Unreal Engine Warsaw Meetup: Frozen Edition x 11 bit studios
7:00 PM: Welcome & Guest Greetings - A short introduction to the evening and welcome message.
7:30 PM: Tech Talk #1: Changing the engine and keeping sanity. Story of Frostpunk2, by Aleksander Kauch, Senior Technology Lead at 11 bit studios
Introduction and deep dive into the topic.
How to change the engine, grow the team, change production methods, and still be able to release the game (almost =P) on time? How to deal with all that and not lose your sanity in the process? I'll go over technical challenges, team management issues, and personal struggles during the development. We came a long way to release Frostpunk 2, and it was not an easy one. No silver bullets, no magical solutions, just a story of overcoming troubled development from the technical and production perspective.
Q&A session for immediate queries.
8:30 PM: Break
8:45 PM: Tech Talk #2: The UI must not fall. Frostpunk 2 interface in Unreal Engine, by Krzysztof Taperek, Expert Engine Programmer at 11 bit studios
Introduction and deep dive into the topic.
We survived the storm (of Frostpunk 1), now what? For the sequel, we ventured away from our in-house tech and towards the Unreal Engine. It was time to adapt our previous workflows to the new reality of UMG and Slate. In this postmortem, I'll walk you through the development of Frostpunk 2's user interface, with all the “Epic” challenges we encountered along the way. What went wrong and how experiences from the previous custom engine helped (and hindered) our work. I will tell you how we overcame the obstacles of creating a complex UI for the survival city builder game with a few simple rules.
Q&A session for immediate queries.
9:30 PM: Networking Session
We’re thrilled to announce the next Unreal Engine Warsaw Meetup! Mark your calendars for February 6th and join us at H.4.0.S, located at Marszałkowska 64. This time, we’re excited to organize the meetup in collaboration with truly creative visionaries known for their innovative storytelling and immersive game design – 11 bit studios! Prepare yourself for some behind-the-scenes industry insights and game development excellence experience!
WHY THIS MEETUP?
The Unreal Engine Warsaw Meetup retains our time-tested formula of tech talks followed by a networking session. This is your chance to delve into game dev and the Unreal Engine, conversing with industry experts, fellow developers, and the Epic Team (when on place). Whether you're an industry veteran, a game development expert, an Archviz enthusiast, or a newcomer – everyone's welcome! At our meetups, professionals and novices alike converge to discuss various game development processes, sharing knowledge and ideas on topics ranging from VR and Archviz to UE5 Tips & Tricks, and much more.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
This time, we're excited to collaborate with 11 bit studios, a renowned developer known for emotionally impactful storytelling and deep strategic gameplay, like thus War of mine and Frostpunk.
Join the Unreal Engine Meetup to gain insights from the experts at 11 bit studios, who will share a valuable development know-how.
The evening will feature:
- Changing the engine and keeping sanity. Story of Frostpunk 2, by Senior Technology Lead at 11 bit studios, Aleksander Kauch
- The UI must not fall. Frostpunk 2 interface in Unreal Engine, by Expert Engine Programmer at 11 bit studios, Krzysztof Taperek
- After the session, dive into our comprehensive networking session, a perfect setting for both newcomers eager to learn about game development and veterans looking to reconnect.
TIME & PLACE
Meet us on February 6th at H.4.0.S, centrally situated at Marszałkowska 64, in the heart of Warsaw! This venue, stocked with beer, soft drinks and snacks. Attendance is free, but seats are limited! RSVP early to secure your spot.
Missed out? Sign up for our waiting list, there's always a chence you could join us!
WHAT'S THE GOAL?
Creating a relaxed setting where seasoned professionals exchange experiences, while newcomers get a genuine taste of game development. And yes, unwind with some drinks!
GOT SOMETHING TO SHARE?
Got a groundbreaking idea or a game project you've been working on? Or want to discuss interesting challenges or any other topic We'd love to hear about it. Reach out; we're always on the lookout for fresh perspectives and contributions.
QUESTIONS?
Our team of organizers is always here to assist. Connect with us on Meetup or drop us a message here, on Discord or Facebook page!
Looking forward to a robust exchange of ideas and camaraderie. Gear up for an unforgettable evening!
