Events
Join our celebration of all things gaming Mon 26 - Sat 31 May 2025. Check out the full programme of events, workshops, shows, talks and more! Presented by The Forum with Lead Partner Norwich University of the Arts.
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10am - 4pmThe Arena - Tue 27 May
Enjoy FREE activities at The Forum and have the ultimate gaming experience! Each day of NGF25 has a dedicated theme, focusing on a certain aspect of gaming – however, we’ll always have a bit of everything available.
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11am - 12noonGetting Started in the Tabletop Industry
The UK Tabletop Industry Network share their top tips for starting a career in tabletop gaming!
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6pm - 7.30pmSo You’ve Designed A Game…
Game designer, publisher and author James Wallis will be talking about how to pitch and prototype your game, as well as how to set up your own games company.
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10am - 4pmThe Arena - Wed 28 May
Enjoy FREE activities at The Forum and have the ultimate gaming experience! Each day of NGF25 has a dedicated theme, focusing on a certain aspect of gaming – however, we’ll always have a bit of everything available.
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2.30pm - 4pmIntroduction to Character Design
A guided character design workshop - from initial concept to final piece, and every step in between.
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10am - 4pmThe Arena - Thu 29 May
Enjoy FREE activities at The Forum and have the ultimate gaming experience! Each day of NGF25 has a dedicated theme, focusing on a certain aspect of gaming – however, we’ll always have a bit of everything available.
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Times varyThe Code Zone: Coding Robots and Games
Get hands-on coding and game-making experience with The Code Zone in this workshop for ages 6-16.
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11.30am - 12.30pmWhat to Expect in Your First Year of Running a Studio
If you’re feeling ready to take the leap to run your own studio, or perhaps are just curious about what it involves for future consideration, then this is the talk for you.
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1pm - 2pmAuthentic Queer Representation in Games Narrative
Writers Errol Seymour (Jagex) and Gavin Spoors (Fairer Games) talk all things queer narrative in this panel talk.
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10am - 4pmThe Arena - Fri 30 May
Enjoy FREE activities at The Forum and have the ultimate gaming experience! Each day of NGF25 has a dedicated theme, focusing on a certain aspect of gaming – however, we’ll always have a bit of everything available.
FreeFamily friendlyThe ArenaSENDSports & ExerciseWellbeingCareersTabletopShowcaseTraderActivityVideo GamesRetroIndustry