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Mid+ Stage Career Development for Marginalized Game Devs: Surviving the Post-DEI Climate

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In 2026, marginalized game developers will face a lot of new challenges due to changes in the global political climate and video game funding preferences. While there are still some resources for people who want to join the industry, the opportunities and resources who those who are beyond "junior level" have been a lot slimmer in comparison.nnHear the stories of marginalized game developers about their unique challenges after a few years into their career, how they managed to survive in the industry against all odds, and shatter the industry glass ceiling to leadership roles. As well as how the industry can better support marginalized game developers under the current climate.

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