Play NYC 2021 will take place from August 7th to August 8th, 2021 at the Metropolitan Pavilion. This summer, we're planning a scaled convention that unites game creators and fans all weekend long along with our annual live stream.
We've been working with venue organizers at The Metropolitan Pavilion to ensure that all local and federal guidelines are being followed to organize a fun and safe event. This will include proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test result prior to entry for all attendees as well as regular sanitization and any additional recommended guidelines that are still in place at the time of the event (i.e. mask wearing, social distancing).
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Play NYC Official Press Release
Hosted by Playcrafting, Play NYC is New York’s largest game convention for creators and players alike. Featuring the latest releases from studios large and small, and from developers old and new, Play NYC celebrates every facet of gaming in a way that only the Big Apple can.
Launched in 2017, Play NYC gathers more than 5,000 people for two packed days and nights of games, speakers, and networking events. In 2018, Play NYC returned for a historic second year, packing all 4 floors of the historic Hammerstein Ballroom with games of all shapes and sizes.
In 2020, Play NYC took place 100% online from August 10-16. Take a look at the virtual convention here.
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Play NYC is free to attend! But join our mailing list to get other perks!
Graffiti Games is an annual initiative where we spotlight developers from underrepresented groups and give them a platform to create exclusive games for Play NYC. Each person receives a commission to create and show a game that speaks to them and is representative of their own inspirations and work. In 2018, we supported immigrant developers. In 2019, we highlighted games made by developers in the LGBTQIA community.
Thanks to the generous support from Rockstar Games, we’re honored to amplify the voices of Black developers this year. Check back in August to download the exclusive Graffiti Games!
Play NYC will be completely virtual, unfolding across play-nyc.com and more from August 10th - 16th.
