Sponsors

Xsolla is a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the video game industry. Since its founding in 2005, Xsolla has helped thousands of game developers and publishers of all sizes fund, market, launch and monetize their games globally and across multiple platforms. As an innovative leader in game commerce, Xsolla’s mission is to solve the inherent complexities of global distribution, marketing, and monetization to help our partners reach more geographies, generate more revenue and create relationships with gamers worldwide. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo and cities around the world, Xsolla supports major gaming titles like Valve, Twitch, Roblox, Ubisoft, Epic Games, Take-Two, KRAFTON, Nexters, NetEase, Playstudios, Playrix, miHoYo, and more.

For additional information and to learn more, please visit: xsolla.com

GitHub is the developer company. We make it easier for developers to be developers: to work together, to solve challenging problems, to create the world’s most important technologies—from games and experiments to popular frameworks and leading applications. We foster a collaborative community that can come together—as individuals and in teams—to create the future of software and make a difference in the world. Returning Sponsor. 

Unity is the world’s leading end-to-end platform for content creators of all sizes to successfully realize their vision. Our platform provides a comprehensive set of software solutions that support them through the entire development lifecycle as they build, run, and grow immersive, real-time 2D and 3D content for mobile phones, tablets, PCs, consoles, and augmented and virtual reality devices. For more information, visit Unity.com. Returning GGJ Sponsor. 

Houdini Indie's procedural node-based workflow offers a smarter way to create high quality game art. Houdini technology is used by AAA studios to take their games to the next level and now this procedural power is also available to indie game devs around the world. Returning GGJ Sponsor. 

Houdini Indie provides you with a procedural pipeline-in-a-box where all the steps needed to set up a model or game level are represented by networks of nodes. These nodes can be maintained deep into production, making last minute creative decisions easy. 

SideFX returns as a Global Game Jam® Partner Sponsor and offers game jammers a FREE 2-month Houdini Indie license to use before, during, and after the game jam!

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GOMYCODE is the #1 digital school in Africa, having trained and graduated over 40,000 students for the digital workforce. Operating 40 locations across 8 countries, GOMYCODE’s mission is to democratize education by empowering technology enthusiasts to learn tech skills in a safe learning environment

devcom is host of the official developer conference of gamescom and Europe’s largest community-based event for games industry professionals.

Established in 2017 and originally started as a five-day umbrella framework for a series of events, devcom now provides a year-round experience focused on game development, game publishing, networking and community building.

Their event regularly reaches thousands of developers and industry experts and increases its reach and number of participants every year.

gamescom asia brings together the breadth of Southeast Asia's gaming industry and its fans. From AAA games and indie titles to guest appearances, cosplay, esports excellence, online shows, and so much more. gamescom asia is expected to attract over 150 exhibitors and 40,000 visitors from Asia Pacific and beyond.

GameUp Africa is a transformative five-month training program that serves as a launchpad for the next generation of African game developers. With a comprehensive curriculum covering various game development skills, GameUp Africa provides aspiring creators with the foundational knowledge and practical experience needed to thrive in the industry. The fully remote program empowers participants to turn their passion for games into successful careers through expert-led training, mentorship opportunities, hands-on projects, and a vibrant community.

A powerful iPad developer tool. App development made easy for everyone! Import your own graphics, sounds and fonts. No coding experience needed.

The International Conference on Game Jams, Hackathons, and Game Creation Events (ICGJ) is an interdisciplinary conference for researchers, educators, professionals, and event organizers across various fields that contribute to the discourse on the multifaceted aspects of game jams and hackathons.

Mobidictum is a dedicated global hub for the mobile games industry, connecting developers and industry professionals through curated media, engaging events, and valuable networking opportunities. The Mobidictum Conference is an annual event in Istanbul dedicated to the game industry. It brings together professionals worldwide to discuss, innovate, and collaborate.

Plan of Attack is a communications agency specialising in video games. Working with the right media at the right time, we help organisations - from global industry leaders to bedroom developers - tell their story and generate the most value from their projects.

W ❤ Games is a non-profit organization from Finland, with global outreach through variety of programs and annual conference in Helsinki designed by developers for developers, that focuses on diversity, equity and inclusion in games industry.