Swiss Game Developers Association (SGDA)

The Swiss Game Developers Association (SGDA) is a leading organization in Switzerland that fosters a sustainable and inclusive environment for successful game development. With a unique network of members, SGDA connects all stakeholders in game development and is committed to promoting high-quality games. The organization also emphasizes the transfer of know-how to other cultural disciplines and economic sectors, providing expertise to media, political institutions, and non-governmental organizations. Additionally, SGDA plays a key role in the industry by organizing the prestigious Swiss Game Awards (SWIGA) to honor the most creative and innovative entertainment and serious games annually. The association also initiated and organizes the highly anticipated annual festival Gamesweek Zurich and Gamesweek Zurich - The Conference. Furthermore, SGDA is associated with the European Games Developers Federation (EGDF) and has been officially recognized as a professional cultural organization by the Federal Office of Culture (FOC). As a member of SuisseCulture and the main partner of #Swissgames initiated by Pro Helvetia, SGDA holds a prominent position within the gaming industry. Founded in 2012, the SGDA primarily operates within the gaming sector, playing a pivotal role in promoting and advancing the game development landscape in Switzerland and beyond.