BostonFIG is back for 2024!
Join us TODAY! Buy tickets in advance or at the door.
Experience the return of the Boston Festival of Indie Games (BostonFIG) as we come back in-person this year. Join us for a day of gaming, camaraderie, and exploration, suitable for players, developers, and enthusiasts alike. As a family-friendly and inclusive event, BostonFIG invites attendees to immerse themselves in the world of indie gaming in a welcoming environment.
Discover a diverse array of indie games crafted by talented developers while enjoying activities tailored for all ages. Engage in discussions, forge connections, and celebrate the creativity within the indie game community. BostonFIG 2024 promises to be a memorable gathering, offering something for everyone to enjoy as we come together to appreciate the unique contributions of indie game developers.
The Quick Details:
- Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024
- Time: 10am-5pm ET
- Location: Cyclorama
- 539 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116 (map)
Here’s What to Expect:
Digital & Tabletop Showcase
Come check out the latest indie tabletop and video games! Showcase games have been selected and curated by our team of experts, and are in the running for a Figgie Awards. Thinking about submitting your own game? Check out the Showcase Submission Guidelines here.
Submissions are due on October 27th, 2024.
Festival Showfloor
In addition to our Showcase, come check out our other vendors, developers, and exhibitors, featuring a mix of games, art, experiences, and more.
Quest
Unleash your inner hero at BostonFIG! Embark on quest through time, where the mask you wear will determine your journey through local game dev and community history – as you help restore balance to the gaming world!
Figgie Awards
Our coveted Figgie Awards are back! Honoring the top tabletop and digital indie games featured in this year’s Showcase, the Figgie Awards cover a number of categories and will be presented at the end of the Festival.
Event Safety + Covid-19 Policies
Information on BostonFIG event policies and masking can be found on the policy page of the BostonFIG website.
Want to help us make future events better than ever?
Volunteer with Us
Help us create unforgettable experiences for both creators and attendees alike by becoming part of our dedicated volunteer team today!
Why Volunteer?
Passion for Games
Cultivate and foster your love for indie gaming while nurturing a strong desire to advocate for and uplift independent game developers within our vibrant community.
Community Engagement
Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the indie gaming community while making a meaningful contribution to its growth and success.
Skills Development
Hone your skills in event management, marketing, communication, and teamwork to gain valuable experience and enhance your professional development.
Booth Space
Are you a small indie game company or vendor that would like to exhibit at upcoming events? We’d love to see you!
Larger companies interested in purchasing a booth should reach out to [email protected] to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
Join the Community
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Sponsors
Our sponsors made this year’s Festival possible.
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Wise Wizard Games
White Wizard Games creates awesome games that are affordable for everyone. Their first game, Star Realms, a space combat deckbuilding game, exploded in popularity and won 7 Game of the Year awards. Star Realms is a top seller in hobby game stores around the world. Epic Card Game, a non-collectible strategy card game designed by Magic: the Gathering Hall of Famers, has draft, preconstructed and sealed gameplay packaged in a small deckbox. Hero Realms is a fantasy-themed deckbuilder with cooperative campaigns and boss battles.
Their newest game, Sorcerer, is a 2-4 player game where you construct your Sorcerer deck and battle for area control in Victorian London. Their games are known for being easy to learn while also having enough strategic depth for even the most advanced gamers. More information at whitewizardgames.com. Follow us on Twitter @wwizardgames @starrealms @herorealmsgame @epiccardgame and @sorcerergame. Check out our Epic Kickstarter featuring Epic Card Games with the new Star Realms High Alert set as add-ons at the link at epiccardgame.com. Stop by our booth for a code for a free access to the digital Star Realms Deckbuilding Game ($5 value).
Northeastern University College of Arts, Media and Design
Comprised of six academic schools and departments and multiple research centers and labs, the College of Arts, Media and Design is a vibrant community of creators, innovators, and researchers dedicated to expanding artistic and academic boundaries. We integrate fundamental human literacies with cutting-edge advancements in technology, data and new media.
Our Boston campus includes a network of creative and physical maker spaces and our offerings are available at more than half a dozen of Northeastern’s global locations including Oakland, London and Vancouver.
We are inclusive, flexible, pragmatic, and responsive. Most of all, we are transforming the academic and research landscape through interdisciplinary collaborations, not just within our College and global University network, but around the world.
Check out games from CAMD students at Booth G5!
New Leaf Legal
Determined. Self-Motivated. Nimble. New Leaf Legal has been practicing these tenets each day for almost seven years. We understand that startups need to stay enthusiastic and on the cutting-edge of their industry, the same should apply to their approach to legal matters.
At New Leaf, we don’t just practice law. We like to think that we pursue Professional Passions™. We wouldn’t be here if we weren’t still excited about law! These passions naturally drive us to improve and educate ourselves on the latest developments and innovations in our areas of practice and personal interests. Whether it is sustainable business and exploring hybrid corporate structures, or alternative music publishing deals, each New Leaf attorney brings unique expertise in areas that truly intrigue and interest them. Thus, New Leaf can provide your company with a business affairs partner that is not only knowledgeable in the areas that will best suit your business’ needs, but one that speaks from the heart when serving you.
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Detailed Schedule
Virtual Show Floor Hours: 10am – 5pm ET
Virtual Quest: all day in-world on Gather
Streaming Schedule:
“Let’s Play” Virtual Fest,
hosted on the BostonFIG Twitch & YouTube Channels