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Vancouver innovators are driving Canada's digital gaming industry. Here's how

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B.C. ’s video game industry continues to be an economic driver across the country.

A study concludes that the digital games business contributed $5.1 billion to GDP in 2024 .

The majority of industry revenues come from global exports, placing Canada in a strong position in video game development and innovation.

Sunset Visitor studio’s majority Asian -Canadian diaspora creators drew upon a decade of involvement in the local experimental dance, theatre, film, visual and digital arts and music scenes.

Remy Siu notes that a key to success in the gaming sector is the various government programs and grants that enable studios to develop unique concepts into award-winning results.

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