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GDC 2025 Draws to a Successful Close With Nearly 30,000 Attendees, Including 6,000 for GDC Nights

March 27, 2025

The 2025 Game Developers Conference has come to a close after hosting nearly 30,000 registered attendees across five full days of inspiring sessions and networking opportunities with peers and leaders across the games industry. GDC also introduced the first annual GDC Nights after-hours event, with two evenings of engaging community content that blended TV, movies, comedy, games, and fun activities to further underline GDC’s commitment to bringing the world together through games.

It's the Final Day of GDC 2025!

By Beth Elderkin |  March 21, 2025

Time flies when you're having fun: The 2025 Game Developers Conference is drawing to a close! Connecting with game developers from around the world has been incredible, and we can't wait to see what the last day brings.

Main Stage, Awards, and Expo Take Center Stage on Day 3 of GDC 2025

By Beth Elderkin |  March 19, 2025

Today is the first day of our GDC core sessions, which cover many of the topics and issues impacting game developers today. In addition, the expo floor is set to open at 10:00am, so make sure you head over to South Hall to check out our amazing sponsors and exhibitors.

Here's to an Amazing Day 2 at GDC 2025

By Beth Elderkin |  March 18, 2025

We're off to a great start with the 2025 Game Developers Conference. Incredible summits, insightful workshops, and the powerhouse that was last night's GDC Nights event (join us for the next one on Thursday). The week continues with another day of summits, sponsored talks, and more!

Welcome to Day 1 of GDC 2025: Connecting the World Through Games!

By Beth Elderkin |  March 17, 2025

Rise and shine: It's game time! The 2025 Game Developers Conference has returned to the Moscone Center. We're kicking things off with an exhilarating first day packed with summits, talks, sponsored sessions, and our first official after-hours event, GDC Nights!

Here's Where to Watch the 2025 IGF and Game Developers Choice Awards

By Beth Elderkin |  March 16, 2025

We're just a few days away from the 2025 Independent Games Festival Awards and 25th annual Game Developers Choice Awards, happening at GDC 2025 in San Francisco on March 20. Here's how you can join the fun in-person, at home, or hanging with one of our official co-streamer parners!

Top Game Developer Trends Heading Into GDC 2025

By Beth Elderkin |  March 14, 2025

The Game Developers Conference is at the forefront of the biggest industry changes and how they're impacting studios and developers. Here are some of the biggest trends being examined at GDC 2025, and how they're poised to shape the future of game development.

A Note From Stephenie Hawkins, Event Director at GDC

By GDC Staff |  March 13, 2025

In my role as Event Director of the Game Developers Conference, every year provides a new opportunity to connect with the community we love and bring the world together through games. As we come together for GDC 2025, I'd like to take this time to share the many programs we have to ensure everyone joining us feels welcome, safe, and respected.

New to GDC? Learn the Ropes at GDC 101!

By GDC Staff |  March 12, 2025

The Game Developers Conference is a force of nature. That's why I'm excited to be co-hosting not one, but two GDC 101 sessions at GDC 2025! Whether you're a first timer, need a refresher, or eager to make new connections, we've got everything you need at GDC 101.

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