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Hamburg Games Conference releases program for March 1 & 2: 30+ speakers, expo, pitch competition, matchmaking & networking

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An extensive program as well as the ideal opportunity for matchmaking with the German and international games industry awaits guests of the 14th Hamburg Games Conference on March 1 & 2. The main track focuses on the topic “Invest in Games”, a second track offers talks on dev, start-up, and financing topics. The complete program overview can be found on the conference website. Newly confirmed program highlights include the opening keynote by Stephanie Marchand (Behaviour Interactive, Canada), as well as panel discussions on salary transparency, M&A trends, marketing, and work for hire. Tickets for the Hamburg Games Conference 2023 are available online.

How do a strong culture and a balanced strategy help Canada’s largest indie studio with over 1,000 employees to successfully operate in the market as an independent player after 30 years? This question will be the focus of Stephanie Marchand‘s (VP Production at Behaviour Interactive) keynote titled “Behaviour Interactive – 30 years of independence and loving it!”, which will kick off the conference.

Overall, the Hamburg Games Conference is again strengthening its international relevance this year: Among the conference guests are numerous decision-makers from the international games industry, represented by companies such as MTG, InnoGames, Endava, Humble Bundle, Behaviour Interactive, Assemble Entertainment, DDM, BLN Capital or Exit Games / Photon Engine.

New talks and three panel discussions for main track “Invest in Games”

For the main track on “Invest in Games”, moderated by Prof. Dr. Christian Rauda (GRAEF Rechtsanwälte), talks by Matthew Short (Managing Director of investment bank Aream & Co.) on the development of the games market in the light of M&A deals and consolidation, and by Christopher Chancey (Founder & CEO ManaVoid Entertainment & Co-Founder Indie Asylum) on the successful concept of the indie accelerator he co-founded have been added to the schedule.

Three new panel discussions with seasoned experts and notable industry personnel promise valuable insights and exciting discussions:

Arnd Benninghoff (EVP of Gaming at MTG), Janosch Kühn (founder of BLN Capital), Ole Schaper (CTO at Sviper) will discuss the topic “M&A in the Games Industry: Current Market Trends and Outlook for 2023 and Beyond”. The panel will be moderated by Shum Singh (Managing Director and Founder of Agnitio Capital).

In the HR panel “Money Talks – We talk money”, moderated by Spiegel editor Florian Gontek, Dr. Andreas Lieb (HR Director at InnoGames), Alexander Krug (CEO of Softgames), Susan J. Moldenhauer (career coach, consultant, and author) and Steffen Behn (CEO at celebrate company) will exchange views on the topic of salary transparency.

Furthermore, Thorsten Hamdorf (Director Publisher Relations at Jung von Matt Nerd), Nikolas Angerstein (Deputy Managing Director at MSM.digital), Dirk Ludewig (CEO of NerdStar) and John-Dustin Martin (Founder & CEO of 1UP Management) will examine the challenges of games marketing in the post-pandemic era together.

Additionally, DZ Bank will contribute an exclusive workshop titled “Crafting your equity story: Show investors that you are a gem” to the program.

Further new talks and program items in the second conference track

The agenda for the second conference track on dev, startup and funding topics was extended as well: Jasmin Pfeiffer (Co-Founder of DigiTales Interactive) will recap game design and writing of the indie hit Lacuna, Ata Sergey Nowak (Managing Director of Torpor Games) will report on learnings from porting their award-winning game Souzerain, and freelance tech artist Casilda de Zulueta will give insights into the highs and lows of turning your passion into a source of income.

An overview of the funding landscape in Hamburg and opportunities for young studios offers a talk by James Rucks and Clemens Runge (founders of Soapbox Interactive), and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Protection will give a presentation on federal computer games funding.

An additional panel discussion with, among others, representatives from Endava and indie studio THREAKS will address the topic “Work for Hire”.

