That's a wrap for Day 1 of #GCX2026! Enjoy yourselves tonight, be safe, and we'll see you all at 10am tomorrow for a packed schedule and a packed house
Guy 'Yug' Blomberg
@yug.bsky.social
Aussie in NYC || Founder of @thegameclub.bsky.social & @thegig.bsky.social Previously Director of DreamHack, E3, PAX, The Mana Bar https://linktr.ee/yugstar
There's an exciting line up of games playable at @gcxevent.bsky.social this weekend, some crazy innovative and unique ones! Check them out on the event Steam page here: store.steampowered.com/curator/4617...
GCX (Gaming Community Expo)
GCX is a place where gaming, community, and unforgettable experiences come together. GCX is the only vacation-focused destination gaming event!
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Devs looking for publishers, please note this if you're joining an event or networking platform - this is a screenshot from a publisher I was chatting with today. You miss 100% of the opportunities that might come your way if you don't at least update your basic details.
🔥 GCX 2026 is bigger with 4 legends: Matthew Mercer, Jennifer English, Elias Toufexis, Alex Jordan. July 24–25 · Universal Orlando Resort 🎟️ https://ow.ly/aLcR50ZlgSU #GCX2026 #MattMercer #JenniferEnglish #EliasToufexis #AlexJordan #CriticalRole #Cyberpunk #NaturalSix
The Games Industry Gathering JULY Digital Event has started! Drop in and out at any point over the next 12 hours where one of our wonderful hosts will welcome you to the event. If it's your first time, this guide (games.industrygathering.com/first_time.h...) will answer your questions.
One of the most anticipated upcoming indie games - @emberville.bsky.social - will be playable for the FIRST TIME at @gcxevent.bsky.social!
Taking part in the #HaveGameWillTravel show tonight with @damnitbennett.bsky.social for @fullsailuniversity.bsky.social Tune in via Twitch.tv/FullSailArmada
JULY GAME REVEALED - Welcome to Elk by Triple Topping and akuparagames.bsky.social True stories told by real people. Transforming the weird, wonderful, dark and desperate tales of the road less-traveled into an inventive, biographical adventure. Members can start playing it right now!
Tune in to @indiegamebusiness.bsky.social Fireside Chat with myself and @jaypowell.bsky.social A conversation about building games industry communities, creating meaningful networking opportunities, and the evolving challenges facing industry professionals today. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6C3S...
Fireside Chat with Jay Powell and Guy Blomberg | Games Industry Gathering
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I'm so impressed with the @generozity.charity folks and their 10 years of streaming charity. If they hit $18,000 in donations, I will perform a magic trick on their stream from the middle of Time Square, NYC. Wanna be my assistant @lontray.bsky.social ? Get involved - twitch.tv/generozity
Wish there was more I could do, so sorry to all the folks affected :(
Games Industry Gathering@thegig.bsky.social · last mo.Devestating to see the layoffs at Bungie and Xbox this week. To the folks made redundant, if you want to join #TheGIG we'll make sure to fast track your application. Also if you want to attend @gcxevent.bsky.social we'll ensure your industry badge is approved - www.gcxevent.com/industryapp2...
Layoffs at Bungie, Xbox, EA... and that's just this week. The games industry is broken.
Come join me for a chat with Amir Satvat and his ASGC (Always Supporting the Games Community) about the state of gaming events, building gaming communities, how to network and connect in the games industry, and the best karaoke song to get everyone singing 😆 www.linkedin.com/events/74756...
I'm a huge Crazy Taxi fan, and so glad to see the trailer for the new one, however I have an interesting related story to share. For a time I worked at SEGA, and we pitched and prototyped a game we called... Crazy Taxi: World Tour. In 2009. (1/10)
Network with game industry folks during #SummerGameFest from after, as #TheGIG has now begun! Join at any point over the next 12 hours where we'll be hosting breakout rooms and live streams!
Are you in Los Angeles this week for the various #SummerGameFest events? Check out our handy guide to all the industry activities, tips for navigating LA, event discounts, party locations, and more! thegig.guide/sgf
This month's game is a genre near and dear to my heart, sign up today to get your copy and join the rest of us as we play, share, and get to know each other through games!
The Game Club@thegameclub.bsky.social · 2mo ago"Captures the feeling you had as a child playing video games. It is beyond underrated." Last chance to join #TheGameClub before next months game is revealed and codes distributed to our members!
Roadwarden has been at the top of my list for this club for some time. It's a game that didn't get enough love when it came out. The game makes every decision vital for survival as you patrol the road, talk to NPCs, and solve the mystery of what happened to your predecessor.
The Game Club@thegameclub.bsky.social · 3mo agoMAY GAME REVEALED - Roadwarden by @moralanxiety.bsky.social and @assembleteam.bsky.social An illustrated text-based RPG that uses isometric pixel art and combines mechanics borrowed from RPGs, Visual Novels, adventure games and interactive fiction.
The Games Industry Gathering for May has now begun! Join our digital networking event anytime over the next 12 hours to mingle and connect with your fellow friends and colleagues!
MAY GAME REVEALED - Roadwarden by @moralanxiety.bsky.social and @assembleteam.bsky.social An illustrated text-based RPG that uses isometric pixel art and combines mechanics borrowed from RPGs, Visual Novels, adventure games and interactive fiction.
ANNOUNCING THE OFFICIAL GIG MERCH STORE! Back when the GIG started in ye ol 2020, we put together a line of branded merch that our members could wear at gaming conventions when the world opened up again, to identify other members with more than just a secret handshake. 1 / 4
"One of the most beautiful games I've seen in years" - Euan, Melbourne
Award-winning composer, @awintory.bsky.social, speaks with Creative Director, Faris Attieh about how he brought The House of Hikmah to life through music. Experience the melodic, emotional tones of Maya's journey on April 8th!
This months Games Industry Gathering has now begun!! Join at any time over the next 12 hours to hang out and network with your fellow game industry friends in #TheGIG
“A must-play for anyone who enjoys story-driven adventures with a strong emotional core” You have two days to join #TheGameClub and get your copy of next months game!
For almost a year, I’ve been completely burnt out. You all probably know me as an ‘event’ guy, having worked for over a decade on shows like PAX, Comic-Con, EGX, E3 (RIP), and most recently DreamHack. (1/9)
Photo from the Gamers in the Bronx Meet-Up this week. Join this Clubhouse here - thegameclub.com/clubs/199fa5...
