Get ready for another epic marathon of partying!
GDCE and Gamescom are right around the corner and the afterhours scene is evolving into a carnival of fun-filed fan fests complete with tons of Bavarian beer and schnitzel.
From partying with the Saints Row sinners in an ancient monastery to hanging out with the wild spaceship pilots and DUST mercs of CCP, it's all eyes on Germany next week.
Pocket Gamer will be there with three epic events for the mobile game community.
Our kick-off Mixer on Monday night features a panel of industry thought leaders from King, Grand Cru, Everyplay, Papaya and Immersion.
Then on Tuesday, Pocket Gamer delivers the Big Pitch sponsored by Sega and Apmetrix as devs speed date the world's leading mobile game journos and give it their all to become the next breakout hit.
And of course, Tuesday night it's Pocket Gamer's massive GDCE party sponsored by NativeX and Creative Mobile spinning out of control with fun and games all night long.
Below is a guide to get you started. Watch for updates as parties continue to add.
Know of a party that should be on the list? Please send details to martine.paris [at] pocketgamer.co.uk
Monday 19 August
What: Pocket Gamer Mobile Mixer sponsored by PapayaMobile, Everyplay, Immersion, King and Grand Cru
When: Monday 19 August, 6:30-9:30pm
Where: Hyatt Regency Cologne, 2A Kennedy-Ufer, 50679 Cologne
How: http://pgmixercologne.eventbrite.co.uk
Cost: Free
More Info: Mix it up with mobile gaming's hottest companies while enjoying hosted cocktails and hearty appetizers. Chris James, Steel Media's MD moderates an illustrious panel with Tommy Palm, King's games guru, Thorbjorn Warin, CMO of Grand Cru, Mike Masuku of SEGA, Oscar Clark of Everplay, and Chris Hanage of PapayaMobile.
What: GDC Opening Night Party sponsored by Crytek
When: Monday 19 August, 8pm-1am
Where: Restaurant Rheinterrassen, Rheinparkweg 1
How:
http://www.gdceurope.com/events/partiesnetworking.html
Cost: GDC Badge required
More Info: Relax, chat & network with game developers from around the world.
What: Respawn BBQ sponsored by Google and HandyGames
When: Monday 19 August, 8pm-1am
Where: AbenteuerHallenKALK Christian-Sunner-Strasse 8, 51103 Koln
How: http://respawngathering.com/sched#year=2013&month=8&day=19&view=agendaDay
Cost: Respawn ticket
More Info: The ultimate unconference, where devs present unconventional lectures at open theme islands, will be hosting the ultimate BBQ with Bavarian beer and more.
Tuesday 20 August
What: Pocket Gamer Big Indie Pitch sponsored by SEGA and Apmetrix
When: Tuesday 20 August, 5-8pm
Where: Kunstbar, Chargesheimerplatz 1, 50667 Cologne
How: http://bigindiepitch.eventbrite.co.uk
Cost: Free
More Info: More Info: journos for coverage. In an exciting round robin, devs go table to table showing off their games. Which one will be the next breakout hit? Spectate, participate, and enjoy drinks and bites. A redux of the wildly popular Big Pitch that took place at GDC that featured press from Pocket Gamer, 148Apps, IGN, Gamezebo, Touch Arcade, Slide To Play, TUAW, Touchgen and App Advice.
What: Pocket Gamer GDCE Party sponsored by NativeX and Creative Mobile
When: Tuesday 20 August, 8pm - LATE
Where: Alter Wartesaal, 11 Johanniistrabe, 50668 Cologne
How: http://pgpartycologne.eventbrite.co.uk
Cost: Free
More Info: Party with NativeX and Creative Mobile over German beers, tasty treats, and fun and games all night long.
Wednesday, 21 August
What: iQU Mixer
When: Wednesday August 21, 4:30pm
Where: Koelnmesse, Hall 4.1 Booth B027
How: https://www.facebook.com/events/374985912627972
Cost: Free
More Info: Tunes, drinks, food - happy hour on the show floor!
What: UOL BoaCompra Brazilian Cocktail Party
When: Wednesday August 21, 5pm
Where: Koelnmesse, Hall 4.1 Booth A60
How: Just show up and enjoy!
Cost: Free
More Info: Mobile bar on the show floor serving up Brazilian-themed cocktails like Caipirinhas, Cuba Libres and Ipanemas.
