Want to create game worlds that tell a story without words? In this workshop, Sisilia Nedyalkova (3D Environment Artist at Ghost Town Games) will guide you through the power of environmental storytelling. Learn how to use spaces, props, and details to immerse players in your game’s narrative. Perfect for artists and designers, but also valuable …
Stichting Gamelab Oost laat zien tijdens Expeditie NEXT wat wij hebben gemaakt om kinderen te laten ontdekken en zich in te zetten voor wetenschap. Over Expeditie NEXTAlle kinderen, ouders, verzorgers en vrienden opgelet! Festival Expeditie NEXT komt dit jaar op woensdag 30 april naar Roermond in Limburg. De binnenstad wordt in de meivakantie ondergedompeld in …
The Creative Media and Game Technology (CMGT) program at Saxion is organizing a Taster Day, where prospective students can experience what the program has to offer. The day will end with a visit to Gamelab Oost, where participants will explore our projects and have the chance to talk with current students about their experiences. Are …
Join us for an evening of creativity, teamwork, and playful competition as participants team up to design and test their own board games. Using simple materials and a shared template, you'll invent new rules, play each other’s creations, and vote for your favorites — all while enjoying free drinks, snacks, and plenty of laughs. It’s …
Join this workshop hosted by Easysee, tailored for game development students and anyone interested in the craft of making games. This session offers a comprehensive overview of commonly used programming patterns and anti-patterns in the game industry. Learn how these design choices impact software architecture, code quality, performance, and long-term maintainability. Whether you're just starting …
Just before the last — and busiest — month of the semester, Gamelab Oost is organizing a mini game jam!The themes and the groups will be announced here on Thursday the 22nd at 18:00, so be sure to register by Wednesday. Want to have some fun? Join us! Also, if you're looking for an internship …
How do you successfully finish and release a game—whether it's built in 48 hours or over a longer period? In this session, Yvens Rebouças Serpa (Graphics Engineer at Audo and Lecturer/Researcher at Saxion) and Luuk Waarbroek (Senior Game Developer at Rusty Lake) share their approaches to finalizing and publishing games. Yvens explores the fast-paced world …
Hosted by MoekotteMedia, this workshop offers an introduction to the essentials of promoting (serious) games through short-form video content. Participants will gain insight into the fundamentals of visual storytelling, editing techniques, and strategic tips for reaching target audiences. Learn how to craft compelling trailers and promotional videos that highlight the unique value of your game …
Join us for an afternoon that explores creativity, technology, and social impact. At Game in the Making, our creative talent will take you through the development of two serious games designed to inspire real-world change: The Garden of Life is a whimsical puzzle game developed for Games For Health. Players become scientists as they puzzle …
Game On is a series of interactive meetups designed to inspire aspiring and young game creators to look deeper into the mechanics behind their favorite games. Want to sharpen your game design skills while having fun? Join us for our first session of the semester! We’ll play some great games together and then discuss what makes …
Every week, our young dev teams give a behind-the-scenes look at their process. They share what stage they’re at, the design choices they’re making, and the goals they’re working toward next, while also showing off their communication skills. Whether you’re curious about games, thinking about interning, or just love seeing ideas come to life, this …
Every Friday, the Gamelab Oost community comes together for games, laughs, and just the right amount of friendly chaos. From board games to digital showdowns to ping pong rivalries, there’s always something going on. Work or study at Connect-U (or just nearby)? Consider this your official invite: Meet new people Get the inside scoop on …