CLIMB Game Workshop

Want to make a game but you’re not sure where to start or which engine to learn about?

Join us for a game workshop on the 16th and 17th of May, where we’ll go through the fundamentals of the Godot game engine, build simple 2D games together, and look at different aspects of game development.

We are CLIMB, a new movement in Iceland’s game development scene that wants to help people find a path into games, whether you care about code, art, design, story, audio, or something else entirely.

No prior game development experience required. Bring a laptop and we’ll work from there.


Schedule

13 May - Meet & greet (free, open to all)
An informal evening open to everyone, whether you're joining the workshop or
just curious about game development in Iceland. Come meet the team, chat with other participants, and get a feel for what the week has in store. No ticket needed, just show up. Venue and exact time will be announced soon.


16-17 May - Workshop
Síðumúli 35 (Stefna), 108 Reykjavík.
Doors open at 12:30 but we’ll start around 13:00.
The first day will consist of lectures and a follow along session in Godot.
On day two we’ll dive a bit deeper into Godot together and you’ll start working
on your own game. At the end of day two there’ll be a guest lecture and Q&A session.


20 May - Showcase
Participants present the games they built during and after the workshop. Open to friends, family, and anyone interested in Iceland's game development scene.
Venue and exact time will be announced soon.


Food

Food and drinks are included on the days of the workshop (16-17 May). We’ll have sandwiches, snacks, and coffee so you can stay focused.


Who is this for?

Anyone curious about making games: programmers, artists, designers, writers, musicians, or people with an idea and the urge to try. You don’t need to know how to code. Every team needs different skills, and the best games come from diverse groups.

*You must be at least 20 years old to sign up for this event.


Reimbursement and certificate

The workshop fee may be reimbursable through your trade union, check with your union to see if you're eligible. All participants who complete the workshop will receive a certificate of completion.


What to bring

A laptop, charged if you can. If you want a head start, install Godot from godotengine.org before you come.


Limited amount of tickets available! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the Godot game engine and meet other people interested in making games.