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We’re here to support, grow and promote our members’ businesses: including multinational publishers, platform holders, indie developers, leaders in mixed reality and esports through to the emerging generation of students and the service companies that support the sector's growth.
Maria Sayans, CEO of ustwo games
Become a member today!
By becoming a Ukie member you'll join over 700 other games businesses, from large format holders and some of the UK's biggest developers, all the biggest global games publishers, to promising start-ups and rising stars of the UK's games sector. Become a member today by contacting the memerbship team.
We’re here to support, grow and promote our members’ businesses: including multinational publishers, platform holders, indie developers, leaders in mixed reality and esports through to the emerging generation of students and the service companies that support the sector's growth
Access to service suppliers with discounts and offers off core services, software and products
Help shape industry positions on the biggest issues, contribute to the policy debate and our engagement with Government, access our member networks which feed into Ukie policy
Receive regular, valuable communication from the Ukie membership team packed full with the latest industry news and opportunities
Expert help to grow your business including standard contracts and guides to investment and tax breaks
Exclusive access to Market research – including the official UK video game charts, mobile charts and digital sales data
Access discounts and free tickets for over 120 industry conferences and events every year. Your own events and news will be promoted to the Ukie membership
Benefit from access to our award-winning international trade programme including UK pavilions at major trade shows, trade missions, market data and valuable business connections overseas
Free access to a market leading IP web crawler and takedown service to protect your intellectual property
Free use of the Ukie meeting room in central London (non-member rate of £800 per day), free hotdesks and a fully functional studio for streaming and recording podcasts
Accredited training courses run at discounted rates
Become part of the UK’s biggest network of games businesses and make valuable connections though our 1-2-1 introduction service
Listed in our directory of leading suppliers of good and services to the games industry
Discounts for over 100 industry conferences and events every year
Receive regular, valuable communication from the Ukie membership team packed full with the latest industry news and opportunities
Be connected to members to provide expertise and establish thought leadership positions with published guides and video content
Access discounts and free tickets for over 120 industry conferences and events every year. Your own events and news will be promoted to the Ukie membership
Benefit from access to our award-winning international trade programme including UK pavilions at major trade shows, trade missions, market data and valuable business connections overseas
Free use of the Ukie meeting room in central London (non-member rate of £800 per day), free hotdesks and a fully functional studio for streaming and recording podcasts
Accredited training courses run at discounted rates
Access to games industry data and resources
Receive regular, valuable communication from the Ukie membership team packed full with the latest industry news and opportunities
Exclusive paid internship and placement opportunities
Receive discounts off industry events such as Launch, Rezzed and EGX
Participation in the annual Ukie Student Game Jam and Ukie Student Conference
Access to the Ukie Sponsorship Scheme which pays for a select number of students to attend Gamescom
A 1-year student membership in the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), with all associated benefits - including eligibility for the IGDA Scholars programme
Exclusive access to the dedicated student section of Ukie website, including; industry news, research, interviews, career advice, and guides to the industry
Exclusive webinars and seminar events throughout the year with industry experts, covering a wide range of topics
Exclusive member discounts from third parties e.g. magazine discounts, software, services
A 50% first year Full Ukie company subscription rate reduction for any student member who goes on to establish a development studio and then joins Ukie as a corporate member
The academic institute signing up their students will automatically become a Ukie academic member for free (usual cost £500 - £1000)
How much does it cost to join?
| Relevant Turnover (£) | Annual Fee (+VAT) |
|---|---|
| 0 - 250,000 | £630+VAT |
| 250,000 - 1m | £950+VAT |
| 1m - 2.5m | £2,500+VAT |
| 2.5m - 5m | £6,500+VAT |
| 5m - 10m | £12,750+VAT |
| 10m - 20m | £25,500+VAT |
| 20m - 40m | £51,000+VAT |
| 40m - 60m | £63,000+VAT |
| 60m - 100m | £75,000+VAT |
| 100m+ | £88,000+VAT |
Partner membership is a bespoke package tailored to each members needs. The core benefits are listed above but we agree a unique package with each partner member in advance of them joining and work collectively to ensure all activities are actioned.
Partner membership fee start at £3,000 + VAT per annum.
Additional extras agreed with Partner, could include:
| Number of students | Annual Fee (+VAT) |
|---|---|
| 0 - 9 | £150+VAT |
| 10 - 24 | £250+VAT |
| 25 - 49 | £550+VAT |
| 50 - 99 | £1,125+VAT |
| 100 - 199 | £2,200+VAT |
| 200 - 299 | £3,500+VAT |
| 300 - 399 | £4,000+VAT |
| 400 - 499 | £6,750+VAT |
| 500 - 599 | £7,500+VAT |
| 600+ | £9,000+VAT |
