Game Developers Conference (GDC)

The Game Developers Conference (GDC Festival of Gaming) is the world’s most significant annual gathering for game developers. It centers on game development technology, art, design, and business, covering the entire workflow—from programming and visual arts to sound design, production, and commercial aspects—making it a core platform for technical exchange and talent recruitment in the gaming industry.

The GDC brings together over 30,000 industry professionals from more than 100 countries, featuring more than 1,000 speakers and hosting over 730 events. Participants engage with thousands of developers, artists, publishers, marketers, business leaders, and technology partners to deepen their knowledge, forge meaningful connections, and gain the inspiration needed to elevate their work and careers to new heights.

North America serves as the global epicenter of technological advancement and innovation in the gaming industry. The GDC, an annual pilgrimage for game developers worldwide, stands as a cornerstone of North American gaming culture. For companies seeking to connect with cutting-edge global technologies, talent, and capital, the North American exhibition landscape offers an indispensable platform.

Whether you’re developing games, bringing them to market, or powering the technologies behind them, the Game Developers Conference (GDC Festival of Gaming) is your ultimate destination.

Game Developers Conference (GDC) tickets are e-tickets. Domestic and international visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name passport verification. After purchase, the organizer verifies visitor identity. Visitors who do not meet entry requirements may need to submit additional documents. Once approved, you will receive email confirmation or a QR code. On site, present your original passport and confirmation letter to collect a paper badge, or scan the QR code to enter.