NGES 2027
Conference Program
From traditional game systems to NGES
Four days of keynotes, paper sessions, workshops, and community events in San Antonio, USA.
The detailed program will be published after the notification of acceptance. Below is a preliminary schedule overview for Holiday Inn San Antonio, Riverwalk.
Day 1 — March 15
Opening Keynote
Building Worlds Players Want to Return To
Paper Session: Systems & Engines
Oral presentations from Track A
Poster Session & Playable Demos
Interactive posters and live entertainment demos
Panel: Immersive Play at Scale
Researchers and studios discuss next-gen platforms
Day 2 — March 16
Keynote: Massive Shared Play
Invited keynote on multiplayer and live platforms
Paper Session: Play Experience & Culture
Oral presentations from Track B
Workshops
Parallel half-day and full-day workshops
Community Reception
Networking event for all attendees
Day 3 — March 17
Keynote: AI-Driven Content Pipelines
Invited keynote on generative production systems
Paper Session: XR, Accessibility & Esports
Cross-track highlights
Industry & Research Forum
Studios, platforms, and labs in conversation
Demo Showcase
Extended playable demos and artifact exhibits
Day 4 — March 18
Closing Keynote
Looking ahead: the next decade of entertainment systems
Closing Panel
Future of Next-Generation Gaming & Entertainment Systems
Awards & Closing
Best paper awards and closing remarks