GDC – Festival of Gaming 2027 takes place 1–5 March 2027 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, bringing together thousands of developers, artists, publishers, marketers, business leaders, and technology partners from across the global games industry. The Festival offers five days of deep‑dive learning, hands‑on exploration, and strategic networking, with more than 700 sessions, workshops, and summits covering game design, engineering, production, business strategy, AI workflows, community growth, and the future of global game development. 

The 2027 edition introduces major upgrades, including a dedicated Business Hall at Moscone West for meetings, partnerships, pitches, and deal‑making, plus expanded pass options such as Business Hall Only, Festival Hall Only, and 1‑Day Career access. Attendees can explore new tools and technologies, connect with publishers and investors, meet hiring teams, and participate in GDC Nights and the GDC Awards. With flexible ways to attend and programming shaped by community feedback, GDC 2027 delivers a future‑focused, career‑building experience for professionals at every level.

Organiser: Game Developers Conference (GDC) / Informa Tech
Average Pass Price: Festival Pass: $499

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