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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4h

✨ Want to attend #GamesBeatNext in SF (Nov 12–13)?

@gamesbeat.bsky.social has offered the IGDA Foundation 5 complimentary passes ($1,200 each) to raffle!

🎟️ $50 donation = 1 entry
🌍 Supports underrepresented voices in games
⏳ Deadline: Oct 23

👉 buff.ly/5ymUiWd

#Giveaway #IGDAFoundation #GameDev

GamesBeat Next returns November 12-13 in San Francisco. Unlock VIP access with GB MAX.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 9h

🌟 Meet some of the mentors for the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

Oct 10–11, connect with industry pros for resume reviews, career advice & networking.

🎮 Sign up: buff.ly/neKjsYb

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 1d

🎉 Big thanks to Gatherly for sponsoring the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

Oct 10–11, we’re connecting BIPOC talent with studios & career opportunities in games.

🎮 Join us: buff.ly/Oa2nP62

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

Gatherly virtual events is sponsoring the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 2d

👋 Meet our host Amir Satvat!

He’ll be bringing energy and expertise to the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair October 10th. Don’t miss your chance to learn from him & connect with industry leaders!

🎮 Save your spot: buff.ly/Oa2nP62

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

Amir Satvat will be hosting the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair on Friday @ 2:00pm PT

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 4d

✨ Say hi to @carnivaljedi.bsky.social, one of our amazing hosts for the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair!

Oct 10th, she’ll help you connect, learn, and level up your career in games.

🔗 Register: buff.ly/OVuTcsb

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

TaSh Elzie will be hosting the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair on Friday @ 3:30pm PT

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 5d

🎤 Meet @junaebenne.bsky.social, one of your guides at the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair Oct 10–11!

Join us for 2 days of skills, connections & career growth in games.

👉 Sign up: buff.ly/yGmpRnn

#CareerFair #GameDevs #IndieDevs #BIPOCProfessionals

Junae Benne will be hosting the BIPOC Virtual Career Fair on Saturday @ 9am PT

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 6d

🚨 Indie devs! Got a game on @itch.io (or one coming soon)?

We’re building the Indie Allies for Impact bundle with @takethis.org + @igdafoundation.org — and we want your games in it! 🎮

More eyes on your work, more support for indies + mental health.
👉 Apply here: buff.ly/J1UAuST
#GameDevs #IndieDev

Indie Allies for Impact. Play it forward! Got a game on itch.io? Whether it's premium or free-to-play, we'd love for you to "play it forward" by donating your game to support our cause! All proceeds from the bundle will go directly to supporting the worm of Take This and the IGDA Foundation.

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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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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 12d

📣 The 2nd annual BIPOC Virtual Career Fair is here! 🎮
Oct 10–11, connect with studios & experts, sharpen your skills, and level up your career in games.

➡️ Sign up: buff.ly/4ko99so

#gamedevs #indiedevs #lookingforwork

BIPOC Virtual Career Fair October 10 & 11. Presented by IGDA Foundation, Black in Gaming, Sugar Gamers Labs, and WIGI.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 13d

🚨 Last chance! 🚨

Apply by Sept 30 to join Port(ing) Quest ⛵—helping #gamedevs bring their games to mobile with mentorship, workshops & a global showcase reaching 100K+ players.

👉 buff.ly/EFem95r

#indiedev #mobilegames

All aboard! We're looking for games to join us on a Port Quest! Let us help you bring your game to mobile platforms and reach new global audiences. Apply by September 30. Brought o you by IGDA Foundation, IGDA, and WIGI.

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Take This @takethis.org · 14d

Hey indie game devs! @takethis.org & @igdafoundation.org are teaming up to create the Indie Allies for Impact @itch.io bundle later this year, and we need your help.

We're looking for games to include in the bundle. For more info & to submit your game, check out this form: tinyurl.com/iaibundle

Navy blue background. At the top, and black and white image of Playstation controllers, a computer keyboard, and a computer mouse. In the foreground of that image, text reads "Indie Allies for Impact." The logos for Take This, the IGDA Foundation, and itch.io are also present. Below, text in a slightly darker blue box reads "Indie game developers! Take This and the IGDA Foundation are teaming up for an itch.io charity bundle, and we want you to be a part of it! More information and submit your games at tiny URL dot com slash i a i bundle

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 15d

Hey indie game devs! @takethis.org & @igdafoundation.org are teaming up to create the Indie Allies for Impact @itch.io bundle later this year, and we need your help.

