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Summer time is almost over, so it is time for a cookout. We are back for our LA 3rd Annual Blerd in the Park potluck!Cal...
09/02/2026

Summer time is almost over, so it is time for a cookout. We are back for our LA 3rd Annual Blerd in the Park potluck!

Calling all developers, creatives, blerds, and industry folks: come through for a casual kickback filled with good food and great company.

When: Sept 19 | 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM Where: Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area, Los Angeles

This is a potluck, so bring a dish or drink to share. Spots are limited. RSVP link in comments to secure your spot; let us know what you are bringing and join our LA Discord server.

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Back in July, we had the pleasure of partnering with Dream Con to bring out some of our developers for a weekend of show...
08/29/2026

Back in July, we had the pleasure of partnering with Dream Con to bring out some of our developers for a weekend of showcasing their games. The vibes were immaculate, the energy was popping, new friends were made and good times were had.

Shoutout to everyone who helped make the moment possible -- and to everybody who stopped by to try out the games and meet the devs! We hope to do round 2 in 2027! 🎉

🎮 Community Opportunity: 25 Free RenderATL PassesIn light of recent layoffs across Xbox and the broader gaming industry,...
08/10/2026

🎮 Community Opportunity: 25 Free RenderATL Passes

In light of recent layoffs across Xbox and the broader gaming industry, we’re focusing on creating real, tangible doors of opportunity for folks navigating what’s next.

We’ve partnered with RenderATL…the largest software engineering and tech gathering in the Southeast to offer 25 complimentary conference passes to game industry professionals impacted by recent layoffs.

Event Details:

📍 Atlanta, GA | 📅 August 12–14, 2026
🤝 1-on-1 Recruiter Connects, Tech & Founder Workshops, plus an exclusive Gaming Community Meetup tentatively happening Thursday, Aug. 13 at 5:30 PM!

Interested in a pass?

🎟️ Send us a DM and let us know you’re interested! We’ll share the details with you directly.

⚠️ Passes are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. If you know a former teammate, friend, or someone in the Atlanta area who could benefit from this opportunity, send them our way!

Sometimes community looks like checking in. Sometimes it looks like opening doors.

Let’s keep building together. ❤️🎮✊🏾

Tickets for the Gameheads inaugural Summer Gala in the Garden are officially live! Join them on Saturday, Aug. 8th for a...
07/14/2026

Tickets for the Gameheads inaugural Summer Gala in the Garden are officially live! Join them on Saturday, Aug. 8th for an inspiring & unforgettable evening of music, food and good times! All proceeds support the award winning Gameheads program preparing the next-gen of tech talent.

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07/11/2026

We're out here at Dream Con @ the Indie Game Center! Come check out the games from our amaaaazing devs! 🥰

Looking for a spot to focus, create, or just kick back this Sunday? We’re back with Blerd CoWork V.10. Link in bio! Whet...
05/13/2026

Looking for a spot to focus, create, or just kick back this Sunday? We’re back with Blerd CoWork V.10. Link in bio!

Whether you’re polishing a game, sketching a concept, or just trying to get through some emails, pull up and share space with other Black creatives in games, art, and tech.

THE VIBE:
Low pressure coworking, come as you are and stay as long as you want.
We’ve got tables, power outlets, Wi-Fi, snacks, and a community playlist you can add to.

THE SPACE:
We’re partnering with Here Is My Clubhouse, an incredible q***r, community run third space. While this event is totally free, we highly encourage a $5+ donation to help cover their rent and keep this space alive and accessible for Black and q***r creatives.

THE DETAILS:
Sunday, May 24
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Here is My Clubhouse (1623 S Hoover St)

Limited slots available! Grab your spot at the link in our bio. See y’all Sunday.

RSVP & Donate: https://partiful.com/e/gHNjRSHyhqqZijC6NYOr?

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03/06/2026

BIG Fest 2026 is almost here!

A full day celebrating Black talent in gaming with music, indie games, free professional portraits, networking, and more.

What You Can Expect:

- [ 🎮 ] Play games and meet an amazing lineup of indie devs: Omar Youssef, Kevin Okulolo, Kitten Cup Studio, Kamau Vassall, Tony Barnes, Scott Popular, Pushing Vertices Inc., Egypt Garrett, Imani Cage, Zion Koundou, Randy Wiafe and Aidan Adams.

- [ 🎤 ] Panels and conversations led by: Angela “Penny” Scott, Keisha Howard, Chima Denzel Ngerem, Esq., Mia Booker, Samira Behrouzan, Kimari Rennis, Judene Small Jean-Louis, TQ Jefferson, Faith Olatunde, Daniel Barnes, Curtis Baxter and more!

- [ 🎉 ] A full schedule of other activations including a gaming lounge, professional portraits, a curated playlist from Black musicians in gaming, catered lunch - and so much more.

If you’re looking to connect with and support other members of the Black gaming community, this is the room to be in. Come and enjoy the day with us and be a part of the moment! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ℹ️ [ EVENT INFO ]
- Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
- Time: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM PT
- Location: Children’s Creativity Museum, San Francisco, CA
- RSVP in bio..(Partiful): https://partiful.com/e/79O3OwzoYhrqqPlZxUBm

This event requires registration, but is open to all! Free event - no GDC pass required.

03/04/2026

🎉 GDC Community Collab Announcement! 🎉

ShareTea Metreon ( on IG) has partnered with in Gaming, in Gaming and in Gaming to create 3 unique drinks for our communities during GDC week! 🧋✨

Each drink was crafted to celebrate and spotlight our communities:

🥭 Latinx in Gaming - Mangonada
🍑 Black in Gaming - Peach Cobbler
🥭🍍🍊 AAPI in Gaming - M.P.G. (Mango, Passion Fruit, Grapefruit)

📅 Community Get Together
🗓 Thursday, March 12
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM

All 3 drinks will be available during this time, and 10% of each sale will be donated back to our organizations!

Can’t make it Thursday? Each drink will also be available individually throughout the week:

• Monday, 3/9 - Latinx in Gaming
• Tuesday, 3/10 - Black in Gaming
• Wednesday, 3/11 - AAPI in Gaming

Come through, grab a drink, and celebrate community with us during GDC! 🎮🧋✨

02/26/2026

✨ THE HOST HAS ENTERED THE CHAT ✨

Are you attending the BIG Awards?!

We are honored to announce that Dr. iAsia Brown ( )will be hosting the 2026 Black in Gaming Awards! 🎤🏆

Dr. iAsia Brown is a force: a leader, scholar, cultural strategist, and advocate committed to advancing equity in gaming and tech. She brings brilliance, heart, and power to every stage she touches.

The BIG Awards is about celebrating legacy, innovation, impact, and the future of our industry and there is no one better to guide us through the night.

March 10, 2026
Children’s Creativity Museum | San Francisco
An unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and community.

Get your tickets.
Show up in excellence.
Celebrate our own.

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