
2026 Game Devs of Color Expo
Our 11th annual celebration of Game Devs of Color will connect you with an uplifting community of creators from around the world! Experience the future of the games at our virtual-first, multi-day celebration of creativity from September 22-25. You’ll hear from new voices and established talent — and ultimately learn what it takes to thrive in this industry.
Join us for:
- A world-class online conference with talks, panels, and interviews featuring industry experts.
- Unique networking opportunities with potential collaborators, publishers, and employers.
- The GDoCExpo Direct - the latest exclusive news about upcoming games, directly from the developers to you!
- Our annual Steam Sale - get your hands on some of the hottest games and demos by creators of colors, featuring discounts and broadcasts from the developers themselves.
- Grant Awards Ceremony, live chat, digital booths, meetings, job board, and more!
Check out our website for more information about Game Devs of Color, and visit our YouTube channel to find examples of past talks.
All are welcome
The Game Devs of Color Expo is a safe space where you can express yourself in a respectful manner without fear of judgment or harassment. All participants and visitors are expected to treat other participants, visitors, staff, and the general public with respect.
You can see the full code of conduct on our website.
Need-based tickets
Unable to afford a paid ticket? Need-based tickets are available — just apply using this form.
Share your excitement
After grabbing your ticket, follow us on Bluesky, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for updates. Use the #GDoCExpo hashtag to share the love! If you want more good vibes, check out our YouTube channel to see past talks, interviews, and panels.
Press & media
This annual event is one of a kind. We invite you to participate in our supportive, uplifting experience and share the joys with your audience. Request a press pass for the opportunity to meet unique game creators for behind-the-scenes interviews.
Support our community
Game Devs of Color Expo is a labor of love, organized by a small handful of contributors. We can’t do it alone. Sponsorship helps us make bigger, better events that reach more people — which ultimately provides a larger platform for our diverse community. If you or your company may be interested in helping us support our cause, we would love to work with you. Learn more about sponsorship or contact us now to start sponsoring this year’s event.
About Game Devs of Color
Game Devs of Color, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to amplify the creative power held by people of color in games. We do this by organizing revolutionary events, uniting our vibrant community, and building access to knowledge, funding, and opportunities.



















