NZ Game Developers Conference 2026
Welcome to NZGDC 2026, New Zealand’s premier gathering for game developers, creatives, and interactive storytellers.
Bringing together industry leaders, emerging talent, and passionate enthusiasts, NZGDC is where ideas spark, skills grow, and the future of game development takes shape. Join us for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and meaningful connections that celebrate the vibrant and evolving games community across Aotearoa and beyond.
NZGDC
30 SEPT - 3 OCT
AUCKLAND
NZ
SHAPING OUR WORLD
NZGDC 30 SEPT - 3 OCT AUCKLAND NZ SHAPING OUR WORLD
NZGDC Theme:
Shaping Our World
Shaping Our World is about recognising our shared responsibility as creators. The games and experiences we build don’t exist in isolation - they reflect our values, our choices, and the communities behind them.
Built together and shaped with purpose, this conference celebrates intentional creation, collaboration, and the imperfect, human process of making worlds that matter.
If you would like to join us as a speaker, applications are now open. Click here to submit your proposal.
SPONSORS
Interested in sponsoring NZGDC 2026? We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch to explore partnership opportunities and support the premier game development event in New Zealand. Contact Joy Keene, Executive Director, NZGDA at joy@nzgda.com to find out more.
