UNWIND
Game Developer Networking Event
Unwind is South Australia's meetup for both the local game industry, and the community around it.
Generally taking place within Beag's Yard at Light Adelaide, a comfortable public outdoor setting to discuss all things industry, games, technology and more.
Developers, Indies, Students, Teachers, Hobbyists, and everyone in-between are welcome and encouraged. We'd love to see laptops, tablets, portfolios or any portable medium that shows off what you've all been working on!
Your first drink is free, mention Unwind at the bar. We hope to see plenty of new & familiar faces at each event!
Photos may be taken over the night to use for promoting the event, however if you do not wish to be photographed, please contact us beforehand.
PLAYBACK
Playtest and Presentation Night
Playback is a showcase & playtest opportunity for for local games. We encourage attendees to bring your own games for testing. At each session we will have short presentations with time for Q&A.
Before, after and in-between presentations everyone attending is invited to bring your own hardware, games, prototypes and showreels to share what you're working on with the local game development community. We will have desks and power points available for your equipment.
If you would like to showcase at a future Playback, please contact us via humanitix, or our socials.
We hope to see plenty of new and familiar faces at each event!
COSY EVENTS
Inclusive Networking Events
A range of cosy, casual events to enjoy that happen throughout the year! Events include:
Ice Cream Social
BBQ
Cafe Crawl
CREATIVES NIGHT OUT
Event collaboration with AVCon
Creatives Night Out is our night to celebrate creatives and the work they do and let every one mingle and network before the busy AVCon weekend. Whether you are exhibiting, creating content, or just a developer looking to meet new people, come join us for a night mingling, meeting new people, and letting off some steam before the busy weekend.
SA GAME INDUSTRY AWARDS
The South Australian Game Industry Awards is a night dedicated to celebrating the talented individuals and studio's that call South Australia home.
The inaugural Game Industry Awards first took place in February 2025 and spanned 1 game award, 1 studio award and 3 personal awards. The awards were judged by a group of industry leaders and community advocates who are not SAGA committee members.