As an event with extensive influence in game developing field, the 2nd China Game Developers Conference (CGDC), organized by Howell International Trade Fair Ltd., will be held in conjunction with the world’s second largest game show -- ChinaJoy, on July 24-26, 2009 in Shanghai, China. Following the success of the 1st CGDC which closed on Aug. 29, 2007, in which 60 experts and over one thousand professionals in game industry exchanged ideas, with more than 50 technology suppliers showcasing their technologies and products, the 2nd CGDC will also be supported by related government administration agencies.

Providing a conference for technical elites worldwide in game developing, the conference focuses on PC/console games, mobile games, game outsourcing, especially focusing on online games. The conference will cover hot topics in the industry including game design, programming, arts, audio, management and development tools etc. Attendees will exchange their ideas, share experiences and discuss new technical development trends. The conference is highlighted by:

  -- Topics in games development covering multiple fields for discussion;
  -- Focusing on theory and practice, technical elites and entrepreneurs
     will be invited to participate.

Industrial participations interested in presenting at the CGDC are invited to submit their applications to the Organization Committee, Submissions should concerning on the conference topics as selected by advisory board:

  (1) For topics, please download the conference program at
      http://www.chinagdc.com.cn/2009down/CGDC-program-en.pdf;
  (2) To meet with our Advisory Board members, please visit
      http://www.chinagdc.com.cn/en/hy_gwt.asp?PID=1

For procedures in detail, please visit http://www.chinagdc.com.cn/en/hy_sq.asp

The deadline for submitting this year’s CGDC speeches is May 5, 2009. The Organizing Committee welcomes any form of participation from professionals and experts of the game industry and will do its best to facilitate technology exchange for game developers.