Our first meet-up of 2026 will take place on Wednesday 28th January at Head of Steam in Liverpool City Centre, from 6pm onwards. This is a great place to connect with games industry peers in a relaxed environment. Register your interest here: shorturl.at/Y8WAM We look forward to seeing you there!

A new chapter for the Network. Liverpool Game Dev Network is now Liv Games Network. Rooted in where we started, and still focussed on accessible, high-quality events that help the UK games industry connect and grow, we're excited to take this next step. Liv Game Summit info dropping soon!

Day 1 of our Games Pitching Bootcamp was a big success 🎉 Developers gained practical guidance on company structure, IP rights, pitching to publishers, and finance, as well as 1-to-1 pitch-deck masterclasses from @silverliningint.bsky.social. Day 2 is next week!

Join us Wed 26 Nov for Day 1 of the #LGDN Pitching Bootcamp designed for start-up indie devs. Expect valuable, approachable talks on building a strong business foundation for your game or studio, plus networking + catered lunch Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...

Thanks to everyone who braved the storm for our LGDN Meet Up last week! 🌧️ Our final meet-up of the year is on Wed 10 Dec. Want to connect sooner? Join our Dev Drop In coffee morning this Sat (22 Nov, 10am) at Paper Cup Café. Book both via Linktree 👉 lnkd.in/eiDGDYQM #LGDN #DevMeetUp #LiverpoolGames

Lots happening at LGDN! Join us & connect with the community: 🔹Nov 20 – Free Webinar: Finances (6 PM, Discord) 🔹Nov 22 – Dev Drop-In (10 AM, Paper Cup Coffee) 🔹Nov 26 – Games Pitching Bootcamp Day 1 (10 AM, Baltic Ventures) Register and join discord: linktr.ee/liverpoolgdn

Applications for the #LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp close tomorrow! If you’re an indie dev with a game in progress, don't miss the opportunity to get expert feedback, meet publishers, and pitch for a £1,000 prize. 🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 | Liverpool 🎟️ Apply now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...

3 days left to apply for the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! If you’ve been working on a game and wondering if it’s ready to pitch, this is your chance to find out. 🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 | Liverpool 🎟️ Apply now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese... #IndieDev #LGDN #PitchYourGame

Only 1 week left to apply for the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! If you’ve been working on a game & wondering if it’s pitch-ready this is for you! 🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 | Liverpool 🎤 Talks, 1-to-1s, networking & a £1,000 pitch prize! 🎟️ Apply now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese... #IndieDev #LGDN

We’re delighted to welcome BrabnersLLP as a sponsor of the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! 🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 💡 Workshops, networking, 1-to-1s & a £1,000 pitch prize! 🎟️ Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese... #LGDN #GamesPitchingBootcamp #IndieDev #GamesIndustry #LiverpoolGames

Games Tech Connect brought together 100+ games & creative pros for a brilliant day of talks, panels & networking 💡 Huge thanks to everyone who joined - the energy in the room was incredible!

Excited to welcome Eben from @silverliningint.bsky.social to the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! They're running a must-attend session on how (not) to pitch to publishers packed with insights, advice & cautionary tales. 🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 🎟️ Tickets: bit.ly/lgdnbootcamp #LGDN #IndieDev #GamesIndustry

We're excited to welcome The Growth Playground as a sponsor of the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! 🗓️ Nov 26 & Dec 3 💡 Workshops, networking, 1-to-1s & a £1,000 pitch prize! 🎟️ Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-prese...

Games Tech Connect's full speaker roster is now live! Meet top UK games leaders, tech & legal experts, and publishers at this partnered event with Format Group | One Fine Day, Liverpool | Wed 29 Oct, 11am–5pm | Mixer @ Ropewalks Hotel, 6pm+ Waitlist: luma.com/tbq8uipq

Curious about the LGDN Pitching Bootcamp? Not sure if it’s for you? Join us tonight at 6:30pm for a short, informal intro session on the LGDN Discord. Whether you're pitching or just exploring, this is the perfect way to get started. discord.gg/wcVjrkak #LGDN #GamesPitchingBootcamp

🎮 Excited to welcome Glitch Free Accounting as a sponsor for the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! They’re experts in accounting for game studios - helping devs manage finances, claim tax relief & grow sustainably. Nov 26 & Dec 3 Workshop talks, networking + £1,000 prize! 🎟️ shorturl.at/KmIIk