A special opportunity for indie studios is the “Pitch Royal“, where developers can present their projects in front of a jury of publishers (among others, Catherine Bygrave, Director Publishing, Strategy & Growth at Humble Games, Jerome Zenker, Business Development Manager at Assemble Entertainment, and Philipp Döschl, Co-Founder and Executive Producer at FDG Entertainment) as well as the organization team of the Indie Arena Booth to win a free spot at the joint booth at gamescom.

Networking, matchmaking, get-together and expo area round off the program

In addition to the extensive talks and panel schedule, networking and matchmaking are a focus of the Hamburg Games Conference. For the first time since 2020, the organizers Gamecity Hamburg and GRAEF Rechtsanwälte together with the executing event agency Super Crowd Entertainment will hold the conference as a 100% on-site event. Also, there will be two days of on-site program for the first time in the conference’s history.

To effectively broaden their networks, conference guests can use the digital matchmaking tool MeetToMatch to find valuable new contacts already ahead of the conference and schedule in-person meetings in the conference’s business area. The get-together on the evening of the first conference day will additionally be an ideal opportunity to network in a relaxed atmosphere.

On both days of the conference, (indie) studios and service providers from the games sector will present themselves to the conference audience in the Expo Area.

Conference tickets available online

Tickets for the Hamburg Games Conference 2023 are available for purchase.

The business ticket for 299 euros includes access to the two-day conference program as well as the opportunity to arrange meetings with other conference guests and make valuable new contacts via the digital matchmaking system MeetToMatch.

Start-up tickets are available exclusively for small enterprises and start-up companies. They allow participation in the entire conference program as well as use of MeetToMatch at the discounted price of 149 euros.

Students can participate in the conference program for 25 euros.

All current information on the Hamburg Games Conference is available on the website.

George Miller (Gyorgy Molnar) started his career in content marketing and has started working as an Editor/Content Manager for our company in 2016. George has acquired many experiences when it comes to interviews and newsworthy content becoming Head of Content in 2017. He is responsible for the news being shared on multiple websites that are part of the European Gaming Media Network.

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S8UL Esports Unveils Power-Packed Call of Duty: Mobile Roster, sets its sights on national and international CODM glory

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This strategic move underscores S8UL’s unwavering commitment to expanding its presence across diverse video gaming titles

S8UL Esports, a global name in esports and gaming content, is thrilled to make its mark in the Call of Duty: Mobile (CODM) competitive scene with a formidable lineup of battle-hardened veterans. This new roster is primed to take on the best in the world and solidify S8UL’s position as a powerhouse in CODM esports.

The new S8UL CODM roster features:

  • Zeel Patel (Neutrino)
  • Samruddha Ghadge (SAMs)
  • Samartha Ghadge (JOKOs)
  • Rishi Dubey (Trunks)
  • Glenn Varshan (Ghost)
  • Chiranthan Shetty (BurnZ) – Team Coach

The roster boasts an enviable mix of experience, firepower, and tactical prowess. Neutrino and Trunks, in particular, have already made history by being part of their earlier lineup that secured a runner-up finish at the Call of Duty: Mobile World Championship 2023. Their journey to the grand final included a defining 3-2 victory over North American giants Luminosity Gaming, highlighted by a spectacular 7-0 sweep on Meltdown in the decisive Search and Destroy match, one of the most memorable moments in Indian CODM esports history.

Commenting on the team’s latest foray into CODM, Animesh Agarwal, Co-Founder of S8UL, said: “At S8UL, our vision has always been clear—whenever we enter a title, we aim to set the stage on fire, not just nationally but globally. CODM is no different. We’ve built a team we have immense confidence in, and I look forward to supporting them in reaching their full potential. This is an exciting new chapter for us, and we can’t wait to make our mark.”

With a squad filled with veterans who have competed at the highest levels of CODM, S8UL is ready to shake up the competitive landscape. The team will be making its debut in upcoming high-stakes tournaments, setting its sights on national and international championships and bringing laurels for the country.

