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GDC Festival of Gaming
March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA
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GDC Side Quest Podcast Live: Sam Carlisle

Festival Hall
Beth Elderkin  (Content Marketing Manager, GDC Festival of Gaming)
Sam Carlisle  (Co-Founder - XDS Spark, Board Member - XDS Advisory Committee, XDS)
Location: GDC Commons Stage
Date: Wednesday, March 11
Time: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Pass Type: Festival Pass, Game Changer Pass - Get your pass now!
Audience Level: All
Track: Special Event, Business Strategy
Format: Fireside Chat
Vault Recording: Not Recorded
Audience Level: All
Beth Elderkin
Sam Carlisle

In this live podcast session, GDC’s Beth Elderkin chats with Sam Carlisle, a veteran of external development and co-founder of XDS Spark. Sam discusses the evolving landscape of co-development and outsourcing, highlighting the opportunities available for indie studios and developers alike.

Takeaway

Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to leverage co-development and outsourcing to create opportunities, build partnerships, and navigate the challenges of the modern game industry.

Intended Audience

Ideal for indie developers, studio managers, and anyone interested in external development and collaborative opportunities.