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2025 GDC State of the Game Industry Panel

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It's not easy being a game developer today. We've seen widespread layoffs, challenges in securing funding, and a growing divide over Generative AI. The GDC 2025 State of the Game Industry report shines a spotlight on these issues and so much more. But the question remains: What do we do about it? nnIn this panel, industry experts Elaine Gmez-Sanchez (Latinx in Gaming), Roshelle "Ro" Patterson (Extraordinary Friends), Gordon Bellamy (Gay Gaming Professionals), and Bryant Francis (Game Developer) break down these critical topics and work to find ways forward that best support developers and their craft. nnTopics include: n How to ensure that Generative AI is used ethically and responsiblyn The impact of mass layoffs on the industry, and ways companies (and developers) can prevent it from happening againn New and alternate funding ideas to create more opportunities for creators

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