The Opening Mixer in the offices of our partner Bytro Labs at the 15th floor of the Astra Tower welcomes you with a magnificent view over the Hamburg harbor and gets you in the mood for the coming days.

The day begins with a tasty networking brunch with all conference participants, members of the local games ecosystem and assorted guests. In addition to first roundtable discussions, there will be plenty opportunities to start the day with stimulating conversations over coffee and croissants - or juice and eggs, if you are more on the savory side.

Conference ticket holders board the MS Princess and embark on a harbor cruise lasting several hours, during which numerous productive roundtables and presentations will address the concerns and challenges for studio managers of international successful indie game studios. For those who want to get some fresh air in between or talk in private, the sun deck offers a perfect meeting place with a wonderful view over the Elbe and a summer breeze.

The final highlight of the Portside Game Assembly will be the Games Industry Party, where both conference participants and members of the local games industry will come together. Drinks, snacks and good music round off the event before all participants head home for the weekend with new contacts and insights.