


Yoshida says this was his first time back in Australia in over 30 years and shared his passion for Indie games, including Melbourne’s own Cult of the Lamb, which drew a stellar crowd at their booth near PAX Rising. PlayStation’s Shuhei Yoshida headlined the panelists for day one, with a storytime discussion on indie game development.

Showcases and panels by industry experts are open to those searching for something new or looking for inspiration, as well as thousands of Independent local game creators raring to show off their stuff.Īnd while the major gaming companies didn’t have the most significant presence at the event, there was still plenty to enjoy.ĭay One saw thousands of people flood the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, with colourful videogame-themed costumes and props.ĩ went along to check it all out. PAX Aus is back and in person for the first time since 2019, and it’s not just a day for people to get hands-on with games and tech, it’s also a day that sees communities from all over the country come together. Australia’s largest video game convention is on in Melbourne this weekend, with 80,000 people expected to walk through the gates.
