About the party

The 10th anniversary edition

There’s lots to discover – we have classic demoscene competitions, seminars, fun competitions, retro computing, DJs and live sets and much more!
Get inspired and party with us!

Competitions

Be creative and have fun! We invite everybody to take part in our compos, no matter if you are a beginner or a scene veteran.

Seminars

Learn more and get inspired by our Seminar speakers and their seminars to all topics demoscene & retro computing.

DJs and Live acts

Get ready to move your feet to the beat, as we have a great lineup of Deadline residents and new musical guests!

Modern & Retro Computing

All platforms welcome, be it C64, Amiga, Atari, Pico-8 etc.
Challenge yourself and take part in the retro gaming tournament on Friday!

(photo by KeyJ)

Party features

  • 3-day event with packed schedule
  • visitors from all over Europe
  • high quality projection and sound system
  • cozy atmosphere, meeting your friends and getting to know new ones
  • live stream of the whole event (remote entries allowed in all compos)
  • unique three-dee compo (anaglyph glasses)
  • separated sleeping hall within the building (first come first serve)
  • big outdoor area with bonfire and possibility to camp on the meadows
  • 24/7 infodesk with free coffee and other supplies
  • the nice people at the ORWOhaus bar offer tasty drinks and pizza at a reasonable price (cash only)
  • welcoming atmosphere for new joiners and first time demoparty visitors (see ticket options)

15+

Competitions

880+

creative releases

200+

space for visitors

10+

Years of fun

Location info

The party will happen in the faboulous industrial location of ORWOHaus Berlin. It’s in the north-east of Berlin, easily reachable by car or public transportation. Click here to get directions on how to get to the party!

ORWOhaus is a unique facility for musicians and artists in Berlin. It offers meeting places, studios, and music services in approximately 2500sq.m. of space, open around the clock. Deadline takes place in the huge event-hall on the ground-floor, which is also the location for concerts and the ORWOFestival.

Please note that smoking is prohibited indoors, including cigarettes and recreational devices that produce visible smoke or vapor. Exceptions may be made for medical use; if you’re unsure, please inquire at the infodesk.

(illustration by justmona)

Check out our invitations:

Click on the image to watch the invitation:

„If you not been to Deadline before, take this invite and go! The vibe and atmosphere of this party is unique, friendly and relaxed. Venue is amazing, compos are well planned, good organization and care taken in presenting works.“

spacedog / recube

Creator of DX266, which won Deadline 2021 wild compo

„Still a bit dead from dancing to wayfinder’s set until almost 5 in the morning.
See you all there next year!“

Saga Musix / Nuance

Composer and scenepoints millionaire

„I walked out to the bonfire, got into talking with some nice people and after a while it was like I had never left the scene. I left that party with a bunch of new scene friends.“

break / mfx

has his tram tickets already booked

„ok, why not.“

losso / ATW^CodeRed

Amiga coder and Deadline enthusiast

Ready for Deadline Demoparty?

Experience a weekend full of creativity and inspiration at the Deadline Demoparty 2024 in Berlin! Take part in competitions, attend seminars and enjoy the company of like-minded people. Get your ticket today.