GPRC Computer GameXpo 2009

Participation is open to all and free of charge!

Please register online to help us plan our activities.

On February 6 & 7, 2009, Grande Prairie Regional College will be hosting its fourth annual Computer GameXpo.

The GameXpo will again be a two day event, with lectures and demonstrations on the Friday and an all day computer game competition on the Saturday.

Speaking in 2009 will be industry professionals from:

The focus of the lectures & demonstrations will be the process of creating computer games, the future of the industry, viable career paths and possible job and entrepreneurial opportunities.

The creation of computer games involves a complex mix of talented individuals including: computer programmers who build the game engines and toolsets; concept artists; modelers and animators; designers; as well as musicians and sound effects specialists.

Our speakers will provide valuable insights on what it’s like to work in the field; necessary personal and technical skills and the educational requirements needed to pursue a career in computer games or new media development.

Although the Friday talks will be of special interest to students, the lectures will be of interest to all who are already avid gamers or even those just curious about the technology and process that goes into developing games.