March 2025
Spring is here folks and the game studios seem to be gearing up!
Spring is here folks and the game studios seem to be gearing up! No releases this month from what we can tell, but keeping an eye on many, many titles supposed to release this year, so stay tuned!
This month I really want to highlight that the Glasgow Indie Games Festival is coming back this summer! Read more below. The last time this event was organised it also got much interest by some fabulous content creators who were mighty curious about the games being shown there, so we highly recommend you go and check it out, if only to meet some awesome folks!
News
CoSTAR Realtime Lab
The collaboration and partnership between Abertay University, the University of Edinburgh, CodeBase, Interface and Chroma Developments, proudly announced the official opening of their CoSTAR Realtime Lab last month!
Offering a research and development space for creative companies and academic institutions, the Dundee-based studio will be at the forefront of cutting edge virtual production and creative innovation.
With this new lab being opened, there is no doubt that Scotland has taken yet another step into the right direction in the creative media and technology industries. To get a more in-depth insight into what CoSTAR is and does, have a look at their website!
Events
Edinburgh Anime and Gaming Con - 12th/13th April (Edinburgh)
Are you an anime, video game, table top or board game, or cosplay fun? Maybe some, maybe all? Well then you really should not miss the Edinburgh Anime and Gaming Con! Bringing something for all, this con will be an absolute blast!
Compulsion - 12th/13th April (Edinburgh)
Roleplaying, board games and LARPing? Look no further, because Compulsion has got you covered! Join a plethora of other players for two days filled with fun, playing, talks, and more!
PlayStation: The Concert - 25th April 2025 (Glasgow)
PlayStation fans from far and wide, this is the music event for you, coming to Glasgow next year! From God of War, The Last of Us to Ghost of Tsushima and many, many more, this concert will without a doubt blow you away! Experience the game music while watching the footage and truly immersive yourself in some of the best games out there! This is not to be missed!
Glasgow Independent Games Festival - 9th August (Glasgow)
The Glasgow Indie Games Festival is back folks! From the fantastic organisers:: The Glasgow Independent Games Festival is officially set to take place on 9th August 2025 at the community revered Barras Art and Design Building. This year’s festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of independent game development, featuring new game showcases, industry discussions, and games-related art performances even larger than last year’s historic appearance.
So, don’t miss it!
Tabletop Scotland - 5th to 7th September (Edinburgh)
Tabletop fans pay attention! This is Scotland’s biggest board, card and roleplaying game festival happening in Edinburgh! Whether you want to play or buy new games, meet new people or just have a fun day out with your family, Tabletop Scotland has got you covered!