BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Make Games NYC - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Make Games NYC X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://makegames.nyc X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Make Games NYC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260130T165053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T165053Z UID:542-1769796000-1769803200@makegames.nyc 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/highres_526998266.webp.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260130T165224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T172339Z UID:545-1770537600-1770570000@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:GUMBO Sunday Sprints (FREE COWORKING!) DESCRIPTION:Gumbo’s monthly open coworking day! Meet other devs\, focus\, and get some work done on your games. \nAGENDA:\n10am – croissants + coffee (free!)\, hang out\, meet people\n10:30am – huddle – set a goal for the day\n11am-6pm – work sprint!\n6pm – huddle2 – show what we got done for the day!\n(Huddles are optional- if you’re feeling shy\, just hang out and work) \nSunday Sprints will be a held monthly\, the day before Playtest Mondays (second Monday of the month). \nPro tip: Bring what you get done on your Sunday Sprint to Playtest Monday! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/gumbo-sunday-sprints-free-coworking/ LOCATION:GUMBO ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/highres_528863857.webp.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T213000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260204T181736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T182110Z UID:560-1770660000-1770672600@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NY Tech Meetup: Gaming Edition DESCRIPTION:​The NY Tech Meetup returns on Monday\, February 9 with a gaming-focused edition bringing together creators\, builders\, and players shaping what’s next. \n​Come for the innovation. Stay for the connections. \n​​Program \n​​6:00 PM: Doors Open \n​​6:30 PM: Welcome + Demos \n​​7:50 PM: Community Ask / Offer \n​​8:00 PM After-party & Networking \n​Demoers \n​NYU Game Design Future Lab \n​Munity Games (SHOOTLANZER)\nCYBRLICH Studio (CYBRLICH)\nRemixing Reality\nMade in BK Games \n​NYU Game Center \n​Abigail\nCoalescent: Tidal Rapture \n​Tabling Games: Coexist Gaming \n​Auteurian Pro \n​Developer: Kahleem Poole-Tejada \n​Name of game: Legendary Heroes A Game Of Death \n​Description: High speed chaos action beat em up\, Enemies Not Targets \n​TILT Games \n​Developers: Erik Kovac\, Michael Tsai\, and Thomas Coldiron \n​Description: “A 1v1 Roguelike Twinstick shooter with attitude!” \n​Tabling Games: GUMBO Collective \n​Captain Corgi: Planetary Problem Solver \n​Mr Wolf is up to no good and Lil Red might be in trouble! It’s up to Captain Corgi to investigate and figure out what’s really going on. \n​https://store.steampowered.com/app/3131700/Captain_Corgi_Planetary_Problem_Solver/ \n​Caxtilteca \n​Caxtilteca is a 4 player mini RTS set in colonial Mexico. Play as Tlaxcalan dukes defending themselves against their former friends and allies for land. The only way to do this is to organize your army of peasants\, knights\, and towers to the most efficient arrangement for money collection while also constantly juggling your opponents who have the exact same goal. Messy pulse pounding multiplayer ensues. \n​youtube.com/watch?si=KVgl1FwWn7Jr-C2W&v=jdjBDh2ZpCg&feature=youtu.be \n​Revenant \n​A top-town 3d card driven arena shooter with deep strategic layers and hypnotic audio. \n​https://youtu.be/MQvsnwm-OVI?si=YIOoTDyd2deLM23E \n​Nira: Across Skies \n​A 3d momentum platformer in a rebuilding solar punk world. \n​https://store.steampowered.com/app/4276140/Nira_Across_Skies/ \n​Summon Island: The Robot Pirate Invasion Was Today?! \n​This wizard vacation has quickly turned into an all out war! Summon powerful allies to protect yourself against\, and save the island from the robot pirate invasion! \n​https://store.steampowered.com/app/3272010/Summon_Island_The_Robot_Pirate_Invasion_Was_Today/ \n​BumbleBear Time Machine \n​A slot machine deck builder time machine. \n​http://bumblebeargames.com/ \n​Skate Story \n​Ollie\, kickflip\, and grind your way through the ash and smoke of the Underworld as you take on a seemingly impossible quest. Skate fast to destroy demons and save other tortured souls on your journey from fragile beginner to a hardened skater. \n​https://skatestory.com/ \n​Cell to Singularity \n​Cell to Singularity is an idle game about evolution\, human civilization\, and technology. Start as a single cell organism and progress through the tree of life. Each biological upgrade brings you closer to engulfing an entire planet with a civilization on the brink of technological singularity. Evolution never ends. \n​https://celltosingularity.com/ \n​Meetup Partners \n​NYCEDC \n​Discover the innovative and growing digital game design ecosystem in New York City. \n​New York City has a growing digital games industry and a world-class creative sector to cultivate inspiration\, talent\, and expertise. NYCEDC\, together with the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME)\, develop local events and support game developers to build and grow their digital games studios. \n​Learn more here \n​NYU Game Design Future