Scotland's Games Ecosystem Cluster
As Scotland and Indonesia come together today for the Scotnesia 2025 Game Exchange, the conversation is about more than just building business connections. It is about a shared, global understanding of the transformative power of the games industry and the vital role of strategic government support in unlocking its potential. In early 2024, the Indonesian …
Written by Georgia Cairns It’s one thing to create a project or write an essay, submit it to your teacher or lecturer and wait hopefully for a good grade. It’s another thing entirely to take that work and display it loud and proud at an event specifically designed to do just that. Introducing ECGX 2025... …
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The Scottish Games Network is delighted to announce the Scotnesia Game Exchange 2025, a special online event designed to build bridges between the Scottish and Indonesian games ecosystems. The event will take place this Thursday, 7th August 2025, from 10:30 - 14:00 BST. This is a valuable and timely opportunity for Scottish developers, studios, and …
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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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We are delighted to share a first look at Tiny Terra Spaces, a charming and 'cosy' new title currently in development at Scottish-based solo development studio Ludus Pax. This relaxing island builder, set in a world inspired by the islands of Scotland, promises a wholesome and focused experience for players. Developed by solo founder Silviu, …
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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 …
At the Scottish Games Network we are delighted with the announcement of Scotland's first National Innovation Week, a new initiative from the Scottish Government set to take place from Monday 22 to Friday 26 September. This is a fantastic and much-needed celebration of the country's legacy as a nation of "inventors, creators and problem solvers." …
The Scottish Games Network is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with Emploi HR, a new expert Human Resources consultancy, to provide vital support and services to the Scottish games ecosystem. The games industry is renowned for its creativity and technical innovation, but it is not always famous for its workplace culture. For new …
The Glasgow Indie Games Festival 2025 (GIGF) has announced a major coup for its second year, securing the BAFTA-winning developer poncle as its title sponsor and legendary indie publisher Devolver Digital as its first-ever Launch Night sponsor. The support from two of the most respected names in independent games is a huge vote of confidence …
No Code, the BAFTA and multi-award-winning Glasgow studio behind critically acclaimed titles such as Stories Untold and Observation, has today announced a major rebrand. After a decade of operating under its original name, the studio is stepping into a new era as SCREEN BURN Interactive. Founded in 2015 as a two-person team, the name "No …
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