Event Calendar

Bandai Namco Entertainment and Bandai Namco Studios are now announcing “The Second GYAAR Studio Indie Games Contest” for indie game creators!

The aim of this contest is to actively support indie game creators and stimulate the further game industry. The 1st contest was held in 2022, where one platinum award and seven prize-winning games were selected.
For the second contest, talented and outstanding works also will be selected and we plan to offer a total of up to 100 million JPY in support funding to those works as well.

In addition to it, Bandai Namco Group will fully support the creators with their strength and years of acquired know-how.

Blastmode received support in 2022
In the 2022 contest Dutch developer Blastmode was one of the winners with their fishing RPG ‘Sea Sniffers’.

More info 
Submission will be open from early September 2023 until early December 2023.
All current info about timelines, submission criteria, and more is listed on the contest website.

Nederlands Film Festival gives digital stories and productions the space they deserve – a chance to experience and marvel at the wealth of Dutch digital culture.

One of these productions, Storyspace, offers a chance to immerse yourself in a diverse range of storytelling forms. Creators are exploring themes like influencers and followers, facial recognition, archaeological treasures, the European self-image, and uncertain future prospects through a variety of mediums, including apps, games, and interactive theater performances.

Check out the details here.

Join them for their 13th event featuring a wide variety of business, marketing, and licensing sessions for the first time. Tickets to participate in all sessions are completely free.

In addition to the lectures, meet with hundreds of industry leaders. Representatives from developers, publishers, investors, marketing firms and more will be available for meetings.

Read more here.

Join them for their 8th annual celebration of game developers of color, coming to your screen September 27–30, 2023. Each day features a variety of new voices, games, and experiences as they connect you with an uplifting community of creators from around the world!

Read more here.

Unlock the secrets of developing meaningful Virtual Reality Games and uncover their funding sources at this month’s GameDevCafé.

Dive into the discussion with Nikita Kayal and shape the future of serious VR gaming! Read more here.

Together with ROM Utrecht, the Dutch Game Assocation will be hosting the first AI & Game Talks of 2023!

AI is revolutionizing Game Development. Since ChatGPT’s arrival, AI has captivated various sectors. Now, the gaming industry can’t ignore it. ROM Utrecht & the DGA are hosting DGA Talks on AI’s impact. We’ll cover automated game testing, instant open world creation, AI-powered player interactions, and more. A panel will explore AI in gaming, and there’ll be networking opportunities. Join them on September 28th for insights, drinks, and connections in the gaming industry. Sign up for free here!