Labs + NYU Game Center Incubator \n​The Game Design Future Lab (GDFL) focuses on digital game design\, development\, infrastructure for games and emerging media with the aim of increasing video gaming production for the current ecosystem\, business growth of indie studios and supporting NYC entrepreneurs and digital game developers moving forward. Since 2025\, our incubator program\, backed by NYCEDC\, has been helping a select cohort of companies in their mission to develop sustainable growth in NYC. \n​The NYU Game Center Game Center is the Department of Game Design at the Tisch School of the Arts. The NYU Game Center is dedicated to the exploration of games as a cultural form and game design as creative practice. Since 2014\, the NYU Game Center Incubator has helped transform small independent game projects into polished\, launched games. With the help of our faculty as well as a dedicated group of industry advisors\, the program provides time\, space\, guidance and resources to help set teams up for success. \n​Learn more about NYU Game Design Future Lab and NYU Game Center incubator. \n​Coexist Gaming \n​Coexist Gaming Agency is a full-service platform that connects brands\, talent\, and products to the next-generation audience in a way few organizations can. With over five years of credibility in the entertainment and gaming ecosystem\, Coexist has built a powerful footprint through digital memberships\, community-led experiences\, and a flagship gaming and creator space in Midtown New York City\, now expanding nationwide. At its core\, Coexist designs and builds immersive worlds\, both physical and digital\, and gamifies engagement across them. The agency operates as a cultural bridge\, creating authentic ecosystems that reflect how the next generation gathers\, plays\, and creates. \n​Learn more here \n​Game Devs of Color Expo \n​Game Devs of Color (GDoC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to amplifying and empowering developers of color in the gaming industry. Since our founding\, we’ve focused on elevating talented creators and their innovative work\, providing award-winning platforms and opportunities that help developers of color bring their unique games to life and connect with the broader gaming community. \n​Learn more here \n​GUMBO Collective NYC \n​The Gumbo Collective is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to fostering a community of independent game developers in New York City. Our mission is to provide space for these creators to work and collaborate as well as connecting them with the resources to help them succeed in a highly competitive market. \n​Learn more here \n​Women in Games NYC \n​An IRL Community and Discord server for female-identifying / femme individuals in the NYC games community. \n​Learn more here \n​About NY Tech Meetup\nNYTM is our signature event that has been a staple for the NYC tech ecosystem since 2004. It’s the world’s largest meetup group of its kind with members who have a common interest in learning from and helping one another. At each event\, entrepreneurs\, founders\, CEOs\, and their teams demo cutting edge and transformative tech\, answer questions from attendees and network with all in a welcoming\, fun-filled space. Since its creation\, over 1\,000 companies have participated and have been a driving force of innovation and job creation in NYC and the greater NY area. \nThis event is a perfect place to start if you are new to tech\, to New York City\, or to the New York tech ecosystem. It’s all about meeting people and having a “front row seat” to learn of the latest innovations that address market opportunities. \n​Secure your spot now! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/cover-image-for-ny-tech-meetup-gaming-edition-avatar-for-nyta-presented-by-nyta-subscribe-hosted-by-doug-binette-mitu-khandaker-90-going-nycedc-rajiv-jadhav-and-88-others-contact-the-host-report/ LOCATION:Civic Hall\, 124 E 14th St\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/3062100e-2c01-4afc-84a2-54fcb4662de6.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260127T132900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T132900Z UID:530-1770836400-1770847200@makegames.nyc 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/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Meetup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3368.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260216T201019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T201019Z UID:574-1771351200-1771362000@makegames.nyc 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/LUT.