Magic Media had an exciting time at the Game Developer’s Conference 2024 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco between March 18 and 22! GDC 2024 was an incredible opportunity to speak with like-minded gaming industry representatives, attend fascinating talks from the likes of Swen Vincke from Larian Studios and more, and, of course, continue to spread the Magic Media name globally. We’re humbled by the conversation we had with industry professionals and potential new clients and the many insights we gained while at the event on topics including AI’s role in the gaming industry, game remasters, storefront integration, and more. The enthusiasm for this great industry that these events bring is truly infectious, and we’re more excited than ever to take on new challenges and projects throughout 2024 and beyond!

About GDC

The Game Developer’s Conference is the premier gaming industry event with a primary focus on game development, the cutting-edge technology behind it, and what the future holds for it. One of the highlights of the yearly event is the in-depth talks from industry experts covering topics ranging from development secrets behind hit games, Q&A sessions focused on game writing and narrative, female CEO leadership, and much more. Beyond these insightful discussions, GDC hosts career seminars, GDC Play which showcases the latest and greatest indie games, and GDC Expo which puts a specific focus on game development products and solutions from all over the world.

If we didn’t have the opportunity to connect at GDC 2024 or you’re otherwise looking to learn more about Magic Media’s services, why not get in contact with us? We provide dozens of expert services including full-cycle game development, co-development, game porting, and much more. Beyond gaming, we offer extensive services for the entertainment and tech industries. Get in contact, and let’s create magic!

Magic Media was delighted to attend XDS 2023 in the stunning environs of Vancouver, Canada! Between September 6 and September 8, the Magic Media team had the distinct pleasure of attending the event. XDS provided us with an opportunity to engage with valued peers in scintillating discussions about the gaming industry, external development, and the variety of topics discussed by the fantastic speakers at the event.

XDS 2023 also provided us with a tremendous opportunity to meet potential new clients and continue to spread the Magic Media name on a global level. We’re always pleased to meet with potential clients and have conversations to understand how our embedded team can best lend their extensive expertize to your projects.

About XDS

XDS was established in 2013 and is considered to be the only international gaming industry event focused on external development, which is one of Magic Media’s many specialties. With a primary focus on art, animation, audio, and much more, the event is host to hundreds of attendees, exhibitors, speakers, and industry leaders from the gaming industry.

This year’s event featured speakers from different leading gaming companies who thrilled attendees with interesting topics. Among the many topics covered were generative AI, navigating crises, the pros and cons of original IP, and many more important and relevant subjects.

One of our favorite aspects of XDS is Table-Topic, roundtable discussions featuring industry experts on a variety of topics. It’s a welcoming environment that allows participants to share their knowledge and gain valuable insights simultaneously.

We couldn’t be more pleased with our time at XDS 2023, and if this year’s show is anything to go by, XDS 2024 will be an exciting and informative time!

Magic Media is a veteran single point of contact for all things gaming, entertainment, and tech. Whether you need full-cycle game development or to leverage our talents in real-time VFX or game animation, we’re here to help. We have dozens of specialty services, so don’t delay, contact Magic Media, and let’s create magic! 

It is always a pleasure to attend events where we can mingle, meet, and reconnect with our peers and potential clients. Whether it be gaming, entertainment, or tech, these events are always filled with meetings and interactions that inspire us and get us excited about the future of each industry.

For Gamescom 2023, it was no different! This latest gaming event was another whirlwind of meetings with so many incredible industry partners and veterans. We were delighted to meet many new faces, pitch our services to potential clients, and reconnect with old friends and colleagues.

Gamescom 2023

Gamescom is the world’s largest event for video games. And it is Europe’s most comprehensive business platform for the global games industry. Held once again in Cologne, it is an incredible meeting of professionals in the gaming industry and fans of it. From players to developers and cosplayers, the event offers something for everyone. As always, it’s a fantastic event to attend for anyone interested or involved in the gaming industry.

