The Game Developers Conference (GDC) is changing names
, by Thibaut
The GDC, the major annual event for professionals in the video game industry, will undergo a major change starting next year. The gathering now has a new name.
From March 9 to 13, 2026, the GDC Festival of Gaming will be held in San Francisco, California. The organizers explained this change in a statement sent to GamesIndustry.biz.
"The landscape has transformed. Budgets are tighter. Attention is fractured. Discovery is harder than ever. New tech and tools have redefined who can create. Our community needs more connection, visibility, and support.
The Festival of Gaming exists to meet your needs — bringing the entire industry together at a moment that matters. More Connection. More Opportunity. More Relevance."
A new pass will also be available on site. While less expensive, it will nevertheless give participants full, unrestricted access to the event.
Source: gamesindustry.biz