Videogames - Made In Guildford

About

Location: Guildford Museum

Dates: Saturday 2 July 2022 until Saturday 24 September 2022

Times: Wednesdays to Saturdays; midday to 4.30pm (last entry 4pm)

Entry is free

Visit our exciting new exhibition at Guildford Museum. It gives a snapshot into the thriving videogame sector in Guildford and local area.

You can:

• learn about the first videogame studio in Guildford, Bullfrog Productions
• discover more about the 70 plus local games studios
• find out how many games have been released from Guildford
• play Guildford-made videogames on our console station
• find out how to get into the sector from local videogame experts

This exhibition is the beginning of a larger project. We aim to collect every videogame made within the GU postcode. The games on display are the beginning of our videogame collection.

Activities

Join two free activity days presented by nDreams.

Dates and times:

• Saturday 16 July
• Saturday 20 August

Try out VR

• Midday to 2pm and 3.30pm to 4pm

Try out virtual reality headsets with one of the UKs largest VR developers. Play a range of games from fast paced games to more relaxing experiences. Immerse yourself in the technology. (PEGI7 suitable for 7+; parental/adult supervision required).

Free, drop in

Get your foot in the door - workshop

• 2:30pm-3:30pm

Get your foot in the door! Learn more about the games industry through a workshop. Find out the range of jobs available and routes into the industry.

Booking Information

Booking is required. Email heritageservices@guildford.gov.uk or telephone 01483 444751 

• this session is for young people aged 12-18

Plus - throughout the exhibition

For our younger gamers, there will be a trail inspired by gaming quests. Follow the trail from challenge to challenge on a path to the final goal.