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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Agenda

GDC Side Quest Live: AP Thomson & Jenny Jiao Hsia

Beth Elderkin  (Content Marketing Manager, GDC Festival of Gaming)
AP Thomson  (Independent)
Jenny Jiao Hsia  (Independent)
Location: GDC Commons Stage
Date: Thursday, March 12
Time: 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Pass Type: Festival Pass, Game Changer Pass - Get your pass now!
Audience Level: All
Track: Special Event
Format: Fireside Chat
Vault Recording: Not Recorded
Audience Level: All

Join us for a special live podcast featuring IGF-nominated Titanium Court developer AP Thomson and Consume Me creator Jenny Jiao Hsia, which won the Seumas McNally Grand Prize at IGF 2025. They discuss their creative process, the importance of creating games with social impact, and the challenges and rewards of working on deeply personal projects.

Takeaway

Attendees will gain inspiration from the journey of these award-winning developers and learn how to create games that resonate on a personal and societal level.

Intended Audience

Perfect for indie developers, socially conscious creators, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and impact in games.