External Development Summit (XDS)

📢 We’re excited to kick off 2025 with a big announcement:  Mark your calendars—#XDS2025 returns September 2–5 at the stunning Parq Vancouver, Canada! Need a sneak peek of what’s in store? Check out our #XDS2024 Wrap Video: https://lnkd.in/gDeJamSc We can’t wait to unveil what’s in store for 2025! Don’t miss a beat—sign up for the #XDS newsletter for all the latest updates and announcements: https://lnkd.in/gu6RKD7n #XDS2025  #xdsspark #ExternalDevelopment  #gamepublishing #gamedev 

In an ever-evolving landscape, leveraging External Development as a tool can help Game Teams expand their ability to deliver against milestones while remaining cost-effective. The ability to remain agile in an unpredictable market, while providing your in-house teams with much-needed support can help maximize efficiency and ensure long-term success! 💡If you’re a studio looking to scale smarter and optimize resources without compromising quality, joining us at the External Development Summit will help educate your team on how to utilize this tool and allow you to establish relationships with high-quality Service Providers in a face-to-face forum. Don’t miss out, buy your Developer Passes now: https://lnkd.in/g_sPEcU #XDS2025 #ExternalDevelopment #GameDev

We're thrilled to welcome back Original Force, Ltd. as a Presenting Partner at the External Development Summit for the third year! Their continued partnership reflects their dedication to driving External Development forward while also championing health and wellness in the industry. Don’t miss the return of the Original Force Booster Bar for #XDS2025! Your one-stop shop to stay energized and fueled throughout the summit.⚡ #ExternalDevelopment #GameDev

Stay informed, stay ahead! The XDS newsletter is a must-read for Developers and Publishers looking to keep up with the latest in External Development. Our latest newsletter features: 🌱 XDS sustainability efforts 🎙️ Latest podcast episode presented by Mineloader Studios featuring Jay Arrera, Production Director at Pipeworks and Jay Minn, Senior Technical Producer at Wizards of the Coast 🚀 The 2025 Insights report, and more! 📩 Don’t miss out, get the latest by subscribing to the XDS Newsletter today! https://lnkd.in/gu6RKD7n 🎧 Listen to the podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gUX9gjtM #XDS2025 #ExternalDevelopment #GameDev

🚀 The XDS Insights Report is here! 🚀 We’re excited to share the 2025 XDS Insights Report on External Development. Our expert Advisory Committee breaks down the latest data to identify key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping External Development, providing valuable insights for Developers and Service Providers looking to stay ahead of the curve. The 2025 report unpacks important industry topics such as: ✅ The growing role of External Development in shaping the future of games ✅ The evolving impact of Artificial Intelligence on External Development ✅ The overall health of the video game industry 📩 Get the full report sent directly to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter! https://lnkd.in/gu6RKD7n Special thanks to the following for their contributions to the report: David K Lam - Author Carla Rylance - Co-Author Our Designer Sandra Erhardt, and our generous community of industry professionals who contributed to the Insights Survey! #XDS2025 #ExternalDevlopment #GameDev

As we set our sights on the 2025 External Development Summit, we want to say a massive thank you to all of our incredible sponsors, with a special round of applause for our Presenting Partners Original Force, Ltd., Side and GlobalStep! Your support makes this event possible, helping us bring together the global External Development community to connect, collaborate, and innovate. #XDS2025 #ExternalDevelopement #GameDev

🎉 We are thrilled to announce Leanne Loombe and Amir Satvat as our Keynote Speakers for the 2025 External Development Summit! Leanne Loombe is a veteran gaming executive who currently serves as EVP and Head of Games at Annapurna, where she oversees publishing, development, and creative. She previously led Netflix's second and third-party development and founded Riot Forge at Riot Games. An expert in game development, she is passionate about crafting games that bring players joy. Her insights into content, creative innovation, and technology provide valuable perspectives on driving industry growth. Amir Satvat is LinkedIn’s # 1 video game influencer and brings his extensive experience to championing the power behind community-driven innovation. His organization, Amir Satvat's Games Community, which he runs for free alongside his day job, is transforming careers, the industry, and also creating valuable conversations for the future of External Development. 🔥 Don’t miss these two incredible speakers on the XDS main stage this September! #XDS2025 #ExternalDevelopment #GameDev

📢 CHECK YOUR EMAIL! 📢 Service Providers, now that we have your attention… Successful applicants for #XDS2025 have been notified. Check your email and confirm your spot! You’ve got 48 hours to complete registration and payment, or unclaimed passes will be made available to our waiting list. 🕜 If you were wait-listed, continue to keep an eye on your inbox in case more passes become available. We want to thank everyone for their interest in joining us this year and wish we could accommodate everyone. Thank you for being part of this incredible community! #ExternalDevelopment #GameDev

‼️Service Providers - as a reminder, registration for XDS25 service provider passes is now open! Don’t miss your window, registration closes on April 4th at 6 pm PST ahead of the selection draw. 🔒Register today ➡️https://lnkd.in/g_sPEcU #XDS2025 #ExternalDevelopment #GameDev

🔊 Calling all Developers and Publishers! Are you looking to stay ahead of industry trends and learn how to leverage External Development to meet your project goals? 📩 Subscribe to our newsletter for expert insights and event information: https://lnkd.in/gu6RKD7n #XDS2025 #ExternalDevelopment #GameDev