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2018 Christian Game Developers Conference
July 3, in the year of our Lord 2018 -- The
17th Annual Christian Game Developers Conference (CGDC) is
scheduled for July 19 through 21, 2018, at Multnomah University
in Portland, Oregon. It is the only gathering of Christian game
developers focused on creating games, encouraging one another,
professional development, and collaboration. The conference
includes general and concurrent sessions, an Exposition Area
(Expo), shared meals (included with registration), and
opportunities for prayer and fellowship.
This year’s presentations are scheduled to include: talks from
The Bible Project, a presentation from Cheryl Gress of Christ
Centered Gamer, a general session by our CGDC President, Charlie
Mauck on intentionally creating successful games, the annual
Year in Review of Christian games by Michael Herrera, sessions
by Soma Games (Redwall) and Defiance Games (Archmage Rises) and
the always fun CGDC Games Cup competition hosted by Jii Vasquez.
During our evening Expo, attendees can display their game
projects in a safe, closed environment (not open to the public)
and receive both constructive feedback and encouragement to get
their project from concept to market. There is no additional
cost for registered attendees to participate in displaying their
project.
In service to our Christian developers, we keep our registration
fees affordable ($225 for three days) and offer low cost,
on-site dorms for those on a tight budget. We also keep our
conference family-friendly by offering reduced rate registration
($100 for Supporting Family Members) for additionally attending
spouses and children as well as, for a second year running,
on-site childcare. Further, complimentary shuttle rides from
Portland Airport (PDX) to the nearby conference venue (and back)
can be arranged as an option during registration. Signups are
through our official CGDC website at
http://cgdc.org/registration
The CGDC was created to provide Christian game developers a
solid opportunity to create Bible-based and Christian-themed
games. In an ever growing industry, where the number of
platforms as well as the quantity of players worldwide
increases, we aim to bring light and salt to one of the most
influential industries of the 21st century.
Chairman of the Board, Tim Emmerich, requests prayers for the
event: "Please pray that CGDC truly glorifies God and encourages
everyone that attends. Ask God to continue to bless the
developers and their efforts. And, for teams that have games,
grant that they may enjoy success in the marketplace. Finally,
we request safe travels for those attending."
Anyone involved or interested in any aspect of game development
is encouraged to attend.
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