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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

My next travel starts Monday, and I'm really excited about it! >16 Sept-2 Oct - New Zealand: Keynoting NZGDC! >3-4 Oct: - So. Calif.: Jonelle & Wil's wedding! >6-10 Oct - Melbourne: GCAP, ACMI's Careers + Frontiers: Games Education Symposium, PAX Australia. >11-17 Oct - Kuala Lumpur: Game UX Summit

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Another awesome #gamescom and @gamescomdev.bsky.social in the books! My #culturalization workshop on Monday was packed - thank you all who invested the time! So many greet meetings/encounters! Now off to #London for my rare chance to attend @rgs.org annual conference before I head home on Friday!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Heading to @gamescomdev.bsky.social? Two weeks from today I'll be presenting a 90-minute workshop, "Expanding Your Game's Reach through Culturalization". Condensed from an 8-hour workshop, this is a great opportunity to help maximize your game's effectiveness across global cultures. See you there!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Just an FYI, the @officialgdc.bsky.social 2027 Call for Submissions closes tomorrow, 7 August, at 12:00pm Pacific time! If you're thinking of submitting a session - stop thinking about it and do it 🙂 gdconf.com/call-for-sub...

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Call for Submissions | GDC Festival of Gaming

Speak at GDC Festival of Gaming! Submit a presentation and share your game industry knowledge with the entire games ecosystem.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

After a very busy couple of months participating in events in the US and Canada, I'll be heading out soon to speak at @gamescomdev.bsky.social (formerly devcom) and experience @gamescomglobal.bsky.social once again, and I'm looking forward to connecting with friends and colleagues!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

A fantastic #SDCC2026 all wrapped up and mission accomplished! Our game dev sessions went extremely well and were packed! Now back to work until I depart for #gamescom on 18 August!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

I don’t always get to join the Indiana Jones cosplay meetup at Comic-Con International, but I’m so glad I was able to this year as Sallah himself, John Rhys-Davies, joined us! It was so awesome! #SDCC2026 #IndianaJones

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The @globalgamejam.bsky.social is holding an amazing partner event, the Juntos Game Jam for Venezuela Earthquake Relief, an online game jam taking place 24-26 July in partnership with World Food Program USA! Please consider supporting, and please help spread the word! itch.io/jam/juntos-g...

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Juntos: Game Jam for Venezuela Earthquake Relief | Juntos: Game Jam para Venezuela

A game jam from 2026-07-24 to 2026-07-27 hosted by Global Game Jam. [Descripción en español abajo] 👾 GAME DEVS COMING TOGETHER FOR VENEZUELA RELIEF Global Game Jam is partnering with World Food Progra...

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The GDC Call for Submissions is now open, and will be until 7 August! If you have the interest, why not submit early and not feel the pressure when the deadline approaches? As a GDC Advisory Board member, I'm really looking forward to checking out the great session ideas! gdconf.com/call-for-sub...

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Call for Submissions | GDC Festival of Gaming

Speak at GDC Festival of Gaming! Submit a presentation and share your game industry knowledge with the entire games ecosystem.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Fifty years ago today, I stood on the National Mall with my family in Washington, D.C., to celebrate the bicentennial of the United States (yes, my family and I are somewhere in this photo, near the Washington Monument!).

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

I’ve waited a very long time to finally see this live in concert! I’ve kept missing the chance both at home and abroad! #IndianaJones #Seattle

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Looking forward this week to speak at the North American Game Industry Summit (NAGIS)! It's a new event for me and I'm so glad to return to Edmonton after far too long (after starting my direct client support for BioWare 20 years ago, I haven't been back since!).

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

To commemorate this 45th anniversary of the release of Raiders of the Lost Ark - a film which has had tremendous influence over my career - I had the chance to redesign my dining room. Nothing like eating your meal and worrying about which floor tile you might be stepping on! :D #IndianaJones

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

So a quick 1 day pitstop at home and I'm off bright and early today to speak in eastern Canada. First is the Atlantic AI Summit in Fredericton, New Brunswick and then the XP Game Connect Atlantic in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I've never been to either location so I'm really looking forward to visiting!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Really looking forward to my upcoming trip, speaking at Digital Dragons in Krakow and Nordic Game in Malmö, with time spent also in Stockholm and Copenhagen!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

I had a really fun time doing this detailed interview on game #culturalization with the Game Cookies! The full interview can be read here - check it out if you're curious. :) gamecookies.news/%f0%9f%8d%aa...

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🍪 Kate Edwards on Why Games Are Never Culturally Neutral

Kate Edwards discusses culturalization, AI risk, Kakuto Chojin, Indiana Jones, crunch, ageism, and why global games carry cultural consequences.

