This Week in Ontario Video Games & XR – September 27, 2024
Everything happening in the Ontario video games industry this week courtesy of Interactive Ontario and CONTINUE!
Experience Warframe at Tokyo Game Show 2024!
Join the team from Digital Extremes at Tokyo Game Show in Hall 07-C01 for an unforgettable Warframe experience! Whether you’re attending in person or tuning in from home, there are exciting events lined up just for you. Catch Devstream #181 live from the main stage on September 28 at 11 a.m. JST (September 27 at 10 p.m. ET) for exclusive reveals, a Q&A session, and much more. Don’t worry if you can’t attend in person – they will be streaming the event live on Twitch.tv/Warframe, followed by a Recap Stream on September 29!
Click here for the devstream!
Elevate Festival 2024: Ontario Games Industry Highlights
Elevate Festival has a legacy of hosting some of the world’s most iconic and influential leaders. Past speakers include Michelle Obama, Al Gore, Martha Stewart, Chris Hadfield, and Dr. Jane Goodall. This year’s festival, running from October 1-3, continues the tradition of spotlighting creative icons and business innovators who transform dreams into reality. Don’t miss Elevate 2024, which includes talks by Ontario game industry figures such as Interactive Ontario President Lucie Lalumière and Lofty Sky CEO Jason Loftus. Learn more here.
Behaviour Interactive Acquires Red Hook Studios!
Our friends at Behaviour Interactive announced the acquisition of Red Hook Studios, the creative minds behind the critically acclaimed Darkest Dungeon series. “Red Hook was looking to grow rapidly, and now, with support from our Montreal team, they can double in size to tackle exciting new projects,” said CEO Rémi Racine. This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for both studios.
Check out the full interview here.
ICYMI: September was packed full of events! Here are a few highlights:
- ThunderCon 2024 (September 21-22, Thunder Bay): A key event for gamers and pop culture fans in Northern Ontario, featuring panels, gaming competitions, and more! Click here for more info on ThunderCon 2024.
- Fera: The Sundered Tribes by Massive Damage launched into Early Access on September 17. This aerial action RPG is generating significant buzz for its blend of city-building elements and epic monster battles! Watch the trailer here.
- Bonus Stage Toronto (September 17): A monthly event featuring discussions and insights from prominent game developers in Ontario, with September’s edition focusing on “Fabric” and hosted by Mighty Yell’s Dave Proctor! Click here to follow Bonus Stage Toronto on Twitter.
These events highlight Ontario’s dynamic gaming ecosystem, from indie game launches to community-driven events!
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Stay tuned for bi-weekly updates on everything happening in the Ontario video game and immersive industries!
