Australian Reception at Gamescom 2023

IGEA

Say G’Day at Hall 3.2, Stand CO10-DO19!

Koelnmesse, Australian Pavilion, Business Area, Hall 3.2, Stand CO10-DO19

Say G’Day at Gamescom!Australia has a great track record of producing global smash hits – from Cult of the Lamb to Crossy Road – and we are very proud to bring 25 Australian games studios to Cologne to present their upcoming titles.We are thrilled to invite you to the Australian Reception at Gamescom proudly hosted by Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) and leading Australian screen and investment agencies.The event is generously supported by AWS. Discover groundbreaking projects and fresh ideas from Australian game developers and network with some of the most creative minds as we connect, collaborate, and explore exciting opportunities in the games industry.Games presented this year include titles like <a href="https://www.incolatus.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Incolatus</a>, an FPS that allows you to manipulate time and space with portals: The faster you go, the more damage you do, the stronger you become. If you are after something a bit more soothing, try Prideful Sloth's new customisable, vibrant town-building sim game <a href="https://gogotowngame.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Go-Go Town</a>.Among this year’s delegation is also PlaySide Studios which will present another game in the beloved <a href="https://www.dumbwaystodie.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Dumb Way to Die</a> series. Meanwhile, up-and-coming newcomers include MAXART and their frantic <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/2514400/?curator_clanid=4777282&utm_source=SteamDB" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Servonauts</a> party game, <a href="https://www.papercactusgames.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Fox and Shadow</a>, a deck-building RPG in which you'll manage two move sets to take down threats, and Taming Yore Dragon, an educational adventure platformer from the mental health experts at My Colourful Mind.Other event highlights include access to government representatives: Gain valuable insights as they discuss the dynamic landscape of the gaming ecosystem in their states and the latest funding incentives, including the new <a href="https://www.arts.gov.au/what-we-do/screen/digital-games" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Digital Games Tax Offset</a> (DGTO).The DGTO is a globally competitive incentive for games studios to operate in Australia, providing businesses with a 30 per cent refundable tax offset on eligible expenditure.Support from AWS: Learn about the innovative solutions and support that AWS for Games offers to the games community, driving growth, and scaling businesses.The Australian Reception at Gamescom serves as a platform to nurture collaborations, strengthen the games ecosystem, and bolster the vibrant gaming community in Australia. It's an event you wouldn't want to miss!Date: 24/8/23Time: 4 pmLocation: Hall 3.2, Stand CO10-DO19Note: This event is open to publishers, investors, press, and industry professionals. Please RSVP to secure your spot, as space is limited.For a complete list of attending studios please visit the <a href="https://igea.net/2023/08/igea-joins-25-australian-developers-at-gamescom-2023/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">IGEA website</a>. For more information about the gaming industry in Australia, please check out <a href="https://igea.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Level-Up-AGTTAGI-GDC-A4-Booklet-DIGITAL.pdf" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Level Up! A Guide to the Australian Games Industry</a>The Australian Reception at Gamescom is supported by<ul><li>Screen Australia</li><li>Trade and Investment Queensland</li><li>Screen Queensland</li><li>Screen New South Wales</li><li>Investment New South Wales</li><li>Creative Victoria</li><li>VicScreen</li><li>South Australian Department of Trade and Investment</li><li>South Australian Film Corporation</li><li>AWS </li></ul>See you in Cologne!

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