The Games Investment Forum returns in 2024

After a hugely successful launch year that saw over $40M USD in potential investment deals, the SXSW Sydney Games Investment Forum is returning in 2024 with a roster of investors close to double the size.

Taking place on Thursday October 17 and Friday October 18, an international delegation of publishers, scouts, VCs, funding bodies, and other investors will participate in one-on-one matchmade pitch sessions with games developers for professional feedback and business development opportunities.

Accompanied by a suite of seminars, mentorship, and workshop sessions tailor-made for the games industry, the Games Investment Forum connects developers with publishers and other investors to foster an environment where creativity meets opportunity. 

‍Who’ll be there?

Attending publishers and funding bodies include Raw Fury, Null Games, Team17, Whitethorn Games, Playside Publishing, Critical Reflex, Astra Logical, Landfall Games, PQube, IndieArk, Kwalee, Skybound Games, Fellow Traveller, Gamera Games, UltraPlayers and WINGS Interactive. Keep an eye out for more announcements soon.

‍How can I attend?

Firstly, the Games Investment Forum is open to Games Industry and Platinum Badgeholders at SXSW Sydney 2024 so make sure you grab your badge. Second, register in advance by completing an Expression of Interest form. Prospective investors should reach out to gamesfest@sxswsydney.com.