The 22nd annual Games for Change Festival is scheduled for June 26 and June 27 in New York, focusing on the theme “Designing for Tomorrow.”
Event Details
The festival will be held at the Parsons School of Design in New York City, with a call for speakers and awards open until February 5.
About G4C Festival
For over two decades, the G4C Festival has been a gathering of game developers, creators, educators, and social innovators who believe in the transformative power of games and immersive media to drive positive change.
Theme and Tracks
Under the theme “Designing for Tomorrow,” the festival will explore how games and immersive media can foster collaboration across different generations, perspectives, and sectors. Three primary tracks include Games & Learning, Civics & Social Issues, and Health & Wellbeing, with XR programming integrated throughout.
Master Class Series
New this year, G4C will host a master class series on June 25, featuring industry leaders and game design experts leading in-depth learning sessions on various topics.
Susanna Pollack is president of Games for Change.
Awards Ceremony
The Games for Change Awards ceremony on June 26 will recognize excellence in social impact games and immersive media, with new categories introduced this year.
Quote from President
According to Susanna Pollack, president of Games for Change, the festival has been a hub for innovation in games and immersive media for over 22 years.
Previous Year Highlights
The 21st annual festival explored “The 2030 Marker: A Catalyst for Global Change,” bringing together speakers from 12 countries and engaging attendees in talks and workshops.
Expansion and Impact
The festival has expanded its global impact through chapter festivals in various regions and hosting events like the 2nd Annual Games & SDG Summit at the UN.
New Board Members
Games for Change welcomed new board members to further its mission of using games to address global challenges.
Impact Report
Last year’s impact report highlighted the reach and success of Games for Change in various areas.
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FAQs
Q: When is the Games for Change Festival taking place?
A: The festival is scheduled for June 26 and June 27 in New York.
Q: What are the primary tracks of the festival?
A: The primary tracks include Games & Learning, Civics & Social Issues, and Health & Wellbeing.
Q: How can I participate in the master class series?
A: You can join the master class series on June 25 to learn from industry experts in game design.
Q: What new category was introduced in the Awards ceremony this year?
A: The new category introduced this year is “Best Platform-Based Project” for impactful games created within established gaming platforms.
Q: How can I stay updated on Games for Change events and initiatives?
A: You can visit festival.gamesforchange.org for more information and updates on Games for Change activities.
Credit: venturebeat.com
