Q & A - The New Bar - What Game Studios Are Actually Looking For in 2026
What does "stability" actually mean in the 2026 games market? Join our panel of industry experts for a conversation about what it actually takes to land a job today. We’ll dive into hiring essentials - like portfolio impact and universal skills - before exploring how LLMs are transforming both recruiting and job hunting.
Hiring in the game industry looks different today than it did just a few years ago. Increased competition and shifting priorities have changed what studios expect from candidates at all levels.
Drawing from experience in Talent Acquisition across gaming in Europe, this talk explores how the “bar” for talent has evolved. I’ll share common patterns I see in applications and interviews, why strong candidates are often overlooked, and what developers can do to better align with current expectations.