If you attended Gamescom 2023 and didn’t meet us, or couldn’t fit us into your schedule, we’re always happy to talk! Magic Media is a global A-Z service provider for all things gaming, entertainment, and tech. Whether you need full-cycle game development, game co-development, game porting, game art production, real-time VFX, and so much more, we have you covered! Our service means a one-stop studio for whatever your dream project requires. So, get in touch today, and let’s create magic.

We had a blast attending the highly anticipated Pocket Gamer Connects gaming conference on July 19th – 20th, 2023, in the vibrant city of Toronto, Canada. We were thrilled to participate in this extraordinary event that brought together the finest minds in game development, animation, audio, market trends, investments, and everything beyond games. With a fantastic debut back in 2022, it was invigorating to see them blow it out of the park again this year for the gaming industry! 

ABOUT Pocket Gamer Connects Toronto

Toronto is Canada’s thriving hub for interactive digital media and game development, where the animation industry, content creation, production, and post-production intersect. This bustling city fosters innovation and immersive content creation, driven by cutting-edge research and development. Moreover, Toronto is rapidly gaining global recognition as a leader in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and extended reality (XR) innovations.

At the Pocket Gamer Connects conference, we explored all these exciting topics, along with essential insights into raising investment, launching and growing successful games, and the tools and services that support them. With over 20 hours of content from 80+ expert speakers across 15 tracks, the conference inspired and informed all attendees, offering quick-fire sessions designed to pack as much valuable content as possible. It’s not also just Toronto this event takes place, stay up to date where else this resourceful event wanders around the globe.

At Magic Media we are veterans of the film, TV, gaming and entertainment industries, offering comprehensive VFX services for in-game, cinematics, and more, as well as animation and full art services!  We love nothing more than collaborating with creative minds, so drop us a line and let’s talk!

We were absolutely delighted to attend the Develop:Brighton event that took place in the Hilton Brighton Metropole. Bringing together as much of the game development community as possible, it was a fantastic event to attend. From AAA game developers with huge global presences to small indie teams and individuals developing games purely for the passion of it, all were welcome and present!

Our team connected with a huge spread of incredible industry professionals including representatives from Sony, IO Interactive, Creative Assembly, Rebellion, Supermassive Games, Splash Damage & Bulkhead, Abstraction Games, and Build a Rocket Boy. As a game development outsourcing team with a global presence and a passion for creating great games, connecting with these fantastic people leaves us very hopeful for future collaborations!

Develop:Brighton

Develop:Brighton, in their own words, is all about bringing the whole game development community together. No matter the role you play in the gaming industry, the size of your game development company, or the budgets you bring to a game development project, all were welcome. It was a great event for networking opportunities with the game development companies, both big and small. Particularly, we have to say the representation of indie studios was very encouraging. 

If you couldn’t attend Develop:Brighton, there’s some great information to be found on their website. One thing that really drew our eye was the Indie Showcase, check out the showcase and the winner here!

For those of you who met our team there or are interested in our game development outsourcing expertize, get in touch with us today! As a global A-Z service provider for gaming, entertainment, and tech, we’ll have what you need. From full-cycle game development to co-development, art production, real-time VFX, and more, Magic Media are excited to help you deliver your dream project. Contact us and let’s create magic.

Magic Media had an exceptional experience at the BIG Festival, the largest gaming event in Latin America. This event served as a powerful platform for connecting gaming enthusiasts and fostering excellence in gaming projects worldwide.

The festival brought together a diverse and passionate community of industry professionals, providing a unique opportunity for networking, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration. Magic Media took great pride in participating in this event and being part of the vibrant gaming ecosystem.

Attending events like the BIG Festival demonstrates Magic Media’s commitment to staying at the forefront of the gaming industry. It allows us to engage with fellow gaming gurus, exchange ideas, and explore innovative approaches to game development, design, and production.

At The BIG Festival

The BIG Festival showcased the immense talent and creativity within the gaming community. It was inspiring to witness the passion and dedication of industry leaders, emerging developers, and enthusiastic gamers, all united by their shared love for gaming.

