August’s HES Ball is Almost Here Newsletter
Oh wow! What a Summer! It’s been mighty swell, but as we thank the warm weather for slightly BBQ-ing us a few times last month, we must look forward to the slow slow decline of heat into the *voice changes to demon.mp3* DEPTH OF WINTER AND SNOW.
Ahem–sorry about that. Anyways, in the meantime, it’s still nice outside! It’s still a great time to be alive and we got tickets for you to buy for our Annual Hand Eye Society Videogame Ball next month, so get on that so you can sit with us. 😉
Also, can I just say that we have the best members? With your support you’re helping put Hand Eye Society on the map! Thanks for your support, and you’re welcome for the discount! ❤
Don’t forget, there’s Google Calendar, in which you can check out all of the events here in one handy, downloadable place!
You can also submit news about Toronto/GTA games and events to calendar@handeyesociety.com at any time before the month in which the event takes place (preferably with a week to spare), post to our Facebook Group (as long as it’s relevant to local games/playful media and doesn’t violate our Code of Conduct), or @ us on Twitter for a RT.
WHERE TO JAUNT – EVENTS
August 1
Rock Band Night is jamming at Power Up Bar! 🎸
DM & DINE over at Storm Crow Manor!
August 3
Pokémon Go isn’t dead, JUST SO YOU KNOW. Anyways, it’s Community Day! Go get yourself a shiny Ralts with Toronto Gaymers!
August 6
Watch your back! Toronto Gaymers got you with another Fight Club!
August 7
Content Creation with Video Synthesis Pt.2 through TMAC sounds like fun!
Toronto Gaymers is having a Magic the Gathering Night!
August 9
Okay..umm, you can ACTUALLY MEET Thomas the Tank Engine! This is a dream come true to many–young and old, if you’re willing to travel to Uxbridge.
August 14
DMG is hosting Broadcasting Play: A Panel on Podcasting and Streaming RPGs
Queer Game Night with Board Again games and Toronto Gaymers!
August 15
iLunch presents Diverse Representation in Interactive Media! Get your tickets!
August 22 – 25
Fan Expo is back in Toronto! Get over there, nerds!
August 25
Play2Practice is at it again in the faraway land of Mississauga! Prizes, panels, and games at Microsoft Store Square One! Looking for volunteers and your games!
August 27
Marvel Cinematic Universe Trivia Night at Snakes and Lattes!
WHERE TO HAUNT – SOCIALS
August 11
Oooo Toronto Gaymers also have a Pre-Picnic Brunch coming up! Everyone loves a picnic!
August 15
Queer Game Night with Board Again games and Toronto Gaymers!
Oooh, also DMG is hosting Open RPG Gaming Night!
August 17
Play with Gaymers with their Board Games Extravaganzaaaaaa!
August 19
Game Designers Night at Snakes & Lattes! August edition!
August 22
I know a lot of folks in Toronto love the movie Hackers, and now it’s playing on the big screen!
#ICYMI
Did you get your tickets for the biggest (and only) videogame Ball of the year hosted by…well….US and Hand Eye Society!?
COMING AND GOING ATTRACTIONS
https://twitter.com/MightyYell/status/1162393584894525442
🐘The journey begins…🐘
Quench is coming to Nintendo Switch on August 7!
🌳We are collaborating with @charitywater to donate $1 to a water project from every sale in August!🌳
💧Buy Quench and help bring clean water to a community in need💧
Please share💚 pic.twitter.com/X8XpMB8QOx
— Quench & DLC available now! (@quenchgame) August 1, 2019
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RUSSIAN SUBWAY DOGS TURNS 1 THIS WEEK AND WE'RE CELEBRATING WITH A SALE!
(Win/Linux/Mac)RUSSIAN SUBWAY DOGS 40% OFF – 📢LOWEST PRICE EVER‼️
Steam: https://t.co/nVexYVTLsu
Itch: https://t.co/i5QyOBPhR1THEY BLEED PIXELS 80% OFF
Steam: https://t.co/QzW3J13ETV pic.twitter.com/HZAgk64RAk— Miguel 🦑 Sternberg (@spookysquid) July 31, 2019
Coming soon… Geek Chic City 2019! Check out the event page for more details and signups!
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🥾🥾🌲🌲🌲 A Short Hike 🌲🌲🌲
is OUT NOW on PC, Mac, and Linux!🏞️Explore the peaceful and quiet island of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you search for… cellphone reception📱
➡️Steam: https://t.co/77nCsfbbQW
➡️ Itch: https://t.co/v57thXdShD pic.twitter.com/FGhxohTqo8— adamgryu (@adamgryu) July 30, 2019
BREADWINNER – JOBS/GIGS/OPPORTUNITIES/DEADLINES
Oh, and WordPlay 2019 submissions close this MONTH. You know what to do.
A survey is being conducted by the Game Arts International Network with funding from Ontario Creates and the Canada Media Fund to provide game creators with a resource to discern which in-person game events (conferences, festivals, showcases) might benefit them and their game the most. We encourage any game creators (commercial or not) who have attended in-person game events outside their own city to fill in this short survey! Deadline August 7
Ubisoft has jobs for ya!
Hey you, Bunch is looking for a 2D Artist!
Drinkbox Studios is looking for a 2D Artist!
Rockstar Games has WORK.
Uken has tons of JERBS!
Disclaimer: This is a monthly compilation of various Toronto game news and events in and around the city — many of which are not organized by Hand Eye Society — and is by no means comprehensive. Always check official links for accurate details and credits, and please send any corrections, additions, or submissions for future months to calendar@handeyesociety.com before the month in which the event takes place.
