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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Agenda

Inside Austria's Indie Game Revolution (Presented by Austrian Play Arcade Spielschön)

Simon Schneider  (Vice President, PGDA)
Location: Indie & Education Stage, South Hall
Date: Thursday, March 12
Time: 11:10 am - 11:30 am
Pass Type: Festival Pass, Game Changer Pass - Get your pass now!
Audience Level: All
Track: Independent Development
Format: Power Talk
Vault Recording: Not Recorded
Audience Level: All
OPEN AUSTRIA

Discover how Pioneers of Game Development Austria (PGDA) is driving Austria's indie game movement. As the country's leading network of independent studios and creators, PGDA supports collaboration, visibility, and international growth for Austrian developers.

Takeaway

This session offers a behind-the-scenes look at their members' success stories, creative culture, and how Austria is emerging as a hotspot for innovative game development.

Intended Audience

Indie game enthusiasts