XDS 2026 Passes
$1,295 USD
XDS is the only annual, international games industry event focused exclusively on External Development for Art, Animation, Audio, Co-Development, QA, and Localization.
All Passes Include:
- Four days of conference programming — presentations, panels, roundtables, and table topics
- Full access to XDS Connect, our exclusive B2B platform with unlimited meeting requests and messaging
- Admission to all XDS networking and social events, including Happy Hours
- Morning and afternoon breaks with complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks
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Developer Passes
Super Early Bird
The first 100 Developers to register receive:
- 50% off the regular ticket price
Early access to event hotel booking at exclusive XDS rates
Access to a XDS Ignite Vancouver at XDS 2026 (sessions + networking focused on Developers) Available on a first-come, first-served basis. - SOLD OUT
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Developer Passes
Early Bird
Until April 30th, 2026
- 15% off the regular ticket price
Access to a XDS Ignite Vancouver at XDS 2026 (sessions + networking focused on Developers) Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
USE PROMOCODE:
XDS26_DEV_EARLY-BIRD
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Developer Passes
Regular
Starting May 1st, 2026
- Sign up for our newsletter to be notified once the regular passes go on sale.
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Service Provider Passes
To ensure fairness and global representation, Service Provider Passes are distributed through a draw-based system.
- Passes will go on sale in early 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified of key dates.
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Industry Assistance Program
The XDS Industry Assistance Program provides free passes to small Service Providers from emerging markets, helping ensure accessibility and diversity at XDS. More information HERE.
- Applications for the 2026 Industry Assistance Program are now closed.
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Middleware Passes
For companies offering essential tools, engines, or software components that empower game development. These tickets have a limited capacity.
- Passes will go on sale in early 2026. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified of key dates.
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Cancellation Policy
Super Early Bird Developer Passes:
Cancellations and a full refund will be provided up until April 1, 2026. After this date, cancellations or refunds will not be offered for this ticket category. Transfer of registration to another individual is not permitted after August 17, 2026.
Other Pass Categories:
Cancellations and a full refund will be provided up until August 1, 2026. After this date, cancellations or refunds will not be offered. Transfer of registration to another individual is not permitted after August 17, 2026.
Right to Reject or Terminate XDS 2026 Registration
The XDS Advisory Committee reserves the right to accept or refuse any registrations for XDS 2026 and its related events or offerings, at its sole discretion. The Committee further reserves the right to terminate any previously accepted registrations and return any registration fees paid, at any time and for any reason.