The Platform Expos are unique events that are designed to both showcase the digital gaming and entertainment industry and communicate how this vibrant business sector can provide sustainable careers and business growth.

• FOR EDUCATION

The Platform Expos are unique in that they offer their delegates a real opportunity to ‘get involved’ with this industry. Educational programmes, including Game Programming Degree Courses in the UK demonstrate how education can provide the skills to enter this business sector and create sustainable employment opportunities. Schools, colleges and universities are all involved in competitions that are run by them and are then judged at the expo. 2011 & 2012: 24 Hour Create a Game Competition is an example of this, run and organised by the University of Hull.

• FOR ENTERTAINMENT

LAN Gaming: The region’s largest LAN Gamin Event will take place at Platform 2012 and will be run by gaming experts, Fragged Nation.
Cosplay: This increasingly popular activity will feature in a key role at Platform 2012.
Retro Gaming: The history of this industry is brought to life in the retro gaming section.
Gaming Pods: Compete or just have fun with the gaming pods showcasing some of the most popular games on the market.
Marketplace: Merchandise, memorabilia and accessories – all are available at the Expo.
Exhibition: Meet and greet industry experts, education establishments and businesses that can help you set up your own Gaming Company.

• FOR EMPLOYMENT

Learn how to hone your skills to forge a career or set up a business in the digital gaming and entertainment sector. Worth $70 Billion p.a. and growing at an exponential rate, it is an industry that can provide sustainable careers and jobs. Banks, venture capitalists, business advisors and legal advice is all on hand to help you on your journey to success.