GDC Festival of Gaming has transformed and so has the State of the Game Industry report. This year’s findings highlight the challenges, opportunities, & emerging trends across the game-making ecosystem. Ready to uncover what’s driving the industry forward? Get the full report: https://bit.ly/4t8BaQb

Five Thing I Bring to GDC Episode 6 is ready for your viewing pleasure! Laia Bee's essentials include her friends and panelists. Who are you looking forward to seeing at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? https://bit.ly/48w1DxK

GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 is almost here, and we have an incredible line up of speakers from different companies On The Agenda. It's time for us to change the game together! Sessions: https://bit.ly/4qcv5Qr Passes: https://bit.ly/48w1DxK

Challenging tabletop production status quo! Learn practical & idealistic methods for sustainable board game creation at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🌱 Session: https://bit.ly/4rE164R Passes: https://bit.ly/48w1DxK

📣 ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT 📣 GDC Pitch's extended deadline is almost here. Not much time left to submit, and you don't want to miss your chance to get real-time feedback, guidance, and questions about your pitch! https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO

Data tells many stories. @bethelderkin.bsky.social of @officialgdc.bsky.social explains how different segments of the game industry are reporting different sentiments in the latest State of the Industry Report Hear more on the Game Developer Podcast: gamedeveloper.podbean.com/e/63-analyzi...

🚨SESSION ALERT🚨 Creating authentic LGBTQ characters & storylines? GLAAD Gaming has the answers! Join Blair Durkee & Sabrina Mah for their session "Backed by Data, Built with Care: Telling Authentic LGBTQ Stories in Video Games" at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🎮 Session: https://bit.ly/3NUMm32

Steam Deck’s popularity is surging among developers, with 28% actively creating or optimizing games for the platform. What does this mean for the future of handheld gaming? Find out in the 2026 State of the Game Industry report. https://bit.ly/4qe2z0m

🚨BUY ONE GET ONE 50% OFF🚨 If you register between February 3-13 for any pass, you will receive a 50% code for a Festival or Game Changer pass on February 16 to share with a friend! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK

🏆 GRAMMY WINNER Austin Wintory! 🏆 Congratulations on this incredible achievement! Can't wait to see what you have planned for the Developer's Concert at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🎵

We've extended the deadline until February 6th. Don't miss your opportunity to submit for this year's GDC Pitch!

🎮 Balancing multiple Disney IPs in live service games! Josh Labelle reveals Disney Dreamlight Valley's scalable narrative pipeline secrets during his session at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! ✨ Session: https://bit.ly/4q2QeMx Register: https://bit.ly/48w1DxK #GDC2026 #disneydreamlightvalley #gaming

Stop by Space 1949 to connect with Triple Play Partner Red Hat at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Learn how their innovative solutions are driving the future of gaming with modernized infrastructure, containerized game servers, and optimized performance. Join Us: https://bit.ly/3Z7cnhS

🏟️ GDC Nights kicks off in STYLE! Oracle Park transforms into gaming paradise: stadium lights + tabletop games + fan-voted movie + dynamic lighting effects = unforgettable Opening Night at the Ballpark! ⚾🎮 Register Now! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK #GDC2026

5 Things I Bring to GDC episode 5 is here! Kate Edwards shares her essentials with us. What are your 5 things you're bringing to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? Let us know in the comments! #GDC2026 Join us! https://bit.ly/48w1DxK

The Project Lead @bethelderkin.bsky.social will be answering questions about the report in the GDC Official Discord! Don't miss this chance to get your burning questions answered. Join Us! discord.gg/XbtcJCUDQA

From the rise of PC handhelds to the growing debate around generative AI, the 2026 State of the Game Industry report explores the trends shaping game development. Download the report now. https://bit.ly/4t8BaQb

Visit Space 1556 to connect with Triple Play Partner Reddit at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Discover how they’re fostering vibrant gaming communities and empowering creators to share their stories. See you there! Let's partner: https://bit.ly/4t2NUYE

The Developer's Concert hosted by Austin Wintory is now part of GDC Nights! No more missing it during the day, start your night off right! Main Stage, North Hall, Tuesday March 10th 6:30 - 8 PM. https://bit.ly/3NGfVoN #gdc2026

⚡ Rock solid framerates across all platforms! Jon Moore reveals Iron Galaxy's optimization secrets for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🛹 https://bit.ly/3O8fVxR #GDC2026

⏰GDC Pitch submissions close February 2nd! Game Changer Pass holders: You're eligible for GDC Pitch at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 - but time is running out! Submit NOW - Don't miss your chance to showcase your game to industry leaders! 🚀 https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO #GDC2026

Hollywood & gaming losing the attention war! Sharon Tal Yguado reveals how to fight back at her Luminaries Speaker Series session, "The Algorithm Broke Entertainment: Why Hollywood and Games Are Losing Gen Z and How to Win Them Back". Exclusively for Game Changer pass! https://bit.ly/4t1kYAh

The #GDCA2026 Audience Award voting is now open! You don't want to miss this chance to make your voice heard! Vote Now! https://bit.ly/4jXuct7

Thrilled to welcome Triple Play Partner Roblox to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! With a mission to connect a billion people every day through optimism and civility, Roblox is reimagining how people come together. Be part of the future of connection and creativity: https://bit.ly/3YZxORW

BGD will be at #GDC2026, and we'll be joined by a bunch of speakers from the local games community! Here's a handy thread of the speakers from MA so you can be sure to go check out their talks 🧵 Also reminder to use coupon code BGD10 for 10% off a pass -> gdc.informafestivals.com/2026/registr...

