Singapore Games Association (SGGA)

We're pleased to announce the next session of #DrinkToGather, taking place on Thursday 20 June at Gastrobeats! Date/Time: Thursday 20 June, 7pm onward Venue: Gastrobeats | Bay Front Events Space Address: 12A Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018970 RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gkTxxHwf Come on down and meet fellow members of the local games community! Notes: - Please register in the eventbrite link - entry only by registration. - Please be courteous & respectful to one another! - The point of SGGA's DrinkToGather is meet one another at a casual and informal setting - Just have fun! Sponsored by gamescom asia, in collaboration with Gastrobeats About gamescom asia gamescom asia is the region’s premier B2B2C gaming show, bringing together the breadth of Southeast Asia's gaming ecosystem to Singapore. From AAA games and indie titles to guest appearances, cosplay, esports excellence, livestreams, and so much more, the next edition of gamescom asia takes place from 17 - 20 October 2024 in Singapore and is expected to attract over 150 exhibitors and 40,000 visitors from Asia Pacific and beyond. About Gastrobeats Get ready for an all-new, community-based experience at GastroBeats – The People’s Festival. Organised for the people, by the people, GastroBeats promises to be an exciting and inclusive festival that showcases the rich diversity of Singaporean culture. From 31 May – 23 June, GastroBeats will feature a variety of activities and attractions, including more than 200 classic and modern dishes that are sure to tantalise your taste buds. Visitors can also enjoy daily live music performances by talented local musicians, ranging from traditional to contemporary genres. In addition to food and music, GastroBeats will also feature an array of games and activities. GastroBeats is all about showcasing the best of our community spirit and local talent.

Thank you to everyone who voted! We are pleased to announce the elected Exco Members that will be serving the Association from 2024 - 2026. The new Exco will begin their term in July 2024, and will work with the outgoing Exco to elect the office bearers and assign roles and responsibilities from among these esteemed individuals. For more information about the Exco Election Results, please head over to our website: https://lnkd.in/gBp4zjvB 

*IMDA Call for Proposal (CFP) – SG Games* IMDA recognises the potential of using video games as a medium to promote Singapore’s rich culture and heritage and deepen engagement with diverse audiences both within Singapore and internationally. IMDA is keen to support the development of video games that will effectively promote and engage audiences with Singaporean narratives and culture. At this initial stage, IMDA's support is focused on the development of game prototypes to validate and establish their potential. The game may be set in any environment but should be relatable to the Singapore context. Selected proposals will receive S$50,000 to develop a prototype (vertical slice with at least 10-minute gameplay), which is to be play-tested at a physical event. The selected teams will also receive regular feedback from a curated panel comprising global and local publishers to ensure that the vertical slice is of a globally competitive quality. Interested parties are invited to a briefing by IMDA on 5 June 2024 at 4.00pm at IMDA office. Any questions about the published information of this CFP can be asked during the briefing session. Please RSVP your attendance for the briefing here: https://lnkd.in/g373uT-6 Find out more about the CFP here: https://lnkd.in/g3XcHWza

*Cast your vote - SGGA Exco Election 2024* SGGA will be holding its Annual General Meeting in May 2024 with the majority of its exco members stepping down after 2 or more years of volunteering with the Association. As a reminder, the Exco lead and drive SGGA’s objectives which include building bridges with local and international stakeholders to champion the games industry, and organizing events and initiatives for capability development in order to level up the Singapore games industry. You may review the slate of candidates up for election and their profiles here: https://lnkd.in/d7tCkXkj With this information in mind, please cast your vote for your preferred candidates, using this submission form: https://lnkd.in/deYEqQHH Deadline: 24 May 2024, Friday 23:59 Thank you and we appreciate the time you’ve taken to participate and help shape the future of the local games industry.

Tencent is hosting a half-day event called Behind the Screens: Exploring Career Pathways in the Gaming Industry! Please see below for more information: Date: 31 May 2024, Friday Time: 3.30 pm - 6.30 pm Venue: WeWork Collyer Quay, Room 2G-F RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dSMGQteW Please register by 29 May 2024, Wednesday Details: Join us for an enlightening half-day event that illuminates the vibrant world of the gaming industry and its vast career opportunities. With a spotlight on the multitude of pathways and the real impact of game development and design, we aim to address common misconceptions and celebrate the industry's potential for growth and creativity. Whether you’re exploring future careers, seeking fresh talent, or simply passionate about gaming, this event is an invaluable nexus for networking, learning, and discovery. Together, let's play a part in charting the future of gaming and unveil the next level of opportunities waiting to be unlocked.

Would you like a key role in helping to shape the development of the Singapore games industry? The Singapore Games Association (SGGA) will be having its AGM due in May 2024 with the majority of its exco members stepping down after 2 or more years of volunteering with the Association. The Association is currently undergoing the election process to determine the next exco board who will serve from 2024 to 2026. If you would like to nominate yourself to serve voluntarily in the Association exco, please refer to the Info Deck & nomination form below: Info Deck: https://lnkd.in/drM5s3WN  Nomination Form: https://lnkd.in/daerqHhX

Would you like a key role in helping to shape the development of the Singapore games industry? The Singapore Games Association (SGGA) will be having its AGM due in May 2024 with the majority of its exco members stepping down after 2 or more years of volunteering with the Association. The Association is currently undergoing the election process to determine the next exco board who will serve from 2024 to 2026. If you would like to nominate yourself to serve voluntarily in the Association exco, please refer to the Info Deck & nomination form below: Info Deck: https://lnkd.in/drM5s3WN  Nomination Form: https://lnkd.in/daerqHhX

Only a few slots remain! This is your chance to participate in the TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024! Learn more about this year's event at the exclusive event briefing on 13 May directly from NIKKEI BP speakers Shinri Endo, Taiyo Tanabe, and James Barnard. Register for the Tokyo Game Show Event Briefing at: https://lnkd.in/g3ZSTeFS

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We're pleased to announce the next session of #DrinkToGather, taking place on Thursday 16 May at Ziggy Zaggy! Date/Time: Thursday 16 May, 7pm onward Venue: Ziggy Zaggy Address: 51 Kampong Bugis, #01-04, Singapore 338986 Come on down and meet fellow members of the local games community! Notes: - No RSVP needed, just head on down to mingle! (You can RSVP in the Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/5pxttD3m2 to let others know you're coming) - Feel free to bring your games to get folks to playtest and get feedback! - Please be courteous & respectful to one another! - The point of SGGA's DrinkToGather is meet one another at a casual and informal setting - Just have fun! Sponsors: Eliphant - the organizer of GameStart Asia, Singapore’s premier gaming event from 2014 to 2019, has teamed up with Genesis Frontier, official distributor of some of the leading Japanese card games in Asia, to create a new and exciting tabletop gaming experience - TableCon Quest. Tabletop gaming has seen increasing popularity both globally and in SEA, and we feel that now is the time that we can utilize our years of experience organising card and tabletop game events, to bring a new annual event to Singapore. Indie Wavemakers - is an exciting new IP from the creators of GameStart Asia, one of the leading gaming conventions in the Southeast Asia region from 2014 – 2019. Indie Wavemakers offers valuable support for developers looking to bring their games to the Southeast Asian region, with a range of marketing and promotional activities designed to help indies and their games reach a wider audience.