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Press Releases2008 ION Game Conference Empowers Online Game DevelopersSEATTLE, Washington, May 19, 2008 – Nearly a week of high-powered networking and knowledge exchange occurred at the online interactive entertainment-focused 2008 ION Game Conference in Seattle, starting from the early check-in reception on May 12th continuing through the closing keynote on May 15th. » Ready, Set, Energize: 2008 ION Game Conference Prepared to LaunchSEATTLE, Washington, May 12, 2008 – The online game development community is fired up for one of the year’s most important and influential events, the 2008 ION Game Conference. Beginning May 13th, three days of high-level knowledge-sharing and networking will be offered at the Seattle Marriott Waterfront Hotel facing the beautiful Puget Sound. » Final Day to Register Online for the 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, May 9, 2008 – High-level networking and knowledge-sharing between online game industry professionals starts on May 13th, at the Seattle Marriott Waterfront Hotel for those attending the 2008 ION Game Conference. Over 500 attendees representing 260 globally diverse companies have already signed on to participate in the ION experience. Only one day, Friday, May 9th, is left to register online for ION. Online registration ends on May 10th at 12 AM Pacific Standard Time. » Gourmet Food and Outstanding Content on the Menu at the 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, May 5, 2008 – In just one week, the greatly anticipated 2008 ION Game Conference will be set in motion in Seattle, Washington on May 13. The quality of attendees, sessions, and networking opportunities were among the high points at last year’s conference. One of the most frequently praised amenities from the 2007 event was the lunches and snacks offered to attendees. In 2008, continuing to elevate the standards for game industry conference experiences, ION dishes up haute cuisine selected to complement the quality of the event's superb and renowned content. » Alex St. John to Provide Closing Keynote at the 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, April 30, 2008 – It’s only logical to conclude one of the world’s best conferences for online game developers with a closing keynote address from the chief executive of one of the world’s leading developers of online, downloadable game content. Alex St. John, CEO and co-founder of WildTangent, the largest privately held game property in the U.S., will deliver the closing keynote at the end of the final day of the 2008 ION Game Conference. » Final Day to Register at $695 Rate for 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, April 28, 2008 – The fast-moving Seattle game development community will very soon be center stage for one of the most influential international game industry conferences this year, the 2008 ION Game Conference, held from May 13th - 15th at the elegant Seattle Waterfront Marriott Hotel. By registering before 12 AM Pacific Standard Time, April 29th, attendees can register for $695 and save three hundred dollars off their registration. » Yat Siu to Present Third Day Keynote at the 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, April 22, 2008 – Among the major forces behind the scenes of the fast-growing internet social communities in the Pacific Rim are two very different companies that are affecting the future of online worlds in the East: Sanrio Digital and Outblaze. Evergreen Events is proud to announce that the founder and CEO of Sanrio Digital and Outblaze, Yat Siu, will deliver the 2008 ION Game Conference lunch keynote on Thursday, May 15th. The 2008 ION Game Conference, an exclusive and senior-level game industry event focused on the business and development of online games, will take place in Seattle, Washington from May 13-15 at the Seattle Marriott Waterfront Hotel. » Evergreen Events Enhances ION Game Conference with All-Star SpeakersSEATTLE, Washington, April 17, 2008 – While the newly announced full schedule for the 2008 ION Game Conference has impressed with its depth of speaker experience and diversity of topics, conference organizer Evergreen Events has added further value for attendees by supercharging the schedule with additional speakers and sessions. » 2008 ION Game Conference Agenda Finalized and OnlineSEATTLE, Washington, April 14, 2008 – The complete conference schedule for the 2008 ION Game Conference is now online. With over 100 speakers seated on almost 70 sessions, the agenda reflects the conference’s promise to deliver cutting edge information and compelling networking opportunities across three full days. » Won Il Suh Announced as Second Keynote for 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, April 7, 2008 – The 2008 ION Game Conference has enhanced the experienced and international portfolio of speakers, with the addition of Won Il Suh, Senior Vice President at Neowiz as a keynote speaker for Tuesday, May 13th. Mr. Suh will be speaking on the vital topic of international partnership and investment opportunities within the business of online game development around the world. » Last Chance to Fly With the Early Bird Registration Rate for IONSEATTLE, Washington, March 17, 2008 –Less than