# IGDA – International Game Developers Association

## Game developers have a voice.

The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) is the world’s largest nonprofit membership organization serving all individuals who create games.
We advance the careers and enhance the lives of game developers by connecting members with their peers, promoting professional development, and advocating for the interests of game developers worldwide.

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Donate to the IGDA!

You can give back to the organization to help further our ability to provide community and resources to game devs around the world.

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## Who We Are

We are a global network of collaborative communities and individuals from all fields of game development, including programmers and producers, designers and artists, writers, businesspeople, QA team members, localization experts, and everyone else who participates in the game development process.

We bring together developers in over 160 local chapters and global special interest groups (SIGs) to improve their lives and their craft.

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## There’s never been a better time to be a member!

IGDA members enjoy exclusive discounts on software and events, access to a global network of peers, and a wealth of knowledge and resources to boost their careers and improve their professional lives.

## Individual Memberships

From student to seasoned pro, emerging market developer or supporting Lifetime Member—wherever you are in your career journey, there’s a membership option for you.

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## IGDA Affiliates

Interested in securing IGDA membership for your employees or students? Explore discounted group memberships through our Studio and Academic Affiliate programs!

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## Partners

Does your company offer products or services to support game developers? Connect with our members by becoming an IGDA Partner!

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IGDA Vancouver – November 25th 2025 Meeting

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## Upcoming Events

- 03 Dec 2025

  AI for Interactive Audio - Working Group Event hosted by the IASIG

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- 03 Dec 2025

  IGDA Baltimore Year In Review

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## Current Members

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## Featured Chapters and Special Interest Groups

SIG

## Game Credits

The IGDA Game Credits Special Interest Group (SIG) promotes inclusivity and best practices for how credits are attributed, affecting career and awards prospects.

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SIG

## Women in Games

WIGSIG was formed to create a positive impact on the game industry with respect to gender balance in the workplace and the marketplace.

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SIG

## Games Research and User Experience

IGDA GRUX SIG aims to improve games by improving the state of games user research and user experience work.

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Chapter

## Michigan – Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor branch of the International Game Developers Association brings Michigan’s game development community together for monthly lectures, exhibitions, tutorials, free food, and industry talks.

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