Fawzi Mesmar

I had the wonderful opportunity to speak at Nordic Game in Malmö. My session titled “Demystifying Creativity: On Originality in Game Development” explored the delicate balance between originality and practicality in game creation. We looked at how creativity can be understood, measured, and nurtured and how this awareness can help developers push the boundaries of … Continue reading Nordic Game – Malmö, Sweden, May 2025

I had the pleasure of visiting Graz University in Austria to give a lecture on creativity and game development. It was such an energizing experience speaking with students and fellow creatives about the ideas behind my book “Demystifying Creativity: On Originality in Game Development.” We talked about where great ideas come from, how to build … Continue reading Graz University Lecture – Graz, Austria, April 2025

I joined a heartfelt panel titled “Understanding Ourselves via Our Craft: Why We Do What We Do, and What Led Us There” where we explored the personal journeys that shape our work — the inspirations, struggles, and values that guide us as creators. The conversation touched on how self-awareness and creative purpose intertwine, influencing the … Continue reading Reboot Develop Blue (Panel) – Dubrovnik, Croatia, April 2025

This April I had the pleasure of speaking at Reboot Develop Blue in Dubrovnik, one of Europe’s most inspiring game development conferences, renowned for bringing together creative minds from all corners of the industry in a breathtaking seaside setting. In my talk I shared insights from my book “Demystifying Creativity: On Originality in Game Development” … Continue reading Reboot Develop Blue – Dubrovnik, Croatia, April 2025

This March I had the joy of speaking at GG Bavaria in Munich — a standout event in Germany’s game development calendar that celebrates both established voices and emerging talent in the industry. During my session, I presented key ideas from my book “Demystifying Creativity: On Originality in Game Development” to a vibrant audience of … Continue reading GG Bavaria – Munich, Germany, March 2025

I had a lovely, cozy visit to Rome for my talk at IGDA, where I shared thoughts on creativity and originality in game development. Smaller gatherings have a unique magic—they spark deeper conversations and a real sense of community. I discussed ideas from my new book Demystifying Creativity: On Originality in Game Development, and was inspired … Continue reading IGDA – Rome, Italy, February 2025

Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of speaking at SAE Meet The Professionals, an event dedicated to bridging the gap between students and industry experts. During my talk, I shared ideas from my new book Demystifying Creativity: On Originality in Game Development, discussing how students can cultivate creativity and push the boundaries of originality … Continue reading SAE Meet The Professionals – Cologne, Germany, February 2025

I had the honor of being part of Africa Games Week, joining Rami Ismail to represent The Habibis and speak on Breaking Borders: Unlocking Game Development Success in the Global South. Although travel logistics kept me from being in Cape Town in person, I delivered my talk to a packed virtual audience and the enthusiasm … Continue reading Africa Games Week – December 2024

We're thrilled to announce that Star Wars Outlaws has been recognized with three prestigious nominations at The Game Awards 2024! This marks an incredible milestone for our team, and we couldn’t be more proud to share this journey with our amazing community. Here are the categories: Best Performance – Humberly González Best Action/Adventure Game Innovation … Continue reading Star Wars Outlaws Scores 3 Nominations at The Game Awards!