one day remains to save hundreds of dollars to attend one of the most high-powered, exclusive game industry conferences you’ll find on the calendar this year – the 2008 ION Game Conference. Taking place in Seattle, WA, from May 13-15, this year’s ION Game Conference is geared to compellingly engage representatives involved in the business and development of online games, virtual worlds and social networks across all platforms. » New Online Network Connects Attendees as ION Game Conference ApproachesSEATTLE, Washington, March 10, 2008 – When people say “ION Network”, Evergreen Events is hoping they think “networking”. In addition to the networking breakfasts and Nexus rooms to facilitate high-level connections, the exclusive ION Network has just been launched to add to the many compelling reasons to attend the 2008 ION Game Conference in Seattle, WA during May 13-15. » 2008 ION Conference Connects Attendees With New Networking AvenuesSEATTLE, Washington, February 5, 2008 – When the established qualities of the online game business and development-focused ION Game Conference are brought up, “exclusive,” “excellent presentation,” “top-notch attendees,” and “superior networking” are frequently mentioned. While every positive quality of the 2008 ION Conference will be amplified from 2007, networking is being given a new and stronger emphasis in 2008. » John Smedley, President of Sony Online Entertainment, to Deliver First Keynote for Seattle's 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, January 30, 2008 – The 2008 ION Game Conference solidified its credentials as a premier online game industry event with the announcement that John Smedley, President of Sony Online Entertainment (SOE), is scheduled to deliver the Wednesday, May 13th keynote address at the conference. Mr. Smedley intends to focus on the accomplishments – past, present and future – of SOE and the MMO category in general. He will also highlight SOE’s Seattle studio, the driving force behind the development of the highly-anticipated online adventure/shooter currently in development for the PC and PLAYSTATION&® computer entertainment system, The Agency. » Early Registration Opens for the 2008 ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, January 28, 2008 – Game industry professionals looking for an upscale exclusive event to attend this year need look no further: the 2008 ION Game Conference is now open for early online registration. The discounted early registration rate will only be offered until March 17, 2008. Attendees can save $500 off the full registration price by registering online before the cutoff date. Attendees are encouraged to register early, since ION will have a limited capacity and is likely to sell out. » Just Days Remain to Submit Speaking Proposals for ION ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, January 16, 2008 – As the ION Game Conference hurtles into a new year, a few key deadlines for the 2008 conference are quickly drawing to a close. The most urgent deadline is that in less than one week, on January 21, 2008, the call for speakers for ION 2008 closes. The ION Game Conference, a major game industry event focused on the business and development of online games, offers experienced specialists in the field a chance to share their knowledge with industry peers while elevating their profiles and those of the companies they represent. ION will take place at the first-class Seattle Waterfront Marriott Hotel, located in Seattle’s picturesque waterfront district, from May 13 to May 15, 2008. The ION Game Conference will feature a broad array of expert-level lectures and panels, networking events and an expo area exhibiting cutting-edge technology and games for 2008 and beyond. » OGDC Renamed to the ION Game ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, January 2, 2008 – With the start of a fresh new year, Evergreen Events announces the new ION Game Conference identity for the game industry conference formerly known as “OGDC”. Empowered with a new name, logo and website, the identity and schedule for ION is not only on track but infused with an even stronger focus. The ION Game Conference will take place at the well-appointed Seattle Waterfront Marriott Hotel in the picturesque waterfront district, from May 13 to May 15, 2008. The ION Game Conference will feature a broad array of expert-level lectures and panels, networking events and an expo area exhibiting cutting-edge technology and games for 2008 and beyond. » Call for Speakers Opens for 2008 Online Game Development ConferenceSEATTLE, Washington, November 26, 2007 – The second annual Online Game Development Conference (OGDC) is returning to Seattle on May 13-15, 2008 at the lavish Seattle Waterfront Marriott hotel. The organizers, Evergreen Events, have opened the door for experienced keynoters, speakers and moderators to submit their proposed sessions and panels to make the 2008 conference even more successful than the first OGDC. » 2008 Online Game Development Conference AnnouncedSEATTLE, Washington, September 12, 2007 – Evergreen Events, a visionary game industry event management agency, is very pleased to announce the return of the Online Game Development Conference (OGDC) for 2008. Seattle, Washington also returns as the host city for OGDC; for 2008 this event will be held at the luxurious Seattle Waterfront Marriot Hotel in the beautiful waterfront district, from May 13 to May 15, 2008. The fantastic welcome reception for early arrivals, which was one of the most popular networking opportunities during ION 2007, is scheduled for the evening of May 12th. » In the PressTen Ton Hammer - ION Game Conference Interview with Director Peter Freese
