All is set for the 16th edition of India Game Developer Conference (IGDC) which begins in Hyderabad today. The three-day conference is expected to attract about 20 thousand attendees. Organized by the Game Developer Association of India (GDAI), the 16th edition of IGDC is expected to highlight the rapid growth of India’s gaming and interactive entertainment sector. Secretary in the Information and Broadcasting Ministry, Sanjay Jaju and senior officials will be attending the Conference on the inaugural day.
According to the organisers, the conference will have over 150 sessions, have over 250 speakers, and host a large expo with top gaming companies, startups, and international country showcases. Industry icons like Jordan Weisman, creator of BattleTech, MechWarrior, and Shadowrun, Tim Morten, known for StarCraft II and Stormgate, and Bryce Johnson, co-creator of the Xbox Adaptive Controller and Microsoft’s Inclusive Tech Lab will be attending. The event will explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations that are shaping the future of gaming on a global scale.
The IGDC ranked among the top three video gaming conferences worldwide and this year’s conference will underscore the country’s rising influence in the global gaming industry. The India Game Developer Conference (IGDC) has become a vital platform, not just for highlighting gaming talent, but also for shaping policies and infrastructure to advance India’s video game industry. This year’s event will address the need for establishing dedicated gaming hubs and expanding the nation’s incubator ecosystem, inspired by the success of Telangana’s IMAGE Tower.
