Gary Burchell
Fireblade Software

Gary joined the industry in 2022 and left his job as an Executive Producer to found a remote-working indie micro-studio in 2016.
Fireblade Software self-publishes its own IP and recently celebrated its 10th anniversary.
Having developed on Steam for a decade, Gary has seen the platform mature and has utilised his experience to accrue hundreds of thousands of Wishlists.
Gary Burchell is speaking at the following session/s
Steam Events in 2026 (And Why You Want To Be a Part Of Them)
Getting visibility is tough and a constant battle. Steam events offer a vital way to gain large volumes of on-platform traffic both pre and post release. But how do they work? What benefits do they bring? How can you participate or run your own one? Get the lowdown from someone who has hosted six front-page featured events visited by over 10 million Steam users.
Session Takeaway
- Coverage of the different types of Steam events and their landscape in 2026.
- Learn the benefits of Steam events and why they’re an important part of discoverability on the platform.
- Understand what to look out for when participating in a Steam event, along with how to host your own.
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