Official Watch Party - GDoCExpo 2026 (New York City)
Join our official NYC Watch Party for the 2026 Game Devs of Color Expo!
Expect GDoCExpo conference sessions broadcast live to the big screen, game stations, and dedicated space available for attendees to mingle and network in-person.
Watch this space for announcements about what we'll have in 2026!
Last year, we had demos of games from local developers, in-person fireside chats, and Massively Multiplayer Rock Paper Scissors. All in a venue with top of the line PCs, Xboxes, PS5s, Switches, streaming booths, a bar, with fried chicken delivered in-house and plenty of local places to eat. Admission to our Watch Party grants a wristband that's also a day pass for access to all the PCs, consoles, and games.
Please note that this is a pass to attend the in-person screening of only Friday's sessions of the online GDoCExpo conference. For full access to all of the online Game Devs of Color Expo, including live chat, speaker Q&A, online networking, industry AMAs, job board, and all 4 days of talks, panels, and interviews (Tuesday through Friday, September 22-25), please purchase a full ticket here: https://ti.to/GDoCExpo/2026
Watch Party Schedule:
Full schedule is to be announced.
- 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM: GDoCExpo Conference Sessions (full schedule TBA)
- Watch this space for GDoCExpo Demos, In-Person Interviews, Games with prizes
- 7:00 PM - NYC Grant Winners Ceremony
- 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM: Community Game Showcase & Playtest (signup TBA)
- 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM: After Party
Everyone is welcome!
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Additional Information
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm not a person of color. Can I attend?
Yup! We welcome all people to this event.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
We welcome people of all ages! However, we ask that people under 18 attend with their parents, guardian, or a chaperone. The venue has security who will check your ID. The name on your ID must match the name of your registration. Your registration name is not public and will only be seen by security and GDoC staff. Once inside, you may use any name (such as on a name tag).
Do I need to be in the games industry to attend?
No! We welcome people from outside the industry. Whether you're a fan of games or just curious, you'll have a blast at our event.
What will be available to play at the game stations?
Several game stations will be dedicated to GDoCExpo curated games. Dozens of additional game stations will be available for unlimited open play from anything in the venue's library. More details to be announced.
Will food or beverages be available?
Please note, no outside food or beverages are allowed inside the venue. Food options are available. More details to be announced.
Is there re-entry?
Yes! The venue will check tickets at the door and have wristbands available for re-entry.
About Game Devs of Color
Our mission is to amplify the creative power held by people of color in games. We do this by organizing revolutionary events, uniting our vibrant community, and building access to knowledge, funding, and opportunities.
Game Devs of Color is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Financial contributions to the Game Devs of Color Expo are charitable and tax-deductible.