From concept to console – students demo new video games.
Each spring, Cornell's Game Design Showcase (GDIAC) presents student-developed games from both introductory and advanced courses, featuring work from teams of programmers, artists, sound designers, and UX experts.
The GDIAC Showcase is open to the general public, so that everyone can play and experience these projects. The showcase is held in the Computing and Information Science building, which is adjacent to the Hoy street parking garage. That garage is open to the public on weekends. Alternatively, it is a short walk from Statler Hall, which is supported by TCAT Route 31w on the weekends.
In addition to the exhibits, the public is welcome to vote for the favorite in the award ceremony at the end. Come see what all of the excitement is about, and support our students!
2026 GDIAC Showcase
Saturday, May 16 1-4 p.m.
Wayfair Commons, Computing and Information Science Bldg.
Free and open to the public!
Photography Notice:
A photographer employed by the university will capture photography and video during the event that may be used in promotional materials and social media. If you prefer not to be photographed or recorded, please wear a sticker provided at the table in the WayFair lounge on your shirt. Thank you!
Power up: Game Design at Cornell
Cornell's Game Design Initiative, established in 2001, was the first Ivy League gaming program. Open to all Cornell students, students master design through project-based learning and cross-disciplinary teams.
Read more about the Game Design Minor
