Sacramento’s creative community keeps growing, and the Sacramento Developer Collective is here to help it thrive. We’re a nonprofit that supports video game and creative developers by connecting peers, sharing practical skills, and hosting events across the region.
Who We Are
Founded in 2007, SDC gives Sacramento game developers, artists, writers, and students a place to meet, learn, and build together. What began as a grassroots meetup evolved into a registered nonprofit focused on growing the local video game and interactive media scene. Our monthly gatherings, game jams, and workshops created steady momentum that led to the Capital Creative Showcase, an annual public exhibition that now draws dozens of exhibitors and a growing audience.
What We Do
Our calendar blends hands-on learning with public visibility. Expect recurring meetups, jams, and workshops that teach real-world skills, plus larger events that put Sacramento creators in front of players, press, and partners.
Capital Creative Showcase is SDC’s annual expo spotlighting Sacramento’s game creators. It brings together indie studios, student teams, and community partners for a full day of playable demos, feedback, and networking. Newcomers get an easy entry point to meet the scene and see what’s being built. Teams gain a real chance to test projects with players, connect with media and mentors, and build momentum toward release.
What’s Next
Looking ahead, we’re launching a new series of interviews with local developers and creators to spotlight the people shaping Sacramento’s game scene, paired with practical tip posts that walk through the whole pipeline from concept to prototyping, playtesting, marketing, and publishing. We’ll fold those insights into meetups and workshops, give teams more chances to share works in progress, and keep expanding the community through the Capital Creative Showcase and year-round events. Connect with us on Instagram, Threads, and Twitter, and hop into our Discord for updates, calls for speakers, and demo opportunities.
Get Involved!
- Join us at upcoming meetups and community events.
- Take part in Global Game Jam Sacramento.
- Show your work at the next Capital Creative Showcase.
- Hop into the Discord to meet collaborators and stay in the loop.
If you’re building something or want to learn how, you’re welcome here. Come meet the community, share your progress, and help shape Sacramento’s creative future.