Next World Forum is nearly here. Hosted by the Saudi Esports Federation, Next World Forum is set to serve as a melange of players across the esports industry, from investors and game publishers to artists, writers, and the players themselves. The two-day event has a busy schedule with many different keynotes, interviews, and workshops available to attend. So, be sure to check out the full program beforehand.
For those only partially familiar with the esports landscape, Next World Forum will kick off with a panel you won’t want to miss: "Gaming and Esports – What Now, What Next" should be a solid crash course on where the industry is at, and where it’s going, so you can not only get up to speed but also gain insights into the future of esports.
Those looking to get involved in making games have an opportunity with the "Gamemasters Workshop: Money & Investment” session in the afternoon on day one. Whether you want to put money into the development of games or help fund the development of your own games, this workshop aims to provide helpful insights.
It’s always worth remembering that there are so many games being made at any point in time, many not through AAA publishers. To learn more about the independent game development scene, the second day features: “Meet the Independents: What role for Independent Designers and What Impact on Inclusivity?”
If the technical side of gaming doesn't interest you, and you’re not concerned about esports or investing, you can wax philosophical with the “The Big Think: What Gaming and eSports can Teach us about Being Human” event towards the end of the day two.
There’s one part of both days that everyone should be looking forward to: the networking lunches. With an event packed full of people from every corner of esports, there’s going to be an excellent opportunity to make valuable connections. Plus, everyone needs a bit of fuel to keep their energy up during a full day of absorbing games industry expertise.
You can sign up now to request an invitation to the event. For more information on the Next World Forum and future events, you can follow the Saudi Esports Federation on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram.
