For four years, the Brooklyn based Different Games conference has presented a diverse and interdisciplinary venue known for featuring emerging voices and perspectives not typically supported by the commercial industry. Created by the Different Games Collective, a grassroots organization aimed at fostering diversity and inclusivity in games, the event seeks to amplify the creative and critical voices of marginalized participants in games culture. Geared towards accessibility and radical inclusivity, each annual volunteer-led conference features presenters of all professional backgrounds, from indie devs, and DIY creators to students, critics and scholars.

This year we’re joining forces with members of Toronto’s indie games scene to bring a brand new program to OCAD University’s 49 McCaul Street gallery, which will include an arcade exhibition featuring the best of alternative games, VR, and performances from local and international developers, and a one day conference featuring local developers and creators

Particpating Games:

More information about the arcade games can be found Here

Join us for Different Games Toronto May 31 to June 3rd at OCAD University!

Opening Arcade Party: May 31 8:00p 10$

Arcade Exhibition May 31st - June 2 12p-5p (Free)

Conference June 3rd 10:00a - 4:30p 20$ (includes medium snacks)

Artist Talk Zeesy Powers (at Gamma Space) 6:00p-8:00p

Closing party June 3 8:00p (Free! at Gamma Space)

Conference Schedule, June 3rd

9:30-10:00 Registration + Coffee

10:00-11:00 Keynote: Sagan Yee

11:00-11:15 Break

11:15-12:45 Panel: Academy's role in supporting marginalized voices in games culture; Emma Westcott (moderator), Emily Flynn-Jones, Emma Vossen, Carolyn Jong

12:45 - 13:15 Lunch Break

13:15 - 14:45 Micro Talks; Liz England, Gabby DaRienzo, Alex Zandra Van Chestein, Rokashi Edwards, Tabby Rose, Al Donato, Gabriela Aveiro-Ojeda, Kaitlin Tremblay, Nadine Lessio

14:45 - 15:00 Break

15:00 - 16:30 Community Panel DMG, Hand Eye Society, Pixelles, Mount Royal Game Society

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