Nuova Sala Moreno – Programme

 
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Nuova Sala Moreno – Programme

The Nuova Sala Moreno is the beating heart of Play – the main stage for the festival’s
most high-profile talks and headline events. This space is dedicated to our guests and our
main events.
Here, the most cutting-edge topics in gaming are examined, emerging trends are
discussed, and leading figures in the industry come together to share their insights and
visions. A unique meeting place where experts, creators, and passionate players gather to
exchange knowledge, inspiration, and bold new ideas.

Game-based metamorphoses of sports

Playing football through Fantacalcio, Panini stickers, or Subbuteo—sports are changing their skin. They become videogames, simulations, or shows ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 04 Friday
hours 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Everyone
immagine evento: Game-based metamorphoses of sports

Worldbuilding – Walking in the Shoes of a Creator of Worlds

We’re thrilled to invite you on an immersive journey into the heart of worldbuilding with David Chevalier, author of Mog’s Chronicle and creator ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 04 Friday
hours 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Everyone
immagine evento: Worldbuilding – Walking in the Shoes of a Creator of Worlds

Dungeons & Deejay and the Secrets of Ciccio & Zoltar

“When is the fourth season of D&Dj coming out?” To answer that question—and share much more—Francesco Lancia and Zoltar will give you a sneak ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 05 Saturday
hours 12:00 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Everyone
immagine evento: Dungeons & Deejay and the Secrets of Ciccio & Zoltar

Game Design Evolution: how game design has changed in the new millenium

With Antoine Bauza, Phil Eklund, and Simone Luciani A roundtable discussion exploring how game design has evolved over the past 25 years – ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 05 Saturday
hours 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Adults
immagine evento: Game Design Evolution: how game design has changed in the new millenium

Hegemony (and New Order) as educational tools

Varnavas Timotheu, Vangelis Bagiartakis, and Leonardo Boncinelli Hegemony provides an interactive way to learn about different socio-economic ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 05 Saturday
hours 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Adults
immagine evento: Hegemony (and New Order) as educational tools

New Frontiers: Trench Crusade

Trench Crusade brings a breath of fresh air to the wargaming genre, blending the grim atmosphere of trench warfare with a powerful aesthetic ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 05 Saturday
hours 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Adults
immagine evento: New Frontiers: Trench Crusade

Roll in the USA

"Born in the USA" told the story of the American dream – and its contradictions. Roll in the USA was a similar journey, not through a nation’s ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 05 Saturday
hours 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Adults
immagine evento: Roll in the USA

The Italian Art of Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering

Our journey through Italian excellence continues with the creative minds shaping the fantasy worlds we love. Join Katerina Ladon, Francesca ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 05 Saturday
hours 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Everyone
immagine evento: The Italian Art of Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering

Warhammer and Panini Comics: The Present and Future of Black Library Novels in Italy

Play:- The Games Festival 2025 marks the official launch of Warhammer novels published by Panini Comics in Italy. With the first volumes of ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 05 Saturday
hours 06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Adults
immagine evento: Warhammer and Panini Comics: The Present and Future of Black Library Novels in Italy

Breaking the Cage: D&D (and Beyond) Like You’ve Never Played It Before

Join us – your friendly neighbourhood D&D content creators – for a panel on how to unleash your creativity in D&D (and beyond)! We’ll explore ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 06 Sunday
hours 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Everyone
immagine evento: Breaking the Cage: D&D (and Beyond) Like You’ve Never Played It Before

Equity and Accessibility at the Gaming Table: What to Do and How to Do It

This roundtable is divided into two phases. The first one is about sharing best practices and reflections that emerged during the workshop on ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 06 Sunday
hours 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Everyone
immagine evento: Equity and Accessibility at the Gaming Table: What to Do and How to Do It

Soundtracks for D&D Modules: From Idea to Album

Presented by Supernova Collective When we create a soundtrack for a Dungeons & Dragons module, the journey begins on the page and ends on YouTube ...

Hall 15 - AMM S30 06 Sunday
hours 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Tipology: Talk
Target: Everyone
immagine evento: Soundtracks for D&D Modules: From Idea to Album

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Bologna Fiere  
In collaboration with
Modena Fiere  
 
Ludo Labo  
With the support of
TreEmme  
 
La tana del Goblins  
 
Ludus  
With the patronage of
Regione Emilia Romagna  
 
Università di Bologna  
 
Università di Modena e Reggio Emilia  
 
Comune di Modena  
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