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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you to everyone who joined, partnered, and volunteered with us for XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver and Beta Lounge! Your support is shaping Canada’s game business.

Check your inbox - that survey is your chance to help shape upcoming events.

#XPVAN25

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 5d

Beta Lounge Starts Today!

Join us at DigiBC Creative Tech Studio
#160 – 577 Great Northern Way, Vancouver

9:30am doors open - coffee & connections
10am - Programming begins

Explore what’s next in storytelling, technology, and creative collaboration. See you there.

@digibc.bsky.social

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 5d

Day 1 of XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver is wrapped!

Thanks to everyone who joined us — and to the generous team at Behaviour Interactive for lunch.

Next: Beta Lounge with @digibc.bsky.social, tomorrow at 577 Great Northern Way, Suite 160.

#XPVAN25 #IndieDev #GameBusiness

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 5d

XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver is in full swing today.

Huge thanks to our speakers for sharing real, actionable insights.

Some Pics from
Dissecting an Indie Pitch
Ask a Lawyer Roundtable
Pathways to Funding

The West Coast energy is amazing!

#IndieDev #GameBusiness #XPVAN25

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 6d

XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver kicks off today!

Built for indies - #XPVAN25 the business of making games.

@digibc.bsky.social

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 6d

What are your next steps?

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 6d

Built for Indies

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 6d

XP Indie Biz Connect and Beta Lounge @ Signals starts tomorrow!

Forgot your ticket? There are a few left @ signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

Grab a VIP ticket and join the VIP Welcome Cocktail tonight!

@digibc.bsky.social

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Omar @neonaviator.bsky.social · 11d

I’ll be attending XP Indie Biz Connect + Beta Lounge in #vancouver, #canada next week as speaker. If you want to see a LIVE pitch deck review, make sure to get your ticket! More info at @xpgaminginc.bsky.social

See you there folks!

#indiedev #videogames #gamesindustry #indiegames #pitchdeck

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 8d

XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver + Beta Lounge starts in 2 days!

Use this DIY social template to let your network know you’re attending: www.canva.com/design/DAGz0...

#XPVAN25 #GameDev #IndieBiz #MeetToMatch

@digibc.bsky.social

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 14d

The VIP Welcome Cocktail will be at the Michelin Guide–recommended Acquafarina.

Old-world elegance. Modern flair. And the kind of conversations that set the tone for #XPVAN25

Tickets still available at: signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

@digibc.bsky.social

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 19d

MeetToMatch is now open for XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver + Beta Lounge!

Check your email for setup instructions and start booking meetings. Schedules will fill quickly so grab your spot with publishers, investors, and partners fast.

#XPVAN25
@digibc.bsky.social

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 26d

Last chance to save 30% on #XPVAN25 tickets - Early Bird ends 11:59 PM EST. signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

Value-dense. Budget-light:
XP Indie Biz Connect & Beta Lounge is 2 days designed to equip indie studios with the tools, knowledge, and partners to grow their business.

@digibc.bsky.social

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 28d

30% Off Ends Friday⏰⏰⏰

Connect directly with publishers, funders, and experts who help indie studios grow. Build the business behind your game at XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver.

Space is limited. Tickets signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

@digibc.bsky.social

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · 28d

Need a hotel for XP Indie Biz Connect and Beta Lounge @ Signals?

The guaranteed hotel room block at Holiday Inn Vancouver-Centre (Broadway) ends tonight (Sept 10/25).

Booking link: www.ihg.com/redirect?pat...

Thank you to @digibc.bsky.social

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Sep 3

Game dev is hard. Growing a business is harder.

Get clear, proven advice from people who’ve done it.

Ready to learn?

#XPVAN25 tickets at signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Aug 14

INDIE STUDIOS - This one is for you!

The Indie Selects Program - 5 studios will receive:
--> A VIP Pass to XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver and Beta Lounge
--> Publisher & funder visibility

Apply at wkf.ms/4ob8d3F
Deadline: Sept 9, 2025

#XPVAN25 #gamedev #indiedev

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Aug 12

Call for speakers! XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver + Beta Lounge, Oct 3–4

Help shape the industry by sharing your insights on the business of making games. Funding, publishing, marketing, legal, accounting and more!

Apply to speak @ wkf.ms/46csUnc

@digibc.bsky.social

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Aug 7

Early Bird pricing is now live for XP Indie Biz Connect and Beta Lounge @ Signals

Designed to help indie studios grow through funding, publishing, and business partnerships.

Get your #XPVAN25 pass while prices last: signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

@digibc.bsky.social

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Aug 1

50% Off Ends Tonight

Tickets for XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver and the Beta Lounge go up at 11:59 PM ET.

Get in the room with funders, publishers, and partners who can help you take your business further.

Space is limited. #XPVAN25 Tickets: signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Jul 30

Indie devs: Apply now for the Indie Selects Program.

We’re selecting 5 studios to receive:
- One VIP Pass to XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver and Beta Lounge
- Publisher & funder visibility

Deadline: Sept 9/25
Apply: wkf.ms/4ob8d3F

#XPVAN25 #gamedev #indiedev

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Jul 24

The Toronto gaming scene deserves this celebration!

VGLX @vglx-official.bsky.social · Jul 24

Introducing VGLX!

Rooted in the energy of Toronto’s thriving games community, #VGLX25 is a new fan-first convention built by and for players. Playable demos. Tournaments. Cosplay. Artist showcases.

Mississauga Convention Centre Oct 25–26

Tickets: vglx.ca

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XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Jul 10

At MIGS24, 3,000+ meetings led to $32M+ in reported deals. At least 1 deal per 40 in-person meetings.

Exhibitors meet more people, have more conversations, and walk away with more leads. Let’s lock in the right setup for you.

DM us or learn more: migs.biz/en/partner/

XP Gaming @xpgaminginc.bsky.social · Jun 25

$10M in confirmed deals so far from XP Game Summit 2025.

XP Gaming events are designed to connect people for success - $10M says it’s working.

And that’s just the start. Conversations are still unfolding and so are the opportunities.

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Rezza 🌺 @rezzanance.bsky.social · Jun 15

🤩 What an amazing experience at @xpgaminginc.bsky.social's Toronto event! It was so wonderful getting to connect with colleagues & meet so many passionate folks in the indie game industry. I was pitched 24+ indie games & I was charmed by the innovation, variety & dedication. Stellar event!

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