Every great story has a final page, and it is with a heavy heart that we share that SXSW Sydney has reached its closing chapter and will not be returning in 2026.
Thank you to everyone who has supported SXSW Sydney over the last three years.
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Read more here www.sxswsydney.com
We are excited to share the nominees for our WINGS Award at @sxswsydney.com 2025!!! ๐ฅ๐
This award highlights OUTSTANDING games led by women & other gender marginalised devs ๐ฎ
and here are the 5 amazing nominees!
Donโt miss your chance to see PlayStationโs next epic in action - secure your SXSW Sydney Pass today ๐ www.sxswsydney.com/attend
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๐ฎ See Ghost of Yลtei come alive at SXSW Sydney!
Join Rob Davis, Campaign Director at Sucker Punch Productions, for a live one-hour PS5 gameplay session, complete with behind-the-scenes insights into combat, missions, design and storytelling - all spoiler-free. ๐
SXSW Sydney runs 13-19 October and I am so proud to have been part of the screen team this year alongside some of the best programmers/people in the country.
Check out the full lineup via @sxswsydney.com, but if you are wondering where to start here's some titles I went cuckoo-bananas for ๐งต
Invite the whole office!
We've been cooking up something very cool... I'm beyond excited to be able to share the news about the Endless Dunegon live tour, and announce Brennan Lee Mulligan as the Games Keynote at @sxswsydney.com.
The mind behind Dimension 20, Critical Roleโs next Dungeon Master, and nowโฆ your SXSW Sydneyยฎ 2025 Games Keynote Speaker ๐ฒ
Hear from one of the most imaginative storytellers in games and a master of collaborative play, @brennanleemulligan.bsky.social
Secure your pass here bit.ly/4lTXvw4
๐จOnly 3 days left!
Save up to $100! On your SXSW Sydney 2025 Pass before prices rise after Sept 4.
Donโt miss out, secure your pass or wristband now here www.sxswsydney.com/attend
Find out more about this session and other unmissable events at SXSW Sydney 2025 ๐ www.sxswsydney.com/games-showcase
Join Future Stories creators Guy Lobwein & Professor Michael Balfour as they discuss their experience creating virtual reality worlds designed by children in end of life care ๐
Using VR headsets this team builds creative & expansive worlds collaborating with the children, their parents & hospital.
๐ฒ The Official SXSW Sydney app has landed!
Itโs time to build your personal schedule, discover the sessions, showcases and start connecting with like-minded attendees.
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Join games experts Jen MacLean, Ben Armstrong, Professor Marcus Carter and Kieran Donovan at SXSW Sydney this year, asking the pressing question - are you raising a gamer or a monster?
Secure your pass today ๐https://www.sxswsydney.com/games-industry
Games are everywhere, and our kids are playing them.
But as parents and developers, are we truly prepared to guide them through the digital worlds we create and consume? This thought-provoking panel explores what it means to be an ethical developer and an informed consumer - especially as a parent.
Get ready to level up at the SXSW Sydney 90 Minute Game School! ๐ฎ
A rapid-fire crash course for indie developers covering everything they didnโt teach you in game dev school. From creative intention and team communication to data, finance, art, and pitching. โ
Interested? Apply here ๐ sxswsydney.fillout.com/t/9Pc3LbiKHBus
Note: Mentorship sessions are available to Pro and Platinum Pass holders only. ๐๏ธ
You'll have the chance to:
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Practice pitching your upcoming game
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Master communication and leadership skills
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Explore trends & discover alternative game dev methods
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Deep dive into design and development strategies
Join the SXSW Sydney Games Mentorship Program and learn from international experts in the games industry, like Jon! ๐
Donโt miss your chance to apply! All studios are eligible and can apply online with an Expression of Interest to participate in the VIP Event.
Apply here sxswsydney.fillout.com/t/vdmotsjATbus
Please note: Studios must have a Pro Pass to attend this event. #sxswsydney
The Games Investment Forum offers meaningful access to the people who can help make it happen. All studios are eligible and can apply online with an Expression of Interest to participate in the VIP Event. Apply here bit.ly/4lndvq9 Please note: Studios must have a Pro Pass to attend this event.
The SXSW Sydney Games Festival is back โ 120+ games from 38+ countries, dev commentary sessions, big industry convos & pro dev/networking built in. Itโs not just a showcase, itโs where the future of games is being built.
๐ฎ Read more bit.ly/3HiRjzp
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๐๐๐SXSW Sydney's Annual Game Jam is here!!! This year's theme is SNAKE. Make a game between now and September 4th for your chance to win 2x Games Pro Passes to attend the festival and showcase your creation.
Join the jam here! itch.io/jam/snakejam
#indiedev #gamedev
Our Mentorship Program Applications Close Soon!
Get 1:1 mentoring with experts, Connect and expand your network, Learn relevant business skills to develop your studios, Practice pitching your games to experienced mentors.
Apply here before 10 August 2025 bit.ly/46o7R3m
Taipei Game Show 2026 applications are open for indie devs! Apply for booths in the B2B Zone or Indie House (B2C), and enter the Indie Game Award. Connect with players, media, publishers, and global partners at one of Asiaโs top games events.
Learn more: tgs.tca.org.tw/index_e.php
We're bringing Taipei to Sydney! ๐ฎ Discover a curated selection of standout games presented by Taipei Game Showโonly at SXSW Sydney 2025. Play exclusive Taiwanese indies and see why this region is a rising star in global game creativity.
The WINGS Award is back for SXSW Sydney 2025!
Theย WINGS Awardย highlights outstanding games with women and other gender marginalized developers in key positions. The chosen winner receives aย 2000โฌ prize.
2024 WINGS Award winner was @imissmyfriends.bsky.social for their ourstanding title Fishbowl
Timeโs almost up! Last chance to submit your game for the SXSW Sydney 2025 Games Showcase. ๐น๏ธ
Donโt miss your chance to be part of the next wave of gaming.
Submit before itโs too late โฐ
www.sxswsydney.com/participate/...
XR+ submissions are closing tomorrow. โณ
Whether itโs VR, AR, or something in between, this is your moment. Itโs your final chance to submit. Apply through the link below. โฌ๏ธ
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๐ XR + immersive storytellers: 2 days left to submit!
Show us how youโre pushing tech, story & interaction.
๐ Apply via the link below.
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