What we’re about
This meetup will be an occasion where the insane amount of creative ideas, talented people and hobbiests can all meet under one roof, with some beverages and snacks to discuss the gaming world. There will be talks, presentations and discussions as well as the chance to find exciting projects to be part of in the area.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Talks: w/James Schall - Staying ahead of the the game.St Aldates Tavern, OX1 1BU
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Are you passionate about the gaming industry? Do you work with Console, PC or Mobile Games, or consider yourself a gaming enthusiast? Oxford Video Game Meet Up is your perfect opportunity to meet like-minded people across the gaming world.
‼️NOTE: OXVG events are moving to Eventbrite, please RSVP via this link‼️
Agenda:
18:30 - Doors open, drinks and networking 🍻
19:00 - Talk #1: James Schall
19:30 - Break
19:45 - Micro talks
20:15 - Any other business, chance for 1 minute pitches 📢
20:30 - Continued gaming chats and closeTalk #1 James Schall
James is a 33 year veteran of the games industry, starting his journey here in Oxford as a Saturday salesboy in a local games retailer. His knack of predicting trends and consumer behaviour enabled him to run a mail order import business in the 90’s, be one of Amazon’s first UK employees, eventually spending time in Seattle helping Amazon fully enter the games business. 13 years at SEGA followed where James was VP of Global Digital business operating strategies across Europe, North America and Japan as well as emerging markets. Recently James set up Publisher Secret Mode for Sumo Group and brought that publisher fully independent in March 2025 via a MBO.
James will be discussing customer behaviour, trends and trying to stay ahead of the game.Micro Talks: TBC
This event is organised and hosted by Humand Talent.
‼️NOTE: OXVG events are moving to Eventbrite, please RSVP via this link‼️
