About this event
XDS (External Development Summit) is an annual international games industry event focused on advancing external development (XDEV). The 2026 edition takes place in Vancouver, Canada and emphasizes connection and collaboration between game developers (buyers) and service providers, with programming shaped by an advisory committee. The page highlights speaker submissions (covering areas such as AI, ethical external development, industry stability, efficiency, and emerging markets), networking/social events, and registration via developer passes.
When
8-11 September 2026
4 days
Venue
Vancouver Convention Centre
Vancouver, Canada
Price
See website