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SetJetters @setjetters.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Another great partnership for SetJetters! We're proud and thrilled to welcome a new collaboration with Film Nevada to highlight the state's amazing film production legacy and help empower screen tourists to visit so many iconic filming locations! www.ktnv.com/vegas-things...

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Want to find that exact Las Vegas location from your favorite movie? There's an app for that.

Film Nevada has teamed up with SetJetters, the innovative screen tourism app that turns movie magic into real-world adventures, letting fans step into the scenes of their favorite movies and shows.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Curious about all the amazing filming locations for The White Lotus television series? @setjetters.bsky.social has a new blog out that dives into the subject - enjoy a Friday distraction :) setjetters.com/where-was-th...

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Where Was The White Lotus Filmed? Real Locations, Hotels, and Travel Guide - SetJetters

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

I didn't realize until today that I'm now a legitimate Marvel character - thanks to the Marvel Multiverse RPG module which was released for Free RPG Day in 2025! I guess I now have a really easy cosplay option for my next con 😃

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

So cool and surprising to see second article written about my talk at the @officialgdc.bsky.social, addressing the deep and thorough #culturalization work we did on @bethesdastudios.com and MachineGames' Indiana Jones and the Great Circle! www.thumbsticks.com/indiana-jone...

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Indiana Jones and the Making of a Culturally Accurate Video Game - Thumbsticks

At GDC, Kate Edwards revealed how meticulous research and cultural rigour helped shape Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Excited to speak at the GlobalSaké event in SF on 30 April on AI and content adaptation for global audiences. I'm co-hosting a roundtable focused on the geocultural dimension in content creation. Can AI really help or hinder? Join us to find out! www.globalsakegrowth.com/globalsake-2...

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

I’m very humbled to be named as a Lifetime Achievement Award nominee for the Boss Mode Awards at GamesBeat Summit 2026 (18-19 May, LA)! The awards celebrate women shaping the future of games, entertainment, media, and technology - leaders who don’t just participate in industry, they transform it.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

As of today, I've been self-employed for 21 years via my Geogrify culturalization consulting. I never imagined I'd manage to make it this far - I remain both humbled and amazed. To all my colleagues and clients who have shown faith and in my capabilities, I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

I expected to have fun giving a lecture at @officialgdc.bsky.social about the culturalization we did on Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. I didn't expect to see a @newsweek.com article written up about my talk, which doe a great job summarizing my primary points! www.newsweek.com/entertainmen...

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Kate Edwards on cultural responsibility in Indiana Jones: The Great Circle

Kate Edwards took GDC on an adventure; how Indiana Jones: The Great Circle balances cultural & historical research and responsibility.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

GDC was a fantastic week this year and I had a great time! My sessions were packed with attendees and I had so many great meetings and encounters! The scale of the show was impacted by industry conditions and current geopolitics, but I met so many people for whom this was their first GDC.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

I'm very happy to announce that I'll once again be speaking at @officialgdc.bsky.social this year! My solo lecture focuses on the incredible work to build the cultural world of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. I hope to see you there as we converge on the key game creation event of the year.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Another year, another great time at the DICE Summit! It was refreshing to reconnect and catch up with many colleagues and to hear a greater sense of optimism, with a dose of caution. I was also humbled to get so much positive feedback from people about my work and some of my recent lectures!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Off to the DICE Summit today in #LasVegas, looking forward to seeing a lot of old friends and making new ones! If you're attending and want to catch up about any numbe rof things (especially the challenge of making games in a polarized world), let me know!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

I'm heading to DICE as usual and I'm looking forward to reconnecting and having great conversations with colleagues both familiar and new. Happy to meet up to catch up, but also open to discussing culturalization services, SetJetters (the screen tourism app), and many other industry topics.

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

This GDC scholarship program is a fantastic opportunity for indie game devs and mid-tier devs to attend the @officialgdc.bsky.social, thanks to @xsolla.bsky.social! Don't hesitate to apply - the deadline is this Friday 16 January! events.xsolla.com/GDCscholarsh... #GDC2026

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

I'm happy to be speaking again at Pocket Gamer Connects in London next week, addressing the challenges of making games in a polarized world! After that, I'll be spending several days in Northern Ireland before I act as the MC and a roundtable leader at the game industry Leadership Day in Dublin!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

2025 was another crazy year for travel, and incredibly busy work wise and I’m so very grateful for it. And 2026 is looking to be equally busy! To all the events and organizations who invited me to visit and speak: THANK YOU so very much! Best wishes everyone for a happy Gregorian New Year!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

