GDC 2026
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) brings the game development community together to exchange ideas, solve problems, and shape the future of the industry.
San Francisco, CA, USA
Mar 16 – 20, 2026
About This Conference
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) brings the game development community together to exchange ideas, solve problems, and shape the future of the industry.
Conference Dates
Mar 16 – 20, 2026
Abstract Deadline
Dec 15, 2025
Location
San Francisco
Who Should Attend
- Researchers & Professors in Game Development
- PhD Students & Early Career Scholars
- Industry Professionals in Game Development
Key Topics in Game Development
Attending in San Francisco
San Francisco is a vibrant academic and cultural hub in the United States, making it an excellent destination for conference attendees. Plan your travel early to take advantage of the best accommodation rates.
Quick Info
- City
- San Francisco
- Country
- USA
- Event Format
- Hybrid Format
- Duration
- 5 days
Present Your Research at GDC 2026
Share your findings with leading Game Development scholars. Submission deadline: December 15, 2025.
Abstract Deadline
Frequently Asked Questions
GDC 2026 takes place from March 16, 2026 to March 20, 2026 in San Francisco, CA, USA.
The abstract submission deadline is December 15, 2025 (Deadline has passed). Early submissions are encouraged as slots fill quickly.
This conference targets academic researchers, PhD students, postdoctoral scholars, and industry professionals working in Game Development and related disciplines.
The conference covers a broad range of Game Development themes including Innovation, Methodology, Scalability, Case Studies, Future Policy, and more.
GDC 2026 offers both in-person attendance in San Francisco, CA and online participation.
To submit your research to GDC 2026, visit the official conference website and follow the submission guidelines. Ensure your abstract meets the word limit and covers a topic relevant to Game Development.
Event Details
- 📅 Start
- Mar 16, 2026
- 🏁 End
- Mar 20, 2026
- ⏰ Deadline
- Dec 15, 2025
- 📍 Location
- San Francisco
- 🏷️ Field
- Game Development
- 📝 Max Abstract
- 500 words
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