GDC Keynote Announced

Microsoft’s John Schappert, who oversees Xbox LIVE and Games for Windows joins one of the most dynamic GDC speaker lineups ever. Featured speakers include the creators of BIOSHOCK, HALO 3, CRYSIS, MADDEN, SINGSTAR, THE BROWN BOX, PONG, FABLE 2, GTA, and METAPLACE! Featuring game industry luminaries whose direct contributions launched the industry to the revolutionaries behind tomorrow’s games.

Schappert’s keynote explores the Xbox 360 platform’s next step in democratizing game development, vastly opening up the industry for developers of all sizes. The session will set the strategy for Xbox 360 this upcoming year, revealing top developers’ plans for the platform in 2008. Schappert will discuss how the increasing role of online gaming will continue to shape gameplay and game distribution this year.

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