Comedian Maisie Adam Unveiled as Final Headliner for Game Republic New Horizons

Game Republic New Horizons has announced comedian Maisie Adam, a current contestant on the popular Taskmaster series, as the final headliner for the conference. Adam will engage in an interview with Christopher Dring, editor-in-chief of The Game Business, and participate in a gaming session featuring EA Sports FC. According to Jamie Sefton, managing director of Game Republic, Adam's versatility and competitiveness make her an excellent fit for the event, which focuses on the future of the gaming industry. Other notable speakers include Axel Torvenius from MachineGames and Asher McClennahan from Kickstarter, with representatives from BAFTA, BFI, and Supercell also in attendance. The conference, supported by Tees Valley Combined Authority, will take place on October 16, 2025, at the Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough, UK, and will cover topics such as new opportunities, technology, markets, leadership, skills, and funding.