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NT Game Designers Meetup

Connect with fellow creators at our game design community meetup.
From beginners to studio owners—share ideas, learn from others, discuss tools, trends and storytelling, and grow your network.

Every Second Thursday

6pm - 8pm

Every Second Thursday

cost:

Free

Who's It For:

Beginners to studio owners

Frequency:

Fortnightly

Skill Level:

All levels welcome

Captovate
1/22 Cavenagh St, Darwin City

ABOUT THE EVENT

The NT Game Designers Meetup is a space to share ideas and learn from others in the industry. We discuss game design, storytelling, tools and trends while building community connections. 


Dates for 2026:

  • March: 19th

  • April: 2nd, 16th, 30th

  • May: 14th, 28th

  • June: 11th, 25th

  • July: 9th, 23rd

  • August: 6th, 20th

  • September: 3rd, 17th

  • October: 1st, 15th, 29th

  • November: 12th, 26th

  • December: 10th

Make sure to sign up via the NT Game Designers Discord:

https://discord.gg/3Qa66RdP "sign up to our discord to get involved in the community 

#thearray

WHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL DO

  • Hear community-led shares and show-and-tells

  • Discuss tools, workflows and trends

  • Meet local developers, artists and creators

  • Connect and collaborate beyond the session

SKILLS & OUTCOMES

  • New tools and techniques

  • Industry perspective

  • Community connections

  • Creative momentum

WHO IS IT FOR

  • Beginners exploring game design

  • Indie devs building projects

  • Artists, musicians and storytellers

  • Studio owners and professionals

EVENT FORMAT

  • Welcome: Quick intros and announcements.

  • Community Share: Member-led show-and-tell or learning topic.

  • Connect: Networking time and next steps (often dinner after).

#RealWorldLearning

Frequently Asked Questions

What should participants bring?

A water bottle and any snacks/lunch needed for longer sessions. Everything else is provided unless stated otherwise.

Do participants need prior experience?

Most programs are beginner-friendly unless stated otherwise. If an event requires experience, it will be listed in the Quick Facts.

What equipment is provided?

All computers, software and equipment required for the session are provided onsite at The Array unless stated otherwise.

Where are programs held?

Programs and events are held at The Array Learning Dojo in Darwin (unless a different location is listed on the page).

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