The studios of Quebec’s thriving video game ecosystem share a desire to give back to the community. On September 30, 2021, studios from across the province will team up for the first edition of GGaide, a one-day virtual conference event featuring expert panels and keynote talks on the future of gaming and gaming industry. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Centraide of Greater Montreal, an organization that collects and invests funds locally to fight poverty and social exclusion.
GGaide conference event to feature some important topics on the future of gaming
Inspiring Conversations with Women from the Video Game Industry
For its second edition, Next Lev’Elles, an event created by Gameloft Montréal, Ludia Games, and Square Enix Montréal to amplify the voices of women in the video game industry, is proud to join forces with GGaide.
The Next Lev’Elles 2 conference, moderated by Journalist, Analyst, and Podcaster Amanda Farough, brings together a keynote talk by Jenny McBean, Research Director of Bryter’s annual Female Gamers study, and a panel of inspiring women leaders from Montréal’s mobile game sector who will share insights on creating games for a female audience.
Expert Panels on the Future of Game Technology
GGaide panelists will explore what’s in store for the video game industry by discussing hot technology topics such as Cloud Gaming, User-Generated Content, and Live Operations. Experts from Behaviour Interactive, Bethesda, EA, Eidos Sherbrooke, Frima Studio, Haven Studios, Legion Labs, Square Enix Montréal, Turbulent, Ubisoft Montréal, and Unity Montréal, and will share their expertise for a great cause.
Keynote speakers
GGaide will kick off with a keynote talk by Marc Petit, Unreal Engine VP and General Manager at Epic Games. André Gauthier, Studio Head at Unity Montreal, will provide the afternoon keynote.
Silent Auction
GGaide also includes a silent auction that opens September 21 to raise additional funds for Centraide of Greater Montreal. GGaide also partnered with Red Barrels so they can match people’s donations, up to $7,000.
When will the GGaide conference event commence
The GGaide conference is a one-day virtual event to happen on September 30, 2021, from 9 am to 5 pm ET. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased from the Techaide website. A donation receipt will be issued. All conferences will be offered with simultaneous French and/or English interpretation.
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