00:00 Some of the biggest names and biggest fans in gaming.
00:07 Well this is my first convention here in Melbourne and I am just having an absolute ball just
00:13 learning all the new video games that are coming out.
00:15 To catch up with people even if you don't know them with similar hobbies and interests as you.
00:20 I am Kitty Grace and I'm the content and community manager at PAX Australia.
00:25 There's a Snorlax behind me.
00:29 80,000 people are expected at Australia's biggest gaming event, PAX Aus.
00:34 But they come all over Australia and we also get a lot of international people coming over to check out the scene.
00:39 It's the 10th anniversary for the three day event featuring the classics and some new favourites.
00:46 There's one right there who's dressed up the exact same thing as me.
00:49 Among the attractions, access to unreleased games.
00:53 Waiting up for Tsumaru Wonder. It's the first time it's been played in Australia and it's coming out in about a month.
00:58 Along with merchandise, new tech and old school table tops.
01:02 The gaming industry is a $200 million industry and it is just growing strength to strength.
01:08 And it's very visible here just how it is growing.
01:11 The number of Australians employed in game development studios has jumped by nearly 60% since 2020.
01:18 Some of their work was also on display.
01:20 Our game is called Crash Course Builder.
01:22 Well we have a demo out now and we're thinking about releasing in 2024, possibly towards the end.
01:28 Yeah, we're not quite sure just yet.
01:30 It seems there'll be no shortage of interested players when it does come out.
01:34 come out.
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