Das überregionale Spielfestival Gamesweek Zurich bietet vom 9. bis 19. November 2023 ein
vielfältiges Programm, das Jung und Alt, Laien und Profis, die zahlreichen Facetten von Spielen erleben lässt.
Exclusive opportunity for matchmaking meetings in Switzerland. MeetToMatch organises your networking & B2B matchmaking meetings during the entire conference. This allows attendees of the conference to establish connections with new national and international business partners, and to further deepen existing collaborations. To facilitate the organisation of the numerous meetings and to make pairing up participants ... Read more
Diversity Breakfast - a free side event at Gamesweek Zurich. Join us for this engaging breakfast session, scheduled just before the doors open for the second day of the conference. This event features experts and representatives from specialised organisations across various countries, offering a platform to discuss and explore practical approaches for advancing diversity and ... Read more
Official opening of Gamesweek Zurich | The Conference - Day 2 Speaker Olivier Blanchet, Scientific and Academic Mission, French Embassy in Switzerland and Liechtenstein Hiloko Kato, Board of Directors, Swiss Game Developers Association SGDA
Music and sound effects play a pivotal role in the gaming experience. To avoid delays and potential legal disputes before a game's release, it's crucial to address copyright concerns from the outset. SUISA highlights the key considerations to keep in mind. Speakers Frank Dietiker, SUISA (CH) Michael Wohlgemuth, SUISA (CH)
Legal matters are crucial to the success of every game and, consequently, to every game developer. International game lawyers provide an overview of the legal issues impacting game development studios in 2023/2024. They then delve into specific real-life issues to bear in mind when hiring talent or contracting with freelancers in or from their countries. ... Read more
PEGI, the authority behind age classifications for video games in 38 European countries, marks its 20th anniversary. Join us for a firsthand insights of the criteria for game ratings and the intricate process behind them. Speaker Jennifer Wacrenier, PEGI (BE)
Speakers Vivian Frei, Department of Education of the Canton of Zurich (CH) Thomas Gerber, Kantonale Anlaufstelle Radikalisierung / gewalttätiger Extremismus, Kantonspolizei Zürich (CH) Dr Daniel Koehler, Competence Centre Against Extremism in Baden-Wuerttemberg (DE) Dr Suraj Lakhani, University of Sussex, Extremism Gaming Research Network (EGRN) (UK)
Coffee break, a great opportunity to make new contacts and deepen existing relationships.
Numerous initiatives are targeting sustainable game development according to the UN Agenda 2030. This talk gives an overview of the present landscape, delve into prevailing challenges, and explore potential solutions to ensure economic, ecological, and social sustainability. Speaker Thorsten Busch, ZHAW Center for Corporate Responsibility (CH)
Diversity is a complex and multifaceted topic. Using practical examples, we examine how gradual progress can be made regarding inclusion and diversity in the game creation industry. In consultation with experts, we consider specific measures that support game creaters and their studios on this journey. Speakers Jennifer Lufau, Afrogameuses (FR) Farhanaz a.k.a Joy Elahee, Afrogameuses ... Read more
After the presentation of the award-winning game “Morph Tales”, game developers and educators discuss the potential of games in education. What qualities make games a successful medium for knowledge transfer? Where are the limitations? Which previously hard-to-reach target groups can be engaged through games? Speaker Henning Metzmacher, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology ETH Zurich – ... Read more
The conference sessions conclude with the drinks reception after two intense days of talks, presentations, and discussions. The drinks provide another opportunity to expand one's personal network.
The SGDA Swiss Game Awards Ceremony stands as the annual highlight of Swiss game creation. Here, Switzerland's finest and most innovative entertainment games and serious games receive the recognition they deserve.
Das überregionale Spielfestival Gamesweek Zurich bietet vom 9. bis 19. November 2023 ein
vielfältiges Programm, das Jung und Alt, Laien und Profis, die zahlreichen Facetten von Spielen erleben lässt.