Like much of the UK games industry, in July we’ll be making the journey to sunny Brighton for not just one, but two official Into Games events! Whether you’re a studio leader, a hiring manager, an educator, or developer, these events offer a chance to be part of the conversations shaping the future of social mobility in UK games. So, read on to find out what we’ve got going on this year...

Social Mobility in Games Conference

On Tuesday 14th July 2026, join us at the Brighton i360 for the Social Mobility in Games Conference. Through personal stories, panel discussions and networking opportunities, the event will focus on breaking down barriers, sharing successful initiatives and building momentum for lasting change across the industry for social mobility.

We’d like to thank our wonderful sponsors, Chucklefish Games, IO Interactive, Raise The Game (Ukie), and Ubisoft, for their help in making this event happen!

🌟 Meet the IG50 Winners: The Future of the Industry

This year’s IG50 cohort represents some of the most exciting emerging talent in UK games. Multiple winners will be in attendance, and we’re encouraging studios, hiring managers, and developers to come along, say hello, and discover the next generation of developers shaping the industry.

You can sign up to attend via the Luma event page and join us for an afternoon of conversation, insight, and connection.

🕑 What’s On?

• ​1:30pm - Arrivals & check in
• ​2:00pm - Opening remarks from Into Games CEO, Declan Cassidy
• ​2:10pm - Panel: Succeeding in Games as a Working-Class Professional in 2026
• ​2:40pm - Break (food & drink provided)
• ​3:15pm - Panel: Can Games Become a Force for Social Mobility?
• 3:45pm - Closing address and networking begins
• 4:30pm - Event close

💬 Want to get Involved?

Into Games is powered by industry generosity, and we’re opening new ways for professionals to support working‑class talent.

You can get involved by signing up to:

• Meet winners at Develop: help them build confidence, networks, and industry insight.
• Review CVs and portfolios: offer practical, career‑shaping feedback to emerging creators.

Your time can make a real difference to someone’s journey!

🎟️ Join Us at Brighton i360

Sign up now via the Luma event page

Games Insights Database Launch Event

Join us on Wednesday 15th July, 4pm - 6.30pm to celebrate the launch of The GIDB, our answer to solving the sector’s biggest challenges around data. We’ll be at the stunning Soho House Brighton Beach venue, with free food and drink as we recognise the hard work and effort that has been poured into this crucial project.

💡Learn about the GIDB

With funding from the BFI & National Lottery, we teamed up with BEV and Games Jobs Live, this database will help the games industry represent itself better with reliable data on workforce, salaries, funding, distribution, and everything in between. With more accurate data contained in one space, we can recognise patterns and areas for improvement, strengthening the industry through concrete data.

💌 Request your invite

The event is invite only due to a limited capacity venue, and we want to ensure that those actively involved in the industry get to attend. We will be approving requests closer to the day of the party.

🎟️ Join Us at Soho House

Sign up now via the Luma event page