Collin van Ginkel to replace Aryeh Loeb as Incubation Manager
May 3, 2023 | News
Dutch Game Garden is pleased to announce the appointment of Collin van Ginkel as our new Incubation Manager, following the departure of Aryeh Loeb. Collin will host his first Incubation session at Dutch Game Garden in Utrecht on June 7th. “Aryeh has been an...
Selma Oors appointed as a board member of Dutch Game Garden
Feb 23, 2023 | Featured post, Game Industry, Games, News
Dutch Game Garden is happy to announce that Selma Oors has been appointed as a new board member. Selma’s extensive experience in managing teams as a co-founder and operations manager at several successful game studios, will be of great value to the development of...
Mythiary Studios, Roblox Super Heroes and Yvora Game Studio join DGG game community
Dec 22, 2022 | Featured post, Game Industry, Games, News
Dutch Game Garden welcomes three new companies to the office community at Dotslash Utrecht: Mythiary Studios, Roblox Super Heroes and Yvora Game Studio. We’re excited to welcome them to the building and facilitate new connections with the Dutch games industry and...
New publication GameBiz Stories: Funding Strategies out now
Nov 11, 2022 | Featured post, Game Industry, Games, News
From every experience of setting up and running a business valuable lessons can be learned. Dutch Game Garden’s new publication GameBiz Stories is here to collect and preserve these stories. The current edition explores funding strategies. With the maturing of...
Successful first edition of Dutch Game Pitch
Nov 9, 2022 | Featured post, Game Industry, Games, News
Dutch game companies and games industry investors came together for a pitch round at Crossroads 2022. The pitch session organized by Dutch Game Garden successfully introduced a small group of industry professionals to facilitate funding opportunities. Investing in a...Current Month
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01sepallday01decalldayGYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest (submission window)
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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
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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’.
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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.
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September 1 (Friday) - December 1 (Friday)
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Phoenixx Inc (jp)
06sep12:0014:00DGG Network Lunch September
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Join us in Utrecht on the 6th of September for our monthly Network Lunch! Every first Wednesday of the month, Dutch Game Garden hosts a free networking lunch for the Dutch
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Join us in Utrecht on the 6th of September for our monthly Network Lunch!
Every first Wednesday of the month, Dutch Game Garden hosts a free networking lunch for the Dutch game industry in Utrecht. It is an opportunity for creative professionals, teachers, project leaders, future interns, students, potential clients, and others interested in the industry to meet, mingle and share their projects and questions.
Program (12:00 – 14:00)
- 12:00 – Doors open
- 12:05 – Opening presentation and announcements from Dutch Game Garden
- 12:10 – Shout-outs – share your announcement or question in 3 sentences!
- 12:15 – Lunch with games showcases
Showcasing
Want to showcase a game live during the Network Lunch and get valuable feedback? You can and it’s free, but we have limited spots available each lunch.
Dutch Game Garden can provide an office desk with a screen and power sockets or an INDIGO Cabinet, but please note that you need to bring your own laptop and mouse/keyboard/controllers.
More info and sign up through the showcasing form.
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Note: only through registration, limited places available. Sign up here.
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(Wednesday) 12:00 - 14:00
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Dotslash Utrecht
400 Europalaan, 3526 KR Utrecht
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Dutch Game Gardeninfo@dutchgamegarden.nl
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Get your ticket here!14sep12:0014:00Pitch Perfect at Crossroads 2023
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Investing in a serious game company calls for specific industry knowledge. Dutch Game Garden is inviting companies and investors from the Dutch game industry for a pitch round. Dutch
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Investing in a serious game company calls for specific industry knowledge. Dutch Game Garden is inviting companies and investors from the Dutch game industry for a pitch round.
Dutch serious game companies ready to grow beyond their next project are invited to this pitch session at Crossroads 2023. Each company will pitch to private investors from the Dutch game industry, funds and government officials specialized in scale-up and participation financing for feedback and networking purposes.
Developers and investors can register here: https://forms.gle/WyfNnat7LemPfKoC6
Pitch Perfect is organized by Dutch Game Garden in collaboration with ROM Utrecht Region.
Crossroads 2023
Pitch Perfect is part of Crossroads 2023. Read more about the event here.
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(Thursday) 12:00 - 14:00
Location
Dutch Game Garden
Europalaan 400-1
Organizer
Dutch Game Gardeninfo@dutchgamegarden.nl
Rotterdam Game Drinks powered by i3D.net & the City of Rotterdam
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De Beurs
- 55 Kruiskade 3012 EE Rotterdam
15sep16:0020:00Rotterdam Game Drinks powered by i3D.net & the City of Rotterdam
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Rotterdam Game Drinks: Launch Edition powered by i3D.net & the City of Rotterdam Join us for an exciting evening of networking with fellow
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Rotterdam Game Drinks: Launch Edition powered by i3D.net & the City of Rotterdam
Join us for an exciting evening of networking with fellow game industry professionals from Rotterdam and beyond at the Rotterdam Game Drinks: Launch Edition powered by i3D.net and the City of Rotterdam. This in-person event will take place on Friday September 15th 2023 at De Beurs in Rotterdam.
Connect with colleagues from the gaming industry in a relaxed and informal setting. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to forge new connections and further strengthen the Dutch gaming ecosystem! Sign up here!
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(Friday) 16:00 - 20:00
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De Beurs
55 Kruiskade 3012 EE Rotterdam
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De Beurs 55 Kruiskade 3012 EE Rotterdam
22sepallday28alldayNederlands Film Festival: Storyspace
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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,
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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.
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september 22 (Friday) - 28 (Thursday)
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Bibliotheek Neude
Neude 11, 3512 AE Utrecht
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26sepallday27alldayIndiegame Business
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Join them for their 13th event featuring a wide variety of business, marketing, and licensing sessions for the first time. Tickets to participate in
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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.
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september 26 (Tuesday) - 27 (Wednesday)
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Online
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Read more about the event here27sepalldayalldayGame Devs of Color Expo
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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
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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.
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All Day (Wednesday)
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Online
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Read more about the event here27sep18:0023:00GameDevCafé – Serious Virtual Reality
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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
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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.
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(Wednesday) 18:00 - 23:00
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DutchGameDevCommunity / Dutch Couragehttps://courage.events/
28sep15:3019:00Dutch Game Association Talks - AI & Games
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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
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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!
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(Thursday) 15:30 - 19:00
Location
ROM Utrecht
Euclideslaan 1, 3584 BL Utrecht
Organizer
Dutch Game Association