WASD X IGN announces partnership with Into Games to support aspiring video games professionals
A new event for 2023, WASD x IGN will showcase a giant collection of new, current and retro games in London on 14-16th September 2023
Leading events company Roucan is delighted to announce a partnership between Into Games and WASD Careers at their upcoming WASD x IGN video games extravaganza event, taking place 14-16th September at the Truman Brewery in London.
A new event for 2023, WASD x IGN It will fall in the post-gamescom window of 14-16th September to show and amplify pre-release, brand new and always-on games.
Bringing together the two best elements of both brands - the indie spirit of WASD and the blockbuster powerhouse of IGN - the event will showcase a giant collection of new, current and retro games in a larger space in the Truman Brewery.
After a successful partnership at WASD 2023 in March, Into Games returns to curate relevant, educational content for career seekers at WASD X IGN, drawing on a strong network of studio partners to prepare future game developers for employment. Into Games will also help those interested in working in the industry with personal meetings.
Declan Cassidy, CEO of Into Games, commented; “"It's so good to be back again working with the team at WASD, connecting the UK's top games talent with the next generation of game developers. WASD x IGN event is the perfect opportunity to get advice, guidance and support into a rewarding career in games, and we can't wait to announce a stellar line-up of industry heroes."
WASD Careers is expected to welcome thousands of students seeking a future in video games and those who are curious about working in the world's fastest-growing entertainment business. WASD Careers will feature talks, guidance and presentations from all disciplines of the video games industry.
David Lilley, Co-Founder of events company Roucan, said; It’s great to continue our successful partnership with Into Games. Both organisations are passionate about connecting students with industry, so a continued focus on ‘how to get a job in games’ can only help place the stars of the future. It was definitely one of the most popular elements of WASD, so we’re looking for bigger and more in September”.
The continued partnership between WASD Careers and Into Games will inspire and prepare young people looking to get involved with the video games industry, to make a difference in their futures.
