In its 37-year history Austin’s famed South by Southwest (SXSW) has become the launchpad for what’s next. For the first time ever, it is expanding internationally, taking place in Sydney, October 15-22.

From start-up pitches, networking opportunities and mind- bending activations in technology, to showcasing future trends across interconnected layers of the gaming industry, SXSW Sydney will unite gaming, tech and innovation industry professionals within a future-facing series of Expos.

Luke Lancaster is Head Of Gaming SXSW Sydney. He’s spent over a decade working in the local games industry and he joined 2SER Breakfast to discuss how the SXSW Sydney 2023 Games Festival will showcase the potential and embrace the future of one of the world’s most exciting industries.