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8 Oct

Parallels 2026

Parallels 2026 features eight creative and unique games and their creators live on stage. Join for an evening that explores the motivations and nuances behind creative decisions, exclusive behind-the-scenes intel on how games were made, and most importantly, an opportunity to discover a new gem.

Hosted by Ruby Innes and Mark Serrels, this year is about permanence and impermanence. What should stay and what should go? Should anything remain eternal?

Date	Times
Thu 8 Oct	7:00pm - 11:00pm

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