We're looking for games to include in the bundle. For more info & to submit your game, check out this form: buff.ly/GLCFWQa
#GameDev

Indie Allies for Impact. Indie Game Developers! Take This & the IGDA Foundation are teaming up for an itch.io charity bundle and we want YOU to be a part of it! More information and submit your games: tinyurl.com/iaibundle

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 16d

✨ Win Your Way to #GamesBeatNext ✨

@gamesbeat.bsky.social has offered the IGDA Foundation 5 complimentary passes (worth $1,200 each!) to raffle for our community. 🎟️

💜 $50 donation = 1 entry
🌍 Supports underrepresented voices in games
⏳ Enter by Oct 23

👉 buff.ly/axFshmg

#GameDev #IndieDev

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 26d

✨ #FeatureFriday ✨

From program alum ➡️ foundation volunteer 💜

We’re so proud to see our community give back and lift others up. 🎮🌍
Watch Saba's story here ⬇️

#GameDev #Community #AlumniStories

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · 28d

Thanks so much for your support! ❤️💛

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Sep 8

Thank you @simulationdaily.bsky.social for interviewing our Director, Alyssa Walles, and giving her the opportunity to talk about our work and the future of the industry!

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Sep 3

Think you meant to tag @igda.org ! We definitely support this message, though!

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Sep 3

🚀 #WishlistWednesday 🚀
One of our Virtual Exchange alumni made Rogue Eclipse—a roguelite space adventure now on Steam!

✨ Add it to your wishlist: buff.ly/AvrVXsJ

#indiegame #gamedev

Husban Siddiqi, NGL '22, at PAX WEst showing his game, Rogue Eclipse.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Sep 2

🌟 #TakeNoteTuesday 🌟

Every donation to the @IGDAFoundation powers mentorship, global exchanges & opportunities that help emerging game devs thrive.

💖 Give via #Benevity (code: 57J34Y8WJ3)
💝 Or donate: buff.ly/4KmyDFE

Let’s keep changing the industry—one story at a time.

#gamedev #indiedev

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Sep 1

✨ What a JAM! ✨

In just 60 mins at #PAXWest, participants dreamed up and presented some amazing game ideas! 🎮🚀

Big cheers to everyone who pitched, played, and imagined with us. 💡 Can’t wait for the next one!

#GameJam #GameDev #IGDAFoundation

Photo of the presentation portion of the Game Jam for Everyone event. Slide reads "We aren't here for capitalism! We love games"

Photo of the game jam for everyone event. Panelists are explaining the rules.

Photo of the Game Jam for Everyone event. A participant is presenting their idea in a room full of people at tables.

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Aug 29

⚡ Happening TODAY at #PAXWest!

Join the #IGDAFoundation’s Game Jam for Everyone @ 4:15 PM (Leaf Theatre, L4).
60 mins, no exp. needed—just imagination! 🎮✨

🔗 buff.ly/5PN77v7

#GameJam #GameDev #IndieDevs

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Aug 28

#TBT to 2022: In Mixologer, made during the IGDA Foundation Game Jam, you’re on your first day at Rik’s Tavern—tap, swipe, shake, squeeze, and chat your way into mastering magical cocktails (and bar etiquette 🍸)!

Play now: buff.ly/fP3DIGa

#GameDev #IndieGameJam #ThrowbackThursday

Mixologer screenshot featuring main character Rik and a customer named Lady Phillipa

Mixologer screenshot featuring drinks list

Mixologer screenshot featuring three customers

Mixologer screenshot featuring drink making interface

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Aug 27

🚨 Game Jam for Everyone at #PAXWest! 🚨

📅 Fri, Aug 29 | 4:15–5:45 PM
📍 Leaf Theatre (Summit, L4)

In just 60 mins you’ll:
🎮 Build a game idea
🌍 Create characters & mechanics
📣 Pitch to the crowd!

No exp. needed—just imagination. Join us & jam!

#GameDev #GameJam

Illustration of a jam jar with a video game controller inside

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Aug 26

We're still on cloud nine from #Devcom2025! Huge thanks once again for supporting our scholarship recipients! ❤️💛

IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Aug 25

✨ Huge thanks to #Devcom2025! ✨

Our grantees @anzal.bsky.social, @drjclau.bsky.social, and @archivistowl.bsky.social had an amazing time in Cologne through the Devcom Scholars Program. Opportunities like this help emerging #gamedev talent grow, connect, and thrive. 💡🎮

A photo collage featuring IGDAF Virtual Exchange alumni David Olamide, Anzal Baig, Angelo Diktopoulus, JC Lau, Nathaly Kalantar, Arden Osthof, and Dean Gichukie

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IGDA Foundation @igdafoundation.org · Aug 25

✨ Huge thanks to #Devcom2025! ✨

Our grantees @anzal.bsky.social, @drjclau.bsky.social, and @archivistowl.bsky.social had an amazing time in Cologne through the Devcom Scholars Program. Opportunities like this help emerging #gamedev talent grow, connect, and thrive. 💡🎮

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