26-27th November 2026 at SODA, Manchester

SODA and POC in Play invite you to attend our international diverse festival in person in Manchester Metropolitan University’s School of Digital Arts.

In SODA’s state of the art new building we will host two days of talks and a networking showcasing diverse speakers and topics across games development as well as animation and film. This builds on POC in Play’s popular series of networking events with a premium roster of global talent to learn and connect with.

Tickets Available To Purchase Here: https://mmu.estore.flywire.com/products/dvrs-fest-2026-441887

For any issues with e-store please contact DVRS@mmu.ac.uk

For any information regarding the conference, please contact s.shewhorak@mmu.ac.uk