Digital Games

Discover the thriving digital game design ecosystem in New York City.

New York City is becoming a major player in the world of digital games. NYCEDC, together with the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment, supports local events, and provides a number of programs to help game developers build and grow their studios.

NYC Game Design Future Lab

NYCEDC and NYU Tandon are partnering on a new Digital Game Design Incubator to establish NYC as a hub for digital game development and production. The Game Design Future Lab (GDFL) will enable developer success through personalized and strategic mentorship, industry-specific and fundamental business workshops, investor outreach, access to new technologies and network building. This one-year in-person program is designed to help digital gaming startups reach their goals by providing desk space, in-person staff support, academic and industry mentorship, networking opportunities, investor guidance, tailored workshops, and office hours. The first year's cohort will consist of six game developers or startups. Applications for the first cohort are due by January 5th, 2025.

GDC at AI Summit

The Game Developers Conference (GDC) is the world’s largest and longest-running event serving professionals dedicated to the art and science of making games. GDC is joining The AI Summit New York to present the GDC Stage and GDC Zone. Exhibitions to showcase interactive demos and networking as well as a series of presentations and discussions around generative artificial intelligence (AI) in game development. GDC is partnering with NYCEDC, the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME), and New York City Tourism + Conventions at The AI Summit New York, for the 2024 edition of the Summit. For more details on the GDC @ The AI Summit, please visit the official AI Summit website.