Gamecity Sommertreff: Hamburg Games Industry Event 2019

The Gamecity Sommertreff 2019 served as a key networking event for the Hamburg games industry, bringing together 200 professionals at the Ehemaliges Hauptzollamt Hafen Hamburg. The primary purpose of the gathering was to foster industry connections, facilitate dialogue on the current state of the local games sector, and introduce the new management team of Gamecity Hamburg to the regional community.

The event featured a welcoming address by Karsten Schwaiger of the Ministry of Culture and Media, who emphasized the innovative potential of the local games sector. A central panel discussion included leadership from Tivola Publishing and InnoGames, focusing on industry trends and challenges specific to Hamburg-based companies. The event also served as a platform for promoting upcoming industry opportunities, specifically highlighting the shared exhibition booth at gamescom 2019. Gamecity Hamburg utilized this opportunity to announce support for indie developers, including the coverage of exhibition costs for studios such as Bagpack Games and Team Toxic.

This event reflects the ongoing efforts of Gamecity Hamburg to strengthen the regional ecosystem through networking, strategic partnerships, and support for indie studios. By providing a venue for industry leaders and emerging developers to interact, the initiative aims to maintain Hamburg’s position as a hub for game development. The gathering underscored the organization's commitment to providing tangible resources, such as exhibition access and professional guidance, to ensure the continued growth and visibility of local talent on both national and international stages.