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"BitSummit PUNCH" Official Supporting Streamers Announced!
BitSummit PUNCH has announced its official supporting streamers and creators, including notable figures like FB777 and eoheoh from MSS Project. The event will feature live-streamed programs such as "Creators Talk" and "PUNCH PLAY LIVE," showcasing indie game development stories and gameplay. The BitSummit Game Jam 2026, with the theme "Punch: Break Through," will also introduce an XR category for submissions.
GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 attendance drops 30% to 20,000 visitors
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) in 2026 saw a 30% decrease in attendance, with approximately 20,000 visitors. This decline is attributed to high attendance costs and concerns among international visitors.
Clair Obscur secures top honors at the GDCAs
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 received five awards at the 26th annual Game Developers Choice Awards, held during GDC 2026. The peer-voted awards recognize achievements in game development.
Saturday Gatherings and Events
The rebranded GDC Festival of Gaming successfully attracted 20,000 attendees for its five-day event in 2026. The festival focused on providing transformative connection and insight for an industry undergoing significant transition.
Evening Multiplex
The article highlights upcoming events and updates, including the 2026 Independent Games Festival Awards and a GDC Keynote focused on building lasting games. It also mentions major updates for DAIMON BLADES: Flesh & Thorns and the game Directive 8020.
In an amazing live mash-up, composer Austin Wintory turned Ben Starr's Clair Obscur monologue into a Balatro gag
During his annual Game Developer's Conference concert, composer Austin Wintory performed a live mash-up, humorously blending a serious monologue from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with the music of the poker deckbuilder Balatro. Actors Ben Starr and Jennifer English participated in the bit, which also featured musical pairings with The Last of Us and Super Mario Bros.
GDC confirms return to San Francisco in 2027
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) has confirmed its return to San Francisco in 2027. This announcement comes despite ongoing concerns regarding the cost of attendance and international visitor anxieties about traveling to the USA.
Evening Gatherings and Events
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) has confirmed its return to San Francisco for 2027. This marks a significant decision regarding the future location of one of the industry's premier events.