Scotland's Games Ecosystem Cluster
Kyle Banks, the solo Scottish developer behind the critically acclaimed Highland adventure Farewell North, has officially announced his latest project: Donut Panic. Available to wishlist on Steam, the title represents a stark tonal departure for the Edinburgh-based developer. While his previous work focused on an emotional, atmospheric journey through the highlands and islands, Donut Panic …
Deep Below the Surface: Former Rockstar Developer Launches Dystopian Survival Title ‘AETHUS’ Pawsmonaut Games, the solo studio led by former Rockstar developer Alex Kane, has officially launched AETHUS, an atmospheric, open-world survival game set within the claustrophobic depths of underground mines on an alien planet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUemUixwqzo Launched on March 6th 2026, the game has already …
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The Glasgow Independent Games Festival 2025 (GIGF) will take place on August 9th, 2025, promising a vibrant celebration of independent game development at the beloved Barras Art and Design (BAaD) building. Organised by the Glasgow Independent Games Group CIC (GIGG), this year's festival will showcase groundbreaking projects from emerging and established indie developers, alongside thought-provoking …
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Dundee Contemporary Arts' Drop in And Play 2024 is back - with what is promised to be the biggest event yet. This year's (free) event takes place from 13:00 to 16:00 on Saturday 12th October, with over 20 games on display from developers across Scotland. The DCA’s Meeting Room, Create Space and Ground floor will …
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ECGx, the Edinburgh College Game Expo which showcases games from local indie studios and students takes place on May 31st 2023. Book now!
Indie developers can find funding, publishing partners and learn from industry experts - all for free - at Pocket Gamer Connects Digital #8 in September 2021.
Tony Gowland, the man behind Ant Workshop spoke to Gamesindustry.biz about accessibility and 'easiness'
 Dare to be Digital, is looking for developers. Dare's Protoplay event, which takes place in central Dundee from 7th - 10th of August, will feature an indie games showcase, giving development studios the chance to demonstrate and give the event's 10,000+ visitors a chance to play and enjoy their games. All games are eligible, though new …
The fourth Develop Indie Showcase is now open for submissions. The Showcase gives indie studios an opportunity to gain exposure for their games - and receive direct feedback from a panel of judges. Last year's Indie Showcase featured Paladin Studios' Momonga Pinball Adventures, Nyamyam Games' Tengami, 232 Studios' Epic Eric, and Greenfly Studios' Drop That Candy . Criteria for applying …
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The Moray Game Jam, UK's most northerly game jam kicked off this afternoon, with over 40 competitors, split between nine teams, taking part in the first ever Jam to be held in Elgin's Moray College. The teams have 48 hours to create something epic, based around the theme of 'it changed the world', chosen thanks …