SD Gaming Carlsbad Industry Exchange + Founder Build Day
Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 8:30 AM PDT – 5:00 PM PDT
Downtown Works - Coworking Office Space Carlsbad · 2011 Palomar Airport Rd Suite 101, Carlsbad, CA 92011, USA
Hosted by Neal Bloom
Where game creators connect, build, and level up - together. Join us for a hands‑on day of building, prototyping, and collaborating with fellow game developers, digital storytellers, and creative technologists. Whether you’re working on a new mechanic, refining your art pipeline, testing multiplayer features, or just looking to jam with other creators - this is the space to push your ideas forward. What’s Happening Co‑Build Sessions – Bring your laptop, art pad, dev kit, or VR rig and work alongside other gaming founders and creatives. Idea Exchange – Share what you’re working on, get feedback, and swap tips with peers. Skill Boosters – Mini‑sessions on game dev tools, creative workflows, and distribution strategies. Playtest Zone – Test your game or experience with a fresh audience and get real‑time feedback. Who Should Come Indie game developers Digital storytellers & animators VR/AR creators Esports innovators Gaming‑adjacent tech founders Why Join Build in the open — accelerate progress by working alongside other motivated creators. Find collaborators — connect with artists, developers, and producers who share your vision. Showcase your talent — get eyes on your project from peers, mentors, and potential partners. There's plenty of desks and conference rooms/call booths to work from and take meetings/calls from too. What You’ll Do Grab a coffee and network to start the day Introductions at 9:30am Show Your Work: Bring your prototype, product, or early build for live feedback. Iterate in Real-Time: Get input from peers, advisors, and defense end-users. Make the Right Matches: Connect with technical and operational partners who can help you move faster. If you’re actively building gaming/digital creative tech and want to join this working session, request an invite.