PC Connects London is just two weeks away!
We’ve already let you know the full conference schedule is now live for you to pinpoint your essential seminars, but there’s more you can do between now and January 21st to 22nd to make the most of your time when you get to the show.
Once you’ve bought your tickets - you can take care of that here - there’s no additional charge for any of the below, but spaces for some are extremely limited and filling up fast so we recommend signing up sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment.
Online meeting scheduler
Both days: all day
To help you make contact with your dream prospects at the show, our online meeting scheduler - Pitch & Match - is free to every single delegate, speaker, exhibitor and anyone taking part in pitches or fringe events. If they’re at the event, then you can arrange a meeting with them at a time and location of your choosing.
You’ll either have already received an email about this or you’ll get one soon if you’ve just registered.
We're confirming participation for many of these fringe events this week, so don’t hang about if there’s something you’d like to get involved with - sign up now!
Journalist Bar
Both days: all day
Meet the media. The Journalist Bar is the perfect opportunity to show your game to a Pocket Gamer writer. You'll get instant feedback, and it'll be on our radar ahead of any potential future coverage.
More info here, book your slot here.
CGX Mentor Lounge
Day 1: 11am to 1pm
We've teamed up with CGX to bring its Mentor Lounge to London. That's expert one-on-one advice in all areas of game development for developers and publishers looking for a little guidance.
More info here. Mentors register interest here. Mentees register here.
Investor Connector
Day 1: 10am to 1pm
Gives developers and publishers precious one-on-one time with investors during a fully revised three-hour session on Day 1.
More info here, register interest here.
Workshop: Making PR Part Of Your Business Plan
Day 1: 2pm to 3pm
Discover the benefits of building PR into your overall plans when it comes to boosting your game's discoverability potential.
More info here, register interest here.
Workshop: How Neuroscience And UX Can Impact Game Design
Day 1: 3pm to 4pm
Want to learn how to use cognitive psychology to achieve more engaging game design from Fortnite's former Director of UX?
More info here, register interest here.
(Note: For those wishing to dive deeper, Celia Hodent is also hosting a full-day workshop on January 23rd. Register interest here.)
Workshop: What Kind Of Blockchain Is Suitable For Developers?
Day 2: 11am to 12pm
Join Blockchain Cuties CEO Vladimir Tomko as he covers the various approaches blockchain game developers ought to consider when embarking on their journey.
More info here, register interest here.
SpeedMatch Session
Day 2: 11am to 1pm
[Publishers, in particular, now wanted.] For developers to make initial contact with publishers (and vice-versa) during a focused, dedicated session on Day 2.
More info here, register interest here.
Workshop: Is Fundraising By ICO Still Viable?
Day 2: 12pm to 1pm
Gary Bracey, games industry veteran and Terra Virtua CEO, on what you need to know about initial coin offerings.
More info here, register interest here.
Workshop: Hashing Out The Legal Issues – What Blockchain Game Developers Must Know
Day 2: 2pm to 3pm
Ben McMeechan from Harbottle & Lewis highlights the key legal concerns to be aware of when developing blockchain-enabled applications.
More info here, register interest here.
Roadshow Pitching Sessions
Day 2: 3pm to 4:30pm
For blockchain game developers with a project on their hands, a chance to pitch for potential investment/promotional prize package that could make all the difference.
More info here, register interest here.
HyprMX Interviews Series
Both days: Timing bespoke
The third edition of its popular Fireside Chat interview series at PGC London. These short video chats give you the opportunity to shed light on industry trends, your career and your studio.
More info and application here.
The Very Big Indie Pitch
Day 1: 1pm to 6pm
If you're an indie developer and you're unaware of the above session, we encourage you to check out the London round of our globe-trotting competition series.
More info and application here.
The PC Indie Pitch
Day 2: 2pm to 4pm
Like the idea of The Very Big Indie Pitch but want a PC-flavoured version instead? We're happy to oblige.
More info & application here.
Sign up before it's too late
We're confirming participation for many of these fringe events this week, so don’t hang about if there’s something you’d like to get involved with - sign up now!
One more thing...
And while we’re here, don’t forget about the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2019 from 6:45pm on January 22nd. This gala ceremony is a separate event outside of Pocket Gamer Connects London, held in Central London at the prestigious BAFTA venue.
You’ll need to purchase a ticket to attend, which you can do here.
