Christian Game Developers Community

Today, we’re celebrating a story that shows why CGDC exists. On April 7, 2026, Black Hole Fishing launches on Steam—an absurd, clever game about turning a quiet fishing pond into a bizarre, ever-expanding system powered by a black hole. But it didn’t start with a launch; it started with a conversation. At the 2025 Christian Game Developers Conference, Matt Stoering from SDG Games showed up, as many do, bringing his work, his questions, and a sense of calling. While there, he connected with Seth Crofton. That connection turned into something real. Seth helped open the door to a publishing deal, which can feel out of reach for many indie developers. And it all traces back to a moment of showing up, sharing, and being part of the community. This is exactly what CGDC is about! [Continue reading, link in comments]

God is doing some cool things in Japan, and Gavin Wimalachandran is a part of it. Through what he calls "digital missional works," Gavin is using video games as a bridge to share the love of Christ with people who may never step foot in a church or encounter the gospel any other way. [Link to interview in the comments]

We're a week away from our FREE AI-Assisted Game Dev Workshop. Join us next Saturday. Link in comments

At first blush, you might assume that games are our primary focus at CGDC, given that "Game Developers" is in our name. Nevertheless, as the leadership has continued to seek the Lord's direction and purposes for this community and its role in gaming, a subtle yet important distinction has become clear: games are our fruit, not our focus.

Join us for our first workshop of 2026. AI-ASSISTED GAME DEV Feb 21st, 11 am - 2 pm CST Forget vibe coding — learn how to effectively harness generative AI to program games without sacrificing quality! In this hands-on workshop, I'll walk you through how to get started integrating AI into your game programming workflow, including: - How LLMs work, when to use them, and how different models compare for development tasks - Using the Cursor IDE and its built-in AI tools - A repeatable process for guiding AI from planning through implementation, so you stay in control - Putting it all together in Unity (though this works for any game engine!) No prior AI experience needed! This workshop will begin with 2 hours of teaching and guidance, followed by an open time for you to experiment and ask questions. After this workshop, you'll have the tools and confidence to start using AI in your own projects! FREE REGISTRATION (link in comments) #gamedev #ai

Whether you’re a professional developer, hobbyist, student, or just someone curious about games and God, there’s a place for you here. 2026 is the year to get up and join the adventure. Here are some ways to get involved now:

Numerous people in the community have been asking when the 2025 conference videos will be available. Good news, they are available now! A Remarkable Lineup of Speakers Our 2025 conference featured a diverse and inspiring roster of speakers — industry veterans and passionate Christian creators who shared insights on leadership, game design, player experience, and more. Speakers included: - Jacob Benton – Design Director with experience on Halo and Destiny - Joe Bragg – Founder of Christian Board Gamers and host of The Christian Board Gamers Podcast - Benjamin Carcich – Veteran Riot Games producer - Matt Colón – Long-time developer and community leader - Philip Conrod – Pioneer in the Christian game space - Magnus Lehmann – Creative leader at Riot Games - Kurt Martin – Innovator in technology at the Museum of the Bible - Daniel Stewart – Producer at Mojang and co-founder of SwordSharp Each talk brought something unique to the table — whether you’re refining your craft, growing your leadership, or seeking encouragement in your calling as a Christian game creator. WATCH NOW Create a free account at https://connect.cgdc.org and enjoy all the conference talks and bonus interviews.

We're launching our new private community: CGDC Connect.

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: CGDC is partnering with Reach Conference for 2026! We’re coming together to host a joint conference that brings the very best of gaming, tech, and faith-driven creativity into one incredible event. Save the Date November 5–7, 2026 Orlando, Florida This collaboration reflects the heart of both organizations: to build and inspire a thriving community of Christians impacting gaming and digital culture. By coming together, we’re creating a bigger and more impactful space for developers, creators, pastors, and innovators to connect, grow, and bring Jesus to new frontiers. Tickets Are Available Now! Tickets are now live and selling fast — with over 400 of the 750 tickets already sold. We expect to sell out, so don’t wait! 👉 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gskb9WFp (Use code: CGDC ) What to Expect: - Inspiring speakers - Game developer and creator-focused workshops - Play new and unreleased games - Worship, prayer, and community spaces - Fun, games, and giveaways! Whether you’re a long-time CGDC attendee, a member of the Reach Conf community, or someone passionate about the intersection of faith and digital culture, this is the year to attend. Let’s make history together in Orlando. We can’t wait to see you there!