Pocket Gamer goes to Barcelona

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Pocket Gamer Connects is launching its first-ever B2B games industry conference in Barcelona, June 3-4.

Barcelona, with its vibrant tech scene and rich cultural backdrop, sets the perfect stage for two packed days of talks, panels, and networking. Attendees will gain full access to the powerful MeetToMatch platform, explore innovations on the expo floor and in the Big Indie Zone, and take part in premium networking events—including the official after-party and exclusive fringe sessions like the Very Big Indie Pitch, Investor Connector, and Publisher SpeedMatch.

This event will feature 19 dedicated content tracks covering mobile, PC, console, AI, web3, HTML5, and more—offering deep dives into the industry’s growth engines for 2025 and beyond. It’s a fantastic opportunity for anyone in the games space to learn, share ideas, and make meaningful connections.

IGDA Finland members get 20% off when using promocode: IGDAFinland20

Register with this link to have it automatically applied.

For additional information visit the conference website.

Join devcom Developer Conference 2025

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The devcom Developer Conference 2025 is gearing up for another exciting year. Whether you're an industry expert, an indie developer, or an organization looking to support emerging talent, now is the time to get involved! The call for speakers, indie showcase & scholarship partner applications are now open!

🔹 Key Deadlines & Opportunities:

🎤 Call for Speakers – Apply by April 27
We’re looking for passionate speakers to share their insights with the international game development community. Submit your talk, panel, or workshop now: https://bit.ly/25devcom_speakers

🎓 Scholarship Programs – Partner Applications Open Until May 5
Support diverse and underrepresented game developers by becoming a scholarship partner. Help bring new talent to devcom & gamescom: https://bit.ly/25devcom_sp_partner

🎮 Call for Indies – Showcase Your Game for Free! Apply by May 31
Indie developers from around the world can apply for a free showcase space at #ddc2025. Gain exposure, network with publishers, and get industry recognition: https://bit.ly/indie_showcase_25

🎟️ Early Bird Tickets – Save up to 500€! Available until May 31
Secure your spot at Europe’s biggest game developer event: https://www.devcom.global/ddc-2025/

Games Gathering Lviv Discount & Call for Speakers

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Games Gathering is a hybrid conference running from April 3-6, 2025. The event kicks off online on April 3 and continues at the Hotel Dnister in Lviv April 4-6.

This is one of Ukraine’s premier gaming events offering networking and professional development and the online day offers a great opportunity for people looking to gain more speaking experience who have difficulty traveling. Submit your talk by March 14 using this form.

April 3: Online conference
April 4: Preparty for speakers and business ticket holders
April 5-6: Physical conference and main party

IGDA Finland members get 10% off tickets using promocode GGLVIVPARTNERS25 when registering on the conference website.

Last Call for Speakers

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Games Gathering is a hybrid conference that will take place in Kyiv and online from December 5-8, 2024.

Want to share your experience, then don’t miss the November 8th deadline for speakers. This is a perfect opportunity for anyone looking to get more speaking experience but has a challenging time with travel. To apply fill in the application form.

The conference will bring together talented developers, investors, and enthusiasts from all over the world to share the latest ideas and experiences. Expect interesting lectures from top experts, the Indie Blast exhibition, as well as special networking areas such as Beer Point and Business Lounge, as well as networking parties.

Join the event from anywhere in the world! Games Gathering 2024 Kyiv invites everyone who is passionate about gaming.

IGDA Finland members can get a 10% discount by using promo code GGKYIVPARTNERS24 when buying their ticket.

Visit the conference website for more information.

#XmasJKL – The Finnish Game Industry Business Seminar, Fri 15.11.2024) + Day Zero 14th Nov 2024

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#XmasJKL – The Finnish Game Industry Business Seminar 2024 (Fri 15.11.2024)


#XmasJKL is the most relaxed business seminar in the finnish game industry. The seminar is held on, Ilokivi, Jyväskylä, Finland.

#XmasJKL is also a networking event where you can listen and learn from the best in the business and meet the great game industry people.

Put your Christmas hat on and join us!

#XmasJKL 2023 Aftermovie:
https://youtu.be/z6GJGZZhvuM?si=9IXTHUUynkhVBphC


SPEAKERS (slots 35 min + QA 10 min)

  • Juha Vainio, Head of the Control Franchise, Executive Producer of Control 2, Remedy Entertainment Plc

  • Richard Salo, Senior Business Development Manager, Epic Games

  • Yumi Oishi, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Rovio Entertainment Corporation

  • Adrian Weber, Virtual Production Supervisor, FireFrame

  • Speaker TBA

  • Speaker TBA


Discount code:
IGDA LOVE #XmasJKL CODE and get -15% off USE CODE: XMASLOVESIGDA

Check the Event and Tickets details!

Read more: https://www.xmasjkl.com/

The language of the event is English!

There is also Free for everyone Day Zero at 14th Nov 2024, Digi & Game Center
- please register via eventbrite for it too


Be there - socialize - get Expa!