This weekend saw the return of PG Connects Jordan, welcoming over 1,500 attendees to the two-day event in Amman.

The new venue in Abdali Boulevard put the games industry in front of thousands of members of the public, rather than keeping it behind the closed doors of a conventional conference venue. It was a very welcoming location, surrounded by cafés, bars and restaurants where delegates can continue their conversations and enjoy Jordanian hospitality and cuisine.

A fantastic roster of speakers and panellists across both days led a great mix of practical advice, industry insights and forward-looking discussions. The AI content struck a good balance between exploring the potential of the technology and offering practical advice on how developers can use it.

Among the eye-opening discussions about platforms and opportunities, the Roblox sessions were particularly interesting, exploring the creative and commercial possibilities of the platform. Mohamed El Sheakh challenged the way we think Roblox games look and feel.

We also had an excellent panel on Minecraft, including speaker Laylah Bulman of Minecraft Education joining us remotely from the US, demonstrating the international connections being made at the event. That panel was hosted brilliantly by Amira Qarqash of MODEE- YTJ.

There's always a fantastic atmosphere at PGC Jordan, highlighting the unique energy of the region's games development community. It's a young, ambitious and highly engaged community, with developers who are not only passionate about making great games, but also committed to sharing their knowledge and helping the wider local industry grow.

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