UTS Games Week 2026: Games Showcase
Description
We're excited to welcome you to campus for the UTS Student Games Showcase, proudly supported by Triple Kill Pty Ltd as part of UTS Games Week 2026.
The showcase brings together outstanding student projects from across the UTS Games programs, alongside the winning teams and standout entries from the UTS Games Week Game Jam, held on 23 and 24 November.
Join us as we celebrate the creativity, innovation, and technical achievements of our students. Attendees will have the opportunity to play games, experience interactive projects, meet the creators behind them, and learn more about the design and development processes that brought these ideas to life.
This year's showcase features a diverse range of work, including game jam winners, capstone projects, serious games, advanced programming projects, and extracurricular work. From engaging gameplay experiences to innovative technical solutions, these projects highlight the talent and passion of the next generation of game developers and digital creators.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday 26 November 2026
Time: 5:00pm onwards
Location: UTS Building 11, Level 4
Who is invited?
All UTS students and staff members
Friends and family
Industry representatives and research partners
Members of the Sydney game development community
Anyone interested in games and interactive experiences
Featured Student Projects and Game Jam Winners
UTS Games Week Game Jam Winners
The showcase will feature the winning teams and standout projects from the UTS Games Week Game Jam. Over two days, students collaborated to design, develop, and present original game concepts, demonstrating creativity, teamwork, and technical excellence.
Game Design Studio 2
The capstone subject for the Bachelor of Games Development, where students work in multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and deliver industry-inspired game projects. These projects showcase advanced skills in game design, production, programming, art, audio, and project management.
Serious Games and Gamification Studio
Students explore how game design principles can be applied beyond entertainment to create engaging experiences for education, training, health, and social impact. Projects demonstrate innovative approaches to learning, engagement, and behaviour change through interactive systems.
Advanced Games Programming
This subject focuses on the technical foundations of modern game development. Students develop advanced gameplay systems, artificial intelligence, graphics, networking, optimisation techniques, and game engine technologies to create sophisticated interactive experiences.
Extracurricular Projects
In addition to coursework, the showcase features independent projects developed by students outside their formal studies. These projects reflect the passion, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit of the UTS games community.
What to expect:
Visitors will have the opportunity to play a wide range of games and interactive experiences, meet the teams behind them, and celebrate some of the best student work produced throughout the year.
Registration:
Attendance is free, but registration is required.
Places are limited, so register early to secure your spot.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Note: We aim to accommodate dietary needs where possible, but due to operational limitations, we can’t guarantee all requirements will be met - please check with staff if you have any concerns.
Please Note: This event is being hosted as a part of the 2026 UTS Games Week, which is being held from Monday 23 November - Friday 27 November.
Find out more about the 2026 UTS Inaugural Games week here.
The Inaugural UTS Games Week supported by:
Triple Kill Pty Ltd, who share our commitment to supporting emerging game developers and fostering connections between students and the games industry.
To ensure a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all attendees, security measures are in place.
For enquiries, contact Jaime.Garcia@uts.edu.au
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