SF Game Development BBQ
Where: Lindley Meadow - Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
The perfect chance to step away from the screens, grab a burger, and talk shop (or just chill) with the local dev community!
https://www.meetup.com/monthly-sf-game-development-community/events/314046370/
April SF Game Dev Social
Where: Rudi's Sports Bar & Restaurant, 3108 16th St, San Francisco, CA
This is a chance for game devs to meet each other and hang out in SF. No presentations, no corporate sponsors (ew). Bring business cards if you want, but be aware that this is more of a social than a stodgy networking event.
https://partiful.com/e/YbY4EV68r5VOpo8J4nws
Silicon Valley IGDA Meetup
Where: Mediterranean Grill House - 650 Castro St UNIT 110 · Mountain View, CA
Bring games in development or thoughts on game development and prepare to have interesting conversations!
We have space for some demos on laptops or other portable devices. Everyone is welcome including industry professionals, hobbyists, aspiring developers, etc.
First Fridays - Playtesting at the MADE!
Join The Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment on the first Friday of each month for The MADE Showcase! Drop by to try out some indie games and meet other local devs and gamers.
RSVP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-friday-nights-made-showcase-tickets-1648865774919?aff=oddtdtcreator
Developer Sign-Up HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhQcFwVcnb4KrD5htoaxVzAhluJsCBDy7XyEphBx_t12YXBQ/viewform?mc_cid=cb377b348d
BAD Collective GDC Meetup!
Just a casual meetup of BAD Collective folks during the middle of GDC week! Hang out and chat about GDC happenings, talk shop, share your latest project, get a bite to eat or some boba, and let’s have a good time!
Meeting at Yerba Buena Gardens, just outside the Metreon east side entrance, at the southernmost semicircular stone sitting area - see picture below. In case of weather, we will move to inside the Metreon, exact tables TBD - keep an eye out on our Discord!
East Bay Game Dev Meetup
21+. Informal game developer hangout at a pub. https://mailchi.mp/fb0445d7050e/feb-meetup-thu-26th-in-oakland
Unity X GLITCHED - Women in Game Dev Meetup
Join us to network with awesome game developers, make some friends, and enjoy playable games and art showcases from women creatives! Food and drinks will be provided!
The panel will be on reaching target audiences and how to work with publishers from speakers that are game advisors, consultants and have worked at PlayStation, Zynga, Niantic, and other studios!
@ Unity Offices, 116 Montgomery St., San Francisco
RSVP:
Playtesting and Pints @ The Detour SF
Our quarterly games showcase! Bring a game or prototype and get it tested by other developers AND members of the public! Or come to just play games and hang out with some rad people! Venue is also an arcade bar with food and drink! (Signed-up developers may receive some related perks)
RSVP HERE: https://luma.com/sojagr7x
Developers, sign-up to showcase here: https://forms.gle/eD3Ku3c6UaNM2FWp6
Games in any stage of development are welcome! Table spaces available on a first come, first-served basis.
Northeastern University Games and XR Industry Symposium
A day filled with exciting presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities in the gaming and XR industry. Whether you're a seasoned professional, faculty or a student, this event is perfect for anyone looking to dive deeper into the world of gaming and extended reality.
You will hear from industry and academia experts, connect with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and challenges shaping the future of gaming, XR, and AI.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bay-area-games-and-xr-industry-symposium-2026-tickets-1980492843408
IGDA Silicon Valley Meetup
Networking with game developers from all kinds of backgrounds! (And free food!) https://www.meetup.com/igda-silicon-valley/events/313108760/
Hearts and High Scores
A professional panel discussion on narrative design for romance and friendships in games, crafting of valentines, and a networking mixer! Even a chance to win a GDC pass! What’s not to LOVE about this?
Happening at the MADE in Downtown Oakland. <3
RSVP:
https://luma.com/5cxkz7k2?tk=BP6eFT
Oakland First Fridays Showcase @ The MADE
Show off a game or prototype or come play some from the community! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-friday-nights-made-showcase-tickets-1648865774919?aff=oddtdtcreator
IGDA Silicon Valley Monthly Meetup!
https://www.meetup.com/igda-silicon-valley/events/310734479/
First Fridays Game Showcase at The MADE
https://www.meetup.com/eastbaygamedevs/events/310771607/
Submit your game to showcase with THIS FORM!
IGDA SF: Park Meet and Greet
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/igda-sf-park-meet-greet-tickets-1598008659919
Playtesting and Pints!
About the Event
WHERE: The Detour, 2200A Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114
https://maps.app.goo.gl/nUbMU126KsA8o7me9
WHAT: A selection of independently developed games from our community will be available for play at designated tables in the venue! Come show your support for your local indie creators and get a chance to try what could potentially be the "next big thing" early! There is also plenty of traditional arcade gaming action, food, drinks, and fun to be had at The Detour - so stick around, have a drink (non-alcoholic options if you prefer), and maybe even a game or two on us! ;)
DEVELOPERS: If you'd like to showcase your game, please fill out [Form Coming Soon] for consideration. Games at any stage of development are welcome - new releases and prototypes and everything in between!