EVENTS AT GDC

GDC is not just about the conference; we have a line-up of events ready for you to network, connect with fellow game developers, and to have a good time. Get the most out of your GDC experience by checking out the events below.

GDC Play

Game Developers Choice Awards 2011 winner

Tuesday, March 26 - Thursday, March 28
South Hall, Street Level
Get hands-on with playable games showcased by emerging and independent game developers. Discover pavilions dedicated to showcasing games around emerging game markets ranging from social through mobile, to console, indie, and beyond. From games still in beta, to undiscovered indie titles, GDC Play brings you playble IPs in various stages of development

History of 3D Games

Tuesday, March 26 - Thursday, March 28
GDC Play Pavilion
South Hall, Gateway Ballroom

Flash Forward

Tuesday, March 26
6:00 -7:30am
GDC Ballroom, South Hall, Lower Level
The Flash Forward gives all main conference speakers the opportunity to grab attendees' attention by taking the stage for just sixty seconds each to give a brief overview of their session. The Flash Forward will provide the opportunity to hear first-hand what will be discussed in sessions taking place Wednesday-Friday and allow attendees to decide which talks best suit their interests. The Flash Forward is expected to be a fun, fast-paced, can't-miss event.

GDC Expo Floor

Wednesday, March 27 - Friday, March 29
South Hall
Explore the latest in game innovations and talk with industry experts on GDC's Expo Floor, located in South Hall of the Moscone Center. Ask questions and get answers from game industry professionals and network with peers. Learn more about the GDC Expo.

Career Pavilion

Wednesday, March 27 - Friday, March 29
South Hall
GDC's Career Pavilion is the largest industry-specific job fair in the world, with representatives from 50+ companies actively hiring onsite. Industry leading studios and publishers from across the country and around the world will be present in search of tomorrow's star developers. Learn more about the Career Pavilion.

GDC Business Center

Wednesday, March 27 - Friday, March 29
South Hall
The GDC Business Center hosts business suites and meeting rooms for exhibitors to conduct private meetings.

Exhibitor meetings in the Business Center are by appointment only. Request a meeting here.

15th Annual Independent Games Festival Awards

Wednesday, March 27
6:30 - 8:30pm
GDC Ballroom, West Hall, Moscone Center
The IGF was established in 1998 to encourage innovation in game development and to recognize the best independent game developers. At the awards ceremony, the IGF gives out eight awards and over $55,000 in total prize money to the most innovative independent games. The awards are held in conjunction with the Game Developers Choice Awards. Learn more about the IGF at www.igf.com.

The IGF Awards will be streamed live on GameSpot on Wednesday, March 27.

13th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards

Wednesday, March 27
6:30 - 8:30pm
GDC Ballroom, West Hall, Moscone Center
The Game Developers Choice Awards are the premier accolades for peer-recognition in the digital games industry, celebrating creativity, artistry and technological genius. Industry professionals from around the world nominate for the awards, free of charge, ensuring that the recipients reflect the community's opinions. Learn more about the GDCA at www.gamechoiceawards.com.

The Game Developers Choice Awards will be streamed live on GameSpot on Wednesday, March 27.