“Premium games don’t work on mobile” Paul Topping, CCO at Exient Publishing believes it’s time to challenge that idea. At #GamesTechConnect, he’ll explore how changing play patterns and subscription models are opening up new opportunities for PC devs on mobile. 📱 luma.com/tbq8uipq

🎤 Speaker Spotlight 🎤 Calvin Williams, CEO @imprnt.bsky.social 🐶 “A Dog’s Guide to Kickstarter” - lessons from the successful Hounded kickstarter campaign. 👉 What worked, what didn’t, & why community is still so important. 📍 Oct 29 | Liverpool 🎟 Tickets: luma.com/tbq8uipq

Games Tech Connect will feature a speed networking session designed to help you meet other attendees in a relaxed, structured setting. Whether you’re looking to connect with founders, funders, or peers, this is a great space to start the conversation. 🎟 luma.com/tbq8uipq

❗ Sponsor Announcement ❗ We're delighted to welcome Brabners as a sponsor for Games Tech Connect ⚡ A top UK law firm with expertise in creative, digital & tech, supporting studios of all sizes with IP, legal & growth. 📅 Oct 29 | Liverpool 🎟 luma.com/tbq8uipq

We're teaming up with @ukieofficial.bsky.social on October 9th✨ After their Supercharge Session, we’ll be hosting a social for a chance to connect with the games community 🎮 Tickets to supercharge day session: shorturl.at/L4QyO Free Tickets to the evening social: shorturl.at/Pq5TL

❗Panel Announcement – Games Tech Connect❗ The Power of Cross-Sector Partnerships Featuring: 🎨 Blake Ugo – Lauda Cartoons 📈 Rebecca Robinson – The Growth Playground 🖥 Dr. David Tully – Scenegraph Studios 💡 Lee Danskin – Escape Technology 🎟 Tickets: luma.com/tbq8uipq

Our next evening meet-up will be on Wednesday 24th September from 6pm at Head of Steam. We look forward to seeing you there! You can register for this event here: lnkd.in/ewxgWM8r Access to all of our upcoming events and meet-ups: lnkd.in/eiDGDYQM

🎮 Announcing the LGDN Games Pitching Bootcamp! 2 days of talks, networking + live pitches. Selected teams get 1-to-1 expert sessions + the chance to win £1,000. 📅 26 Nov & 3 Dec Tickets: shorturl.at/AAmHD

Our next Dev Drop-In will be on Saturday 13th September from 10am - 1pm. We look forward to seeing you there! Connect with our Network over a coffee, work on your project, send some emails, or just come along for some relaxed networking www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgdn-dev-d...

We’re thrilled to announce that Games Tech Connect is sponsored by @firesprite.bsky.social Based in Liverpool and part of PlayStation Studios, Firesprite is a powerhouse of innovation and creativity in game development. 📅 29 Oct, One Fine Day, Liverpool 🎟 Tickets: shorturl.at/HKDu5

Thrilled to announce Joe Appleford, Director of Sales & Partnerships at Chillblast Group, as a guest speaker for Games Tech Connect on 29th October. Joe will share practical steps the industry can take to support education and improve the talent pipeline. 🎟 Tickets: luma.com/tbq8uipq

Want real feedback on your pitch deck from a games publisher? We're delighted to announce that Exient will be running 1-to-1 Pitch Deck Reviews at Games Tech Connect (Oct 29). Spaces are limited so secure your ticket now to book your slot! Tickets: shorturl.at/vB8WF

Join Andrew Coggan of BackslashAudio on Wednesday 27th August at 6pm for his talk "Why Good Game Audio Feels Invisible: The Irony Behind Immersion". Perfect for budding sound designers or devs interested in the craft of creating audio for games. shorturl.at/fSJSy

Spread the word! A reminder that our weekday meet-up is today, 20th August at Head of Steam for 6pm onwards. We'll see you there 🙂 www.eventbrite.com/e/1551790720...

This coming Saturday 16th, we'll be hosting our first ever Dev Drop-In. This is a casual meet-up with a co-working twist. Bring along your laptop, work on your project, or just connect over a coffee ☕ www.eventbrite.com/e/1551939275...

Our monthly weekday meet-up will be on Wednesday 20th August. We look forward to seeing you there! Visitors to this meet-up are now entitled to a 25% discount at Head of Steam. Please get in touch with us to learn how to receive this discount. Register your interest here: shorturl.at/g4zwL

We had a fantastic meet-up last month! Thanks for everyone who came along. Our next pub meet-up will be on Wednesday 20th August. We've also set-up a brand new Saturday morning meet-up, called Dev Drop-In, with our first one on Saturday 16th August. More news on that soon!

