We recently had the privilege of attending the HIT Games Conference in Berlin, which was the biggest offline B2B event of the brand. Roughly 1000 professionals from more than 50 countries attended last week. 

The Conference hosted an expo area with a few networking activities (Parties, Publisher Pitch, Investor Pitch & Dev Expo).

60+ speakers spoke at two stages covering the news, insights, and trends of the gaming market.

Strategic Keynotes: The conference commenced with a series of illuminating keynotes delivered by industry visionaries. These sessions not only provided valuable insights into the current gaming landscape but also offered a strategic outlook on the industry’s trajectory. As a company committed to staying at the forefront of innovation, these keynotes were instrumental in shaping our vision for the future.

Cutting-Edge Exhibitions: The exhibition floor was a dynamic showcase of technological prowess and creative brilliance. Our team had the opportunity to explore the latest hardware, software, and gaming peripherals that are poised to redefine the gaming experience. Engaging with these innovations will undoubtedly inspire our own development efforts and elevate our products to new heights.

Networking Opportunities: The HIT Games Conference was a networking haven, providing us with the chance to connect with industry leaders, fellow developers, and potential collaborators. Building these relationships is crucial for fostering innovation, and the conference facilitated an environment conducive to meaningful discussions and partnerships.

Industry Insights through Panels and Workshops: The conference delved into critical industry discussions through thought-provoking panel sessions and hands-on workshops. These deep-dives into various aspects of the gaming ecosystem equipped our team with valuable knowledge and strategies to navigate the evolving landscape. Learning from the experiences of industry experts will undoubtedly inform our decision-making processes moving forward.

Four Gamma Minus team members attended both Devcom and Gamescom last week in Cologne, Germany. Our participation was possible in part due to both GAME as well as the Creative Media Europe organization. 

For the past 5 months, we have been not only updating our Freshman title, Rough Justice:’84, but also working on the PlayStation, Xbox and Switch ports. All the while we have been jump-starting our Magnum Opus, Cold Comfort, as well as designing and prototyping two other unannounced titles. 

We attended a Rapid Pitch event organized by Xsolla, which allowed us to pitch one of our upcoming unannounced titles to a room full of investors and publishers. Events like these are great not only to get our name out and to elevate our company profile, but also to hone our pitching skills and verify our concepts. 

Additionally, we were pleased to have been invited to the Gamescom Invest Circle, which took place for the first time this year. The special pitch and matchmaking event brought together investors and game companies and offered a unique platform to network and exchange ideas.

Besides that, Gamma Minus was selected to showcase at the Creative Media Europe stand, where we were able to take a number of meetings and pitch our new projects.

One of the major highlights was that we were invited to the Epic Games Party, where we were able to meet members of the Epic MegaGrants team.

The Epic Games MegaGrant program has been a godsend. We were lucky enough to have received a MegaGrant for our first title Rough Justice: ’84, and without it, we wouldn’t have been able to have successfully released the game.

Last year we were in dire straits and didn’t have enough funds to continue the further development. It was looking pretty grim and I was about to lay off the whole team, and out of the blue we received an email stating that we had received the MegaGrant. Talk about a Hail Mary!

Besides the desperately needed cash injection, the benefits of being in the Epic ecosystem have helped to elevate Gamma Minus UG and given us much-needed exposure.

Needless to say, meeting some of the team members, actually putting a face to the program, and being able to thank him directly for the opportunity was cathartic.