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The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) is the largest non-profit membership organization in the world serving all individuals who create games.

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IGDA @igda.org · Jan 29

I know we've already had ONE starter pack, so why not SECOND starter pack?!

Slowly yet surely, our various Chapters and Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are migrating over here, so we'll be adding them to this list. Please give them a follow!

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René Otto @aceottorney.bsky.social · 22h

Proud to announce Deviant Legal’s Game Developer’s Guide to Publishing Agreements: a free resource for developers wanting to learn about publishing deals. Publicly accessible, without requiring to provide your data: deviantlegal.com/guide/game-d...

An image about the game developer's guide to publishing agreements feauturing otto the otter

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IGDA @igda.org · 13h

LinkedIn is more than just a job board—it’s the #1 platform for building connections in games and unlocking career opportunities. That’s why we’re inviting you to the LinkedIn Bootcamp (LIBC), a 3-day live workshop from 24 - 26 October.

Register now: https://loom.ly/UEY1I4k

Gaming Career Coaching: Groups & Video

Powerful group and video games career coaching for those looking to break into games, level up early in their career or get quick coaching on-the-go.

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The Séance of Blake Manor - Play our Demo 🔮 @blakemanorgame.bsky.social · 1d

We are delighted to announce that the Séance of Blake Manor demo is back. Thank you all for your patience and understanding.

Download now: store.steampowered.com/app/3547180/...

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IGDA @igda.org · 2d

Our friends at the Wisconsin Game Alliance have given us THREE tickets to MDEV next month! Enter by 9 October at 11:59pm PST for your chance to win!

➡️ Enter now: https://loom.ly/7d5jmuc

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IGDA @igda.org · 5d

Alright, what's everyone picking up during the Steam Autumn Sale?

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Lya Mgtt ✧ Indie Game Dev @lyamgtt.bsky.social · 12d

Hey friends! It's #FollowFriday, and today I wanted to do a special shout-out to @irismisk.bsky.social, who just released her game Flowers and Favours, an adorable game where you run your own flower shop! She's amazing don't hesitate to follow her 🌸✨
#indiegames #gamedev #cozygames

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vaporwavestudios.bsky.social @vaporwavestudios.bsky.social · 12d

Happy #FollowFriday! Whether you're a fan of cozy games, strategy games, giant robots or mermaids we've got something for you!
#indiedev #gamedev

Screenshot of in game footage of our title "Aqua di Amor."

Menu footage in game from our title "Tyrant Tactics."

Character art from our title "Aqua di Amor."

In game screenshot from our title "Tyrant Tactics."

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IGDA @igda.org · 5d

CAN YOU PET THE DOG?!?!?!

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DuckGang @duckgang.bsky.social · 5d

Our new game is coming and we can't wait to show it to you. In your journey you will be accompanied by a dog🐶
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#Gaming #Gamer #Game #gamedev #PC #FollowFriday #ff #indiegame

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IGDA @igda.org · 5d

Alright, what's everyone picking up during the Steam Autumn Sale?

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KaijuStory @kaijustory.bsky.social · 6d

In a couple of weeks the Kaiju will finally be released. Play it with your friends or match up against a random, in a game of mind games!
Wishlist now on Steam!
store.steampowered.com/app/3697310/...
#wishlistwednesday #gaming #indiegame #gamedev #multiplayer #indiedev #strategygames

KaijuStory on Steam

In a game of great minds and Hide-and-seek, save the city or destroy it! Play as an agent of the Earth Defense Force or a Kaiju and try to defeat your opponent before they defeat you!

store.steampowered.com

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Dome Keeper @domekeeper.bsky.social · 5d

BIRTHDAY WEEK GIVEAWAY #5 🎉🥳
To enter today (Friday) answer this question:
Top 5 words that rhyme with drill GO! GO! GO!
Winner will receive a Deluxe Edition Steam Key, announced Monday at 2pm BST!

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IGDA @igda.org · 5d

Spill, Bill, Fill, Chill, Twill

IGDA @igda.org · 6d

Calling all #gamesUR experts! 📢
Submissions for our 2025 #gamesUR Online Speaker Series are open till Friday October 10th!

Submit your work and help shape the future of GUR by sharing your experiences and lessons with our global community.

Submit your talk: https://forms.gle/amFLuKWnzRUKmVPTA

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 7d

🌊 Bring your game to mobile with Port(ing) Quest ⛵

Get mentorship, workshops, & a global showcase reaching 100K+ players—all designed to help #gamedevs expand their audience.

