Play and discover new and retro games with friends & family, and compete in e-sports tournaments.

During the industry days, professionals, students, academics, entrepreneurs, and creatives active in the game, film and music industry gather for talks, networking and recruitment. A good dose of inspiration and business development, with a Belgian beer and some great music performances on top. UNWRAP is a festival after all.

Young and old unite through an exciting variety of games to play and discover games and innovation!

The Business in Games Track explores how the games industry works.

From funding and publishing to marketing, growth, and building successful studios and products.

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The VFX & Animation Track at UNWRAP is for people creating visual stories through animation, CGI, motion design, and visual effects. It’s a space to explore new tools, creative workflows, and the future of digital storytelling.

Mastering a craft takes time, but buth these talks go beyond the basics with intensive, expert-led sessions focusing on the technical grit of game creation.

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Discover how digital storytelling and new distribution models are creating new revenue streams, with cases from VRT.

A conference day focusing on the added value and potential of using game technology within the music industry. With Sonic City as the perfect finale to the day.

Explore how the (game) engines, mechanics, and hardware developed for gaming are solving complex challenges in various sectors.

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Discover how open-source collaboration provides the transparency, flexibility, and community support needed to build scalable startups and businesses.

Get insights in how it provides the transparency and freedom needed to scale.

AI is no longer just a trend, nowadays it is a competitive necessity. This track focuses on the practical tools and strategies that turn artificial intelligence into a driver for business efficiency and growth.

The Career Advice Track is your tactical guide to the entertainment industry. Beyond the recruitment booths at our Career Fair, this track focuses on the how to master networking, how to launch a freelance career, and how to approach global studios with confidence.

It’s a mix of expert-led insights and live practice during the festival's many networking events.

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