“Joining S8UL is a massive opportunity for all of us. With the organization’s backing and vision, we have everything we need to push our limits, refine our strategies, and take on the toughest competition. We have the experience, the hunger, and the skill to compete with the best in the world, and we can’t wait to prove it on the battlefield and make the country proud on the global CODM stage,” said Zeel Patel aka Neutrino, IGL

Recently, S8UL made headlines by announcing its expansion into VALORANT with a star-studded roster, reinforcing its ambitions in the FPS competitive scene. S8UL Esports, renowned for its dominance in both competitive gaming and content creation, has already made waves in titles like Pokémon UNITE. With multiple Esports Awards and MOBIES wins to its name, the organization continues to expand its presence in the global gaming scene. The addition of a high-caliber CODM roster marks another significant step in its esports journey, reinforcing its commitment to elevating Indian esports on the world stage.

As S8UL Esports embarks on this exciting new chapter, the organization remains steadfast in its mission to set new benchmarks and create unforgettable moments in the world of esports. Stay tuned as S8UL Esports prepares to unleash its Call of Duty: Mobile roster onto the competitive circuit, with one mission in mind—victory.

 

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ITL Spain welcomes new Customer Support Advisor

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Innovative Technology Ltd. (ITL) are pleased to welcome Àlex Ventura Vilalta Customer Support Advisor, to their operations in Barcelona, Spain.

Àlex’s role is to provide first line customer support and advice to ITL’s customers in the region. The company has two main divisions; cash validation equipment and age & identity verification technology.

Commenting on ITL’s latest appointment, Bohke Otten, Senior Support Engineer for ITL said, “I am delighted to welcome Àlex to the team. He brings extensive help desk experience from previous roles so is accustomed to providing excellent customer service and solving technical problems. Àlex is already proving to be a key part of the support team and he has a fantastic rapport with our customers. His appointment further strengthens our ability to provide customers with a local, dedicated contact for technical assistance and advice.”

Commenting on his new role with ITL Àlex said, “In September 2024, I had the privilege of joining Innovative Technology as Customer Support Advisor for the Spanish market. I was attracted to ITL by its rich history, innovative cash validation products and forward-looking vision. I am working with various products such as the NV22S, Spectral Payout and SMART Coin System offering support to both retail and gaming customers ensuring that each interaction is positive and productive. I attended my first ITL exhibition, ICE Gaming in Barcelona, at the beginning of the year which was a great experience and enabled me to meet some of our customers face-to-face. I have always been fascinated by technology and how it can transform the way we do things and enjoy helping customers overcome technical challenges, so I am very excited to be part of this great team.”

Concluding Bohke said. “With an educational background in systems, networks and application development, Àlex has the technical expertise and knowledge to maintain the high level of customer support that our customers are familiar with. He values the importance of precision and efficiency in customer service and is a real asset to the team. I look forward to working with him to further develop our business, continuing to provide our customers with first-rate technical support.”

 

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kwiff sponsors Millwall FC for FA Cup Clash with Crystal Palace

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kwiff, the super-charged sports betting service, is proud to sponsor Millwall FC in their FA Cup tie against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park  tomorrow.

The game will be broadcast live on BBC One, presenting a prime opportunity to showcase the kwiff brand to a nationwide audience. This sponsorship aligns with kwiff’s ongoing mission to raise brand awareness across the UK and Ireland, bringing its Supercharged betting experience to more punters than ever before.

Tomorrow’s clash will be the eighth time the two sides have met in the FA Cup, with the Lions edging the head-to-head by four games to three.

Director of Acquisition at kwiff, Garry McGibbon, said: “We at kwiff are very pleased to partner with Millwall FC before their upcoming FA Cup clash at the weekend. We’ll have our fingers crossed The Lions can Supercharge their way into the next Round!”

“We’re delighted to have kwiff on board for this weekend’s FA Cup Fifth Round tie against Crystal Palace,” added James Voisey, The Lions’ Head of Commercial. “The guys have been brilliant in throwing their support behind us, so here’s hoping they bring us luck and they’re on the winning side!”

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