How to Teach 5 Semesters of Game Design in 1 Class
Innovative approach to condensing game design curriculum into a single intensive course, exploring efficient teaching methods and essential industry knowledge.
Stories that Haunt and Heal - Mental Health and Game Narrative
Developers share insights on creating video games that explore mental health issues like PTSD and trauma, offering a unique perspective on storytelling in interactive media.
Breathing Life into Greek Myth - The Dialogue of Hades
Explore how Supergiant Games created over 22,000 lines of dialogue for 'Hades' with a small team during a pandemic, bringing Greek mythology to life through innovative storytelling techniques.
Google Maps, Not Greyboxes - Digital Location Scouting for 'Untitled Goose Game'
Discover how real-world location scouting via Google Maps shaped the charming levels of Untitled Goose Game in this insightful talk on innovative game design techniques.
What to Do When Toxic Gamer Culture Enters the Classroom
Strategies for educators to address and mitigate toxic behavior in game development classrooms, fostering a more inclusive and productive learning environment.
The State and Future of Board Games
Game designers discuss modern board game industry trends, reflecting on past developments and future prospects in this insightful panel on tabletop gaming's evolution and potential.
Moss - Design Before Sound
Explore how sound design in 'Moss' creates emotional connections with characters and story, using compelling techniques to enhance the gaming experience.
Zen of Streaming - Building and Loading Ghost of Tsushima
Explore the innovative technology behind Ghost of Tsushima's rapid loading and compact updates, enhancing the gaming experience with seamless gameplay and efficient storage management.
Automated Testing of Gameplay Features in 'Sea of Thieves'
Discover how automated testing improved 'Sea of Thieves' development and learn its potential benefits for other game studios and developers.
Making Tetris Effect-ive
Explore the creative process behind revitalizing the iconic Tetris franchise, as industry veterans share insights on innovation, design challenges, and breathing new life into a classic game.
Steam Page Makeovers in 30 Minutes
Discover effective strategies to enhance your video game's Steam page with expert tips on impactful changes that can boost visibility and attract more players.
The Dao of VFX Animation
Explore the intersection of classical Chinese ink painting, Daoism, and modern VFX animation techniques in this insightful talk by Riot Games' Jeremy Griffith.
Creating Newstalgia for 'Crash Bandicoot 4' - Modernizing a Classic IP
Explore the art of revitalizing beloved game franchises as Toys for Bob's Paul Yan discusses breathing new life into Crash Bandicoot while preserving its nostalgic appeal and expanding its lore.
Tackling Cheating in Gaming
Explore data-driven strategies and community insights to combat cheating in gaming, enhancing fair play and improving player experiences.
The Jackbox Party Pack Unboxed - How and Why We Make a Pack of 5 Games Every Year
Uncover the creative process behind Jackbox Party Pack's annual game development, exploring the strategies and challenges of producing five unique party games each year.
Game Studio Leadership - You Can Do It
Discover key principles for effective game studio leadership, applicable to teams of all sizes, presented by Schell Games founder Jesse Schell at GDC 2017.
Dead by Daylight - Object of Obsession
Explore the unexpected success of Dead by Daylight as Behaviour Interactive's Dave Richard shares insights on its development and continued growth beyond initial expectations.
Crashlands - Design by Chaos
Explore Butterscotch Shenanigans' bottom-up design approach and its impact on project management, as demonstrated in the development of Crashlands.
GPU-Based Run-Time Procedural Placement in Horizon - Zero Dawn
Explore Guerrilla Games' innovative GPU-based system for dynamically generating the world of Horizon: Zero Dawn, revolutionizing open-world game environments.
Animation Bootcamp - Tricks of the Trade
Expert animators share bite-sized tips and techniques to instantly enhance animation skills. Learn industry secrets and practical tricks to elevate your craft in this insightful session.
All Choice No Consequence - Efficiently Branching Narrative
Learn techniques for creating meaningful, efficient branching narratives in game storytelling without sacrificing depth or clarity.