Publisher-Designer Speed Dating
Speed Dating Event
The UK Games Expo Speed-Dating is an opportunity for invited game designers to pitch their games to publishers. Designers will have the chance to ‘schmooze' a different publisher every 5 minutes. There will be a short break in the middle of the sessions.
Designers will be invited based on their Sell Sheet and a Rules Sheet.
We guarantee to invite every publisher’s first choice of designer and as many others as possible.
Please be aware that only 24–30 designs are selected from (normally) over 100 entrants.
After the 'speed dating' sessions are finished, Publishers will have the opportunity to discuss designs further while making arrangements to follow up on designs they've expressed an interest in. There is also a networking event planned for that evening
Applications will be via a form linked from this page on 1st March.
Event Eligibility
Ready to play
You must have a prototype that is ready to play. A concept is not enough.
Rule Sheet
Must have a rule sheet submitted for the prototype by 30th April 2025.
Sell Sheet
Must have a Sell Sheet submitted for the prototype by 30th April 2025
Be There
Must be able to attend UK Games Expo on Friday 30th May . (Online participation is not possible.)
Publishers we need you!
We are seeking expressions of interest from Publishers wishing to take part in our 'Speed Dating' sessions. This is an opportunity for you to look at a large number of designs in a short space of time.
Publishers should be in a position to consider the development of designs and potential future publications and be available. If you are interested in taking part please email Richard.
Email: Richard
