The Game Industry Conference 2024 presents conference highlights ahead of its start this week
The Game Industry Conference, one of Europe's premier gaming events, returns this year with even more to offer. Held in Poznan, Poland, GIC is renowned for its engaging lectures, hands-on workshops, and insightful roundtable discussions-open to all attendees, starting with an Indie Pass. Maintaining its commitment to high-quality content, GIC’24 promises another outstanding lineup. This year’s edition will run from October 24th to 27th, alongside the Poznan Game Arena (PGA), making it an essential event for gaming professionals and enthusiasts alike.
2024 edition highlights:
More than 250 speakers sharing 9 parallel stages: As in previous years, the GIC schedule will be divided into basic, intermediate, and advanced sessions, covering a wide range of topics-from art and audio to business, PR, marketing, and cutting-edge technologies like VR and AR. This year, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in over 250 talks, led by representatives from industry leaders such as Bloober Team, Warner Bros. Games, Insomniac Games, Blizzard Entertainment, and many more, across 9 parallel stages. A list of the featured speakers can be found here
55+ exhibitors in B2B expo zone: GIC`24 offers more than just lectures, workshops, and roundtable discussions-it also includes a comprehensive B2B zone where participants can discover the offerings of over 55 exhibitors from Poland and across the globe.
3500+ attendees from 50+ countries: With over 3,500 registered guests from more than 50 countries, GIC'24 is shaping up to be the largest edition yet. This year’s conference offers endless opportunities to network, engage with seasoned industry professionals, and forge valuable connections within the Gamedev community.
The largest Job Fair in the CEE region: This year, companies like Larian Studios, Bones Studio, Sperasoft, Keywords Studios, and Fool’s Theory will be hiring! Any attendee of the Poznan Game Arena (PGA) can participate in the recruitments by registering before entering the conference.
As with every year, GIC'24 will feature a variety of side events. This year, the tradition continues with several summits on the opening day, Thursday, October 24, including some exciting new additions to the lineup:
GIC Legal Summit powered by dotlaw
This unique initiative is designed for video game sector representatives as well as legal and business experts. It offers a rare opportunity to exchange knowledge, build networks, and engage in discussions on current legal challenges and trends in the gaming industry. Attendees can expect numerous panels, lectures, and workshops.
More information and the summit agenda are available here
Mobile Summit in cooperation with Game Camp and Google
A unique platform for creators and professionals who have dedicated their careers to mobile productions to come together and exchange their extensive knowledge and experience.
More information and the summit agenda are available here
Gamedev Investment Forum (GDIF)
Established as a unique meeting point for representatives from the gaming and investment sectors. The first edition of GDIF took place on October 22-24, 2021, as part of the Game Industry Conference (GIC) and Poznan Game Arena (PGA).
More information on GDIF is available here
HowToMultiplayer - Dev Summit
It is a must-attend for anyone creating or interested in creating multiplayer games. It provides a space for knowledge exchange on multiplayer gaming.
More information and the summit agenda are available here
Geek Startups & Feedback Battle Royale
The ultimate startup showdown at the heart of the Game Industry Conference (GIC) 2024 in Poznan, Poland. This high-stakes event brings together 20 innovative startups from various tech sectors, with 10 finalists battling it out in an intense feedback session with industry experts.
More information on Geek Startups & Feedback Battle Royale is available here
Women in Games Day
Start your Saturday morning with inspiration, networking, and empowerment at the Women in Games Breakfast, part of the Game Industry Conference 2024. This event is dedicated to celebrating and supporting women in the gaming industry, fostering inclusiveness, and sharing experiences. Whether you’re a veteran or new to the industry, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and learn from leading voices advocating for diversity in gaming.
Whether you're a veteran or new to the industry, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and learn from leading voices advocating for diversity in gaming.