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March 1-4, 2027
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Find a full list of this year's GDC Festival of Gaming speakers here.

Benjamin Reeves, Principal Writer & Strategic Consultant, SC Creative Labs

Ben Reeves builds haunted starships, monster prisons, and the narrative engines that power them. A veteran storyteller with a 20-year footprint in the industry, Ben has built a career that explores the DNA of play. From his start at Marvel Comics to a 16-year tenure as a leading critical voice at Game Informer, he has evolved into an experienced narrative designer for global franchises, including Marvel's Midnight Suns and Civilization VII. He specializes in the structural art of weaving complex lore into emotional experiences. Today, Ben serves as a narrative consultant and story architect, helping studios and brands build fictional foundations and compelling character arcs.

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