💙
#GDoCExpo
ANNOUNCEMENT!💚
The 9th annual Game Devs of Color Expo is once again going virtual from September 18-21, 2024, and submissions for speakers & games are now open!
Get ready for talks, interviews, panels, and more!💬
Several non-Black
#gamedevs
and artists have offered to mentor and assist
#blackgamedevs
and artists with their career. If you want to help, please reply to this thread. And if you're a Black
#gamedev
who needs support, share your work!
Support game developers of color today.
Support game developers of color tomorrow.
Support game developers of color next week.
Support game developers of color next month.
Support game developers of color next year.
Support game developers of color.
We’re thrilled to announce that
#GDoCExpo
is back online for 2021! Our 6th annual event will feature talks from
#gamedevs
of all backgrounds. Grow your career, connect, and learn. Save the date for Sept. 23-26! Stay tuned for registration details.
It’s official: we’re going virtual.
#GDoCExpo
2020 will come to your screen on September 19, 2020. Speaker and games submissions are open now—tickets coming soon!
Apply to speak:
Apply to show your
#indiegame
:
Let's go! Our FULL event schedule for the Game Devs of Color Expo 2022 is now available.
Look forward to:
🔵The GDoCExpo Direct on YouTube on Sept 15 @ 12PM ET
🟢Informative talks/panels/interviews
🔵Our Gradient Convergence Steam Event
🟢Grant awards for amazing dev!
And more!
📢ANNOUNCEMENT:
Game Devs of Color Expo is excited to announce that submissions for speakers & games are now open for the GDoCExpo 2022.
Don't miss the opportunity to share your work on an online global stage!
Applications:
🗣️:
🎮:
⭐SAVE THE DATE⭐
September 15-18th, 2022.
Game Devs of Color Expo is BACK online for our lucky 7th year. Join us — we’re amplifying the creative power held by people of color in games.
And guess what? We're newly registered as a nonprofit. Spread the word, it's happening 🎉
Meet amazing creators from around the world and learn how to build and market games players love at
#GDoCExpo
, happening online September 23-27! Learn more and snag your ticket here:
Right now, suffering in Palestine continues to escalate with an increased loss of life, apartheid violence, and human rights violations. While we may feel helpless or overwhelmed, we must stand in solidarity to help end this humanitarian crisis.
🧵Here’s a few ways to help:
Tickets are now available for
#GDoCExpo
2020! Share, learn, and connect in new ways. Speakers will cover topics including game art, game design, marketing, and sound design. Learn about games from
@WritNelson
,
@wakingonigames
,
@ValiDateGame
and more.
There’s more to being Black than experiencing struggle and pain, but you might not know it looking at pop culture. Watch
@JustLimpho
’s
#GDoCExpo
talk about the importance of creating authentic Black characters and experiences in games and media:
🤖 STEAM SALE IS LIVE! 🕹
The mission of Game Devs of Color Expo is to amplify the creative power held by people of color in games.
We do this by organizing revolutionary events, uniting our vibrant community, & building access to knowledge, funding, & opportunities🙌🏾
#gdocexpo
The most energizing gaming event of the year is back! We’re excited to announce the 5th annual
#GDoCExpo
, where you can grow your career and connect with developers of all kinds. Save the date: July 10–11, 2020 at the
@SchomburgCenter
! Stay tuned for registration details 👾
Our second-ever
#GDoCExpo
Direct is at 12 PM EST this Thursday and will feature exciting announcements from 30+ awesome games, both digital and tabletop, all by creators of color!
Subscribe to be notified when the video is live here:
In anticipation of
#GDoCExpo
2021, we'll be highlighting the game devs and games industry experts you'll be hearing from this September! Check back here daily for announcements and head to for more info on this year's speakers, panelists, and games.
Happy Wednesday folks, the
#GDoCExpo
2020 schedule is now live 📝 Grab your ticket, then log into our event space to add your favorite talks to your agenda!
⚠️ THREAD ALERT! ⚠️
In celebration of our schedule being live, it's time to highlight some awesome games and their developers who will be interviewed on the second day of
#GDoCExpo
2020! Join us Sep 19–20 and watch them live 📺
Game Devs of Color GDC 2024 Scholarship is now LIVE! 💚💙
We are once again absolutely thrilled to announce that GDoCExpo is a part of the Game Developers Conference Scholarship Program!
@Official_GDC
Apply below 👇🏾
The 2018
#GDoCExpo
is coming to the
@SchomburgCenter
in Harlem, NYC on July 14th! Celebrate game creators from Black, Latinx, and other marginalized backgrounds! Tickets are available now!
