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.

12th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards

Game Developers Choice Awards 2011 winner

Wednesday, March 7
6:30 - 8:30 PM
South Hall A, 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.

14th Annual Independent Games Festival Awards

Wednesday, March 7
6:30 PM
South Hall A, 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 nine 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.

GDC Expo Floor

Wednesday, March 7 - Fri, March 9
North Hall
Explore the latest in game innovations and talk with industry experts on GDC's Expo Floor, located in North Hall of the Moscone Center. Ask questions and get answers from game industry professionals and network with peers. Learn more about the GDC Expo.

Game Career Seminar

Friday, March 9
Programmed by the Game Developers Conference (GDC), the Game Career Seminar, taking place SaturdayFriday, March 9 at the Moscone Convention Center, is a one-day program designed for students and individuals interested in learning how to build a career in the video game industry. Game Career Seminar.

Learn more about Game Career Seminar sponsorship opportunities.

Career Pavilion

Wednesday, March 7 - Fri, March 9
West Hall
GDC's Career Pavilion is the largest industry-specific job fair in the world, with representatives from 50+ companies actively hiring onsite. Activision, Blizzard, Microsoft, Sony, IGT, Bally Tech, THQ, Ubisoft, WMS, High Voltage, Riot Games, WB Games, Bethesda and Tencent are just a few of the industry leading studios and publishers from across the country and around the world who will be here in search of tomorrow's star developers. Learn more about the Career Pavilion.

GDC Experience

Create an Android game optimized for MHL technology and you could win the ultimate GDC Experience, including a pass, hotel, and more! MHL technology delivers no-latency HD video while also charging the smartphone for the ultimate gaming experience! Learn more about MHL's contest here. Your game must be submitted by end of day Pacific Time on Monday, February 27th.