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Looking much forward to the 2024 Hamburg Games Conference in March. I will speak about turnarounds in challenging situations for studios :-) General key topic this year: Invest in games. #HGC #HamburgGamesConference #GamesIndustry #Games

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

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

The hat for this year's #gamescom nothing too visible, but change of style comes in line with a couple of first timers this year. 1. 🪅 Meettomatch schedule fully booked, no single slot left >> I messed it up and didn't even reserve a slot for the obligatory walk through the halls. I hope to find some time Friday. 2. 🏘️ We have our own meeting room as Kickstarter at medianet berlinbrandenburg e.V. joint booth in Hall 4.1, come by and say hello! >> I typically prefer to go to other people's booths as I can then see how they present themselves, I bump into people on the way, can scout for interesting companies in-between the rush from one meeting to the next. Let's see how this turns out. 3. 🐝 Taking some meetings for Honig Studios - digital production studio for the first time as I am helping them in the publishing team for #TheLostGlitches >> a new hat in the pack. 4. 🪐 Staying until Saturday, as we had the hotel booked a night longer than usual >> still have a full day on the show grounds and ready for #game500 5. 🇩🇪 No Opening Night Live, no political opening, no #branchenparty for me this year. That's a change I am most curious about as I always appreciated the work game – Verband der deutschen Games-Branche e.V. does for their members at gamescom. >> focussing on events downtown and trying to get some rest in order to survive until Saturday. 6. 📇 No business cards! In my networking classes I feature the added value of physical data exchange, but I am not leading by example anymore. Didn't print new ones for years and simply ran out. >> LinkedIn to the rescue. Hope my extra battery packs will keep the phone alive! But I am sure I will miss the rituals of exchanging cards. 🥳🤠🕹️ All of this said: looking forward to the party!

🐲 Welcome our next speaker at Digital Dragons Conference 2024: Dariusz Furman - Founder from FunVenture! 🪪 Buy your early bird ticket till March 31: https://lnkd.in/dsfSpvtp 👤 The entire professional life is associated with free-to-play games as a service. Running a self-funded company with success since 2018. Currently operating games: Miners Settlement, Almighty. Has designed, developed, and released five games for the mobile market. Finalist of Microsoft Imagine Cup Poland 2015 in games category as a team: “Vivid Dream”. Currently, growing the business further after the first investment round. 🟢 Topic: The Shift In the Industry – We’re Going Back in Time In the gaming industry, we’re shifting from quantity to quality due to new laws, privacy norms, and market saturation. 'The Shift in the Industry – We’re Going Back in Time’ will cover how this change affects game development and marketing across all platforms. It’s not just about Hybrid Casual games; it’s a broader move towards more engaging, quality content. We’ll explore adaptation strategies, cross-platform development, and leveraging brand/IP for marketing.

The gaming industry witnessed a remarkable gathering at the PLAYCON Game Pitch event, hosted by GTR and proudly sponsored by 🎮 G.Round. This event marked a significant collaboration with PLAYCON and GamingMalta, bringing unprecedented enthusiasm and innovation to the forefront of gaming. The 🎤 competition saw 14 highly talented studios from 10 different 🌎 countries, each presenting their unique game ideas to an audience of B2B guests who were engaged and supportive. The diversity in creativity and the quality of presentations were truly inspiring, showcasing the bright future of gaming led by these visionary developers. The event concluded with three well-deserved winners: NonStudio with their game Handmancers, Graewolv with Veil, and BLACKBOX STUDIOS with MECHA ATTACK, each taking home prizes that promise to fuel their journey forward. NonStudio and Graewolv were awarded G.Round vouchers, while Blackbox Studios received a comprehensive PLAYCON 2024 package, setting the stage for their next big leap. 👏 A special mention must be made of our esteemed 🙇 jurors: Meg Clarke from Team17 Digital, Seongbin Yim from Global Top Round, Alexis Trust from Chucklefish Limited, Bobby Wertheim from Nocturne Games, Ivan Filletti from GamingMalta, Kersten Chircop from GMR, and James Choi from G.Round. Their expertise and insight added immense value to the competition, guiding the participants towards their best presentations and rewarding the most promising projects. The PLAYCON Game Pitch event was more than a competition; it was a testament to the power of collaboration within the gaming industry. It allowed talented developers to connect, showcase their innovative games, and inspire one another toward greater creativity and success. 🤝 As we look back on this event, we are grateful for everyone who made it possible – from our sponsors and jurors to the participating studios and our engaged audience. The PLAYCON Game Pitch event has set a new benchmark for what we can achieve together in the gaming world, and we eagerly anticipate what the future holds. 🙏 #PLAYCON #GTR #PLAYCONPitchCompetition #GamingMalta #indiegames #gamedevs #indiedevelopers #networking #conference #event #gamingstudios #gameround #videogames #B2B #videogameindustry #indiestudios

