The Game Developers Conference (GDC) in 2024 saw an impressive turnout of 30,000 registered attendees who gathered for five days of engaging sessions and networking opportunities.
With over 1,000 speakers leading 730 sessions, workshops, and roundtable discussions, this year’s conference was a hub of knowledge and collaboration. Additionally, more than 300 games companies showcased their products on the show floor.
Some notable highlights from GDC 2024 included the introduction of new initiatives such as the GDC Travel Together program for networking, the Game History Gallery featuring games from marginalized developers, sunflower stickers for attendees with invisible disabilities, and the GDC Start-Up program aimed at supporting young companies.
PocketGamer.biz was on-site at the event, and readers can look forward to more interviews from the show in the coming weeks. For further insights, the GDC 2024 takeaways article provides a comprehensive overview of the conference’s key trends.
Save the Date for GDC 2025!
Mark your calendars for the return of GDC to the Moscone Center from Monday, March 17th to Friday, March 21st, 2025. The call for submissions will open later this summer.
Event director Stephenie Hawkins emphasized the importance of GDC in providing a space for developers to connect, network, and learn. She expressed, “In light of emerging technologies, changes in the industry, and evolving working conditions, GDC will continue to equip developers with the necessary knowledge and relationships to navigate the future.”
In addition to GDC, Pocket Gamer Connects San Francisco also took place on March 18th and 19th, attracting over 1,000 attendees from more than 500 companies, further solidifying the event’s industry impact.
