
How To Survive the AI Apocalypse
A new chapter for the games industry is underway. Chris Bateman explores how AI, shifting business models, and smarter development practices are shaping what comes next.

A new chapter for the games industry is underway. Chris Bateman explores how AI, shifting business models, and smarter development practices are shaping what comes next.

Final call for XP Indie Pitch presented by Ubisoft. Applications close today. Early Bird ends May 1. MeetToMatch is live and meetings are already being booked. XP26 is taking shape.

This week at XP Game Summit 2026 includes key deadlines and the launch of a new Partner Feature focused on global pricing strategy across global markets.

Indie Pods for XP Game Summit 2026 are sold out. MeetToMatch opens April 15 at 10 AM Eastern, giving attendees early access to book meetings. Here’s how indie studios can make the most of a B2B event and turn conversations into momentum.

This week’s update features our latest Indie Spotlight, Echo Generation 2 by Cococucumber, alongside what’s happening today at Level Up Showcase and new details on Canadian Game Awards access for XP Game Summit attendees.

What looks like progress in production doesn’t always mean the game is getting better. Matt Lee breaks down why daily, shared play is the only signal that truly matters and how teams can avoid building in the dark.

Toronto-based studios can apply for one of five City-supported Indie Pods at XP Game Summit 2026. Applications close March 27.

Better meetings happen in the right environment. Smaller settings, stronger conversations, and the space to build real connections. Here’s how XP Gaming designs events that turn conversations into outcomes.

XP Indie Spotlight launches with Moonspire Games and Speechbound, an RPG that teaches language through story-driven gameplay. Also inside: updates on XP Game Connect Atlantic and XP Game Summit Toronto.

Funding tightened, but conversations are still moving. A look at current market signals and what our 2025 deal data shows.