What: Rovio and PlayHaven Happy Hour
When: Wednesday, 21 August, 6pm
Where: The Corkonian Irish Pub
How: https://rovioxplayhaven.eventbrite.co.uk
Cost: Free
More Info: Drinks and details on the recently launched Rovio Stars publishing program
What: InMobi Mobile Mingle
When: Wednesday, August 21, 7:30pm
Where: Shepheard Bar, Rathenauplatz 5, 50674 Koln
How: http://www.inmobi.com/upcoming-events/events/gamescom-mobile-mingle/
Cost: Free, RSVP to claire.owen@inmobi.com
More Info: Cocktails and networking
What: Saints Row IV Release Party
When: Wednesday 21 August, 8-11:30pm
Where: Wolkenburg, Mauritiussteinweg 59, Koln 50676
How: http://www.gamescom-party.com
Cost: Invite only
More Info: Saints Row sinners take over this baroque monastery for all the mayhem and debauchery one can handle. Hail to the chief, it's President Night! Expect a crazy party with food, drinks and sounds.
What: Ubisoft's Uplay Fan Party
When: Wednesday 21 August
Where: Koelnmesse, Hall 6 A021
How: Invite Only
Cost: Free
More Info: Get hands-on after-hours with Watch Dogs, Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Blacklist, Rayman Legends, The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot, Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag and more.
Thursday 22 August
What: UOL BoaCompra Brazilian Cocktail Party
When: Thursday August 22, 5pm
Where: Koelnmesse, Hall 4.1 Booth A60
How: Open to the public till capacity
Cost: Free
More Info: Mobile bar on the show floor serving up Brazilian-themed cocktails like Caipirinhas, Cuba Libres and Ipanemas.
What: Paymentwall Kolnification Party Cruise
When: Thursday 22 August 6pm Boarding, 6:30-9pm
Where: Hohenzollern Bridge Cologne, Left Bank (Rhine)
Ship Name: Colonia 6
How: http://paymentwall.com/events/gamescom-kolnification
Cost: FREE, request invite from events@paymentwall.com
More Info: Hop aboard Paymentwall's Party Cruise down the Rhine River with Koln Beer, Sausages, Underberg and party dancers Kolnification style. Baywatch and Miami Vice attire requested. Allow ten minutes for taxi ride to dock.
What: Summer Samba Dinner Party
When: Thursday, August 22, 7pm-12:30am
Where: Rodizio Koln, Maybachstrasse 22, 50670 Koln Zentrum
How: http://boacompragamescomparty-SRCH.eventbrite.com
Cost: Invite only
More Info: Samba dancing, mouthwatering Brazilian cuisine and an array of Brazilian-themed cocktails
Friday 23 August
What: Wargaming Community Party
When: Friday 23 August, 8pm - Midnight
Where: Gedankengut Bar & Restaurant, Roonstrasse 88, 50674 Koln
How: http://worldoftanks.eu/en/news/46/gamescom-community-party
Cost: Free
More Info: World of Tanks players gather for drinks, food and good times.
What: Curse WildStar Party
When: Friday August 23, 8pm-midnight
Where: Marriott Koln, Tunnes Ballroom
How: http://www.wildstar-online.com/uk/news/wildstar_heads_to_gamescom_and_pax_prime.php
Cost: No ticket required, first ones in to the capacity of the venue
More Info: Food, drinks & playtime!
What: CCP Party
When: Friday 23 August, 9pm - 2am
Where: Bauwerk Koln, 73 Dillenburger StraBe, 51105 Cologne
How: http://ccpgamescom2013.eventbrite.com
Cost: Free, VIP pass available for expedited entry and CCP tee
More Info: DJ, drinks, dev meet and greet. Party with spaceship pilots and DUST mercs. It's always a good time with CCP!
What: XMG Friday Night Party
When: Friday 23 August, 9pm
Where: Koelnmesse, Hall 8 Booth BO10
How: https://m.facebook.com/events/501696409914508
Cost: Free
More Info: DJs failphunk v. Johnny Flash and drinks!
Saturday 24 August
What: TwitchTV ESL Players Party
When: Saturday 24 August, 10pm-2am
Where: Koelnmesse, Hall 8 entrance North
How: https://www.thepartythatmatters2013.eventbrite.de
Cost: 14.45 euros
More Info: DJ, drinks, live acts
What: Sony Exhibitor Party
When: Saturday 24 August
Where: Gamescom Convention Center, Koelnmesse
How: Invite only
Cost: Free for exhibitors
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