Freeplay’s annual Parallels showcase returns on , with new games, new speakers, and fresh new year vibes. As in past years, Parallels aims to show off the best of Australian and New Zealand game development, with speakers diving deep into their game dev practices, and the excitement around their next projects. This year actually marks the ten year anniversary of , so the show is set to be slightly bigger than usual.
It’ll take place at Melbourne Town Hall for maximum vibes, and there will be a greater number of speakers present (ten total), as well as a debuting exhibition of playable games for attendees. The following speakers have been announced for the show so far: An additional five speakers will be revealed in September, closer to the release of general tickets. Those keen to secure entry ASAP can now purchase early bird tickets for Parallels 2024 .
For those within the games industry, or looking to learn more about the game development process, Parallels is typically a fascinating, insightful look at cool projects in the works across Victoria and beyond. In past years, the event has played host to a range of familiar games, including and . Those selected for Parallels tend to be quirkier, innovative projects with bold ideas that spark inspiration and creativity.
It’s a show that’s an absolute delight to attend and tends to be very candid, with deep looks into the game development process. “From occult LARP to Queensland beaches to girlypop gunplay, Parallels once again celebrates the eclectic and electrifying work of game makers from across Australia and Oceania,” Freeplay said of Parallels 2024. “This year’s amazing creators showcase the range of personal, political, weird, and wonderful work being done across our medium, and are sure to delight both our regular audience, curious newcomers, and anyone else with an interest in games or the creative process.
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