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260212T185609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T185609Z UID:565-1771522200-1771529400@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYU Weekly Thursday Playtest DESCRIPTION:INFO: \nPlaytest Thursdays \n \n\nPlaytest Thursdays\n\nPlay work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \n\nThe local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\nA board game about the Y2K panic you just started\nAn idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\nA mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\nThe new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\nA CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test\n\nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Participate\nJust show up! No sign-up necessary\, and you can show-up anytime between 5:30-7:30PM on Thursdays. Enter through the NYU lobby\, head up to the 2nd Floor\, and make your way down the long hallway to Room 233. All you need to bring is your game and all the equipment/pieces/board to play it. Or just bring yourself! \nWhen you arrive\, we’ll have open tables to set-up your game\, or you can just walk around and start playing! NYU Game Center Librarians are always around if you need help finding space or players. \nEXTERNAL GUESTS OF NYU – Please fill out this Playtest Thursday visitor request form to gain access to 370 Jay Street on Playtest Thursdays this Spring 2026 semester: https://forms.gle/fsSFWjtqAF2wEGpW9 \n  URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyu-weekly-thursday-playtest/ LOCATION:NYU Game Center\, 370 Jay Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260216T192404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T192404Z UID:571-1771524000-1771538400@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYC INDIE DEV NIGHT / CO-WORK / CO-OP EDITION / OS-NYC / February 19th DESCRIPTION:RSVP:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-indie-dev-night-co-work-co-op-edition-os-nyc-february-19th-tickets-1982288374891?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl \nOverview\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on February 19th for NYC Indie Dev Night at OS-NYC\, where local developers showcase their latest games and projects! \n\n\n\n\nJoin Playcrafting for a night of gaming and community at OS-NYC! \nThis month’s Indie Dev Night is all about cooperative games (and spirit!). OS has partnered with us to offer the Playcrafting community a little co-op treat. A free day of co-working at OS before IDN! During the day\, OS is a coworking space – so bring your projects! OS co-working offers quiet focus when you need it. Playtests\, feedback\, and community when you don’t. Come work alongside other devs and people from other industries and disciplines. In the spirit of working together\, we’d love to see CO-OP games at IDN! \n\nMonday – Friday 9 am-5 pm\nAccess to the stream booth for private calls\nAccess to members room\nComplementary tea and coffee\nDiscounted pass on weekdays\nSpecial access to OS events\nSpecial membership discount for Playcrafting community\n\nAnd don’t worry\, as always\, the theme is simply inspiration. Whether your game is co-op or not – bring it! \nCome playtest\, share your work\, meet new friends\, and celebrate NYC’s indie game community. \nHappy Hour is 5-7 pm\, you’re welcome to come early! \nFollow us on socials\, and sign up for our newsletter for more gaming events and updates. \nhttps://linktr.ee/playcrafting.org \nEXHIBITOR INFORMATION:\n\nAll exhibitors must purchase an exhibitor’s ticket on Eventbrite ($25+Eventbrite fees). Exhibitor ticket sales end 3 days before the event.\nIndie Dev Night starts at 6 pm; we like to have everyone set up and ready by 6:30. You can begin setting up at 5:30 pm.\nGaming stations are first-come\, first-served! Our OS event space has tv monitors\, PC stations and table space for your laptop or table top game.\nDo not bring your own TV or Monitors\, we will use the ones already in place at OS. If you need an adapter to connect to HDMI\, please bring that.\nYou can bring anyone you’d like to work your table with you\, at no additional cost. Bring as many people as you would like.\nYou may bring signage and decorations for your table to advertise your game/studio – we encourage it.\nPlease bring your own controllers; they will be in short supply.\nYes\, you can eat and drink at your table.\nOS is not responsible for anything lost or stolen; OS is a secure spot\, but we want everyone to be mindful as it gets busy. You can ask someone from Playcrafting to watch your table if you need to step away.\nOS and Playcrafting have a no-harassment policy. Zero tolerance. Anyone harassing anyone for any reason will be removed. We work together as a community to keep developer and community spaces safe for everyone. URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyc-indie-dev-night-co-work-co-op-edition-os-nyc-february-19th/ LOCATION:OS NYC\, 50 Bowery\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260212T195252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T195252Z UID:567-1772820000-1772834400@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:GameMaker x Coexist Gamehouse Meetup DESCRIPTION:INFO:\nhttps://www.meetup.com/gamemaker-meetup/events/313315619/ \n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nGameMaker and Coexist have teamed up to host a meetup in NYC! Be there on March 6th from 6-10pm EST. \nGameMaker developers will be showcasing their games during this event! There will be a tab on the bar for people to enjoy free drinks. \nTo get in for free\, RSVP here: https://www.coexistgaming.com/event-details/gamemaker-meetup \nWe hope to see you there! (21+ event) URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/gamemaker-x-coexist-gamehouse-meetup/ LOCATION:CoExist\, 325 W 38th St\, New York\, NY\, 11435\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260310T161511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T161511Z UID:584-1773336600-1773343800@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:Playtest