Scotland's Games Ecosystem Cluster
Everyone knows Dundee is the beating heart of Scotland's games ecosystem, but how many studios are based in the city? Researchers from Abertay University are calling upon the collective knowledge of the Dundee games community to help verify a comprehensive map of the city's renowned games cluster. The request comes as part of GAME-ER, a …
Community hub Game Space has announced its next event for developers, creators, and founders: Power Up Your IP! The event, which will provide expert advice on protecting and leveraging Intellectual Property, is set to take place in Dundee on Monday, 22nd September 2025. Hosted at Abertay University's CyberQuarter, this evening is designed to provide clear, …
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Scotland’s popular games industry talks night, Hubworld's XP Exchange, is set to return to Dundee on Thursday, 26th September 2025, with a diverse lineup of speakers covering art, leadership, finance, and authentic cultural representation in games. Taking place at Abertay University, the evening promises invaluable insights for developers, students, and professionals from across the ecosystem. …
In a major boost for the Scottish games ecosystem, the UK Games Fund has announced that its flagship public games festival, Protoplay, is returning to a physical event in Dundee this September. The showcase, which celebrates the best emerging talent from across the UK, will take place at LiveHouse Dundee on Friday 19th and Saturday …
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The potential for games and immersive technologies to contribute to mental healthcare will be the focus of an important event coming to Dundee this autumn. The 2025 Mindset-XR Innovation In Mental Health Roadshow will take place at Abertay University on Thursday, 2nd October 2025. The event serves as a forum for innovators, clinicians, academics, and …
Dundee Contemporary Arts (DCA) is set to host a special gaming showcase, offering the public a chance to play brand-new games created by some of Scotland's most exciting emerging talent. The Drop in and Play x DARE Academy event is a free, family-friendly session taking place on Saturday, 30 August 2025. Running from 12:00 PM …
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The popular Dundee Games Meet Up July 2025 returns next week, offering a fantastic opportunity for professionals across the games ecosystem to connect in a relaxed, social setting. The free event, organised by Hubworld Scotland, will take place on Friday, 25th July 2025, kicking off at 6:00 PM at 1 Temple Lane, Dundee, DD1 4HA. …
A landmark report from Creative Dundee has revealed that Dundee's creative industries now contribute an astonishing £353 million to the local economy, positioning the sector as the city's primary economic driver. This is a monumental achievement, and at the heart of this success story lies the innovation, talent, and global reach of its world-renowned games …
It is with great sadness that we report that Cobra Mobile, one of Dundee's pioneering mobile game studios, is being liquidated after 20 years of business. The closure has resulted in the redundancy of its eight staff members. Founded in 2005 by Mark Ettle, Cobra Mobile was one of the first studios in Dundee to …
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Zzap! Live: For anyone fascinated by Scotland's rich videogame heritage, a newly published interview with some of the original DMA Design team members offers a captivating journey back to the origins of some of the studio's most iconic titles. If you're new to this, DMA Design was the creative force behind global phenomena Lemmings and …
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