Welcome to the NZGDA July kawerongo, where we dive into the excitement of Wellington Games Week and the highly anticipated New Zealand Game Developers Conference (NZGDC)! |
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| He kōrero nā te kaihautu | Executive Director's Note |
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Kia ora Gina,
We are just 2 and a half months away from NZGDC and the inaugural Wellington Games Week.
Gina and I are excited to see Wellington transform into a hub of events showcasing the creativity, innovation, and community spirit of New Zealand’s game dev community.
From cutting-edge game showcases to insightful panels led by industry leaders, attendees will have the chance to connect, learn, and celebrate the diverse talent shaping the future of games in New Zealand.
Wellington Games Week focuses on educating the public about game development, providing learning opportunities for industry professionals, and signalling to international publishers and investors that Wellington Games Week and NZGDC are key events to meet NZ game developers en masse.
Read on as we highlight the key events and vibrant atmosphere that make this a must-attend for the game community!
Ngā mihi nui,
Joy Keene, Executive Director |
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| Introducing Wellington Games Week |
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A week long programme that brings the NZ game industry and public together.
Spread across Wellington and kicking off with the one day GGWP Gaming Con, you'll be able to find an event to suit you. Would you like to meet with an international publisher, join a networking event to meet other devs, showcase your creativity at GGWP’s artist alley or spend the day learning? Well, now you can!
Here is a snapshot of just some of the events that have already been confirmed for Wellington Games Week. The WGW website and event listings will be published next week and launched through the NZGDA website, slack and social media channels.
Be sure to follow NZGDA and secure your tickets as some events have limited capacity. ... |
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| New Zealand Game Developers Conference 2024 |
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This year our theme ‘ Game Dev Evolution: from Past to Future revolves around the concept of evolution in game development.
We look to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first ever conference (held in 2004) by taking a retrospective look at the history of game and screen, and reflect on the remarkable journey the NZ industry has undertaken over the past two decades; while simultaneously exploring the exciting possibilities and innovations that lie ahead in the future. |
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Visit the website and follow us on social media to get the latest updates and news on an engaging array of speakers, including industry leaders and innovators who will share their insights on the latest trends and challenges in the field; our panels that will feature thought-provoking discussions, covering a wide range of topics to inspire and inform attendees; the exhibitors in the kiwi interactive showcase, where talented developers will present their latest creations and interactive experiences.
Additionally, we’ll be hosting a dedicated Screen & Student Day, packed with opportunities for networking, learning, and exploration tailored for the next generation of creators.
Need accommodation while you're in town? No problem, check out the discounts we've sourced from some of Wellington's coolest hotels. What about discounts for delegates you ask? We got you! When the NZGDC event app launches, you'll be able to see special offers from sponsors and supporters, while saving your favourite speakers and building your own personalised programme!
Here are some of the amazing people you can expect to see this year: |
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Mario Wynands, PikPok Panel: How to Approach Growing Internally, Outsourcing, and Expanding Offshore |
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Tamara Buckland, BloomHQ
Workshop & Talk: Practical Wellbeing for Teams |
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Jonathan Smårs, Iron Gate Studios
Panel: Valheim: Past, Present & Future |
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Simon McCallum, Victoria University
Talk: Generative AI and Game Development |
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Ludmila Miranda Dukoski, Wētā Workshop
Talk: The AI of Tales of the Shire |
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Nadia Thorne, Black Salt Games
Talk: Small Teams, Big Ambitions |
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| Kiwi Interactive Showcase @ NZGDC |
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The Kiwi Interactive Showcase is back for NZGDC'24!!
If you would like to showcase your game, connect with fellow developers and engage with an enthusiastic audience, then submit your exhibitor application here.
Don't miss this great opportunity! |
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In case you missed it, here's a snippet of whats been happening in July: |
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Epic Games pulls out of 'rent collector' distribution and will restore Fortnite to iOS in Europe. |
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Synty Studios turned 10 years old! They celebrated with a image jam, and other birthday giveaways. There's still a few days left to get yours! Check out their blog for more! |
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Catch up on the Australian Financial Review article on how NZ game studios like Streamliners and NZGDA Studio Member, Beyond, are changing Australian lives as well! |
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Congratulations to Vee Pendergrast, CODE's Industry Development Manager (and longtime friend of NZGDA), who was awarded Te Maunga Kai Kapua (Tuakana)- Pillar of the Industry at the recent PAVs. See Vee and the other deserving winners here |
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The New Zealand Māori creative (digital) business delegation to China, led by Asia New Zealand Foundation (ANZF), made significant strides engaging in highly immersive interactions and exclusive experiences with Chinese sector experts, business leaders, public agencies, and industry leaders. |
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Just some of the amazing work from NZGDA Studio Members and their talented teams! |
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Sam Ramlu and her very talented team at Mighty Eyes have this 8 minute feature that is well worth the watch. Go on, grab a coffee and take a look. |
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Flinklock: The Siege of Dawn is released by A44 Games - think you should grab it. |
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Perhaps some artwork or vision from Wētā Workshop's Tales of the Shire. Make sure your sound is on - it's cosy!! ❤️ |
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| Pitopito kōrero | New & Noteworthy |
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Welcome:
A very warm welcome to NZGDA's newest Studio Member My Fight Ltd.
We look forward to supporting you and your team on your game dev journeys. |
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We are happy to announce a range of new member benefits now available in the NZGDA Members Hub! These include discounts from Drope.me (micro-influencer marketing platform), the latest NewZoo reports and IndieGameBusiness resources and the latest webinar hosted by NZGDA Exec Director, Joy Keene.
Also available for NZGDA Members is special discounts for the upcoming New Zealand Game Developers Conference (NZGDC), providing you with savings on ticket prices.
Don’t miss out on these fantastic opportunities—log in to the Members Hub today to take full advantage of everything we have to offer! |
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| Kaupapa whakatairanga | Events |
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If have news, content, community activities, events or jobs to share, email info@nzgda.com |
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