DEVELOP:NORTH 2024
Develop:North 2024
LIVERPOOL IS SET TO BE THE HEART OF THE UK GAMES INDUSTRY THIS YEAR AS IT PROUDLY HOSTS DEVELOP:NORTH 2024 ON NOVEMBER 14TH AT THE SPINE.
Bringing together creative minds, developers, and industry leaders, this landmark event promises to inspire, connect, and help propel our nation’s games development sector forward.
With expert talks and invaluable networking opportunities, Develop:North 2024 is designed for everyone in games development, from established professionals to emerging talent.
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Inspire and Shape the Future of Games Development -
Discover How to Build a People-First Future in Games -
Survive & Thrive: Navigate Games Studio Challenges -
Boost Teamwork: Create Custom Unity Tools
Attendees can expect high-profile speakers from leading UK studios, including Liverpool’s very own Wushu Studios, along with a series of Fringe Events, developed by Liverpool City Region to celebrate and enhance the event.
With Liverpool’s thriving gaming scene on full display, Develop:North 2024 presents a unique opportunity to gain insights, share knowledge, and explore potential new collaborations.
Be part of a game-changing event that puts innovation, growth, and the future of the industry at its core. Book your place now to showcase your talent, make connections, and help define the next chapter in game development.
Read more about Liverpool City Region’s public and private sector’s excited reaction to hosting Develop:North 2024 HERE.
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Develop:North 2024 is a leading UK Games Development event. -
Supported by Liverpool City Council's Business Support Service. -
Delivering insight, inspiration and networking.
Develop:North 2024 is created and developed by Tandem Events, a leading event organiser specialising in conferences and exhibitions for the creative, digital, and gaming sectors. With over 30 years of experience, Tandem Events is known for producing industry-renowned events, including the Develop and now Develop:North conferences, which attract top talent and companies from around the world.
FRINGE EVENTS
Join us in Liverpool for a series of exciting fringe events that blend insight and fun, kicking off Wednesday, November 13th.
LET’S GO LIVERPOOL: INDIE GAME DEVELOPMENT & THE IMPORTANCE OF AUTHENTICITY
2:30pm at One Fine Day (TBC)
Discover the journey of indie game developers in Liverpool through two engaging panel discussions, with a focus on authenticity and empowering women in the gaming industry.
WELCOME TO LIVERPOOL MIXER
5pm, hosted by Sony PlayStation
Enjoy a relaxed introduction to the city while mingling with fellow delegates.
GAME AUDIO LIVERPOOL MEET-UP
7pm at Pixel Bar
Connect with industry professionals in an informal setting. Tickets available via Eventbrite. BOOK HERE
STAND UP FOR GAMES AID
7:30pm at Hot Water Comedy Club
A charity comedy night featuring top comedic talent. BOOK HERE
GLOBAL GAMING LEGACY
Liverpool has been ground-breaking and innovating in the games industry for more than 40 years, delivering:
- Global Impact: The city has produced iconic games such as Need for Speed: Unbound, Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, and Horizon Call of the Mountain.
- Industry Collaborations: Liverpool studios work with global giants like Sony, EA, and Disney, and are at the forefront of using immersive technologies, from social VR experiences to pioneering healthcare solutions.
- Talent and Growth: Liverpool is home to more than 50 active games companies, making it one of the top 10 UK employment clusters for gaming, with a strong pipeline of creative talent.
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Taskmaster VR by Liverpool's Scallywag Arcade, a Draw & Code studio -
PlayStation VR Worlds, developed by Liverpool's Firesprite Studios -
The Queen’s Gambit Chess – Developed by Liverpool's Ripstone Studios
Develop:North 2024 will help delegates to gain insights into the latest trends in game development through expert-led sessions, covering cutting-edge tech like AI and virtual production.
It will provide opportunities to network with industry leaders from both independent studios and major companies, fostering collaboration on innovative projects.
Additionally, delegates will explore key topics such as creative storytelling and the future of player engagement, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Don’t miss out—book your place at Develop:North 2024 today! Visit developconference.com/north to find out more and secure your place.
Develop:North 2024 is supported by Liverpool City Council’s Business Support Service through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, with the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority as the lead authority.