Melbourne International Games Week’s events are targeted to three main audiences – industry, public and education. Events will often cater to more than one of these (and sometimes all three!), but all MIGW events cater to audiences interested in:
- How we better connect, inspire and empower Australia’s thriving games sector;
- Sharing in exciting and inclusive one-of-a-kind experiences that bring gamers together; or
- The future of games in education
Yes, Melbourne International Games Week will proceed on 1-9 October 2022 as an in person event, with COVID restrictions and safety permitting.
MIGW are taking measures to ensure all events comply with State mandates, and further cater to the needs of those attending to ensure COVID Safety is maintained.
If you have questions about any specific event and its COVID measures in place, please contact games@creative.vic.gov.au
Yes! PAX Aus has been an integral part of MIGW since 2015. Check out the PAX Aus website
The events within Melbourne International Games Week are all organised by third parties. The platform is founded and curated by Creative Victoria.
Each year Melbourne International Games Week runs during October, during our sunny Australian Spring!
Check out the PAX Aus FAQs here
For the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) information for the state of Victoria, including the current restrictions and health advice, visit https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/
Australia is currently open to travel, check the latest updates for access and border restrictions and requirements by visiting https://www.health.gov.au/topics/covid-19/travel
MIGW are taking measures to ensure all events comply with the latest public health guidance to ensure COVID safety is maintained for all attendees and participants.
If you have questions about any specific event and its COVID measures in place, please contact games@creative.vic.gov.au.
The majority of events within Melbourne International Games Week are organised by third parties. The platform is founded and curated by Creative Victoria.
Each year Melbourne International Games Week runs during October, during our sunny Australian Spring! MIGW 2023 will take place from 30 September to 8 October 2023.
There is no Access Everything ticket available - use our events program to pick and choose what you would like to attend, and book or register with each event, individually.
You can find all pricing including any student discounts on each individual event booking page.
The official Melbourne International Games Week program can be found on the Events page. We try to plan our events so there is something to do every day with minimal overlap. Some industry networking and meet up events are organised by third parties outside of the official schedule, so try to attend as much as you can, but remember to look after yourself and take some ‘me time’.
You can find all pricing including any student discounts on each individual event booking page. Discounts and concession requirements will differ for each event.
The official Melbourne International Games Week program can be found on the Events page.
We try to plan our events so there is something to do every day with minimal overlap. Some industry networking and meet up events are organised by third parties outside of the official schedule, so try to attend as much as you can, but remember to look after yourself and take some ‘me time’.
MIGW is proud of our games community and its welcoming, all-inclusive attitude. Please view our Code of Conduct.
We are dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Sexist, racist or discriminatory behaviour or imagery is not appropriate in person or online. Participants caught or reported violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the event at the discretion of the organisers.
We expect participants, staff and sponsors to follow these rules at all events and MIGW related activities.
If you are being harassed or feel unsafe, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact the event organiser immediately. If you prefer to email, please contact games@creative.vic.gov.au.
In 2022, Games Week conferences will take place at a number of different venues across Melbourne. Some activities will also be hosted as online or hybrid online events.
Please check each individual event’s page for further details.
You can keep an eye on all the action and adventure by using the hashtag #MIGW22 and tweeting @gamesweekmelbs.
Games Week conferences and events take place at a number of different venues across Melbourne. Some activities are also hosted as online or hybrid online events.
Most events are centred in the Melbourne CBD, with ACMI performing as a hub and the Melbourne Conference and Exhibition Centre hosting multiple flagship events, but events do often extend to outer Melbourne as well.
Please check each individual event’s page for further details.
You can keep an eye on all the action and adventure by using the hashtag #MIGW23 and tweeting @gamesweekmelbs on Twitter.
You can also check out our Twitch channel at twitch.tv/melbintgamesweek
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Victoria is the engine room of the Australian games sector, with our state being home to 44 per cent of Australia’s games development studios and accounting for 57 per cent of the industry’s workforce.
Investment in events like MIGW, and the sector more generally, is a key focus of the Victorian Government’s four-year, $191.5 million VICSCREEN strategy because it further cements the state’s position as Australia’s games capital, and better positions Victorian games makers and studios to make an impact on this booming sector, globally valued at more the $240 billion.
As well as providing a framework for industry to collaborate, share skills and encourage growth, the Victorian government also supports the event in recognition of its rich contribution to our reputation as Australia’s creative state, and the ways in which digital games can connect people of all different ages, socio-economic backgrounds, experiences and ability.