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Stephan Reichart transfers leadership of game events GmbH to Frederik Hammes
Frederik Hammes will take over as managing director of game events GmbH in May 2026, succeeding Stephan Reichart. Hammes brings over 20 years of industry experience, including a significant tenure at Travian Games. Reichart will remain involved until August 2026 to ensure a smooth transition for events like gamescom dev and the German Computer Game Awards.
Evening Gatherings and Events
A video game festival is scheduled to take place in New York City on May 9th, with events planned across all boroughs. The event aims to showcase various aspects of the gaming industry.
Top Hat Studios Presents: Spring Showcase 2026 set for April 21
Top Hat Studios has announced their "Top Hat Studios Presents: Spring Showcase 2026" event, scheduled to take place on April 21. Further details about the showcase content were not immediately available.
ESA's iicon conference expands speaker lineup, with EA's Andrew Wilson joining CEOs of Ubisoft, Take Two, Riot, Savvy Games and more
The Entertainment Software Association's new iicon conference has expanded its speaker lineup, adding Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson. He will join other industry leaders including Yves Guillemot of Ubisoft, Strauss Zelnick of Take-Two Interactive, Dylan Jadeja of Riot Games, and Brian Ward of Savvy Games Group. The event focuses on interactive entertainment and its expansion opportunities across various industries.
Shacknews 30th Anniversary Direct to air on April 14
Shacknews will air its 30th Anniversary Direct on April 14 to celebrate three decades of the gaming news outlet. Further details about the content of the direct were not immediately available.
Laptop mishaps and a GDC chat with Owlchemy Labs CEO Andrew Eiche
Owlchemy Labs CEO Andrew Eiche was interviewed on the Game Developer podcast at the 2026 GDC Festival of Gaming. The discussion covered how the game industry adapts to unexpected circumstances and challenges faced by developers. The podcast is a bi-weekly series focused on game development lessons and strategies.
On the ground at GDC: how are devs responding to industry calamity?
Ken Kutaragi, former chairman and group CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, has been announced as the first keynote speaker for Game Republic's New Horizons 2026 event. Kutaragi expressed his eagerness to share his extensive experience and lifetime of innovation at the upcoming conference.
Garry Kitchen Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Video game designer Garry Kitchen has been announced as a Guest of Honor for the Fire & Ice RGX 2026 event. Kitchen is recognized for his pioneering work at Activision during the early years of the video game industry, including developing hit titles for Atari 2600, Commodore 64, NES, and SNES. The event will take place on June 20 and 21, 2026, in Roseville, CA.
The GDC 2026 wrap-up show
The Game Developer Podcast discusses the GDC 2026 Festival of Gaming, featuring insights from editors Bryant Francis, Alissa McAloon, Danielle Riendeau, and Chris Kerr. The episode covers interviews, indie games, talks, and casual conversations from the show floor. Game Developer is a bi-weekly podcast focused on game development lessons and strategies.
Evening Gatherings and Events
Respawn Entertainment, PlayStation Studios, and Electronic Arts are among the first announced speakers for Develop-Brighton 2026. Additionally, Sea of Thieves has launched its Season 19 "Birthday Bonanza" event.
Morning Gatherings and Events
Develop:Brighton has announced its first wave of speakers for the upcoming industry event. Further details regarding the conference schedule and additional speakers are expected soon.
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.
Evening Gatherings and Events
The GDC Festival of Gaming in 2026 saw a 30% decrease in attendance, with only 20,000 visitors. This information was reported by GamesIndustry.biz.
GDC Festival of Gaming 2026 attendance drops 30% to 20,000 visitors
The GDC Festival of Gaming experienced a 30% drop in attendance this year, with only 20,000 visitors, the lowest since 2011. This decline is attributed to high attendance costs and concerns among international visitors regarding US immigration policies. Some companies have redirected their budgets to other events like Develop Brighton and Tokyo Game Show.
Generation Exile Rainforests & Radiation Update Live
Sonderlust Studios has released the 'Rainforests & Radiation' update for their Early Access colony management sim, Generation Exile. This update introduces new biomes, challenges, and gameplay mechanics as players command a generation ship. The article also briefly mentions updates and events for Zenless Zone Zero, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, Dungeon Fighter Online, Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, and the Game Developers Choice Awards.
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.
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.
Game Republic New Horizons establishes new advisory board
Game Republic New Horizons has formed a new international advisory board to guide the direction of its 2026 conference. The board will provide strategic input for future events.
GDC confirms return to San Francisco in 2027
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) has confirmed its return to San Francisco for 2027, with dates set from March 1-5. This decision comes despite ongoing concerns from industry professionals regarding the high cost of attendance and anxieties from international visitors about traveling to the USA. The event's format has expanded beyond the Moscone Center to include other downtown San Francisco venues.