Considering the huge slate of industry events that sprang up last year, very few of them were really outstanding for those actually in the industry. However, one conference stood out from the herd due to its adherence to treating its attendees with the utmost care and providing a intimate yet educational venue. Originally dubbed the Online Game Developers Conference, the ION Game Conference stood as a solid platform for industry professionals in the online game space to learn about and discuss current trends and the implications of future events. To preview this years upcoming show, Ten Ton Hammer's Cody "Micajah" Bye chatted with conference director Peter Freese about this year's conference, the name change, and what he sees in the future of the online game industry. Ten Ton Hammer - OGDC 2007 Coverage Portal When it comes to online gaming events Ten Ton Hammer is there with exclusive interviews and expanded coverage. On May 10th and 11th our team converged on the ION Game Conference in Seattle, Washington. The inaugural OGDC is dedicated to the development of games for the wired world, from casual online games (of the type offered by Pogo) to clan gaming to Massively Multiplayer Online Games. Gamasutra - May 10, 2007 - OGDC: Disney On Building Mass Market MMOs“Don’t make them walk,” was the advice given to an audience of developers at the Online Game Development Conference, where Mike Goslin, vice president at Disney Online’s Virtual Reality Studio was delivering a talk on building massively multiplayer online games for the mass market. » Gamasutra - May 11, 2007 - OGDC: Sony Details PlayStation Network Expansion PlansDuring a panel discussion on the topic of new opportunities in console technology at the Online Game Developers Conference in Seattle, SCEA’s director of third-party developer relations took the opportunity to explain to an audience of developers — as well as detail the PlayStation Network with many fresh specifics. » Gamasutra - May 11, 2007 OGDC: Devs Debate The Business of Online Gamers Arguably the highlight of the Online Game Development Conference in Seattle was Friday's panel focusing on new payment models for online games. The blue-ribbon panel covered topics ranging from Microsoft’s points and iTunes to secondary markets and farming, as well as the history of payments in the Asian market. » Gamedev.net - OGDC 2007 Event CoverageIn the end it was a very enjoyable event. I've never been to a small, focused conference before and it was very relaxing compared to GDC, which has like a bazillion things happening at once. In addition to the conference, the city of Seattle itself was very pleasant. My hotel in the downtown area was just a few blocks from the conference venue, and I was able to walk anywhere in the city, from the Space Needle to the famous Pike Place Market. If you attend this conference next year, which I most likely will, I'd definitely suggest sticking around the following weekend to do some sight-seeing. » Warcry's Razorwire - OGDC 2007: Interview With Scott Brown of NetdevilEarlier today, I sat down with Scott Brown to talk a bit about Warmonger. Warmonger is a multiplayer FPS using the Unreal 3 Engine and incorporating the Ageia PhysX engine. Here's what he had to say: Scott: Warmonger is in the final polish stages now, and what we're really trying to do now is find out what is the best type of business model. What do we want to do, do we want to sell expansion packs? We're going to give this first episode away and we're trying to figure out where to go from there. Do we go with a publisher and have them pick it up and release a full-featured game? Do we do it ourselves and release a gun pack or map kit? » The Osbornion One - OGDC 2007This is the first year for the Online Game Developers Conference. It was organized almost entirely by Peter Freese, a lead programmer at Hidden Path Entertainment. Because I have a longtime professional interest in online/multiplayer gaming, and because it was local and only $340 I went to the conference in hopes of discovering some useful insights and developing some industry contacts. I'm happy to report that the conference was a success for me on both counts. » Virtual Cultures - OGDC: The Importance of Community (a new hope)The inaugural Online Game Development Conference in Seattle last week was a great success: well attended, but small enough to enable a sense of common identity and purpose, a feeling that we were all in it together. The industry participants were from a number of studios and technology companies, and the panels and presentations were very strong and informative and, amazingly enough, several voices called out for recognition of the role of community and community managers. » Sign up for our press notifications!Please fill in the information in the form below to receive Evergreen Events press releases. |
