Games Compass
Games Compass is an exclusive invite-only event series aimed at decision-makers from the games and digital industries in Hamburg and beyond. Games Compass events are, first and foremost, networking events, but frequently also feature panel discussions or keynotes on current topics.
Upcoming event
Participation in Games Compass is by invitation only. Questions about the event series can be sent to gamescompass@gamecity-hamburg.de. We will keep you informed about the upcoming Games Compass events.
The Games Compass so far
Games Compass had its premiere in 2018. For an overview of topics and guests, please see below.
2023
November 16: With partner EY - Technology Investment Banking
The evening started with a panel discussion about "AI in Game Development". In the panel discussion, hosted by Gamecity Hamburg's Project Manager Margarete Schneider, our speakers gave an overview of the current situtation and the potential of AI in the development process. On the panel:
- Marie Gérard, Head of Sales Scenario
- Thomas Bedenk, VP Extended Reality Endava
- Thomas Lehr, Head of Software Development InnoGames
2022
November 23: Networking at the InnoGames Town Hall
Featuring a speech of thanks for for Tivola Games CEO Hendrik Peeters, who served as a contact person for the regional chapter of games industry association game Hamburg since 2018 and announced his retirement from this honorary office shortly before the Games Compass.
2020
January 14: Diversity - Hier spielt Vielfalt
Featuring a Panel Discussion with
- Dr. Carsten Brosda (Minister of Culture and Media, Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg)
- Vera Marie Rodewald (Initiative Creative Gaming)
- Mareike Ottrand (Studio Fizbin/HAW Hamburg)
- Felix Falk (game - German Games Industry Association)
2019
August 20: Games Compass at gamescom
May 6: AI - Hype or Game Changer
Featuring an Impulse Talk by Dr. Andrea Cornelius, Managing Partner at elaboratum
2018
October 17: Influencer Marketing
Featuring a Panel Discussion with
- Maxi Gräff, Xbox and Gaming Communications Manager at Microsoft Germany
- Daniel Budiman, Head of Strategy at Rocket Beans
- Roland Eisenbrand, Head of Content at Online Marketing Rockstars
February 7: eSports a mass phenomenon
"We approached the planning of Games Compass with the idea of offering an event for decision-makers who don't go to just any event. Our goal is to establish Games Compass as a regular event for the entire digital value chain."
Michael Zillmer, COO at InnoGames.
Participation in Games Compass is by invitation only. Questions about the event series can be sent to gamescompass@gamecity-hamburg.de.
InnoGames
Hamburg-based InnoGames is Germany's leading developer and publisher of mobile and online games and a certified Great Place to Work®. The climate-neutral company, which is part of Modern Times Group (MTG), was established in 2007 and is still run by its founders. Together with a 400+ strong team from over 40 nations, they create unique games that provide millions of players from around the world with years of fun.
Gamecity Hamburg
Gamecity Hamburg supports, connects, and makes the gaming hub Hamburg visible. The aim is to improve the general conditions for companies and founders of the games value chain in the city, support them in their further development, and anchor Hamburg in the public perception as one of the leading games locations in Germany. At the same time, the exchange of knowledge within the sector and with other industries is promoted. Gamecity Hamburg is part of Hamburg Kreativ Gesellschaft.
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Games Compass is co-hosted by developer and publisher InnoGames and Gamecity Hamburg.
