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At Barclays, we’re playing our part to help the UK Games Industry grow and develop.

We see the positive impact that games can have in bringing communities together, inspiring creativity and building an environment to learn.

'Reaching the next level' report

Reaching the next level report


Read our latest report, ‘Reaching the next level: Exploring opportunities in the UK games sector’, where we share insights on this fascinating sector from the Barclays Games and Esports team and leading industry body Ukie, and views from two successful UK studios on the challenges and potential within the sector.
 

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Barclays Games Frenzy

Barclays Games Frenzy


As part of our support for the games and esports industries globally and following the success of our Barclays Games Frenzy events last year, we are delighted to present our next event focusing on Growth and Innovation in the Games and Esports industries. 

 

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What we're doing
 

Esports

As part of our work in supporting the games industry, we’re partnering with world-class UK esports professionals to help, develop and grow the sport.

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Games Collective

The Games Collective

Setting up your own games business can be very daunting and knowing where you can get support from if important.

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Resource hub

Have you missed an event we ran? Check out our resource hub to find recordings of each of our events for playback at a later date.

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Products and services

Whether it’s a short term cashflow challenge, or a tax credit loan aligned to assist with video game development, we’re on hand to help.

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Resource Hub

Miss an event we ran? You’ll find recordings of all our events on our resource hub.
 

Exploring the shifting demographics of gaming

Exploring the shifting demographics of gaming

October, 2021
We examine how the games industry’s audience is diversifying and how companies can make gaming as accessible as possible.

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A Guide to Video Game Tax Relief

A Guide to Video Game Tax Relief

October, 2021
What you need to know about video game tax relief in the UK.

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It Gets Better Project: Why it’s essential for the LGBTQ+ community

It Gets Better Project: Why it’s essential for the LGBTQ+ community

October, 2021
Games are a way for youth to connect, chat, and find community through play - globally. We sat down with the Founder of Playtra Games, Dan Bernado to hear about their partnership with the It Gets Better Project, which aims to uplift and empower the LGBTQ+ community.

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Demo Day Wrap Up

Demo Day Wrap Up

October, 2021
We spoke to industry expert panellists Simon Smith and Elena Egorova about their experiences at Ukie Demo Day, and what the talent showcased says about the UK games industry.

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Investing in the metaverse

Investing in the metaverse

October, 2021
With more companies and capital funds pouring money into those at the forefront of this concept, we explore why the metaverse has everyone so excited.

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A new way to connect with gaming

A new way to connect with gaming

October, 2021
OVOMIND could change how we interact with games forever. Technology that combines state of the art AI with our emotions are in the works to launch gaming and esports to levels never seen before.

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How games can be used to tackle difficult topics

How games can be used to tackle difficult topics

September, 2021
Video games allow us to explore limitless new, diverse perspectives. Narrative Designer and 3 Fold Games Co-Founder Chella Ramanan talks to us about how games can be used to explore difficult topics, much like films and TV shows.

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Weird ways of making games

Weird ways of making games

September, 2021
We spoke to experimental indie developers who are coming up with new and innovative forms of gameplay and experiences that defy categorisation.

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Partnering with games industry experts from the grassroots up

We’re partnering with best-in-class industry bodies to bring new events, workshops and solutions. Supporting the UK games and esports industries to develop their skills and connect with like-minded professionals.

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News
 

Games Innovation Challenge 2021

Games Innovation Challenge 2021

We have joined up with NSE (National Student Esports) to sponsor their first Games Innovation Challenge to students across the UK.

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Barclays and the gaming industry: a multiplayer partnership

The UK gaming industry is valued at £5.7bn – and Barclays is a pioneer in this rapidly evolving sector. David Gowans, Head of Creative Technologies at Barclays Ventures, shares his insights into the bank’s approach to gaming and esports – and why every sector can benefit from its innovations.

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Ukie Reveals UK Game of Show Finalists

Winner of the competition on 24 August will represent the UK at the first EuroPlay Contest. 

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Meet the Games and Esports Team
 

Dave Gowans

Head of Games and Esports

Jon Paterson

Partnership Lead
 

Elaine Moran

Head of Games and Esports Strategy

Matthew Colclough

Esports Lead
 

Gavin Smith

National UK Lead for Business Development


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Whether you’re starting out in games and esports or looking to expand, we’re here to help. If you’d like to find out more about our exciting gaming and esports programme and upcoming events, we’d love to hear from you.


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