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where the gaming industry meets

Experience the future of gaming and be a part of what’s next. SXSW Sydney Games Festival plays host to games professionals, enthusiasts and new gamers, bringing community together for a unique and rewarding experience. Featuring live play, hands-on demos, talks, product launches, mixers, parties, mentoring sessions and more. You won't want to miss this unique opportunity to find inspiration and connection.

Key Dates

SXSW Sydney Conference
October 2025
Games Industry Networking
October 2025
Games Industry Professional Development
October 2025
Games Showcase
October 2025
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What To Expect

GAMES INVESTMENT FORUM

Following a stellar first year with more than $40M USD in potential deals, the Games Investment Forum returned 2024 with nearly double the investors. On October 17-18, developers engaged in one-on-one pitch sessions with a global lineup of publishers, VCs, and funding bodies for invaluable feedback and opportunities.

INDUSTRY FOCUSed CONFERENCE SESSIONS

Presented by Xsolla, the Games Industry track was designed for professionals at various career levels, with sessions that will focus on business and professional development, marketing and PR, and technical development. Participate in interactive workshops, gain insights from leaders, and network with peers to advance your career and business.

networking & development

Working with an international cohort of publishers, scouts, educators, and industry leaders, the Games Festival features workshops, networking events, investment meetings, business development opportunities, and mentoring sessions tailored for the members of the games industry. This programme fosters collaboration and growth across the gaming world.

games showcase

Join Australia’s biggest physical showcase of international and locally developed independent games. The cornerstone of the SXSW Sydney Games Festival, this curated collection of more than 120 games gives games developers a platform to showcase their work to thousands of industry professionals, media, creatives, and fans.

SPECIAL EVENTS

The SXSW Sydney Games Festival presents an unparalleled range of workshops, networking events, investment meetings, and mentoring sessions. Designed to foster collaboration and growth, this dynamic festival supports the games industry at every level, offering unmatched access to resources, insights, and industry connections.

GAMES JAM

The Game Jam makes its debut as part of the 2024 Games Festival. This exciting new addition is designed to celebrate the creative spirit of game developers and showcase the incredible work emerging from the games industry. Participants will have the chance to collaborate, innovate, and demonstrate their skills in a dynamic, competitive environment, making it a highlight of the festival.

INDIE DEV OUTPOST

This unique outpost extends SXSW Sydney’s Startup Village for developers seeking a traditional expo format to showcase their games. Unlike the rotating Games Festival Showcase sessions, this paid booth option offers four full days of exhibiting.

Be inspired by our games showcase, with many more to be announced.

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Lithuania

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Ask and you shall be deceived: A live games commentary of INDIKA

Dmitry Svetlow, Violeta 'Lilo' Gordana

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Botany Manor

United Kingdom

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Candlelight: Lament

China

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Celebrating 10 Years of Elder Scrolls Online with Creative Directior Rich Lambert

Rich Lambert

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Character Customisation - Identity in Video Games

Elle Ma, Cassandra 'Casey' Linn Crone, Abubakar Salim, Zoe Rowen, Sav Wolfe, Dr. Camille Dickson-Deane

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Cowboy Night: Fistful of Games

Networking & Parties

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Creatures of Ava

Poland

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Dungeon Inn

Republic of Korea

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Fishbowl

India

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Games & Screen Awards

Networking & Parties

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Games Festival Opening Party

Networking & Parties

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HORSES: A perfectly normal game about stable people (content warning)

Pietro Righi Riva

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History of Virtual Celebrities

Teddy Dief

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Kusan : City of Wolves
Republic of Korea

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Kyoryu

New Zealand

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Making Games in India

Jinesh Raikangor (GameChangers), Rhea Gupte (imissmyfriends.studio), Mala Sen (Niku Games)

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Mastering Crowdfunding: Success strategies for game developers

Doug Johns, Jay Topping (Weforge Studio), Evin Donohoe (BOTC), Lilo Gordana (Moderator)

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Midnighters

Networking & Parties

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Pie in the Sky

Australia (WA)

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Raw Metal

United States of America

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Ricochet Rodeo

Australia (WA)

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SOPA

Colombia

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Studio Strategy is a Survival Game

Xalavier Nelson Jr.

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Tales of Kenzera: ZAU Director's Commentary

Abubakar Salim

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The Diner at the End of the Galaxy

United States of America

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The Palace on the Hill

India

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Understanding the investor mindset; a games publisher roundtable

Miles White, Pietro Righi Riva, Rachel Heleva

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Vestigial Growth: a glitch & garbage showcase of ShelfLife

Thomas Barrer, Nate Tamblyn

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Wax Heads

United Kingdom

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Who rated this? Challenging the need for classification in games

Margaret Anderson, Jeff Brand, Matt White, Kelsey Gamble, Ruby Innes (Moderating)

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