Do you know what "DRV" stands for? We are very happy to contribute to the Games Industry Law Summit. Who will we meet on Cyprus in April? #gameslaw #digitalregulation #drvfromnrw

📣Celebrating 5 Years of Innovation with CEO David Mann 📣 iGaming Express joined our CEO, David Mann, as he reflects on our five-year journey, evolving regulations, and the future of modern slot games. 💡 Named one of the top 100 most influential people in the industry, David shares insights on our growth from a two-person start-up to a team of over 40! Highlighting our certifications in the UK and Ontario and the strategic acquisition of ELYSIUM Studios as our major milestones.🏆 David emphasises the importance of Elysium Studios in the SGA market and its potential impact in the UK and Ontario. He also discusses how partnerships with industry giants set us apart and help engage players worldwide. 🌎 With our diverse range of offerings—SwinttPremium, SwinttSelect, and Elysium Studios—we aim to cater to all kinds of players. In a highly competitive and regulated market, staying ahead of the game is crucial!🚀 Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7QF-U3h 💻 #iGaming #Swintt #LetsDoThis #Interview #Slots

We're gearing up for Copenhagen Gaming Week in Denmark, and we're bringing along three awesome Twitch streamers! Let's introduce you to Ellenvy, Yabbe, and Pehmisxd—they're not just your average gamers; these gals are pros at keeping things exciting with their variety and real-life streams. We're super stoked about having them join us for this event, and here's the best part: they're on the lookout for sponsor opportunities! 🌟 These streamers are all about keeping things fresh. From epic gaming sessions to real-life adventures, they've got it all covered. We're here to support them and help kick things up a notch with collaborations that benefit everyone involved. If you're interested in teaming up with these amazing folks and being a part of the fun at Copenhagen Gaming Week, hit us up! Let's make something awesome happen together! 🚀🎉 #CopenhagenGamingWeek #TwitchStreamers #SponsorshipOpportunity #InfluencerMarketing

In the games business it is sometimes all too easy to become inwardly focused...we are after all, an exciting, evolving industry with highs & lows aplenty... To do that to the exclusion of all else however is foolhardy. There is a whole world of innovation out there, particularly the broader world of "tech". Whether we take inspiration from new business models or utilise emerging technologies, there is value in looking further afield. Equally....there are major misconceptions about gaming from the tech industry leaders I speak to. A little knowledge can be a dangerous thing, and not getting the right advice can lead to spurious conclusions & expensive failures (Google Stadia anyone?) Lets be clear GAMING IS NOT A SUBSET OF TECH It is a highly *creative* endeavour, with a clear focus on *fun* for the consumer This means both the makers & consumers of the product have a very different mindset those who'd build a more general tech-based business. The issues are not insurmountable though...tech and gaming may not be siblings, but they are cousins. With the right advice on market dynamics, opportunity identification and strategic execution, tech companies CAN win in the gaming world. They just need the right guide. I'll be at London Tech week.