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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.

A New Era for SDC! Hey everyone! We’re excited to share some big updates with you. The SDC website has been updated and refreshed to better reflect who we are, what we do, and all the amazing things happening in our community. Take a look around—you’ll find it easier than ever to stay up to date on events, programs, and opportunities. But that’s not all! We’re also welcoming our new Social Media Director, Frank Lourence (you might recognize him from Geek Freaks). With Frank onboard, our social media is about to level up in a big way. Expect more frequent updates, behind-the-scenes looks at what our community is working on, and highlights of the incredible games being made right here in Sacramento. This is the start of a new era for SDC. We’re putting a stronger focus on spreading the word about our community—whether that’s through interviews, game spotlights, event coverage, or just celebrating the awesome things you all are building. We’re here to support local developers, and now more than ever, we want to shine a spotlight on you and your games. Stay tuned—it’s going to be a fun year!