Spots are limited → buff.ly/2tUDh4R

#indiedev #mobilegames @igda.org @getwigi.com

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Games by Stitch - Out Now: Elsewhere Electric ⚡️ @gamesbystitch.com · 8d

It is 2066: 36 years after a catastrophic geomagnetic storm disrupted the world’s power supply and caused world-wide chaos.

You are tasked to keep a solar mission on track, and secretly, to discover a saboteur. Will you trust the right people?

Wishlist Now: store.steampowered.com/app/4006340/...

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IGDA @igda.org · 12d

Are you an audio person looking to break into games? Or already a pro ready to give back? The IASIG Discord is where interactive audio people meet, chat, and collaborate.🤖

Discord Invite: https://discord.gg/wptzexJWwg
Follow IASIG: https://loom.ly/dOfmaLU

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IGDA @igda.org · 13d

The next #GAconf kicks off next week! GAconf is a professional conference for the games industry, founded to advance the field of accessibility in game development.

Learn more and register now: https://loom.ly/KZ4auaM

IGDA @igda.org · 14d

South by Southwest Sydney (SXSW Sydney) is where ideas, industry and imagination collide. From October 13–19, join the best minds in tech, business and culture for seven days of inspiration, innovation and connection.

Learn more and register now: https://loom.ly/EexsrVM

SXSW Sydney - October 13-19 2025

South by Southwest Sydney, October 13-19 brings people together to inspire the unexpected. Dedicated to helping creative people achieve their goals, SXSW Sydney is for anyone with a desire for discovery. With over 1,000 sessions and events for over 300,000 attendees, we’re creating a platform for countless connections that drive forward new ideas across Asia Pacific and beyond. Prices increase 26/09.

www.sxswsydney.com

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Pirates: Rogue's Fortune - Wishlist Now on Steam @ninpogames.bsky.social · 14d

Pirates love sailors who share #WishlistWednesday

🌊 Cursed seas, dangerous foes and legendary loot await in this Roguelite adventure. Discover Pirates: Rogue’s Fortune!
We need you !⚔️ Support us with a wishlist: s.team/a/2423280

#IndieGameDev #indiegame #indiedev #madewithunity #gamedev

Pirates: Rogue's Fortune on Steam

A rogue-lite action and adventure game set in the Caribbean! Explore the ocean depths in search of treasures, survive intense naval battles, and upgrade your ship to reclaim your place as the greatest...

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GamesIndustry.biz @gibiz.bsky.social · 20d

The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) has appointed Limpho Moeti as its chair, following the conclusion of Zak Whaley's term in June, making her the organisation's first chair from the global south.

www.gamesindustry.biz/igda-board-o...

IGDA board of directors appoints new chair, additional executive appointments

Limpho Moeti has taken over as chair of the non-profit organization

www.gamesindustry.biz

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IGDA @igda.org · 16d

So what even is this Port Quest we've been talking about? You only have to wait until TOMORROW to find out!

Join us on the WIGI Discord at 9am PT / 12pm ET, as we're joined by our fellow adventurers, WIGI and IGDA Foundation, on this quest: https://loom.ly/PtJv-E0

IGDA @igda.org · 16d

Did you know that 2 out of 3 children struggle with math? Dutch publisher Dutch Games set out to change that with Math Masters, an adventurous new educational board game that makes arithmetic fun and rewarding for all ages.

It JUST launched on Kickstarter, back it now: https://loom.ly/IBn3e8I

IGDA @igda.org · 19d

We’re glad to announce our strategic partnership with the GamingonPhone Awards 2025! 🎮✨

Celebrate the best with the best in mobile gaming across 30 award categories on October 17th, 2025.

Learn more and register now: https://loom.ly/bbzUWhA

GamingonPhone Awards 2025 · Luma

The GamingonPhone Awards 2025 are where the global mobile gaming community comes together to celebrate the people, passion, and pure magic behind our favorite…

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IGDA @igda.org · 20d

AI is changing the way we create audio and media - but how do we do it responsibly? Join the IASIG AI Working Group (AIWG) and help set the standards for ethical, impactful generative AI in interactive media.
Your ideas. Your voice. Your future. Join us today.
Discord : https://discord.gg/wptzexJWwg

Join the IASIG Discord Server!

The Interactive Audio Special Interest Group (IASIG) is a member-driven organization in partnership with the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), and the MIDI Association (TMA).https://linktr.ee/iasig | 109 members

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