We focus on advancing the tools, techniques and methods that will be used to build the next generation of games and related technologies.
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Themes include, but are not restricted to, serious games, augmented and virtual reality, artificial intelligence and data analytics in games, procedural content generation, interactive storytelling, collaborative virtual environments and experimental game design.
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We work closely with the undergrad students of the Bachelor of Games Development to bring cutting edge games education, broaden the scope of Australian games research, highlight the work of our students and academics, and grow the game design and development community of UTS.
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The 2026 Games Showcase marked a major milestone as we celebrated the 10th anniversary of one of the highlights of our annual Tech Fest. What began as a small student exhibition has grown into a vibrant event that brings together students, industry professionals, alumni, and the wider community to celebrate innovation, creativity, and game development.
In May 2026, Samuel Coa and Stephen Roberts from PARTYBOMB STUDIO flew from Sydney to Seoul to showcase Multi-Merge Mayhem at GAME AiCON (Asia Indie Connect), Korea’s premier B2B gaming conference dedicated to game publishing and global partnerships.
In June 2026, the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) welcomed Dr. Jaime Garcia, Associate Professor of Games Development at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), for two weeks of collaborative activities focused on innovation in public health.
Organised by the Observatory for Research and Studies on Vaccination (OPESV), the visit brought together researchers, healthcare professionals, students, and policymakers to explore how artificial intelligence, serious games, and participatory design can support efforts to address vaccine hesitancy and strengthen immunization programs.
The visit included a regional workshop in São João del-Rei, an international workshop at UFMG, and participation in the III Brazilian Congress in Defense of Vaccination and the I International Congress on Immunization.
Tech Fest is back on-campus for another year – and we have a great many games-focused events for you to enjoy over the course of the week!
Such events include:
We’re proud to share that we’ve officially joined the Interactive Games & Entertainment Association (IGEA)!
Becoming a member of IGEA connects us with Australia and New Zealand’s leading network of game developers, publishers, and industry advocates.
Together, we’ll continue to help grow and support the local games industry, champion creativity, and contribute to a thriving, sustainable future for interactive entertainment.
