Tips to Build a Successful Game Business: Insights from Ben Pommeraud
Game development is more than just creating fun, interactive experiences—it’s a business. Building a successful game company requires a perfect balance of creativity, data-driven strategies, and sound economic decisions. At the final GameUp Africa Meetup of 2024, Ben Pommeraud, General Manager for Strategic Initiatives at King, a Swedish video game developer and publisher that specializes […]
The future of Democracy is in your hands. Join the Jam! 🎮
Introducing the ‘GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy’ ~ Did you know? Disinformation has become a critical issue in Nigeria, undermining trust in democratic institutions, spreading false information, and influencing public opinion through manipulated media. From election campaigns to social issues, disinformation campaigns can destabilize governance, create divisions, and erode the foundations of democracy. This December, […]
GameUp Africa Game Jam 2024: Celebrating Creativity, Collaboration, and Community
The 2024 GameUp Africa Game Jam has officially wrapped up, and what an incredible event it was! From exciting theme reveals to innovative game submissions, this year’s Game Jam showcased the boundless creativity and talent within our African game developers’ community. Here’s a look back at all the highlights, the winning game, and the amazing […]
November Meetup: Building a Successful Game Business!
Get ready to attend another exhilarating GameUp Africa Meetup! This month, we’re focusing on essential strategies for building a successful game business, alongside an exciting game showcase that will inspire your creative journey. Whether you’re a game developer, artist, storyteller, or simply passionate about the games industry, this event is your ultimate opportunity to elevate […]
🚨 The GameUp Africa Game Jam Is Here! Register Now! 🎮
Get ready to show off your creativity because the GameUp Africa Game Jam is officially live, and registration is now open! Whether you’re a game designer, artist, developer, or storyteller, this is your chance to flex your skills, collaborate with your peers, and create something truly epic! …. Key Dates to Note: During the jam, […]
October Monthly Meetup Recap: Unity Takes the Spotlight! 💪
Our October meetup was nothing short of amazing as we hosted two engineers from Unity Technologies, one of the most powerful game engines on the planet! Attendees across Africa were treated to a wealth of Unity pro tips and insights that could seriously level up their game development. If you’re passionate about creating top-tier games, […]
October Meetup: Unity Pro Tips & the Future of Game Development! 🚀
Ready to boost your game development skills? The GameUp Africa October Meetup is just around the corner, and it’s game on for another exciting session! This monthly series for game devs is your chance to connect with game developers, artists, game designers, animators, storytellers, UI/UX experts, and anyone passionate about making games! Whether you’re a […]
September Monthly Meetup Recap: Prototyping, Monetization, and more 🎮
A big shout out to the attendees of the recently concluded September meetup, it was literally game-changing! (pun intended haha). We had a swell time as game developers, artists, designers, and creators from across Africa came together to learn and connect through our shared passion for game development. As we look forward to the next […]
September Meetup: Prototyping, Monetization, and more🎮
It’s time to press ‘Play’ on another exciting GameUp Africa Meetup! This month, we’re diving into game design, prototyping, and monetization strategies with top industry experts who have been reshaping the African gaming landscape. Whether you’re a game developer, an artist, a designer, a storyteller, or just passionate about the creative industry, this event is […]
August Monthly Meetup Recap: Connecting Creatives Across the Continent 🎉
What an exhilarating month it’s been! First, congratulations to all the participants who successfully navigated the assessment phase of the GameUp Africa Bootcamp. You’ve shown resilience, dedication, and passion. Now, the real journey begins as we dive into the learning phase. With 682 applicants from across Africa—70% pursuing programming, 23% diving into art, and 7% […]
