IGDA Foundation Honors Game Development Luminaries Xalavier Nelson Jr., Alireza Seddighi with Awards at GDC
This year's recipient, Xalavier Nelson Jr., a BAFTA-nominated studio head, narrative director, and Forbes 30 under 30 luminary.
We CREATE Game Jam - Bonds & Bridges
Congratulations to all teams who completed our WE CREATE Android Game Jam!
Stronger Together in Games Campaign
Starting from Nov 21, you can support IGDA Foundation and several other non-profit gaming organizations in our Stronger Together Campaign. Learn how you can make an impact.
WE CREATE ANDROID GAME JAM – Sign-up today!
Another exciting opportunity to make games and make new friends awaits! Take part in our latest game jam and create a polished android games.
IGDA-F Welcomes Natasha Skult a new Board Member
With a background in traditional art, academic research and design, Natasha Skult’s award-winning work in the games industry includes a variety of senior roles, leading to her current journey as the CEO & Creative Director of MiTale, an independent game development studio from Finland.
2023 Virtual Exchange & 2024 GDC Program
We are excited to announce we have chosen the grantees for our programs!
Let’s Port Some Games! IGDA Foundation Android Port Jam 2023
We had many great games and developers from all around the world enter!
IGDA-F Welcomes Three New Board Members
“The IGDA-F is honored to welcome these three accomplished and impressive individuals to the board…”
IGDA Foundation and Riot Games Workshop a Success!
Our virtual career event with Riot Games was a total blast and a huge success!
In Solidarity with Iranian Protesters
The IGDA & IGDA Foundation are deeply saddened by the death of Mahsa Amini and we condemn the censorship and suppression of protesters voicing opposition to Iran’s regime that perpetuates gender, economic, and social inequities.
IGDA-F Virtual Exchange 2022 Announcement
The International Game Developers Association Foundation (IGDA-F) launches its six-week Virtual Exchange program today. Running from September 12 - October 24, 2022, the Virtual Exchange provides 72 grantees from 17 countries with access to expert training and mentorship to help foster the next generation of video game development talent.
2022 Virtual Exchange Recipients Announced
“Huge thanks to our judges for their thoughtful selection of this year's outstanding group of recipients, and to our IGDA Foundation team, program leads, and volunteers for creating this opportunity to support and diversify our industry.”
IGDA-F Appoints Alyssa Walles as Executive Director
“Huge thanks to our judges for their thoughtful selection of this year's outstanding group of recipients, and to our IGDA Foundation team, program leads, and volunteers for creating this opportunity to support and diversify our industry.”
Osama Dorias: Interview with an Alumni
“I’m a Senior Partner Relations Manager at Unity Technologies. In the past, I’ve worked at Warner Brothers, Gameloft, GEE Media, Ubisoft, and Minority Media.”
IGDA Foundation Opens 2022 Diverse Game Developers: Virtual Exchange Applications
This year’s team includes members from highly regarded companies including Insomniac Games, Amazon, Disney, MidBoss, and PUBG Corp., providing grantees direct access to industry veterans leading workshops and mentoring opportunities.
Diverse Game Developers Game Jam Winners Announcement
We are incredibly excited to reveal the winners of the Diverse Game Developers Jam! It’s been an exciting few weeks watching diverse developers in the community create new games, implement ideas, and execute their vision.
Nika Nour Steps Down as IGDA Foundation Executive Director
“Nika’s efforts and commitment to furthering the game development space for all people lifted and supported the game development community during a time of great need,” said Alejandre. “The IGDA Foundation is grateful to Nika for her skill, energy, imagination, and enthusiasm in building a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable community.”