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Building What’s Next:
Vision, Craft, and the Future of Games
At the heart of the Pacific Northwest’s vibrant game development scene, GamesBeat Engage: Seattle brings together game makers, creative technologists, and studio leaders to explore how the future of games is being built today. This intimate salon-style gathering will spotlight the people, philosophies, and tools shaping the next generation of interactive experiences.
Expect meaningful conversation, hard-won insights, and honest dialogue with leaders pushing the boundaries of game development — from indies to global studios.
Schedule
- 4:00 PM: Arrival & Welcome Reception
- 4:30 PM: Opening Remarks
- 4:40 PM: Lightning Talks
- 5:20 PM: Featured Fireside Chat with Ed Fries
- 6:00 PM: Closing Drinks & Networking
- 7:00 PM: Event Concludes
Speakers
Ed Fries
General Partner
1Up Ventures
Yuliya Arlova
Business Development Executive
Xsolla
Joost van Dreunen
CEO
ALDORA
Junaili Lie
Co-Founder and CEO
AccelByte
Jana Hodgins
Director of Strategic Partnerships
Xsolla
Adam Boyes
Founder & CEO
Vivrato
Dominic Lobbia
VP of Engineering
Zynga
Ron Scott
SVP Strategic Business Partnerships
Xsolla
Alex Park
Head of Online Services Engineering
KRAFTON
Dean Takahashi
Editorial Director
GamesBeat
Who Should attend
This event is designed primarily for game developers and publishing companies —from indie creators to technical and business leaders at established AAA studios—who are driving the creative and business direction of the industry. It also welcomes studio founders, creative directors, business decision makers, thought leaders, product, marketing and publishing leads, and those exploring new tools, platforms, and workflows.
Why Attend
Insider Insights
Hear directly from game industry trailblazers in a setting built for honest, unscripted conversations. No fluff — just real talk from the people shaping what’s next.
Industry Connections
Join a curated room of developers, founders, executives, and investors. Whether you’re forging partnerships or exchanging ideas, this is where high-impact connections happen.
Experience a Smarter Format
Forget traditional panels. Engage delivers rapid-fire talks, meaningful discussions, and relaxed networking — all in a premium, evening salon-style setting.