Just a reminder our meet-up is taking place tomorrow evening, 23rd July. We'll see you there!

Our next meet-up will be on Wednesday 23rd July at Head of Steam from 6pm. Come along and connect with our network of devs in a relaxed and friendly environment: www.eventbrite.com/e/1482920618...

🚀 Take the Lead in IT! @wushustudios.bsky.social Needs an IT Support Lead 🚀 Oversee and enhance IT infrastructure, support a creative team, and drive improvements in a tech environment. 🔥 Learn more here: tinyurl.com/bdehrf84 #gamedev #gamesindustry #indiedev #hiring #jobs

Congratulations to recent First-Class Honours graduate Jole Challinor, the inaugural winner of the Liv Game Summit, Liverpool’s biggest game development event! Jole is making waves with his hit indie game Blade Rush under his own company, Noba Games Ltd. Read more ➡️ www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/new...

Are you based in or close to Southport? Do you want to connect with games industry and creative-tech peers? Spotlight Series: Southport, will be taking place on Wednesday 25th for an evening of connection, learning and inspiration! Tickets: lnkd.in/eU4sS5PP Some of our previous events below 👇

We can't wait to host our next Spotlight Series event in Southport on Wednesday 25th June, from 4pm - 8pm. You can expect: - 3 fantastic talks from senior-level industry experts - Engaged networking opportunities - Buffet-style refreshments See you there! Tickets: shorturl.at/6kPY4

We've loved checking out all the games being showcased at #LivGameSummit! Bread Winners, Single Espresso, Shuffle Showdown, The Bomb has been Planted and many more fantastic games are here to try! 😍

That's a wrap on #LivGameSummit! 🌇 We loved showcasing Grit & Valor and connecting with so many wonderful people. Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by. 🥰 Did you get a chance to play? If so, let us know your thoughts! 👇

“Start looking for the next project as soon as you get a project. Tailor your pitches to what your strengths are” David Harper @skyhookgames.bsky.social #livgamesummit #gamedev

1 week to go until @liverpoolgdn.bsky.social's Liv Game Summit on Thurs, 5 June! 🎮 Don’t miss this epic day of talks, creativity & connection in the NW! 👋 Catch the Milky Tea team, try Grit and Valor, and grab some exclusive goodies! 🎟️ Tickets: loom.ly/wBW2r74 #LivGameSummit #MilkyTea

We're joining the Liv Game Summit on Thurs, June 5th! Secure your ticket now for a chance to book 1:1 portfolio reviews with our Associate Art Director Gerben & Lead Artist Chris! Tickets 👉 buff.ly/5iaIenz #GoTeam #KeywordsStudios #GameDev #LivGameSummit

🎮 Portfolio Reviews at Liv Game Summit! Get 1-to-1 feedback in art, audio, design & programming. 🎟 Ticket holders only ⏳ Booking opens Thurs 22 May Supported by In4group, @d3tltd.bsky.social & BackSlash Audio First come, first served! Tickets: shorturl.at/Fq3iG

🎮 We’re sponsoring the LGDV Liv Game Summit on Thurs 5 June! A day of honest convos, creative exchange + support for devs, studios, freelancers & students. 🎥 Check out Marek’s vid for a peek at what to expect. 👋 Come say hi to the Milky Tea team! #LivGameSummit #IndieDev #GamingCommunity

❗Game devs! Join us at Liv Game Summit (June 5th) for a full day of panels, 1-to-1 portfolio reviews, games showcase, and networking! 🎮 With industry experts like @devolverdigital.com @sonyplaystation.bsky.social & @lucidgames.bsky.social 🎟️ Just £35! Get your ticket: shorturl.at/Fq3iG #GameDev

Fantastic to see this article about our upcoming landmark event being featured on Invest Liverpool's website: investliverpool.com/news/liverpo...

#PlayYourWay is BACK!! 🎮 Get your game on for mental health, and show us your Home World. 🌍🚀 Plus, earn your exclusive collectable pin for donating or fundraising for Safe In Our World. GET STARTED ⬇️ tiltify.com/safe-in-our-...

Partner Announcement! We're delighted to be partnering with @lucidgames.bsky.social for our upcoming Liv Game Summit. Lucid Games supports the development of some of the biggest games of the last 10 years, working in partnership with Microsoft, EA and LightSpeed Studios. Tickets below 👇