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Welcome to GCAP

GCAP (Game Connect Asia Pacific) is Australia’s premier professional development and networking event, providing valuable insights and connections for the game development industry. It serves as a platform to up-skill and connect the sector through education, knowledge sharing, and the establishment of personal and business networks.

The video games industry is dynamic, vibrant, and ever-changing. Like many high-tech and creative businesses, 2024 will likely be a challenging year for game creators due to the many external forces impacting the sector.

With consistent disruption a likely constant throughout the year, GCAP 2024 will remain an important games conference to attend, delivering strategies and opportunities for creators and studios to adapt and thrive in these turbulent times.

GCAP 2024 will foster connections with industry professionals to create opportunities for business development. GCAP 2024 will deliver education and upskilling programs across multiple content streams focused on the core disciplines of game development to inspire attendees. With numerous formal and informal networking opportunities, GCAP 2024 will provide many opportunities to create and grow a sustainable business.

Key Highlights of GCAP:

Learning opportunities for all developers: GCAP offers practical sessions focused on applicable skills for studios of all sizes and individuals to achieve their vision for themselves, their teams, their craft, and their technical skills.
Cutting-edge tools and techniques: Attendees can learn about the latest and greatest tools and techniques for game creation and distribution.
Expertise and knowledge sharing: Experienced industry veterans from Australia and abroad share their insights, helping developers stay ahead and develop best practice principles across all disciples.
Career development and professional growth: GCAP facilitates meaningful connections with job creators, platform holders, publishers, peers, and industry stakeholders by creating a culture of knowledge share through custom networking opportunities and bespoke events.

GCAP will run in Melbourne from 7-9 October 2024 as part of Melbourne International Games Week.