Magic Media recognizes the value of such events in driving the industry forward. By fostering connections and collaboration, events like the BIG Festival play a vital role in advancing gaming projects, pushing boundaries, and delivering exceptional gaming experiences to players worldwide.

The experience at the BIG Festival served as a reminder of the limitless possibilities and potential within the gaming industry. Magic Media remains committed to harnessing these opportunities, continually striving for excellence, and contributing to the growth and innovation of the gaming community.

The BIG Festival, held in São Paulo from June 28th to July 2nd, exemplified the power of bringing gaming professionals together, creating an environment where expertize, creativity, and passion could thrive. Magic Media is proud to have been part of this remarkable event, and we look forward to continuing our journey in shaping the future of gaming alongside fellow industry leaders.

At Magic Media we are veterans of the gaming, tech and entertainment industries, offering comprehensive services including game development, VFX, animation and full art services! Our main goal is to provide a one-stop solution for any project. If you’d like to utilize our expertize and experience in creating, game art and more, drop us a line and let’s create magic!

The Magic Media team were delighted to attend the Nordic Games 2023 event, held as always in the beautiful Malmo, Sweden. From the 23rd to the 26th, our attending staff had a fantastic time getting to meet and interact with numerous developers and publishers. There were too many projects showcased to mention, suffice to say we were very impressed at the talent on show!

Magic Media’s team were attending Nordic Games to keep an eye out for interesting projects that aligned with the group’s goals. A difficult task in an industry so heavily populated with such innovative and creative people. Compelling projects were plentiful and it was our team’s job to narrow down the selection and show the Nordic region that we mean business.

Highlights and Takeaways of the Nordic Games Event

The events and talks at these events are always eye-opening and interesting looks into the industry that we’re a part of. One such event that really grabbed our team’s attention was the MY.GAMES gathering. This discussion focused on the challenges faced by modern game developers, an evolving challenge that all studios face. We were pleased to discover that the Magic Media team were in quite a good place for the current challenges, possessing effective and scalable solutions for these issues.

Finally, a few key takeaways from the event included the rise of twin-stick mobile games. Publishers seemed very interested in quality content and there was less focus on the free-to-play market than usual. Additionally, we noticed the ongoing popularity for virtual reality games. Potential clients and our industry peers both seemed to be increasing the amount of attention on the VR gaming realm.

We had a great time at the Nordic Games Event, we didn’t get a chance to meet and speak with everybody though!

At Magic Media, we’re experienced veterans of game development, whether it’s for remakes or original projects. If you’re interested in Magic Media or would like to leverage our global services such as full-cycle development, co-development, VFX, game art, and more, don’t hesitate to get in touch! It’s never a bad time to create magic.

It was a pleasure for Magic Media to attend the USF Gaming Fair on April 3 in Belgrade, Serbia! As a truly global organization, it was the perfect opportunity to spread the Magic Media name even further. Organized by the Faculty of Organizational Sciences at the University of Belgrade, the USF Gaming Fair is an opportunity for students to network with industry professionals like Magic Media, make key contacts, learn from experienced gaming industry representatives, and take the opportunity to apply for jobs and internships.

As part of the overall event, there was a charity gaming tournament held in the days before the fair itself. One of the charity organizations involved in this year’s tournament was Srbi za Srbe, a Serbian group that does fantastic work helping families in need in Serbia and neighboring countries like the Republic of North Macedonia.

The USF Gaming Fair

The key topics at the USF Gaming Fair 2023 were blockchain, gaming in education, and working in the gaming industry. We were delighted for the opportunity to have a Magic Media booth at the event and speak with like-minded industry professionals about these central topics and the eager students in attendance.

It was a pleasure to see such a wide-ranging group of notable gaming industry names in attendance such as Playstudios, Onyx Studio, the Serbian Games Association, and much more. We had several insightful discussions with these distinct groups where we shared ideas, and work-related anecdotes, and revel in the opportunity to speak with fellow enthusiastic gaming industry professionals.

