Scotland's Games Ecosystem Cluster
Last week, the global games industry turned its attention to Scotland. Thanks to the hard work of the Academy of Interactive Sciences (DICE Europe), the Scottish Games Association (SGDA), the Scottish Government, Scottish Enterprise and countless others, there was an undeniable and welcome surge of energy, ambition, and recognition - both in the room and …
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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 …
The next meeting of the Cross-Party Group on Scotland's Ecosystem (aka the Games CPG) on Scotland’s Games Ecosystem, which was scheduled to take place at the Scottish Parliament on September 23rd, has been cancelled due to a late sitting in the parliamentary chamber. The legislative business means that MSPs are now required to be in …
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Asmodee, a global leader in tabletop gaming, has launched a new children's brand backed by scientific research proving that playing board games leads to significant cognitive and social benefits for young people. The findings provide a powerful, evidence-based validation for the work being done in Scotland to champion the wider value of play in education …
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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. …
Games CPG: The next meeting of the cross-party group (CPG) on Scotland's Games Ecosystem will take place at the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday, 23rd September 2025, from 18:00 to 20:00. Book your place now Following a highly productive and well-attended session in April, this meeting offers another crucial opportunity for professionals from across the entire …
The Scottish Government has announced increased support for Scottish EDGE, the country’s leading business funding competition, in a move that presents a significant opportunity for Scotland’s next generation of game developers and studios. The new £3.6 million of support will see additional funding injected into the prestigious competition over the next three years, offering prizes …
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Edinburgh’s iconic Murrayfield Stadium is set to host PHASE 25, a major new conference focused on the dynamic intersection of esports, education, and industry, taking place on Saturday, 26th September 2026 - with a 25% discount on offer to SGN readers. Organised by our friends at eRena, the full-day conference will bring together leading voices …
Scotland’s largest celebration of tabletop gaming, Tabletop Scotland, is set to welcome thousands of players this weekend, from Friday 5th to Sunday 7th September, in its brand new and significantly larger home at the Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh. Now in its sixth year, the convention has grown from a passionate community gathering into a cornerstone …
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