And for the final trip of the year, I'm off to #NewZealand to givbe a keynote at the Creative Tech Summit organized by Screen Wellington! Given it's my first time to #Aotearoa, I'll be spending an extra two weeks to enjoy and explore. :) I've been looking forward to this trip for a long while!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

A huge shout out to all the amazing teams who orchestrate Game Industry Conference, Gamacon, GamesBeat NEXT, Games Ground Berlin, and SET-JET25 for hosting excellent events this year! The response to my talks across all these events was fantastic! Looking forward to my next trip coming up, more soon

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Heading out today to speak at the following events: 12 Nov: GamesBeat Next (SF) 14 Nov: Checkpoint Festival (Rome, but online for me) 13-16 Nov: Games Ground (Berlin) 21 Nov: Set-Jet 25 (Birmingham, UK) Looking forward to all of them, and if you're attending, I hope to cross paths!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

I'm heading out today to speak at #Gamacon in #Mexicali, my first time participating in this event and i'm really looking forward to it! The weather is certainly going to be more hospitable than #Seattle at the moment :)

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Today I'm excited to be headed to North Macedonia (for the first time) to keynote Game Dev Rev, their inaugural game industry event! And then it's off to Poznan to speak again at the always fantastic Game Industry Conference. If you'll be attending either event, I look forward to crossing paths!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

As a long-time board member of @takethis.org, I'd like to encourage everyone to consider supporting this vital org's mission by grabbing this awesome game bundle!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

On Saturday, @setjetters.bsky.social was honored to be at the Old Royal Naval College to help them celebrate their 100th anniversary as a filming location. We also participated in the successful @guinnessworldrecords.com attempt for the Largest gathering of people dressed as film and TV characters!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

For some fun listening, check out this ~75 minute podcast session where we cover a LOT of topics from my 30+ years in the game industry! If you’re building a game for a global audience, then I highly recommend having a listen. :) 🎧 Watch or listen here: phokou.com/podcasts/30-...

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30+ Years Vet Reveals the #1 Mistake Studios Make Going Global | Kate Edwards - The Gaming Playbook

30+ year games industry legend Kate Edwards joins Harry Phokou on The Gaming Playbook to explore culturalization in gaming, global release pitfalls, and why every studio needs to think beyond localiza...

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

It's DLC day! If you're an Indiana Jones fan and a fan of the #IndianaJones and the Great Circle game from the amazing folks at Machine Games, the "Order of the Giants" DLC is available now on your favorite platform :) Sadly, I won't have any time to play it before I depart on 13 Sept - so enjoy it!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

If you’re attending Devcom next week, consider making time for my talk on Monday - you won’t be disappointed :) #ddc2025

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

Over the weekend, I hit a milestone of working on 300 games over my career! Thank you to all my colleagues over the years who included me in your creative journeys! It started with Flight Simulator 5.0 in 1993, but after 28 years, I'm STILL working on Age of Empires (hence this tribute art)!

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Laia Bee @laiabee.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Longest-running diversity panel at @officialgdc.bsky.social #1ReasonToBe is looking for panelists for 2026 We are looking for underrepresented women in video games living in the U.S., or from abroad, who normally attend GDC, due to the challenges of entering the country forms.gle/QWSK8wPjLu5t...

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

devcom & gamescom! I will be in Cologne 17-22 August and speaking once again at Devcom! I'm scheduling meetings and it's getting busy as usual. Please reach out ASAP to discuss game #culturalization, @setjetters.bsky.social, my event speaking (ask early!), and/or just to catch up! #ddc2025

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

If you are heading to San Diego Comic-Con next week or know someone who is, check out the game dev-related sessions that Jonelle and I are hosting as usual during the event! Feel free to share, especially with people looking to work in the game industry. If you'll be on site, I hope to see you!

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Kate Edwards @geogrify.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

Happy to be back home after a great, relatively brief (for me) trip to speak at the Morocco Gaming Expo and Develop Brighton! Such great feedback on the talks, and excellent networking. So now it's home for a busy week before heading to so. Calif. for San Diego Comic-Con!

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Game Conference+Convention Industry Event Calendar @eventsforgamers.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Podcast Clip: Game Industry Unionization with Kate Edwards 🎮 An award-winning game industry veteran, Kate Edwards chats with us in this podcast clip about the State of the Game Industry and Unionization 📣: www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMAb... @geogrify.bsky.social #GameDev #IndieDevs

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Podcast Clip: Discussing Game Industry Unionization, Layoffs, and more with Kate Edwards

YouTube video by Events for Gamers

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