DevGAMM Lisbon confirms more speakers and special guest John Romero

Two days packed with sessions, workshops, games, the newly added Speed Networking, VIP activities, a Meet Greet with the “DOOM Guy” and much more! – Last call to submit games for the Showcase and DevGAMM Awards with its $100k prize pool

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September 23, 2024

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[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]

DevGAMM :

Bellevue, WA, September 23, 2024 – The international game development conference DevGAMM is preparing in full swing for their second edition in Portugal, taking place on November 14-15. With the legendary creator of DOOM, John Romero, headlining DevGAMM Lisbon 2024 and incredible professionals from Rovio, IO Interactive, Scopely, Massive Entertainment, Guerilla and other companies from around the world, the conference presents a line-up packed with sessions, panels, workshops and more. Details: https://devgamm.com/lisbon2024/

Known as the "father of first-person shooters", with over 130 games to his name, including DOOM, Wolfenstein 3D, and Quake, John Romero is a true icon in the industry. At DevGAMM, Romero’s diving into the story behind DOOM in his keynote “DOOM: The Game That Changed Games”, sharing rare footage, behind-the-scenes stories, and all the highs and lows of creating a game that changed the industry forever.

Apart from the keynote speech, there will be a Meet & Greet with John Romero, where he’ll be signing copies of his new autobiography DOOM Guy.

Attendees can also look forward to great panel discussions, such as “Next-Gen Brazil: Unlocking the Future of Your Game Business” with local games business specialists and representatives of gamescom LATAM, numerous workshops ranging from go-to-market strategies, character crafting and technical assessments to tips for freelance work in the gaming industry. The recently added Speed Networking will allow attendees to quickly introduce themselves to as many people as possible. Business ticket holders will additionally receive access to the networking platform MeetToMatch where they easily can browse attendees, manage their schedule, and plan meetings at the conference venue. VIP ticket holders will be invited to some limited and unique networking experiences.

The DevGAMM Awards is a prestigious game developers competition aimed to celebrate and recognize excellence in games. With a prize pool of $100,000 in real cash and additional nominations and prizes from sponsors, it offers a remarkable opportunity for emerging talents. Developers can also apply for the large Game Showcase, on-stage Public Pitch, and a Steam Event – all perfect opportunities to present their projects in front of industry executives, major publishers, and investors.

Game submissions for all activities, including the DevGAMM Awards and Game Showcase, are open only until September 30! Interested team can apply here: https://devgamm.com/awards2024/
First confirmed judges include:

DevGAMM Conference is returning to Cascais and The Oitavos Luxury Hotel for its second Lisbon edition on November 14-15, 2024.
Last year DevGAMM Lisbon welcomed more than 600 attendees from 44 countries, and with a 60% ratio of decision-makers, DevGAMM is the perfect event for business. With 50 learning sessions hosted last year, 60 showcased games, and 341 companies present during the conference, DevGAMM Lisbon aims to get even bigger this year! Get ready for a refined gamedev experience by the Atlantic Ocean. Discover the best of Portugal through exclusive opportunities, private dining, and parties with extraordinary networking. Tickets: https://devgamm.com/lisbon2024/ticket/

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About DevGAMM
DevGAMM game development conference is a US-registered company headquartered in Bellevue, WA. Originating in Ukraine in 2008, the team now operates 100% remotely, collaborating from eight different countries around the world.
DevGAMM has been uniting game industry professionals from Eastern Europe and beyond for over 15 years now. Each conference features multiple networking opportunities, heavy-packed content by top speakers, new games from all over the world, and so much more.
For more information, visit the official website or connect with the team through the official channels: Facebook, LinkedIn, Discord, Instagram, Twitter.

Press contact
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