Reminder that Game Devs of Color Expo:
▶️ Pays ALL speakers & volunteers
▶️ Has given over $100k to devs of color
▶️ Is a non-profit
▶️ Provides a platform for people of color to talk about their expertise, not just diversity 👌🏾
Come hang in September.
#WhatAGameDevLooksLike
⭐We've GOT NEWS!⭐
Game Devs of Color Expo is BACK online for our 8th year. Join us — we’re amplifying the creative power held by people of color in games.
And guess what? Speaker and Games submissions for interested
#gamedev
are now OPEN. Links below🔽
#GDoCExpo
Hey
#gamedev
and
#indiedev
creators of color, show off your games in our online showcase ✨ for free ✨ and get lots of new supporters PLUS a highlight on Steam! Apply before the deadline tomorrow (July 1, 11:59PM ET):
📣Today’s the day: Tickets for the Game Devs of Color Expo 2022 are now available!
Taking place September 15–18, the 7th annual Game Devs of Color Expo is an annual event that uplifts & amplifies work by creators of color in the games industry.
You in?
We take Code of Conduct violations seriously and do not condone sexual assault nor any other form of harassment. Andrien (EscoBlades) Gbinigie can no longer participate in our events in any capacity.
If needed, report a violation via our Code of Conduct:
You ready for this?👀 Our FULL event schedule for the Game Devs of Color Expo Online 2023 is now available.
Check out:
🔵The GDoCExpo Direct on YouTube on Sept 27 @ 1PM ET
🟢Informative talks/panels/interviews
🔵Grant awards for amazing dev!
🟢And more!
#GDoCExpo
🔽
Want to help creators of color today? Our archive highlights 70+ speakers of color and 80+ games by PoC from past
#GDoCExpo
events. Buy their
#indiegames
, hire them for
#gamedev
, give them paid speaking gigs! 🙌🏾
Support game developers of color today.
Support game developers of color tomorrow.
Support game developers of color next week.
Support game developers of color next month.
Support game developers of color next year.
Support game developers of color.
We have more gifts for you in honor of
#GDoCExpo
2020 this weekend! This Friday, join us at 1PM ET for our first-ever Direct—a video showcase featuring new content from upcoming games by creators of color. Set a reminder on YouTube to hear when it's live:
Game Devs of Color Expo
July 14th, 11am-6pm
at
@SchomburgCenter
in NYC
🎫 Tickets ($20, $5, or free) -
🕚 SCHEDULE (25+ speakers) -
📣 GAMES (25+ devs) -
Everyone is welcome!
#GDoCExpo
#gamedev
#indiedev
Learn to create gaming experiences that pull players in with
@Claude_Jerome
at
#GDoCExpo
2020! Claude is a game designer with a focus and passion for building intrinsically satisfying and memorable action game experiences. Get your ticket now:
This Sunday from 12–6PM ET, join us on
@twitch
for a
#GDoCExpo
#BlackLivesMatter
stream ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽We’ll be playing games by Black
#indiedevs
and raising money for racial justice movements. Follow us to get notified when we go live:
Congrats are in order for the five developers who won the $15,000
@nomorerobotshq
x
#GDoCExpo
Grant, which includes guidance and mentoring in game development.
Our speaker application is now open! We're looking for
#PoCinGames
to share their
#gamedev
craft with our audience. All speakers will receive a small honorarium and
#GDoCExpo
2019 ticket. This
#CFP
is open until May 17.
Apply to be a speaker today:
📣Today’s the day: Tickets for the Game Devs of Color Expo 2023 are now available!
Taking place September 27–30, the 8th annual Game Devs of Color Expo is an annual event that uplifts & amplifies work by creators of color in the games industry.
You in?
Are you a
#gamedev
of color who feels pressured to create games that "fit your narrative"? On September 19,
@six6jiang
will give you the confidence to let go and pursue game design ideas that excite you. Register for
#GDoCExpo
2020 for only $10:
We're proud to announce the 2020 Humble Bundle Game Creators of Color award! Today is the last day to submit games and talks for the 2020
#GDoCExpo
. Any entry is eligible to win a prize of $15,000 to make their own game;submit here:
Another year of incredible games showcased!
To our wonderful devs featured, feel free to drop your links below this post! And folks, let's show our support!!🔽
Ready to see some exclusive game trailers & announcements from some amazing developers?
