Are you a Nigerian gamer, game developer, or enthusiast? Mark your calendars for Game Expo 24, a dynamic event set to take place on Saturday, August 17th, 2024, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM WAT at the Lemaco Event Centre, Ada George, Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Organized by Game Verse, this event aims to propel the Nigerian gaming industry forward and cultivate a thriving ecosystem for creators and players alike in the southeastern region of Lagos, Nigeria. Gamers and gaming enthusiasts in Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Abia, Anambra, Ebonyi, Enugu, Imo, and Rivers states are all invited to come and showcase their skills and talents.
Game Expo 24 offers a comprehensive experience for everyone involved in the gaming world. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a passionate gamer, there’s something for you.
There will be Industry talks where you can gain valuable insights from gaming experts as they share their knowledge on various topics. Learn about game design, development tools, marketing strategies, and the unique landscape of the African gaming market.
You’ll also get the chance to witness the creativity and talent of Nigerian game developers firsthand who will be on ground to showcase their work, gather feedback from players and potential investors, and network with other industry professionals.
Gamers will compete in a game jam with a prize pool of over 300,000 naira, the best female game jam team will also win a sum of 100,000 naira, and the game expo tournament with game titles PUBG and CODM has a prize pool of over 400,000 naira.
Official sponsors for the event include some of Nigeria’s leading Esports companies; the Nexal Gaming Company, Africa Comicade, Divvivson Games, Aziy Games, Let’s build Dao, Yelobyte, Game Pride, Bamba, Uniport Tech Community, among others.
The event will facilitate connections between developers, artists, players, and investors. This collaboration will foster knowledge sharing and discussions that explore how to integrate African culture into games in a meaningful way.
Game Expo 24 is a not-to-be-missed event for anyone passionate about gaming in Nigeria so hurry up and register! Whether you’re looking to gain knowledge, network with like-minded individuals, showcase your skills, or simply enjoy a day celebrating gaming culture, this event has something to offer. Mark your calendars, grab your gaming gear, and get ready to be a part of this movement shaping the future of Nigerian gaming!
Last Updated on July 3, 2024