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?? Calling All Infra, Backend, and Ops Engineers – Join Us for a FREE Hathora Hub event! GDC 2025 is bringing together some of the brightest minds in game development, and we’re hosting a technical hangout just for you! If you’re an infra, backend, or ops engineer, this is your chance to connect with fellow devs who are building and maintaining the backbone of multiplayer games. Join Harsh, Justin, and Taruni from the Hathora team to hear about what they’ve seen and share your craziest launch stories. (They’ve seen A LOT at this point.) Whether it’s bits about scaling challenges, thoughts about the latest infrastructure trends, or just unwinding with like-minded professionals, this meetup is the perfect space to share insights, network, and geek out over game tech. ?? Don’t miss out—join us for a casual and engaging gathering at Hathora Hub! ?? Sign-up here: https://lu.ma/e56p29ew

?? GDC 2025 is almost here, and we’re kicking things off at the Hathora Hub with a special gathering! Join us for a casual breakfast meetup with: ?? Ben Kvalo, founder of Midwest Games ? Experts from Neon Pay & Wolfjaw This is a great chance to connect with fellow industry pros, share insights on indie publishing, and start your GDC week with great company (and great coffee). ?? Limited spots available—register now to grab a seat! ?? Sign up here: https://lu.ma/q3f22hp3

?? NYC Gaming Representing at GDC! ?????? The NYC-area game industry community may be small, but we punch well above our weight—and we’ll be making our mark at Game Developers Conference at the Hathora Hub! We’re thrilled to announce that Alexandra Takei will be hosting a live recording of her Naavik podcast on Wednesday at the Hub. She’ll be joined by ??? Nick Popovich, founder & CEO of Monomi Park, the studio behind the beloved #SlimeRancher ?? What’s the topic? ?? Slow growth vs. hyper growth—why Nick’s team chose a sustainable model over VC-backed speed ?? Cultivating a dedicated community—building long-term IP ? Skipping external financing—creating a self-sufficient studio ?? This convo will challenge the status quo! Whether you're an indie dev, a founder, or just curious about alternative paths in gaming, you won’t want to miss this. ?? Where? Hathora Hub (@ Sandbox VR SF) ??? FREE entry—as long as there’s room (we’re already half-way to capacity)! ?? Save your spot now: https://lu.ma/fzip8qii

Beyond the many meetings at the Hathora Hub, we’re also powering some top-tier discussions—and this one is a must-attend. ??? ?? Joseph Kim, host of the GameMakers podcast and CEO of LILA Games, will be joined by J. Aaron Farr, CTO and co-founder of Jam & Tea Studios, to tackle one of the hottest topics in gaming: the future of AI in video games. ?? Expect deep insights, bold predictions, and a no-nonsense discussion on how AI is shaping the industry. ?? Register now to secure your spot: https://lu.ma/mq8ky0ot See you at the Hub! ??

So what’s Happening at the Hathora Hub beyond the most important meetings of GDC, you might ask? Good question. Leading up to the doors opening on March 18, we’ll be featuring the coming events. Let’s kick it off with our very own Gabi Weinberg who will host Troy Kirwin, Investment Partner at A16Z GAMES in an intimate conversation. Troy brings a wealth of expertise in game funding and venture capital. His knowledge and understanding of industry trends and what investors are looking for, Troy will offer insights for developers and studios aiming to scale their projects at the earliest of stages. Spaces are limited, so register today! Yes, it’s FREE ?? ?? Register here: https://lu.ma/ipgwu1da

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We couldn't have wished for a better thing to happen for our users over the weekend then them hitting over 1 million processes in a weekend. Who's up for 10 million?

Our team is locked in to help you this GDC at the Hathora Hub. While events will be happening at the Hub, we know the real magic happens in the one-on-one conversations. The time is now for your team to drop their infra costs, and each one of our team members can help you achieve that. Don’t be shy ??. Send a message to Siddharth, Harsh, Gabi, Taruni, Justin, or Uday and book your meeting ASAP. We look forward to seeing you!

?? Gearing Up for GDC! ?? The paddles are out at the office this week as we get ready to kick off GDC at the Online Services House. Big thanks to the Pragma team for bringing together such an incredible crew of sponsors. We’re looking forward to keeping the great vibes from SPIN going—and carrying them over to the Hathora Hub for the rest of the week. Spots are filling up fast—sign up today before they’re gone! ??-https://lu.ma/z9u3ayr0

?? Almost Sold Out! ?? Spots in the Hathora Hub are nearly gone, so here’s a quick breakdown of how folks are getting in: ?? Partnership Suites – Two lucky (and smart) teams, Pragma and Rocket Science Group ?? GDC, have locked in bespoke suites for high-priority meetings during GDC. ?? Patron Access – 20 Patrons will have access to the Hub, plus flexible “as available” meeting spaces during operating hours. ?? Pass Access – A crew of folks who just want a quieter, more comfortable space to take their meetings and enjoy our communal lounge. Everyone gets access to drinks, snacks, and the premium meeting infrastructure the Hub has to offer. Next week, we’ll be unveiling the exciting events happening at the Hub—including the kickoff breakfast you’ve probably already seen. We’ll be at the Hub. Will you? www.hathora.dev/hub