Watch the Game Devs of Color Expo 2023 Direct tomorrow at 1PM EST!💚💙
Click here when it's time ⬇
🔗
💚We're creating a new job board for the game industry. Candidates are ready to work. Employers want more diverse hiring pools. Our community brings it together.💙
✅ for POC job seekers
✅ for POC-friendly employers
Check it out👉🏾
Failure is usually seen as a negative, but what would happen if we started celebrating it? Watch
@TheVTran
’s
#GDoCExpo
talk about “Failure Marketing” to learn how to get past the embarrassment and bounce back.
Congratulations to this year's
#GDocExpo
Grant Award winners:
@Gensuta
@tacopizzacats
@split_fate
@AchimoGames
May you flourish and take your games & aspirations to the next level! Drop some support & celebration in the replies! 💙💚
That wraps Game Devs of Color Expo 2022!
📢 Calling all
#gamedev
of color!
The GDoCExpo Direct returns on September 18!💙💚
Incredible games, exclusive news, & new announcements will be featured!
Submit your game by May 10 to be a part of this awesome showcase 👇🏾
Ready to see some exclusive game trailers & announcements from some amazing developers?
Watch the Game Devs of Color Expo 2023 Direct tomorrow at 1PM EST!💚💙
Click here when it's time ⬇
🔗
📢 Calling all
#gamedevs
! We are looking for games to show as part of
#GDoCExpo
2021. It is free to show your game, plus anyone who submits will be eligible for any grants we may offer. Apply today.
Most
#gamedevs
leave the industry in under 5 years. The timeline is even shorter for marginalized devs. This does not have to be our reality. Watch
@MushrooQueendom
’s
#GDoCExpo
talk to learn how we can create games in more enjoyable, sustainable ways.
"Don't take it personally!"
"Don't feed the trolls!"
Community managers, you've heard it all.
@InnerslothDevs
' Community Director
@TheVTran
dives into the advice she's received and what makes these tidbits not *quite* right in this
#GDoCExpo
talk 🗣:
The 4th annual
#GDoCExpo
is returning to
@SchomburgCenter
in NYC this SUMMER 2019! 🎮📢 Stay tuned for further announcements.
PLUS:
We’re a
@Official_GDC
2019 Scholarship Partner. Apply to get a free
#GDC
Conference + Summits pass (regularly $2000+) -
Get paid to speak at
#GDoCExpo
2020 and connect with brilliant games creators from around the world! All ideas are welcome and we love speakers of all experience levels. Submit an idea you're excited to speak about before tomorrow's deadline:
Hey, perfectionists:
@WritNelson
will help you battle the urge to make the perfect game at
#GDoCExpo
2020! Xalavier is an award-winning narrative director & writer who's held leading roles on games like
@skatebirb
,
@caretakersgame
, & more. Join us on 9/19:
We're partnering with the
@Official_GDC
Scholarship Program again! Our goal: help creatives of color attend the largest gathering of professional
#gamedevs
. If selected, you'll receive a free GDC 2020 Core + Summits pass (normally $2000+). Apply by 12/2.
Thank you to everyone who participated in
#GDoCExpo
2020 and a special shoutout to
@dapurplesharpie
for hosting today. We had a great weekend with you all and we look forward to seeing you next year!
So much melanated game dev joy in the room ✨👋🏾
Game Devs of Color is hosting a lunch meetup in collaboration with BIG Fest @ GDC! We're providing the free food...
You bring the good laughs and chill chats! 🎉 Come say hi!
Hype to announce that Game Devs of Color Expo is once again a part of the Game Developers Conference (GDC) Scholarship Program.
Selected applicants will receive a GDC 2023 All Access pass (valued at $2204). Find out more info & apply here:
Surprise✨ We may be online-only this year, but that doesn't mean we can't still go big. Proud to be giving *even more money* to developers of color through this collaboration with
@nomorerobotshq
!
In just a few weeks, join Clio Yun-su Davis,
@jeeyonshim
,
@victoriacana
, Ella Galang Amongan, and
@bananachangames
for their
#GDoCExpo
2021 panel, "Finding Your Voice: Developing Your Brand (in Tabletop)," as they discuss how they developed their branding in tabletop gaming!
PAID OPPORTUNITY: We're seeking artists to design shirts and other swag for
#GDoCExpo
2019! If you're interested in supporting our mission with art, submit your information here:
This year's Game Devs of Color Expo showcased the incredible knowledge, wisdom, skill & talent that developers of color possess and utilize in amazing ways.
We are so honored to have curated & empowered these voices - and we'll continue! Thank you everyone, till next year! 💙💚
💚GIVEAWAY💙
A game made by
#gdocexpo
alum just dropped!
