XP Game Developer Summit 2023

Creator of the XP Game Developer Summit, XP Gaming Education, and XP Game Jobs.We strive to help connect people across the video game and esports industries.

XP Gaming Inc.

XP Game Developer Summit is the premier business-to-business conference for the Canadian video game industry.

The Westin Harbour Castle

<p><strong>**PLEASE NOTE THAT THE IO CONNECT: EVENING NETWORKING MIXER IS SOLD OUT. ONLY ATTENDEES WHO HAVE REGISTERED WILL BE GRANTED ENTRY.**</strong></p><ul></ul><p>We’re back! The 4th annual XP Game Developer Summit, the premier business-to-business conference for the Canadian gaming industry, returns to Toronto on April 20 &amp; 21st.</p><p><strong>R﻿egistration opens at 9AM</strong></p><p><strong>D﻿oors open 10AM-5PM</strong></p><p>Join us at the incredible Westin Harbour Castle on the vibrant Toronto waterfront for:</p><ul><li>Global business networking with studios and publishers</li><li>Business and technical dedicated panels</li><li>Canada’s Largest Game Showcase</li><li>B﻿usiness Lounge</li><li>The brand new Esports Lounge presented by Encore</li><li>A﻿nd more!</li></ul><p>Speakers, panels and workshops will be announced in the coming months. For more information and updates please follow <a href="https://xpgamesummit.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">our website</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/XPGamingInc" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/xpgamesummit/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/xpgamesummit" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/xpgaminginc/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a>.</p>

<h2>Ticket information</h2><p>Ready to join the game development community, learn about the latest in tech and innovations, and play some games along the way? We have a six pass options available for you to choose from:</p><h3>1. VIP Business Pass (2-Day) - $600 CAD</h3><p>The VIP Business Pass is your all-access ticket! Exclusive to VIP holders is the VIP Lounge: connect, kick back, and enjoy lunch, refreshments, and snacks during the full 2-day event. We also include an invitation for you and a guest to attend both the Canadian Game Awards, and the IO Connect: Evening Networking Mixer featuring the Canadian Indie Game Awards, held at the nearby Artscape Daniels Launchpad venue.</p><p>And of course, all-access means you will have a lot of programming available:</p><ul><li>Business Lounge access</li><li>Full MeetToMatch virtual platform</li><li>Panels </li><li>Masterclasses</li><li>Esports Lounge presented by Encore</li><li>Game Showcase</li><li>Invitation for you and a guest to the IO Connect: Evening Networking Mixer featuring the Canadian Indie Game Awards on Apr 20</li><li>Complimentary tickets for you and a guest to attend the Canadian Game Awards on Apr 21</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>2. Business Pass (2-Day) - $275 CAD</h3><p>The Business Pass gives you access to all event programming, a complimentary ticket to the Canadian Game Awards, and a special invitation to the IO Connect: Evening Networking Mixer featuring the Canadian Indie Game Awards held at the nearby Artscape Daniels Launchpad venue.</p><ul><li>Business Lounge access</li><li>Full MeetToMatch virtual platform</li><li>Panels </li><li>Masterclasses</li><li>Esports Lounge presented by Encore</li><li>Game Showcase</li><li>Complimentary ticket to attend the Canadian Game Awards on Apr 21</li><li>Invitation to the IO Connect: Evening Networking Mixer featuring Canadian Indie Game Awards on Apr 20</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>3. Conference Pass (2-Day) - $165 CAD</h3><p>Enjoy world-class programming, and play as many games as you like with the 2-day Conference Pass.</p><ul><li>Panels on MeetToMatch virtual platform</li><li>Panels </li><li>Masterclasses</li><li>Esports Lounge presented by Encore</li><li>Game Showcase</li><li>Invitation to the IO Connect: Evening Networking Mixer featuring the Canadian Indie Game Awards</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>4. Student Pass (2-Day) - $90 CAD</h3><p>You’re focused on your education and getting ready to enter the industry. We want to help! Save 45% on the Conference Pass with proof of a valid college or university student ID.</p><h3>5. Virtual Pass (2-Day) - $60 CAD</h3><p>Can’t make it in-person? The Virtual Pass is your ticket to invaluable connections via the MeetToMatch virtual platform.</p><h3>6. Showcase Pass (1-Day) - $60 CAD</h3><p>Open to everyone, the Showcase Pass is your “no quarters needed” access pass to a massive mix of games on multiple platforms! And maybe even the chance to meet the developer teams behind them!</p><p></p>

<h2>Connect with new opportunities</h2><p>We have partnered with MeetToMatch for targeted networking and business-to-business experiences for you to meet with international investors, publishers, developers, and service providers. </p>

<h2>The Business of Esports</h2><p>New to the event this year is the Esports Lounge presented by Encore. We’ve dedicated a section of the conference to the booming esports industry and the businesses looking to connect &amp; grow in it.</p>

<h2>Canada’s largest game showcase</h2><p>Of course, where would this industry be without games? XP Game Developer Summit is building the largest game showcase in Canada. This is a tremendous opportunity for studios to show off their games to potential investors and publishers and have fun trying out each other’s work.</p>

<h2>Questions? Contact us at info@xpsummit.ca</h2>

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