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SUMMARY:GUMBO Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:The last Friday of each month\, we host a happy hour! Come eat some snacks\, drink\, and game dev with us. \nIn order to keep this event (and others) sustainable\, we are charging a small fee. Patreon members get complimentary access to all our events. \nIf you’d like to attend but have an issue with the fee\, please reach out! Our mission first and foremost is to ensure that everyone feels welcome in our space. \nWe are located in Suite 301. If the door downstairs is locked\, please CALL (do not text) 718 819 7754‬.
URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/gumbo-happy-hour/
LOCATION:GUMBO
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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SUMMARY:NYC Indie Games Social
DESCRIPTION:This month’s social will be in the Madison Square region\, indoors. \nAbout 🌇🍎🎮🍻☕🍨💖 \nThe NYC Indie Games social is a long-running monthly gathering for indie game devs and pals of all stripes to mix and mingle in a casual\, relaxed setting\, every first Wednesday. \nPro or aspiring devs\, hobbyists\, students\, collaborators\, fans\, friends\, and significant others are all welcome! Please feel free to share widely and invite a friend or three. \nVenue Info 🏢📍 \nThis month’s location is indoors. The venue is a sports bar serving food and a broad selection of alcoholic and NA beverages\, with vegan options available. Ordering is at the bar or via phone app to your table (no shared checks to split). \nUnder-21s are welcome to attend; children and minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nThe venue is wheelchair accessible. If you have questions about any particular access needs\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch! \nCapacity Limits 🫸👥👥🫷 \nPlease register if you plan to attend\, and if your plans change\, make sure to promptly update your RSVP so someone on the waitlist can use your spot. \nDonate 💵⬇️🫙❤️ \nSuggested donation: $2 \nThe NYC Indie Games Socials are and have always been free to attend. Your voluntary donations help me keep these going and cover the cost of the newsletter service I use to send event reminders. Any contributions are greatly appreciated! \nYou can donate while registering through Luma\, or directly anytime: \nVenmo: @Jessica-Haskins-28\nPaypal: @jessrhaskins \nCovid Safety 💉😷💜 \nWe gather outdoors when possible to minimize the risk of transmitting Covid\, flu\, and other airborne diseases. During the winter months\, we’ll generally be indoors. Check the event to see whether it’ll be inside or outside; if we need to move to another part of the space\, I’ll give as much notice as I can. \nFor the safety of our community\, please only come if you’re up to date on vaccinations and feeling healthy. Masks are always welcome. \nIf after an event you feel ill\, test positive\, or realize you were exposed before coming out\, please notify me so I can alert other attendees. Your privacy will be protected. \nKeep in mind that some are only able to attend and enjoy these events because of this policy. Thanks for your cooperation! \nLogo by Roussina Valkova. \nNYC Indie Games: https://jesshaskins.com/nycindiegames \nSign up for email notifications of new events: https://buttondown.email/nycindiegames
URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyc-indie-games-social-4/
CATEGORIES:Meetup
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SUMMARY:Level Up Tuesday: Industry Talk + Networking + Game Showcase
DESCRIPTION:MAKE SURE TO RSVP to get in for FREE. Otherwise\, there is a $20 cover change.  \nLevel Up Tuesdays is your space to learn\, connect\, and play with fellow game developers in NYC.  \nEvery month\, there is talk from an industry professional\, following which there will be spotlights/demos of local games\, alongside a cool place to network with other game devs. \nThis Month’s Speaker: M. Paul Weeks (He/Him) \nSpecializing in making competitive games for the browser\, M. Paul Weeks has been the game director and lead designer on both Tough Love Arena and Scramble Heart City. \nHis talk\, “How to Balance a Fighting Game” will give a brief overview of how fighting games work\, followed by a discussion and series of case studies on how fighting games have been balanced over the years. While the examples will be specific\, the lessons apply to balancing any kind of competitive game. \nFeaturing: \nScramble Heart City by M. Paul Games – A 3v3 tag fighting game that’s playable in the browser. \nFloaty Fighters by Shattered Games – It’s fight or flight! Battle it out in the sky as four unique combatants in this free movement fighting game. It’s anyone’s game\, think on the fly! Play with up to four players locally! \n⸻ \nLevel Up Tuesday is where NYC devs: \n• Test their games\n• Get real feedback\n• Meet collaborators\n• Build momentum \nShow up. Bring a friend. Bring a build. Let’s level up.
URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/level-up-tuesday-industry-talk-networking-game-showcase/
LOCATION:CoExist\, 325 W 38th St\, New York\, NY\, 11435\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meetup,Showcase,Talk
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SUMMARY:"Secrets of Steam" - Level Up Tuesday Talk\, Showcase\, & Networking
DESCRIPTION:MAKE SURE TO RSVP to get in for FREE. Otherwise\, there is a $20 cover change.  \nLevel Up Tuesdays is your space to learn\, connect\, and play with fellow game developers in NYC.  \nEvery month\, there is talk from an industry professional\, following which there will be spotlights/demos of local games\, alongside a cool place to network with other game devs. \nThis month’s talk will be given by Erik Kovac! \nAfter a decade in games\, Erik helps indie devs and brands connect with audiences. From designing databases and tools for marketing\, to consulting and releasing 10+ games across every platform\, Erik is passionate about helping devs build towards a sustainable future.  \nFor his talk\, “Secrets of Steam\,” Erik will give us a deep dive into how Steam functions and how your game can financially succeed.\nFeaturing: \nA Little Perspective by Tad Cordle – A minimalistic\, abstract puzzle game that blends perception and reality. \nOloo by Ruslan Krasikov – A 2D physics based platformer that references Gish\, Limbo\, and Rain World. \n⸻ \nLevel Up Tuesday is where NYC devs: \n• Test their games\n• Get real feedback\n• Meet collaborators\n• Build momentum \nShow up. Bring a friend. Bring a build. Let’s level up.
URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/secrets-of-steam-level-up-tuesday-talk-showcase-networking/
LOCATION:CoExist\, 325 W 38th St\, New York\, NY\, 11435\, United States
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SUMMARY:IGDA NYC: Level Up Tuesday
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URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/igda-nyc-level-up-tuesday/
LOCATION:CoExist\, 325 W 38th St\, New York\, NY\, 11435\, United States
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