We're giving away two Belle Automata Chronicle 1 Steam keys!
To enter:
Follow both
@GDoCExpo
&
@jelpiparade
Like & RT this tweet
For a bonus entry, comment which route you're most excited about! Giveaway ends Mar 13!
Game feel connects with players so they can be immersed. But making actions in real life transfer to the digital realm is no easy feat. Watch
@Claude_Jerome
’s
#GDoCExpo
talk to explore a framework for creating satisfying game mechanics and feedback systems.
Hey
#gamedevs
, the deadline to submit your games and talks for the 2020
#GDoCExpo
is July 1st!
Submit your game here:
Submit your idea for a talk here:
Our first-ever Direct starts TODAY, in 15 minutes, at 1PM ET! The 2020
#GDoCExpo
Direct is a video showcase featuring new content from upcoming games by creators of color. Join now and share your hype in the chat:
The official
#GDoCExpo
schedule is online! Speakers and panelists are announced! New games have been added, with still more on the way! July 14 in NYC. Don’t miss this.
🕚 Schedule -
🎟️ Tickets -
Thank you all so much for joining us for the 8th Game Devs of Color Expo!
Best of luck in all your game dev journeys, remember to take care of yourselves, give yourself space to be creative, build strong foundations, and take that leap! 💙💚
We hope to see you next year! 🕹️
#GDoCExpo
2020 is still on. Regardless of NYC’s guidance this spring, you'll get the industry-shifting event you deserve—be it online or offline. Speaker and game submissions will open soon, so stay tuned. Thank you for supporting us, and we will always value your safety. 💗
🗣 SPEAKER CALL
Wondering what makes a standout submission for Game Devs of Color Expo 2024? We're looking for talks packed with practical advice, personal insights, and actionable tips. Make sure your submission aligns with our values and guidelines.
🔗
The official
#GDoCExpo
photo album is here! Please feel free to share / use / tag yourselves.
Photo credits: Trevor Tomlinson (
@OhHeyItsSK
)
Thank you all for being part of it.
Most know that good music & eye-catching art is key to making a great video game trailer. But are you making some key mistakes in your trailers?📽
@Derek_Lieu
takes us through the top mistakes made when crafting trailers, & how to fix them in this talk!👇🏾
📢 PANEL ANNOUNCEMENT!
In this talk, 3
#gamedev
with successful crowdfunding campaigns tell it all: why they chose that route, what it took to get funded and what happened AFTER the campaigns ended!
Hype to hear from
@bogboogie
,
@dirtbagboyfren
, and
@danulmao
!🤩 Who's in? 🙋🏾♂️
What an incredible
#GDoCExpo
Direct, right?!🙌🏾So many fantastic games developed by amazing devs of color - we can't pick a fave! What are you most looking forward to?
Wishlist & buy all of your faves by checking out our Gradient Convergence Steam event:
There's still time to submit your application to show your game or speak at
#GDoCExpo
2021. Apply by April 15 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Game Submissions:
Speaker Submissions:
That's a wrap on
#GDoCExpo
2021! Attendees can look back on any of this weekend's talks at any time.
Ticket sales end at 10 PM:
Commemorate
#GDoCExpo
2021 with merch:
#GDoCExpo
2021 goes live TOMORROW, Sep 23 at 11 AM EST, and runs through Monday, Sep 27! Can't make it? Your ticket allows you to rewatch any talk, panel, or interview at any time.
Get a ticket:
Check out this year's lineup:
Now announcing... the first set of confirmed games (with many more to come)! The
#GDoCExpo
features up to 30 games from around the world.
#gamedev
🎫 Tickets & more info -
📣 See the list of games -
We're looking for a passionate, driven individual to join us as a part-time Social Media + Administrative Assistant! This person will help bring our social media strategy to life and highlight creators of color around the world. Learn more:
#hiring
Last call!
The deadline for
#GDoCExpo
2024 Speaker applications is tomorrow at 11:59pm.
We're looking for powerful talks that are entertaining, thought-provoking, deep dives into an interesting subject, explorations of how identity creates meaningful work and beyond.
Apply👇🏾
Today we'd like to share a talk from the late
@fahmitsu
, a beloved developer, community member, and friend.
This talk touches on his perspective of making your game feel like home, and how his team has worked to achieve this through their games.
Why do games need more unlikeable protagonists?
Louisa Atto (
@louisaonome_
) discusses why holding space for a change can make our characters, and by extension our stories - more impactful and three dimensional.
Hold space for a change!
#gdocexpo