International Game Developers Association

About

The International Game Developers Association is the largest non-profit membership organization serving individuals that create video games. The following elements constitute the identity of the IGDA:

Mission

To advance the careers and enhance the lives of game developers by connecting members with their peers, promoting professional development, and advocating on issues that affect the developer community.

Core Values

These Core Values are the IGDA's essential and enduring tenets. They are timeless guiding principles that require no external justification; they have intrinsic value and importance to the IGDA and its members.

Community
Professionalism
Expression
Innovation
Impact
Leadership
Fun

Jump to the dedicated Core Values page for a more verbose description of each value.

What does that all really mean?

Here are six examples to illustrate the IGDA and its members in action:

1. Extensive opportunities to network with other professionals and connect with peers: Chapters, Events/Parties, Special interest group, Forums, LinkedIn private group

2. Exploring and addressing significant issues within the industry affecting game development: Quality of Life, Recognition of Talent, Diversity

3. Offerings for professional development and educational programs: Special interest group, Leadership Forum

4. Influencing regulations and public perceptions that affect the medium of games: Anti-Censorship Advocacy, Speakers Bureau

5. Access to the most up to date and in-depth information : White Papers, Wiki Knowledge Base, Columns/Articles

6. Providing standards and guidelines that help evolve the industry: Credit Standards, ECQC, Casual Games SIG/DataReportingInitiative

(The IGDA relies on the volunteer work provided by countless members. The IGDA empowers everyone with the means to positively affect their career and the industry. Please Contact Us if you would like to take advantage of, or dive into any of the above initiatives.)

/Papers and Reports

Explore our vast collection of papers and reports that we have compiled from out different volunteers and SIG groups.

Governing/Formal Documents

The IGDA is governed by two principle documents: the Articles of Incorporation and the Bylaws. Together, these documents outline the general rules of the Association, rights of members, powers of the board, etc.

IGDA Foundation

The IGDA Foundationassists the International Game Developers Association (the “IGDA”) in its mission to enhance and enrich the professional lives of its members. The IGDA is a member organization comprised of, and benefiting, individuals engaged in the creation of computer and video games. The Foundation performs charitable, scientific and educational works with funds contributed to the Foundation.

Contact Us

Please do not hesitate to get in contact with us here at the IGDA. Follow the above link to find out the many different ways you are able to contact us for any reason.

IGDA History

To learn more on how the IGDA was established, view a brief history of the association.

International Game Developers Association