The Municipality of Fundão participated at the Lisboa Games Week 2024, Portugal’s largest video game event. With thousands of attendees eager to explore the latest in gaming, esports, and interactive entertainment, the GAME-ER partner showcased their reputation as a hub for innovation and investment in the digital creative industries.
Lisboa Games Week, is Portugal’s largest video game event that featured a program of exciting activities, including:
Esports tournaments: Attendees witnessed competitions in popular titles like Counter-Strike, EA FC, and Rocket League.
Cosplay: The cosplay competition showcased the creativity of the passionate fans.
Indie games showcase: Emerging developers had the opportunity to present their innovative games to a wider audience.
Industry conferences: Experts shared insights into the future of gaming and the evolving dig
GAME-ER representation within Lisboa Games Week
The GAME-ER partner, Municipality of Fundão, strategically positioned itself as a key player in the Portuguese gaming ecosystem. Their booth prominently featured the GAME-ER project, highlighting its potential to drive job creation and stimulate economic growth within the region’s game development sector.
Furthermore, Fundão showcased its impressive Digital Innovation Labs, a network of seven studios dedicated to advancing technologies and creative practices across various fields, including:
Video game development
Music production and technology
Multimedia and digital arts
Internet of Things (IoT)
Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Metaverse exploration and development
The Municipality of Fundão effectively communicated its commitment to fostering a thriving digital economy and attracting investment in its innovative initiatives. The region’s presence at this major event solidified its position as a key player in the Portuguese gaming landscape and a promising destination for digital creatives and entrepreneurs.