Thursdays - NYU Games Center DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \n The local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\n A board game about the Y2K panic you just started\n An idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\n A mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\n The new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\n A CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/playtest-thursdays-nyu-games-center/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260310T162428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T162428Z UID:590-1773493200-1773507600@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:Monthly 2 Hr GameJam Club: Plingpling Pinball DESCRIPTION:Welcome and hello Plingpling Pinball users \nIn this edition of 2HR GAMEJAM OF THE MONTH CLUB participants will learn the fundamentals of making games with Plingpling Pinball! \nBring a laptop that can run Plingpling Pinball! \n1:00 PM Doors \n1:30 PM Workshop \n2:00 PM Game Jam Starts! \n4:00 PM Jam Ends\, Presentations Start! \n5:00 PM The arcade opens for regular use URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/monthly-2-hr-gamejam-club-plingpling-pinball/ LOCATION:Wonderville\, 1186 Broadway\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11221\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/gjotmc202603.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260317T021211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T021211Z UID:604-1773770400-1773777600@makegames.nyc 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 CATEGORIES:Meetup,Showcase,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260310T162014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T162014Z UID:586-1773941400-1773948600@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:Playtest Thursdays - NYU Game Center DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \n The local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\n A board game about the Y2K panic you just started\n An idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\n A mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\n The new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\n A CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/playtest-thursdays-nyu-game-center/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260310T162153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T162153Z UID:588-1774546200-1774553400@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:Playtest Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \n The local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\n A board game about the Y2K panic you just started\n An idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\n A mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\n The new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\n A CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/playtest-thursdays/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260310T162646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T162646Z UID:593-1774983600-1774994400@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:Wonderville's Last Tuesday of the month PLAYTEST DESCRIPTION:Playtest Night is EVERY last Tuesday of EVERY month at Wonderville! \nCome to Wonderville to playtest in production games! \nIf you’re a developer\, bring your game! No signups required. URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/wondervilles-last-tuesday-of-the-month-playtest-4/ LOCATION:Wonderville\, 1186 Broadway\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11221\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/playtest202603.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T092101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T092101Z UID:612-1775151000-1775156400@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYU Playtest Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \nThe local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\nA board game about the Y2K panic you just started\nAn idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\nA mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\nThe new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\nA CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyu-playtest-thursdays/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T203000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T093127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T093127Z UID:622-1775156400-1775161800@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYU Game Center Lecture Series Presents Lili Ibrahim DESCRIPTION:The Monument Valley series is known for the way it elegantly intertwines visual art and game design. In this talk\, Lili Ibrahim\, Art Director on Monument Valley 3\, will peel back the curtain on the creative and production processes behind the hit game. How can puzzle designers and visual artists collaborate seamlessly? How do you structure level design collaboration so that ideas can be sparked by both design and art experimentation? Lili’s lecture will peek behind the scenes to reveal step-by-step deconstruction of puzzle levels\, explaining team collaboration and dynamics\, with an emphasis on the role that visual design can play. Come join us for an evening of beautifully puzzling