Name: GaMaYo #21, Thursday 23rd November, Wakefield
Uploaded: 2023-07-04T17:12:23Z
Description: Game demos, an arcade, awards, networking for game-makers in Yorkshire and The North in the fantastic surroundings of the new Tileyard North

GaMaYo #21, Thursday 23rd November, Wakefield

Game Republic is the award-winning largest industry-led professional games network for the North of England. Game Republic's network includes games developers, publishers, universities and games-related companies - and in 2023 celebrated its 20th year with Official Partners Red Kite Games, Barclays and Xsolla. Members include Team17, Revolution, Sumo Digital, Double Eleven, Boneloaf, the University of Huddersfield, GG Insurance, Rebellion North and Eaton Smith. Game Republic organises monthly networking meetings in the north of England, which in the past year have featured companies such as ID@Xbox, Yogscast Games, Sony, Unity, Valve, Devolver and Epic Games - and also runs and organises the GaMaYo free network and event that welcomes 400+ developers and 40+ game demos. Game Republic provides members with business advice, essential contacts, educational partner links and discounts on major events such as the Develop Conference in Brighton. Game Republic also has excellent links with national organisations such as  BAFTA and also runs trade missions to GDC with the Department for Business and Trade.For more information on joining Game Republic hit the website: www.gamerepublic.net

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Game demos, an arcade, awards, networking for game-makers in Yorkshire and The North in the fantastic surroundings of the new Tileyard North

Tileyard North

GaMaYo #21 supported by Headline Sponsor <a href="https://tileyardnorth.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Tileyard North</a>Event sponsor: LenovoThursday 23rd November 6pm - 10.30pmTileyard North, Wakefield WF1 5FYT﻿his event is the penultimate event of Game Republic's 20th Anniversary year of events supported by our Official Partners - Red Kite Games, Escape Technology and Barclays.It's the return of GaMaYo with headline sponsor Tileyard North and event sponsor Lenovo! GaMaYo #21 is set to be the biggest yet, but with more space, to network, see, play new games from our Yorkshire and Northern developers and get some quiet time. The event will also include the announcement of the 20th Anniversary Game Republic Award winners with special guests. Nominations for the awards close on 30th September - you can nominate <a href="https://gamerepublic.net/awards" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>Tileyard North is the new creative industries destination in the North - on Wakefield's Waterfront - providing recording studios, creative offices, content spaces, event venues, meeting rooms, and delicious food &amp; beverage offerings onsite. The incredible event space will mean that more games can be demo'ed, you will be able to enjoy arcade games, and quiet areas in a fantastic setting with easy transport links and car parking nearby.TRAVEL - The nearest car parking is at the Waterfront Car Park on Barnsley Road or The Hepworth Wakefield car park, and there are bicycle racks onsite for those who prefer to cycle. Just a few minutes walk from the nearest station Wakefield Kirkgate or a 20-minute walk/10-minute taxi from Wakefield Westgate if you're arriving via train. Parking is not permitted onsite, double yellow lines are enforced on Tootal Street.Big thanks to our Headline Sponsor Tileyard North and our event sponsor Lenovo - also our incredible Official Partners for 2023, and our Award sponsors Eaton-Smith Solicitors, Other Things, Red Kite Games, Barclays, Escape Technology and Lenovo. If you would also like to demo a game at the event, please indicate details on the "Game Demo" question when you buy a ticket. You will also be given an option to have a tour of the amazing spaces and studios at Tileyard North or to request more information.This event is FREE for Game Republic members. If you would like to make a donation to SpecialEffect - our charity partner for 2023, you will be able to do that when you confirm your ticket in the email we will send to you. If you have a free ticket code please do not pass this on to non-members. If you buy a ticket then later can't attend, please cancel the ticket to free up the place, as there are limited numbers.See you there!J﻿amie SeftonGame Republic/GaMaYo

GaMaYo #21, Thursday 23rd November, Wakefield

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