🚨LUMINARIES SPEAKER SERIES SESSION ALERT🚨 Digital innovation transforming iconic brands! Marcus Liassides reveals Mattel's strategy for the modern era at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🚀 this session is exclusive to the Game Changer pass. Join us today! https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/

GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 is where the industry comes together. No matter what your role is, whether you make games, fund, publish, or test. It's time to change the game, together. Join us: https://gdconf.com/passes-pricing/

Bill Kleyman explores hardware advances reshaping gaming & beyond in his session "How Emerging Hardware Innovation Will Change the Player Experience" at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🎮 This Luminaries Speaker Series session is exclusively for Game Changer pass. https://bit.ly/48w1DxK

5 things I bring to GDC episode 4 is finally here! Bekah Saltsman stays fed and keeps things weird with the things she brings. What are you bringing to GDC Festival of Gaming 2026? https://bit.ly/48w1DxK #GDC2026

Exciting news! We’re thrilled to welcome Wizards of the Coast as our partner at GDC Festival of Gaming! 🌟 Wizards of the Coast continues to shape the industry and inspire the next generation of creators and game players. 🧙‍♂️🎮✨ https://bit.ly/4b9axEk

Whether you're perfecting your pitch, pursuing your first publishing deal, or showcasing your studio to key industry players, GDC Pitch is your moment! AND Game Changer Pass = GDC Pitch eligibility! 🎮 https://bit.ly/4jXeuOO #GDC2026

🚨Session Alert🚨 🎮 Part-time developers created critically acclaimed TMNT game! Amanda Farough reveals how Strange Scaffold secured dream IP & delivered success at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! 🐢 https://bit.ly/48w1DxK

Future of Gaming at Netflix & Beyond! Join Alain Tascan, President of Games at Netflix, for insights on gaming evolution at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! This is a can't miss chat part of the Luminaries Speaker Series exclusive to Game Changer passes. schedule.gdconf.com/session/the-...

Another night to celebrate the craft with the creators who set the bar. The Game Developers Choice Awards take the Main Stage, North Hall on Thursday March 12 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Don't miss out! gdconf.com/passes-prici... #GDCA2026 #GDC2026

Only a few days left to vote! Don't miss your chance. #IGF2026 Voting closes at 11:59 PM PT January 25th

I'll be speaking at GDC @officialgdc.bsky.social again this year! My talk is "Playtesting Process for Ultra Small Teams" Anyone else going?

🚀 Marvel Rivals: 10M players in 72 hours, 40M in 3 months! Join Yachen Bian, Publishing and Marketing Lead, NetEase Games as she reveals the operational strategies behind this success. schedule.gdconf.com/session/marv...

With GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 rapidly approaching, check out some of the awesome companies you'll see talks from. You don't want to miss this opportunity to level up! #GDC2026

NVIDIA VP John Spitzer reveals RTX innovations, neural rendering & AI breakthroughs at the Luminaries Speaker Series! Exclusive session for Game Changer pass on gaming's future at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! bit.ly/49K840z #GDC2026

GDC Connect Lounge is now Base Camp! Same great space to meet with or find like-minded game industry peers, brand new name! #GDCRemastered Looking to connect before GDC? Join our Discord: discord.gg/6F6Ebj4eg5

The #IGF2026 awards are on their own night! Join us at the GDC Mainstage, North Hall on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM! You don't want to miss this celebration of innovative games that define the future of our industry! igf.com

Impactful Luminaries Speaker Series session! Join Bryan Catanzaro, Julien Merceron, and Alexandre Moufarek for, "AI Trends of Today and Opportunities for Tomorrow: Ask Me Anything". Sessions like this one are only open to the Game Changer pass so grab yours today! bit.ly/4jSz9n5

Announcing Disney Games Group as a Gold Partner of the Game Developers Choice Awards (GDCA)! 🎮 The GDCA celebrates the best in game development, and with Disney Games Group’s support, this year’s event will be unforgettable. Let’s honor the creativity shaping the future of gaming! 🏆 bit.ly/4qOVmEJ

The GDC Official Discord is now open! Welcoming the entire gaming community to discuss, learn, and grow together. Join now - bit.ly/3NoxFVs

Join host Samantha Béart (@samanthabeart.bsky.social) and other game industry guests for "It Takes A Village: Live at GDC" Celebrating game dev's unsung heroes through wholesome fireside chats at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! schedule.gdconf.com/session/it-t...

🚨SPEAKER ALERT 🚨CEO of Savvy Games Group, Brian Ward, joins the Luminaries Speaker Series with a Fireside Chat. The Luminaries Speaker Series is only open to Game Changer pass so get yours today and check out other featured speakers on our website! gdconf.com/luminaries-s...

🐦 Keeper's Twig: From spirited seabird to technical marvel! Pathfinding, splines & physics secrets for lifelike bird companions at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026! Join James Collins (Senior Gameplay Programmer, @doublefine.com ) for this exciting session. schedule.gdconf.com/session/fixe...

The Attention Equation: How Gaming Wins Consumer Focus and What Comes Next - Join Kabir Ahuja, Ichiro Otobe, Itamar Benedy, and Moritz Baier-Lentz for McKinsey & Co’s expert panel at GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 Part of the Luminaries Speaker Series schedule.gdconf.com/session/the-...

🚀 THREE DAYS ONLY! Save $200 on Game Changer pass with code GAMECHANGER2026. Don't let this deal slip away - unlock access to benefits like Game Plan and the Luminaries Speaker Series for less! gdconf.com/passes-prici... #GDC2026

The #IGF2026 Audience Award voting is open! Make your voices heard! Voting closes on January 25th so don't delay, vote today! informa-tech.formstack.com/forms/igf202...