art and design. \nThis talk will also be live streamed at twitch.tv/nyugamecenter \nPoster design by Up On Goblin Hill. Find more of his work here: https://www.upongoblinhill.com/ URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyu-game-center-lecture-series-presents-lili-ibrahim/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/NYU_Monument_Lecture_uogh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T092229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T092229Z UID:614-1775755800-1775763000@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYU Playtest Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \nThe local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\nA board game about the Y2K panic you just started\nAn idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\nA mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\nThe new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\nA CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyu-playtest-thursdays-2/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T092356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T092852Z UID:616-1776360600-1776367800@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYU Playtest Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \n– The local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\n– A board game about the Y2K panic you just started\n– An idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\n– A mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\n– The new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\n– A CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyu-playtest-thursdays-3/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T094519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T094519Z UID:625-1776794400-1776801600@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:IGDA NYC: Level Up Tuesday DESCRIPTION: URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/igda-nyc-level-up-tuesday/ LOCATION:CoExist\, 325 W 38th St\, New York\, NY\, 11435\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetup,Talk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T092550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T092828Z UID:618-1776965400-1776972600@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYU Playtest Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \n– The local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\n– A board game about the Y2K panic you just started\n– An idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\n– A mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\n– The new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\n– A CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyu-playtest-thursdays-4/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T081136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T081232Z UID:608-1777402800-1777413600@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:Wonderville Playtest Night DESCRIPTION:Playtest Night is EVERY last Tuesday of EVERY month at Wonderville! \nCome to Wonderville to playtest in production games! \nIf you’re a developer\, bring your game! No signups required. URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/https-www-wonderville-nyc-events-playtest-4-28-26/ LOCATION:Boshi’s Place\, 1002 Metropolitan Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11211\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/playtest202604.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T195047 CREATED:20260402T092751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T092751Z UID:620-1777570200-1777577400@makegames.nyc SUMMARY:NYU Playtest Thursdays DESCRIPTION:Play work-in-progress games\, give your feedback\, and help develop the practice of game design in New York City. Bring a game\, play games by our students\, faculty\, and local NYC game designers\, and discuss how to push mechanics\, refine designs\, and bring everyone’s game to the next level. \nDesigners\, players\, and game enthusiasts of any level of expertise are welcome. The best playtests include players from all kinds of backgrounds\, interests\, and knowledge of games\, so if you’re interested in coming to test\, you already have fulfilled the necessary requirements! \nBring any and all games\, prototypes\, or early stage ideas to Playtest Thursday like: \n– The local multiplayer game you’ve been working on for months\n– A board game about the Y2K panic you just started\n– An idea for a new use for a 52 card deck you had in a dream last night\n– A mod of Portal 2 you’re working on for a job application\n– The new sport you’ve developed called Mega Huge Dunks Ball™\n– A CCG about the House of Representatives you need a ton of people to test \nGames tested at Playtest Thursday have gone on to be accepted at IndieCade\, the IGF\, Come Out & Play\, Casual Connect\, and more! Join the ranks of these amazing games by testing your game in a room full of some of the best designers in New York City! URL:https://makegames.nyc/event/nyu-playtest-thursdays-5/ LOCATION:NYU Games Center\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11201\, United States CATEGORIES:Playtest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://makegames.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_3367.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR