Showcasing Educational Initiatives and Celebrating Innovation at the 2024 Games for Change Festival
Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, is set to participate in the 2024 Games for Change Festival, the annual go-to event for those passionate about using games and immersive media to drive social change. This collaboration underscores Xsolla’s commitment to fostering innovation and education within the gaming community.
Embracing the 2030 Marker: Gaming for Global Change
This year’s Festival theme, The 2030 Marker: A Catalyst for Global Change, spotlights gaming’s power in tackling global sustainability goals. Xsolla will take a prominent role, showcasing its cutting-edge educational programs. Highlights include the Xsolla Curine Academy in Kuala Lumpur, the Xsolla Online Academy, and the vision for Xsolla Global Academies worldwide, all aimed at accelerating learning and development in game creation.
Pioneering Educational Programs
Berkley Egenes, Chief Marketing and Growth Officer at Xsolla, will discuss these impactful initiatives at the Festival. Egenes emphasized, “At Xsolla, we are committed to driving innovation and supporting the next generation of game developers. Our programs, like the Xsolla Online Academy and the Xsolla Global Academy, are designed to empower participants with the necessary tools and knowledge to thrive in the dynamic gaming industry – now and into the future.”
Celebrating Innovation in Game Development
Xsolla will also present the gaming industry’s Most Innovative Award at the Games for Change Awards Ceremony, recognizing exceptional creativity and advancement in game development. This award reflects Xsolla’s ongoing effort to support and promote excellence in the gaming sector.
Susanna Pollack, President of Games for Change, remarked on the partnership, “We are delighted to collaborate with Xsolla for the 2024 Games for Change Festival. Their commitment to education and innovation in the gaming industry perfectly aligns with our goals. Together, we aim to demonstrate how games can be a powerful force for social and environmental good.”
Event Details
The two-day Festival will take place June 27-28 in New York City at The New School/Parsons School of Design, bringing together global voices to spark community engagement and drive social change through games and immersive technologies.
