Train2Game news: London Games Festival returns later this year

Train2Game students have the opportunity to take part in a month long celebration of gaming culture when The London Games Festival returns later this year.

The event runs from 27th September to 28th October and will feature exhibitions, game launches, career fairs, educational summits and more. The London Games Festival is being directed by Kirsty Payne, with the last festival in 2010 attracting 75,000 people to 26 events.

“London Games Festival is a real focus for UKIE this year,” says event director Kirsty Payne. “We’re looking to unite the whole industry in a month-long celebration of games and gaming culture, and expect this to be the biggest LGF to date.”

“Anyone can host an event under the London Games Festival banner – so we’re looking forward to getting the capital playing together and celebrating the culture of games from September 27th”she concluded.

“UKIE is delighted to be spearheading  the London Games Festival and it’s the perfect opportunity to bring together and showcase all elements of the interactive entertainment  industry including, education and skills, accessibility, government, talent, innovation and above all, fun events for anyone who likes to play games.” added UKIE CEO Jo Twist, who was a mentor at Train2Game and Epic Game’s recent Make Something Unreal Live contest.

Keep reading the Train2Game Blog for the latest information about The London Games Festival and other interesting events.

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