depa launches depa THAI GAME INDUSTRY TO GLOBAL project, aiming to produce personnel into the Thai gaming industry and prepare Thai entrepreneurs to be ready for international competition. points out that games are part of digital content It is a new industry with potential. and able to drive the Thai digital economy in the future
Mr. Chaiwut Thanakmanusorn, Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DES), revealed that following the outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), resulting in new jobs. lots And it encourages everyone to accelerate their digital skillset to support those new careers. and must admit A new industry that is strong once morest the economic trend is The digital content industry, whether it be games, animations, characters, including e-sports that has gained popularity as an international sport
This year, DES and The Digital Economy Promotion Agency or depa recognizes the importance of such industries. Therefore, it has cooperated with partners in implementing a project to promote the development of young people’s skills to build future careers and elevate the Thai gaming industry to the international level or depa THAI GAME INDUSTRY TO GLOBAL, focusing on driving Thailand into a dynamic digital economy. On the basis of a knowledgeable society, knowledgeable, and manpower that can adapt and create opportunities from technology under the concept of Digital Infinity: Endless digital
Asst. Prof. Dr. Nattaphon Nimmanphatcharin The President of the depa said that the Thai digital content industry in 2021 has a total value of more than 42 billion baht, of which the gaming industry is the most watched industry. because there is a continuous growth rate with a value of up to 37 billion baht, accounting for 88% of the value of the digital content industry, which depa recognizes the importance of thus accelerating the promotion of capacity development to lay professional foundations for children, youth, students, the new generation and those who are interested Including personnel in the gaming industry and related industries. by aiming to enhance skills and knowledge to produce personnel into the industrial sector
“In addition, depa THAI GAME INDUSTRY TO GLOBAL also focuses on encouraging Thai game operators to show their potential and develop their skills. Ready for international competition It also gives opportunities for Thai entrepreneurs to negotiate trade. Create a network of cooperation with investors. both domestically and internationally and finally understanding and awareness of the importance of the gaming industry and e-sports for parents and guardians in order to create a quality society This will lead to becoming the Soft Power of the country and ultimately helping to drive Thailand’s digital economy, “said the President of the depa.
The depa THAI GAME INDUSTRY TO GLOBAL project will operate through 2 activities:
1. Game Online Academy, an activity to develop knowledge and skills through an online platform that collects more than 280 hours of game courses, open for free. There is a comprehensive content for children, entrepreneurs and general audiences. To prepare students to enter the gaming industry Bring the knowledge gained to the next level. And adapted to work or creativity can create a career and income for themselves. By aiming to develop skills and produce more than 50,000 people into the gaming industry
2. Game Accelerator Program, an activity to increase competency, incubate an opportunity for Thai game developers to show their potential, develop skills, and produce quality games. available in the market and can compete internationally This activity has been carried out for 2 generations. In the past generations, Thai games have already been sold on the Nintendo eShop, such as Joojee’s Journey (Joogie’s Journey) and Bloody Bunny, where participants will receive a workshop to strengthen Knowledge in game development, consulting, receiving advice from experts in the industry. Ready to give opportunities to Thai game developers to meet Presenting their work to investors through the Demo Day & Business Matching activity. This year, there are additional opportunities for amateur game developers. The Demo Day & Business Matching activity will be divided into 2 groups: developers. professional game and youth groups, with the goal of raising more than 500 game developers
In addition, depa also sees opportunities in the digital content industry. and the gaming industry in the long term It plans to invest in the Thailand Digital Valley (TDV) project at the TDV 4 building to attract investors and developers in the digital content industry, especially games and esports.
For those interested in participating in various activities, you can follow news and details of the depa THAI GAME INDUSTRY TO GLOBAL project on Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/depathai.
