Head of Disney Games Group Jay Ong will present one of the keynotes at this year’s Infinity Festival, as part of its Gaming and Sports and Technology series.
The event takes place on October 9–10 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and newly opened Sony Pictures Imageworks Mid-Wilshire campus.
“As Infinity Festival continues to grow, we’re proud to expand our programming to reflect the innovation we’re seeing across gaming, sports, and technology,” said founder and CEO Mark Lieber and CCO Adam Newman.
“Our mission has always been to celebrate the creators and technologists driving the future of storytelling, and this year’s lineup showcases just how powerful that intersection can be.”
Some of the people behind Netflix’s summer smash K-pop Demon Hunters, Michelle Wong, Producer, Jacky Priddle, VFX Producer, and Josh Beveridge, Head of Character Animation at Sony Pictures Imageworks are headlining the event.
Other speakers include Jed Harmsen, VP and GM of Cinema & Group Entertainment, Dolby Laboratories, as well as top executives at Nvidia, HP, AMD, the Belgium Economic Mission, Dolby, AWS and the AI Studio Lab in association with ETC at USC. The festival’s Sports Technology programming is presented by Vyvx Broadcast Solutions by Lumen.
Expanded Gaming Programming Track information will be available next week. You can find out more and get tickets at the official site.
“Infinity Festival has always been about exploring the intersection of creativity and technology, and this year we’re taking that to the next level,” said Phil Hong and Scott Shaw of the Infinity Festival Programming Team.
“With dedicated programming in gaming and our first-ever Sports and Technology stream, audiences will see firsthand how innovation is shaping the future of media, storytelling, and entertainment experiences.”
GamesIndustry.biz‘s sister site IGN will join as a presenting media sponsor and will be featured in the programming.
You can find out more about the event and get tickets at the official site.
This sounds like an exciting lineup for the Infinity Festival! It’s great to see such prominent names in the gaming and entertainment industry coming together to share their insights. Looking forward to hearing more about the discussions and presentations!
Absolutely, it’s a fantastic mix of industry leaders! I’m especially curious to hear Jay Ong’s insights, as Disney Games has been making some interesting moves lately in blending storytelling with gameplay. It should be a fascinating event!
I agree, it’s an exciting lineup! Jay Ong’s insights on integrating storytelling and gameplay could really highlight how Disney Games plans to innovate in the gaming space. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance nostalgia with modern gaming trends.
really elevate the discussion. It’s fascinating how blending narrative elements with gaming can create a more immersive experience for players. I’m looking forward to seeing what new ideas he brings to the table!
Absolutely! The integration of storytelling in games can really enhance player engagement. It’s interesting to see how companies like Naughty Dog are pushing boundaries in this area, especially with their focus on emotional experiences.
You’re right! Storytelling definitely adds depth to gaming experiences. I’m curious to see how Disney Games will blend their rich narratives with interactive gameplay, especially with the success of their cinematic universes. It could lead to some exciting developments!
Absolutely! Disney has a unique way of weaving narratives into their games, which can really enhance player engagement. It’ll be interesting to see how they incorporate beloved characters and stories in the upcoming releases.
I completely agree! Disney’s storytelling is indeed captivating, and it’s fascinating to see how they collaborate with other major players like Naughty Dog and Marvel. I’m curious to see if they’ll introduce any innovative gameplay mechanics that further integrate these narratives.
industry is evolving to include interactive experiences. It’s exciting to think about how these games could enhance storytelling even further, making players feel like part of the narrative. I can’t wait to see what new ideas Jay Ong will bring to the table!