A brief platform update by Outreach Games Europe lead, Michael Liebe is followed by three great case studies: Emma Delage who runs Studio Camelia in France, and collected almost 300k EUR for their JRPG hommage, ALZARA Radiant Echoes. Nicolas Bétoux, co-founder of Morphcat Games who already ran two successful campaigns for games distributed on real NES cartridges. And David Jimenez, who with 2Awesome Studio already ran three successfully funded campaigns. Each of them will share in short 10 minute pitches their top learnings with Kickstarter. Things they would do again, and tryouts they would rather have avoided.

In this panel, experts from the creative industry and XR sector will discuss their experiences with live events in the metaverse, the challenges involved and the opportunities for marketing music. New licensing options, larger, location-independent target groups and increased ticket sales are already emerging. There are also opportunities to make events more inclusive and barrier-free. Cross-reality combines real and virtual events, creates new forms of artistic expression and requires technical expertise and fair access to the digital market. Our experts ask: How can this market become sustainably accessible for everyone?

In this fireside chat, we delve into how two distinct gaming subcultures, speedrunning and LARP (Live Action Role-Playing), each bring unique perspectives that can reshape game design and enrich player communities. Attendees will learn how both the fast-paced, goal-driven mindset of speedrunning and the immersive, character- and story -focused world of LARPing can be integrated to enhance player experience and open up new possibilities in level and narrative design, as well as inspire novel approaches to fostering more dynamic and engaged gaming communities.

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Join us for an in-depth look at cross-media narratives within gaming worldс and explore the concept of cross-media storytelling. We look into real-world examples like Riot's League of Legends, Ankama and LEGO's universes, that have successfully expanded beyond the original domain of their IPs. Let's talk about the essential tools and content types that facilitate cross-media narratives, and learn when and how to use them strategically throughout a game's life cycle, ensuring long-lasting impact and user engagement.

This panel delves into the current state of involvement of individuals with health conditions or impairments in the development of alternative gaming gear and accessibility features. Experts will present case studies, showcasing both successes and areas for improvement, while sparking a conversation on how to foster greater inclusivity in the design process. Attendees will leave with actionable insights on enhancing collaboration with disabled gamers to create more accessible and universally engaging gaming experiences.

Here to inspire! Bane’s talk is designed for everyone navigating the dilemma of being a jack of all trades versus focusing (and mastering) one’s core skills. Bane’s extensive experience across all platforms, genres and roles has helped him create a toolkit of core skills necessary to tackle any project, with an emphasis on constant investment and iteration for growth. Audience – whether you’re a leader, a developer, or a creative – will gain insights on finding the right balance, creating and developing one’s own skill set and viewing each project as a step towards mastering their craft.