Perhaps the biggest highlight of the USF Gaming Fair was Magic Media’s opportunity to speak with such a large volume of bright students seeking to make their way in the gaming industry. We spoke at the fair on a panel entitled Trends, Opportunities, and Obstacles in the Gaming and IT Industry. This was a great chance to speak about the creative side of the gaming industry, as most other speakers were addressing the topic from a recruitment or business perspective. This generated significant interest in Magic Media, which not only enabled us to have numerous conversations with students but drummed up excitement on social media where attendees commented on how much they learned from us and how Magic Media was a highlight of the fair.

The USF Gaming Fair 2023 was a hugely successful event for Magic Media. This was our official debut appearance at an event of its kind in Serbia, and we couldn’t be happier with how our presence was felt and the wonderful, insightful conversations we had with industry peers and students alike.

At Magic Media we are veterans of the gaming, tech and entertainment industries, offering comprehensive services including game development, VFX, animation and full art services! Our main goal is to provide a one-stop solution for any project. We love nothing more than collaborating with creative minds, so drop us a line and let’s create magic!

We had an incredible time attending the Paris Blockchain Week event between March 21 and 23! These events always prove to be enlightening, and Paris Blockchain Week was no exception. We were delighted with the opportunity to be part of the important conversations happening around web3 with the exceptional business leaders, developers, and thinkers in attendance.

About Paris Blockchain Week

Paris Blockchain Week is one of the preeminent events in the blockchain industry, featuring prominent speakers including investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. The event boasts over 10,000 attendees, 300 sponsors, and 300 speakers. As part of the week’s events, the organizers host a range of experiences for a wide spectrum of Web3 enthusiasts and professionals. The Paris Blockchain Week Summit is a two-day conference where the greatest minds of the industry meet and shape the future of the web. Web3XP is an unmissable event that assists organizations to prepare for web3 success. The Hackathon is a creative two days spent designing, creating, and implementing innovative blockchain technologies.

We couldn’t be more pleased with the experience we had during Paris Blockchain Week and its jam-packed schedule of stimulating events, conversations, and insights. It was fulfilling to engage with fellow blockchain industry leaders and we cannot wait for Paris Blockchain Week 2024!

At Magic Media we are veterans of the gaming, tech and entertainment industries, offering comprehensive services including game development, VFX, animation and full art services! Our main goal is to provide a one-stop solution for any project. If you’d like to utilize our expertize and experience in creating game art and more, drop us a line and let’s create magic!

We had a great time at the Game Developers Conference 2023 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco between March 20 and 24! The gaming industry is a significant focus and passion for the Magic Media group, so attending GDC this year was a no-brainer. Having the opportunity to speak to so many gaming industry peers, innovators, and leaders on such a large scale was insightful and an experience we won’t soon forget!

About GDC

The Game Developers Conference is the foremost event in the gaming industry, focusing on game developers and the progression of their craft. Year after year, gaming industry professionals including artists, programmers, producers, designers, and more, attend the conference. Chief among the exciting events is the market-leading conference, featuring lectures and panel discussions from the greatest minds in the gaming industry. GDC has a significant tech presence as well, typified by the GDC Expo. This exhibition showcases the most exciting new technologies and tools from global leaders like Nvidia and Sony. GDC has progressed significantly since its inception as an informal gathering, to the powerhouse event it’s recognized as today. After 30 years as the eminent event of its kind, GDC goes from strength to strength with each passing instalment.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience at GDC 2023 and the thoughtful conversations we shared with so many similarly passionate gaming industry professionals. If this year’s edition was any indication, GDC 2024 is going to be an incredible experience!

Magic Media is an experienced services provider for gaming, entertainment, and tech projects. Our combined wealth of experience makes us a trusted provider of stellar game development services, co-development, visual effects, and more! Unleash your project’s full potential, get in contact with us today and let’s create magic!