
November 18, 2025 at 6:51 PM
After surveying 500+ US-based game industry professionals, the results are in. The GDC 2025 Salary Report has been released, and it paints a complex picture of the industry's current state. Download the complete report here!

🔗 bit.ly/49lxpzI
November 14, 2025 at 8:34 PM
We've seen the greatest alternative controllers and hardware over the last 11 years.

You don't want to miss your chance to be part of the 12th!

Submit to take part in alt.ctrl.GDC and exhibit at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026.
gdconf.com/alt-ctrl-gdc/
November 13, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Did you know that alt.ctrl.GDC is celebrating 12 years of alternative controllers this year? We’re looking for your coolest idea, if you built it and the game to go with it, it’s time to submit your project!

Submissions close November 20th.

Submit today! bit.ly/43dEaQc

#GDC2026
November 7, 2025 at 9:09 PM
We can't believe it's already time for alt.ctrl.GDC 2026 submissions!

We're celebrating the 12th anniversary showcasing the best use of alternative controllers!

Built it? Time to change the game with it.

Apply: gdconf.com/alt-ctrl-gdc
#GDC2026 #altctrlGDC
October 29, 2025 at 8:52 PM
🚨 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
October 23, 2025 at 4:18 PM
🎮 PIXELS → POWER-UPS → PURE MAGIC ✨
Next week changes everything.
GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 registration launches!
October 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
A New Era Awaits!

bit.ly/3KKYUIq
October 8, 2025 at 8:17 PM
We're changing the game.
September 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The game is on! GDC 2026 is leveling up with YOU at the center. We're inviting creators, educators, advocates & everyone passionate about games to help shape a more vibrant, inclusive festival. Have an idea? Let's build something unforgettable together! #GDC2026

🔗 bit.ly/4nbzSQK
September 17, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Be part of indie game history. The IGF 2026 application for jury and judges is live! You have until October 13th to apply. #IGF2026 #IndieGames bit.ly/466P3Fd
September 17, 2025 at 4:08 PM
GDC + YOU = a game changing partnership! Are you part of a media organization, offering a scholarship, an event or activation for GDC week? Join the Festival! The 2026 GDC Call for Partners is now open. Click the link to apply. #GDC2026

🔗 bit.ly/4nbzSQK
September 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
LAST CHANCE: #GDC2026 submissions close tomorrow, August 7! This year there is only one round. Be part of our next journey with sessions designed for interaction, connection, and growth across the entire industry. gdconf.com/gdc-call-for... #GameDev
August 6, 2025 at 4:56 PM
We're thrilled to announce that longtime GDC advisor and video game advocate Mark DeLoura is joining our team as Executive Director of Innovation & Growth! He'll be center stage as we shape the next chapter of GDC—a Festival of Gaming that reflects the entire game-making ecosystem. #GDC2026
July 31, 2025 at 6:57 PM
🔈The future of GDC starts with you.

#GDC2026 is breaking new ground with ONE unified program that connects the broader game ecosystem. Whether you're a studio lead, indie dev, marketer, or investor: This is your moment.

Submit your proposal by August 7!
#CallForSpeakers

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July 7, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Gain key insights on innovations and industry shifts from GDC 2025 in the 2025 GDC Trends Report, covering everything from the new Accessible Games Initiative to the changing landscape of live service games. Download the free report: reg.gdconf.com/2025-trends-...
June 18, 2025 at 8:56 PM
From hybrid-casual mobile games to niche live service titles, the 2025 GDC Trends Report unpacks how developers are adapting to changing player preferences. Download free now! reg.gdconf.com/2025-trends-... #GameIndustry #GDC2025
June 12, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Just released: The 2025 GDC Trends Report reveals how generative AI is impacting game development, while raising important questions about copyright and job security. Download our free report for more. bit.ly/4mIwI7v #GDC2025 #GameDev
June 5, 2025 at 4:12 PM
The 2025 GDC Trends Report is here!

Discover the future of game development with the first-ever GDC Trends Report. Explore key innovations in AI, VR, accessibility, mobile trends, and changing business models from the industry's premier conference.

Download free now: reg.gdconf.com/2025-trends-...
June 3, 2025 at 4:06 PM