Unlike most horror protagonists, roleplayers KNOW that they are in a horror story and are often well versed in the lore of the setting. As a designer or GM, how can you bring suspense to the table?
Fighting your Inner-Demons: Gamers Dealing with Depression
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Depression and anxiety strikes many gamer lives. Join a panel of designers and freelancers who deal with mental illness. We’ll share stories about taking back control of our lives. You aren’t alone.
Join the guys from Building the Game and their friends as they talk about what it takes to get started as an independent game designer. We'll share our tips for getting your game published!
Freelancing 101: How to Break into Game Design & Editing
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It looks easy, right? Freelancers & publishers on this panel tell you what REALLY happens & how to improve the odds of breaking into print. Advanced tips for established freelancers, too!
From Candyland to Catan & Beyond: Staying Connected with Your Kids Through the Tweens & Teens
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Playing games with your kids can keep you connected, but there's more to it than just that. Hear both sides of the story from a daughter and father team in the industry who lived to tell the tale.
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Children change a lot during the tween and teen years, and many parents struggle with that transition. But you aren't alone -- your kids struggle, too. Playing games with your children can help keep you connected, but there's more to it than just that. Hear both sides of the story from the author and industry father/daughter team of John and Rebecca Kaufeld, who lived through the transition and survived to tell the tale.
From Freelancer to Client - How to Work in Harmony!
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How do you bridge the gap between freelancers and clients? How can you be the best client you can be... and how can you be the best freelancer? Learn how to protect yourself from both sides.