The studio will be previewing its ”next-generation game technology” in Unreal Engine 4 at the event, although it requires non-disclosure deals. Epic are holding keynotes.
The Gears of War developer are looking to bait ”licensees, partners and prospective customers” with their private showcase for UE4. Hopefully something will leak to the public.
”Epic is honored for Design Director Cliff Bleszinski to host the 12th Annual Game Developer Choice Awards, one of the premier accolades for peer recognition in the digital games industry,” read the press release.
”Each year, the Choice Awards recognize and celebrate the creativity, artistry and technical genius of the finest developers and games created in the last year.” GDC 2012 takes places March 5-9 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco.