Gaming and Inclusivity

Exploring the power of game storytelling to break barriers, connect with different experiences, and deepen our understanding of one another.

Join us

Join Swissnex and Villa Albertine in San Francisco for a captivating exploration into the intersection of gaming and inclusivity at our upcoming event on Monday, March 18, 2024 and engage in a thought-provoking conversation with diverse figures from the vibrant gaming world, with the spotlight on storytelling.

Our panelists, including developers immersed in empowering storytelling through their artistic projects and a researcher delving into the societal potentialities of games, will share their experiences of inclusivity and empowerment within the gaming realm.

This event is an opportunity to gain insights from the creators shaping the narrative landscape and understand the broader social impact of gaming.

Experience a dynamic mix of testimonials and game showcases, providing a comprehensive exploration of how gaming serves as a powerful force for historically and socially invisible communities. Discover the hidden potential of storytelling in gaming and its ability to open new avenues for understanding diverse experiences.

In a world where video games have become integral to the entertainment industry, the recent spotlight on the gaming community during the pandemic has revealed its creativity and diversity. Gamers have demonstrated a strong sense of belonging and societal engagement, evident in actions such as those supporting the Black Lives Matter movement and LGBTQIA groups within online gaming communities like Discord or Twitch.

Moving beyond the typical debates surrounding harassment and gender violence, this event aims to offer a fresh perspective on inclusivity in gaming. Our discussion focuses on opportunities for empowerment within the gaming world and how storytelling creates a space for societal reflection.

Discover what it truly means to be part of the gaming community today and explore the evolving role gaming can play in society. Through the lens of game storytelling, gain insights into the hidden power of video games to address social issues and envision alternative realities. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a dialogue that goes beyond the surface, exploring the profound impact of gaming on our perceptions and experiences.

SwissGames at GDC

The event is co-presented by Swissnex and Villa Albertine in the context of the annual Game Developers Conference (GDC), the world’s largest game industry showcase, which takes place in San Francisco every March.

To support Swiss game studios in building relationships with the international game industry and to access the global market, Pro Helvetia and Swissnex in San Francisco co-organize the SwissGames delegation and targeted activities for the selected Swiss game studios looking to advance their skills and careers. This event aims to open a conversation between the Swiss and developers from diverse horizons, focusing on their work in diversity and inclusion in the gaming industry.

Related Events

SwissGames Pitch 2024  (by invitation only)
March 16, 2024, 2:30–6:30 pm
Swissnex, Pier 17, San Francisco
Pier 17, Suite 800, San Francisco, CA 94111

European Game Showcase  (by invitation only)
March 19, 2024, 48pm
Swissnex, Pier 17, San Francisco
Pier 17, Suite 800, San Francisco, CA 94111

SwissGames Delegation at GDC 2024
March 20–22, 2024
Moscone Center, San Francisco, Hall F, Booth N2901

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The event is co-presented by Swissnex and Villa Albertine in the context of the annual Game Developers Conference (GDC), the world’s largest game industry showcase, which takes place in San Francisco every March.