Greater Peterborough's Indie Games Community

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A grassroots community for developers, students, and creatives building Greater Peterborough's indie games ecosystem together.

Events

Join us

We run fortnightly online sessions and regular in-person meetups in Peterborough. Drop in, share what you're making, and spend time with fellow creators.

Online
Fortnightly Online Meetups
1st & 3rd Monday every month
12:00 – 14:00 UK time
Discord

Relaxed and open conversations for anyone interested in indie games. Share what you're making, get feedback, or simply work alongside fellow creators. The space is shaped by the people who join.

In Person
In-Person Meetup
Peterborough
Monday 8 June 2026
18:00 – 20:00
ARU Peterborough

An open-space event hosted in partnership with Anglia Ruskin University. Drop in, explore ideas, ask questions, and spend time with fellow creators. Followed by food and drinks in the city centre.

Building Greater Peterborough's games ecosystem

People in Games (PinG) is a grassroots community initiative launched in partnership with ARU Peterborough. We connect developers, students, and creative professionals through events, collaboration, and hands-on support for emerging studios.

A community for everyone
Students, hobbyists, experienced developers, and creatives are all welcome. No gatekeeping; just people who care about games.
Centring underrepresented voices
PinG is a space where underrepresented voices are heard, supported, and celebrated, because diverse perspectives make better games.
Connecting the local ecosystem
A bridge between students, indie studios, educators, and industry, building something lasting for Peterborough and the East of England.
In partnership with Anglia Ruskin University Peterborough
Read the ARU announcement ↗
Jamie Myland
Jamie Myland
Co-founder · Course Director, ARU Peterborough
Games educator and practitioner bringing industry experience and academic insight to build PinG's community-first vision.
Umar Ijaz
Umar Ijaz
Co-founder · Owner, Agapo Games
Studio owner and community builder shaping PinG's ecosystem strategy and connecting Peterborough's creative talent.
ARU Peterborough
ARU Peterborough
Academic Partner
Providing space, expertise, and institutional support as PinG's founding university partner.
Our Story

How we got here

From a conversation between two people who cared about Peterborough's creative scene, to a community that's already made the news — here's the journey so far.

10 Nov 2025
People in Games founded.
12 Dec 2025
People in Games announced on LinkedIn.
26 Jan 2026
People in Games Discord Community launches
2 Feb 2026
First online meetup
The community comes together on Discord for discussions and games.
9 Mar 2026
First in-person meetup
The first People in Games meetup is a huge success.
PinG featured on BBC Look East.
10 Mar 2026
First co-working event
Community members start a weekly gathering at Pancakery in Rivergate, Peterborough.
23 Mar 2026
Games Industry Insight Day
PinG hosted an inspiring event for secondary school students at ARU Peterborough.
29 May 2026
Upcoming
PinG roadshow at Norwich Games Festival
Showcasing games #MadeInPeterborough.
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