JS Institute of Design, a pioneering design institute in New Delhi, is excited to announce the launch of Indie Games Day, a thrilling competition for the indie game design and development community. The event is in collaboration with GameMaker—a Scottish cross-platform game development technology, and gamedev.in —a platform promoting Indian game developers since 2009. The event is open to all independent designers, students from other design institutes, and anyone enthusiastic about game designing and development. The event will be organized at the JS Institute of Design’s Delhi campus on October 19, 2024, starting from 11 AM.
With the Indian gaming market industry expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.20% from 2024 – 2032, innovative events such as Indie Games Day aim to nurture the creative talent of game developers and designers, empowering them to refine their skills and bring their vision to life. Through the competition, JSID intends to foster an environment of collaboration and learning amongst the indie game development community and providing a platform for designers, developers, and creators to display their work in game designing.
Nien Siao, Dean at JS Institute of Design, stated, “At JS Institute of Design, we want to help students grow holistically and stay current with the industry trends. We incorporate hands-on learning practice in our curriculum to equip our students with necessary theoretical and practical skills, transforming them into industry-ready professionals. By organising Indie Games Day, we aim to provide a dynamic and collaborative platform for Indie game developers and designers to unleash their designing genius and display their work. The event will allow individuals to meet fellow designers, promote their games, and build meaningful industry connections, all of which is essential for success in the game design and development industry”.
The Indie Games Day Event Will Comprise:
- Game Showcase: Through game showcase, game developers and designers will get a platform to exhibit their upcoming or in-progress projects to the public, press, potential investors, and strategic partners. It is an excellent opportunity for them to get feedback, promote their game, and win exciting prizes.
- Developer Talks: At the event’s developer talks, indie developers and designers will get a chance to learn more about the opportunities and challenges of the game design industry. Developers and designers can gain insights from industry experts, mistakes to avoid and skills to learn to stay relevant in the dynamic scenario.
- Networking: Indie Games Day will provide an excellent opportunity for beginner game designers and developers to connect with fellow designers and industry experts. It will allow them to grow professionally by building meaningful connections, exchanging ideas, and showcase their contribution to the game design and development community.
Interested individuals who want to participate and showcase their work can register at: https://forms.gle/XGT85C2tQCFFjpio7
Individuals who wish to visit the event can register free of cost at: https://forms.gle/uLrhTdWNGxjrPByJ6.