The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) is the world’s largest nonprofit membership organization serving all individuals who create games.
We advance the careers and enhance the lives of game developers by connecting members with their peers, promoting professional development, and advocating for the interests of game developers worldwide.
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You can give back to the organization to help further our ability to provide community and resources to game devs around the world.
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We are a global network of collaborative communities and individuals from all fields of game development, including programmers and producers, designers and artists, writers, businesspeople, QA team members, localization experts, and everyone else who participates in the game development process.
We bring together developers in over 160 local chapters and global special interest groups (SIGs) to improve their lives and their craft.
Learn MoreIGDA members enjoy exclusive discounts on software and events, access to a global network of peers, and a wealth of knowledge and resources to boost their careers and improve their professional lives.
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Call to Action: Studio Leadership Must Prioritize Sustainable Efforts to Prevent LayoffsStudio leaders in the game industry must implement sustainable measures within their organizations to avoid unnecessary layoffs. With more than 8,700 game developers affected by layoffs this year, the...
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SIG
The IGDA Game Credits Special Interest Group (SIG) promotes inclusivity and best practices for how credits are attributed, affecting career and awards prospects.
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WIGSIG was formed to create a positive impact on the game industry with respect to gender balance in the workplace and the marketplace.
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SIG
IGDA GRUX SIG aims to improve games by improving the state of games user research and user experience work.
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Chapter
The Ann Arbor branch of the International Game Developers Association brings Michigan’s game development community together for monthly lectures, exhibitions, tutorials, free food, and industry talks.
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