From November 7–9, Mykolas Romeris University (MRU) took part in the GameOn event, which brought together enthusiasts of gaming, technology, and creative industries. This year, MRU invited visitors to explore its creative study programs and immerse themselves in the world of gaming experiences.

Visitors had the opportunity to learn about two bachelor’s programs – Game Development and Digital Animation and Digital Media Design. These programs combine art, technology, and entrepreneurship, teaching students to create animations, visual stories, 3D models, interactive experiences, and game mechanics. Both programs are taught in English and are based on international collaboration.

An International Team – A Living Bridge of Creativity

MRU’s study programs are implemented in cooperation with Dongseo University (DSU, Republic of Korea). Students study under a “2+2” model – two years in Lithuania and another two in South Korea. This provides a unique opportunity to experience two creative and technological environments and to work in international teams.

DSU students and lecturers participating alongside MRU presented joint projects, showcasing how Asia’s technological pace blends with Europe’s design thinking. Their participation became a vivid example of international partnership in action.

Experiencing Korean Culture

The King Sejong Institute in Vilnius, established through the cooperation of MRU and DSU in 2014, also took part in GameOn. The institute presented traditional Korean clothing and offered visitors the chance to try them on and take photos.

Korean games also attracted great interest, giving visitors a chance to test their accuracy and explore elements of Korean culture. Participants could practice their dexterity by handling Korean eating chopsticks (jeotgarak) and discover how much skill it takes to use them the way it’s customary in Korea.

A Look Back at the Origins of Gaming

The MRU booth also featured an Old School gaming area, inviting visitors to revisit the roots of gaming culture. Here, they could try classic pixel games whose mechanics and aesthetics inspired the very first game creators.

MRU’s participation in GameOn showcased the university’s creative potential and international cooperation. It was a great opportunity to highlight study programs that unite technology, art, and culture – and to demonstrate how the university encourages students to confidently step into the rapidly evolving future of the gaming industry.