DiGRA

DiGRA, or the Digital Games Research Association, is an international organization dedicated to the study of digital games. Founded in 2003, DiGRA aims to foster interdisciplinary research and scholarship on games, bridging the gap between academic disciplines and the gaming industry. The association organizes an annual conference, known as DiGRA, which serves as a platform for researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts to present and discuss their work.

DiGRA's mission is to advance the understanding of games as a cultural, artistic, and technological phenomenon. The organization promotes research that explores games from various perspectives, including their design, development, play, and impact on society. DiGRA encourages a diverse range of approaches, drawing from fields such as computer science, media studies, cultural studies, and game studies.

The association also maintains a digital library of conference proceedings, providing a valuable resource for researchers and scholars interested in accessing past DiGRA publications. DiGRA's commitment to open access ensures that the research presented at its conferences is freely available to the global academic community.

In addition to its conference, DiGRA offers various initiatives and resources to support the games research community. These include workshops, special interest groups, and collaborations with other organizations. DiGRA's efforts to promote and advance games research have made it a significant player in the academic study of digital games.