Events

Discover upcoming workshops, game jams, talks, and networking events from GDCA and partner communities across Malaysia.

Upcoming Events

Unreal Engine 5 Workshop

May 15, 2026
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sunway University, Selangor
GDCA & Outcrowd

Dive deep into Unreal Engine 5's latest features including Nanite, Lumen, and MetaHuman. This hands-on workshop will cover environment creation, lighting techniques, and performance optimization. Suitable for intermediate to advanced developers.

Capacity: 50 attendees
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GameJam Malaysia 2026

June 7-9, 2026
Friday 6:00 PM - Sunday 6:00 PM
KLCC Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur
GDCA

Malaysia's biggest game jam returns! Join over 300 developers for 48 hours of intense creativity. Form teams, create games around a secret theme, and compete for amazing prizes. All skill levels welcome, with mentors available throughout the event.

Capacity: 300 attendees
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Mobile Game Monetization Talk

May 28, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Online (Zoom)
IGDA Malaysia

Learn effective monetization strategies for mobile games from industry veterans. Topics include free-to-play models, ad integration, in-app purchases, and analyzing player behavior. Featuring speakers from successful Malaysian mobile game studios.

Capacity: Unlimited
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Indie Game Showcase Night

June 20, 2026
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
KOMTAR, Penang
Magic Rain

Showcase your work-in-progress or completed indie games to the community! Network with fellow developers, get feedback from players, and celebrate Malaysian indie creativity. Free demo stations available for exhibitors.

Capacity: 20 exhibitors, 200 visitors
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Past Events

Unity Fundamentals Online Course

April 1 - May 31, 2026
Self-paced
Online
GDCA Education

An 8-week self-paced course covering Unity basics. Learn C# programming, game object management, physics, animation, and UI design. Perfect for beginners wanting to start their game development journey. Includes weekly live Q&A sessions.

Capacity: Unlimited
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2D Art for Games Workshop Series

April 10 - May 8, 2026
Every Wednesday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Hive, Kuala Lumpur
Outcrowd

A 5-week workshop series covering character design, environment art, sprite animation, and UI/UX for games. Each session includes practical exercises and personalized feedback. Bring your laptop and drawing tablet!

Capacity: 25 attendees
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Want to Organize an Event?

GDCA supports community-organized events! If you have an idea for a workshop, talk, or gathering, we can help with promotion, venue connections, and more.