Games for Change London: Schedule Announced, 02/04/2026

The Games for Change London conference, scheduled for April 15, 2026, at the Leonardo Tower Bridge Hotel, focuses on the theme of Community Channelled. The event aims to explore how game developers and industry stakeholders can leverage player communities to generate positive real-world impact. The program features over 45 speakers from the gaming industry, civil society, and the House of Lords, catering to an audience of more than 150 attendees.

The conference agenda is divided into two tracks, offering a mix of panels, fireside chats, and interactive workshops. Key sessions include a UNICEF-facilitated workshop on the RITEC Design Toolbox for children’s well-being, discussions on prosocial community building, and explorations of how games can influence real-world urban design and sustainable consumer choices. The event is supported by major industry partners, including Roblox, Xsolla, Ubisoft, and Supercell, with scholarship programs provided by organizations such as UK Game Angels to ensure broad accessibility for students and indie developers.

Beyond the conference announcement, the industry update highlights several notable developments in the broader gaming landscape as of early April 2026. These include allegations of corporate sabotage by the leadership at Build A Rocket Boy, a compliance update regarding Australia’s social media age restrictions, and significant hardware price increases for Sony’s PlayStation consoles. Additionally, the update notes recent executive appointments across the sector and provides a brief overview of current market releases, reflecting a comprehensive snapshot of the business and policy environment within the global video games industry.