In 2013 the first ever PAX Aus gave indie developers from across Australia and New Zealand the chance to show off their wares to over 30,000 gaming enthusiasts. If you are eager to get in on this game show action, applications are now open for the Indie Pavilion at this year’s PAX Australia. The event will once again be held in Melbourne, with the official dates set for October 31st – Nov 2nd. This conveniently sits right after the Game Connect Asia Pacific conference, which means that we West Australian developers will be able to get the most out of our interstate industry travels. On that note, PAX Aus have teamed up with Virgin Australia to provide discount flights to Melbourne for the event for a short time only, so check it out!
This year’s Indie Pavilion is capable of accommodating up to 36 developers, each of whom will each be assigned a podium where they can showcase their games and give the sea of attendees a chance to play. As outline for last year’s event, to qualify for the pavilion studios must be a registered Australian or New Zealand company, have no more that five full-time (or contracted) employees, and must have commercially released at least one game prior to exhibiting. In addition to having more space at the event for indie developers this year, the cost of the individual stands has been reduced; the price of a podium (for successful applicants) is now only $1200, compared to $1800 last year.
Perth’s own Stirfire Studio made use of the Indie space at the 2013 PAX Aus to launch Freedom Fall, garnering the game many new fans and excited reviews;
“PAX was an amazing experience” says Lisa Rye, the creator of Freedom Fall, “We were able to show our game to the Melbourne audience and engage with media opportunities we never would have had in WA. Just as valuable was the chance to get feedback and advice from experienced game development teams!”
For those keen to get in on the Indie Pavilion action, applications close at the end of May 2014. After this point they will be assessed, and the final exhibiting games will be decided upon by a committee from the PAX Australia team. For more details on the application process, contact the Ben Williams (PAX Aus Account Manager) via ben@reedpop.com.au.
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