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The submission window for workshops at this year’s NZ Game Developers Conference (NZGDC) is now open, and we’re calling on you to share your expertise and passion with the community. For the first time ever, you have the flexibility to propose workshop sessions of 1, 2, or 3 hours. Whether you want to deliver a […]

New Zealand’s game development sector is one of the country’s fastest-growing creative industries, generating over $548 million in export revenue in 2024 alone. With 26% year-on-year growth, world-class studios, and a reputation for creative and technical excellence, we are on track to become a $1 billion export industry in the coming years. But right now, […]





Thank you for your participation and feedback during the Amplify consultation in November and December last year. We have now prepared a summary of the written submissions and survey responses we received from 700+ individuals and organisations. This summary is now available on our website: Amplify – summary of submissions | Manatū Taonga | Ministry […]

We wanted to update you on the latest developments regarding the Amplify strategy consultation. You can find the NZGDA submission HERE. The government’s Amplify strategy aims to strengthen New Zealand’s creative and cultural sectors, and we are pleased to share the latest updates. The Ministry for Culture and Heritage (MCH) completed the public consultation phase, receiving […]

New Zealand’s game development sector is thriving—growing more than 10 times faster than the global average and making serious strides towards becoming a $1 billion export industry. That’s just one of the standout findings in the inaugural NZGDA Industry Report, released today by the New Zealand Game Developers Association (NZGDA). This first-ever annual report provides […]

Submissions to speak at NZGDC 2025 are now open! All speakers and panel organisers receive a full complimentary NZGDC 2024 pass. The conference will be held at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wellington New Zealand from 25th – 27th September and the Conference programme is expected to be confirmed by the end of May. […]



GDSR Update from NZ On Air Registrations for the 2025 round of the Game Development Sector Rebate (GDSR) open today, Monday 3 February. GDSR Registration is the first step in applying for the rebate. Once you have completed the registration process, you will then receive a Letter of Acknowledgement or Decline from us. That will […]





The Ministry for Culture and Heritage has drafted a strategy, Amplify, which was recently out for consultation (now closed).  Amplify sets out the government’s actions to boost creativity and culture in New Zealand.  It communicates the Government’s plan for prioritising decisions about how to work with, and support, the sectors’ development.  After an initial read, it’s […]

The NZGDA 2023/24 Annual General Meeting was held recently on 27th November 2023.  More on this below, but first a note from our Chair, Carl Leducq: Tēnā koutou katoa, It is my privilege to have hosted my first Annual General Meeting as Chairperson for the New Zealand Game Developers Association (NZGDA). Reflecting on the past […]