Connecting The UK Game Development Community For Networking And Insights During Develop:Brighton
Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, announced the launch of an exclusive networking event for the UK game development community, Xsolla Connect, taking place with Develop:Brighton 2026 on July 15, 2026. Designed to bring together independent and mid-tier developers, publishers, investors, and industry professionals, the event will offer a focused evening of meaningful connections and actionable insights at one of the UK’s most important annual games gatherings.
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Develop:Brighton has long served as a cornerstone of the European video games industry, drawing developers, publishers, investors, and studio leaders from across the UK and beyond to share knowledge, explore opportunities, and forge lasting business relationships. Xsolla’s event will build on that momentum by providing attendees with a dedicated space to connect with peers and industry leaders in a relaxed, curated setting.
The evening is designed to give game creators at every stage of development the opportunity to expand their networks, exchange ideas, and engage directly with Xsolla’s team of experts across funding, marketing, integration, and customer success.
Event attendees can expect:
- An exclusive evening of curated networking with fellow developers and industry professionals
- Insights and perspectives from Xsolla’s global team
- Introductions to Xsolla’s Funding, Marketing, Integration, and Customer Success teams
The event is open to game developers, studio representatives, and industry professionals attending Develop:Brighton 2026. To join the waitlist to attend Xsolla Connect Brighton, attendees should visit: https://events.xsolla.com/xsollaconnectbrighton20261
“Develop:Brighton is one of the most important gatherings for the UK games industry and a place where real relationships and opportunities are built,” said Berkley Egenes, Chief Marketing & Growth Officer at Xsolla. “We’re proud to bring together the development community for an evening focused on connections, fireside-style sessions, and collaboration, because the conversations happening at events like this are often what help studios take their next big step forward.”
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