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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Agenda

How 'Infinity Nikki' Turns Outfits into Fantasy (And Why It Works)

Dodie Gong  (Art Director, Infinity Nikki, Infold Games (Papergames))
Location: Room 2006, West Hall
Date: Wednesday, March 11
Time: 1:50 pm - 2:50 pm
Pass Type: Festival Pass, Game Changer Pass - Get your pass now!
Audience Level: Entry-Level
Track: Visual Development, Design
Format: Lecture
Vault Recording: Video
Audience Level: Entry-Level

Infinity Nikki redefines dress-up gaming by weaving deep emotional storytelling, rich open-world lore, and Unreal Engine 5 craftsmanship into every outfit. This session explores how the team creates emotionally resonant, lore-inspired costumes at scale, unlocking immersive narrative experiences that spark strong player-avatar bonds and drive lasting engagement.

Takeaway

Attendees will discover how Infinity Nikki transforms outfits into storytelling vehicles—melding emotional design, fantasy worldbuilding, and advanced textile simulation—to deliver a wardrobe system that boosts immersion, authenticity, and enduring player attachment.

Intended Audience

Developers of all experience levels are welcome.