Fantastic Fest is teaming up with gaming nonprofit Day of the Devs to add a horror video game showcase to this year’s edition of Alamo Drafthouse Cinema’s genre film festival.
Dubbed Fantastic Games, the inaugural showcase will run Sept. 20-22 during Fantastic Fest 2024 in Austin and feature “12 incredible horror games that all festival attendees can play – some of which will be playable for the first time ever,” per the event organizers.
The launch of Fantastic Games marks the return of gaming to Fantastic Fest, which featured a “Fantastic Arcade” indie gaming component from 2010-2016, for the festival’s 19th event.
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The application is now open for game developers to submit titles for consideration to be part of Fantastic Games’ selection. “Developers from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, however only games/projects in the horror, fantasy, sci-fi and action genres will be considered,” per the festival, which. notes “games fitting this year’s Carnival theme are especially encouraged to apply.” Submissions close Aug. 5.
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Sponsors of Fantastic Games: Presented by Day of the Devs include Blumhouse Games, Devolver, Double Fine, iam8bit and Raw Fury.
“Day of the Dev’s efforts to celebrate the best in games, championing some of the most unique and innovative experiences, embodies exactly what we do at Fantastic Fest with films, so partnering with them feels like a perfect fit,” festival director Lisa Dreyer said. “We’re excited to connect our Fantastic Fest attendees with incredible video games that will leave them shocked, horrified, and excited for more to come.”
“As huge fans of Alamo Drafthouse and Fantastic Fest, we’re thrilled to team up and help bring games back to the festival,” Day of the Devs co-founder Greg Rice added. “We’re always looking at how Day of the Devs can help spotlight the best of independent games, and are excited to bring some spooky, terrifying, and downright fantastic games. We’re so looking forward to September and celebrating with the community in Austin!”
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