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Computer and Video Game Design

Resources & Associations

This nonprofit organization offers a podcast and provides information about award-winning games and scholarships for the study of game development.
Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS)
3183 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 196 F13
Los Angeles, CA, 90010-1280
https://www.interactive.org

Founded in 2003, DiGRA is the premiere international association for academics and professionals who research digital games and associated phenomena.
Digital Games Research Association (DiGRA)
http://www.digra.org

The ESA serves the business and public affairs needs of companies that publish computer and video games. Its Web site provides information on video game careers and industry statistics.
Entertainment Software Association (ESA)
Tel: (202) 202-2020
Email: email@esa.com
https://www.theesa.com

Gamers Outreach is a charity organization that provides recreation to children in hospitals through the power of video games and the gaming community.
Gamers Outreach Foundation (GOF)
108 N Maple Rd., Box 694
Saline, MI, 48176-0694
Email: contact@gamersoutreach.org
https://gamersoutreach.org

The IGDA is a nonprofit membership organization for individuals from all fields of game development.
International Game Developers Association (IGDA)
2108 N Street, Suite 5966
Sacramento, CA, 95816-5712
Email: info@igda.org
https://www.igda.org