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| DATE | EVENT | MONTH | YEAR | STATUS | STATUS | NATURE | NATURE | TYPE | REGION | COUNTRY / STATE | CITY | LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | WEBSITE | ATTENDANCE | PRICE PASS | MEETING SYSTEM | DISCOUNT | ||
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| 24 - 26 Feb |  | gamescom dev leadership summit FEATURED | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon, Portugal | The leadership summit 2026 powered by Xsolla offers a confidential and collaborative space where top-level professionals can connect, share insights, and address critical industry challenges without the pressures of public scrutiny. In a secure, NDA-protected environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in candid conversations, foster strategic relationships, and gain actionable insights to drive your business forward. | https://dev.gamescom.global/leadership-summit-2026/ | 100+ | 2041€ | None | None | |
| 10 - 11 Feb |  | GamesForum Barcelona | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | Join us at Gamesforum Barcelona — the leading event for mobile gaming professionals focused on driving real growth. Our flagship conference unites the industry’s top minds to explore practical strategies in user acquisition, ad monetization, product monetization, and alternative growth. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/barcelona/ | 600 | €600 | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 12 Feb |  | DICE Summit | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Nevada | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada | Our outstanding programming sets the scene for the discussions and deals that are made around the summit. The networking functions then allow our attendees an opportunity to mingle with the speakers, delegates, and companies that are driving growth in games today. | https://www.dicesummit.org/ | N/A | $3,850 (Standard) / SOLD OUT (Networking Pass) | Proprietary | None | |
| 10 - 12 Feb |  | MeetToMatch - The Las Vegas Edition | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Nevada | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada | Meet all relevant publishers, investors, and developers at the annual Las Vegas Edition, taking place during one of the premier networking events in the games industry. | https://www.meettomatch.com/lasvegas/ | N/A | €114 | MeetToMatch | GameConfGuide10 | |
| 11 - 12 Feb |  | WN Conference - Abu Dhabi | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | WN Abu Dhabi’26 brings together game industry professionals who are focused on practical outcomes, informed decision-making, and long-term business relationships. The event is designed around how decisions are actually made in today’s industry, where financing, strategy, LiveOps performance, and AI technology are deeply interconnected. Instead of classic conference talks, WN Abu Dhabi’26 prioritizes practical exchange through discussions, roundtables, clinics, postmortems, and curated networking formats. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/abudhabi26 | 500 | €399(Standard) / 550€ (VIP) | WN Hub | None | |
| 11 - 22 Feb |  | Yorkshire Games Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Yorkshire | Yorkshire, United Kingdom | Next year, the festival will include the industry and careers focused Game Talks on 11–12 February, as well as family gaming fun across Half Term between 14 and 22 February. | https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/whats-on/yorkshire-games-festival | N/A | £25 | None | None | |
| 12 - 14 Feb |  | Copenhagen Gaming Week | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen Gaming Week is the new and epic international festival uniting all aspects of gaming and esports in the Danish capital: Your chance to level up on futuristic tech, current trends, and retro classics while connecting with like-minded individuals who share your passion. | https://www.copenhagengamingweek.dk | N/A | 245 DKK (Daily) / 455 DKK (All Days) | N/A | None | |
| 20 Feb |  | Guildford Games Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Guildford | Guildford, United Kingdom | We’re back for another year of celebrating the brilliant, bonkers, and downright talented games industry right here in Guildford - the UK’s biggest development hub! | https://guildford.games/ | N/A | £22 | N/A | None | |
| 23 Feb - 2 Mar |  | Steam Next Fest: February | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Steam | Steam Next Fest: February 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, Steam Next Fest is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience. | https://store.steampowered.com/ | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 25 - 27 Feb |  | Enjmin Game Conference | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Angoulême | Angoulême, France | The Enjmin Game Conferences allow professionals to share their experience and students to benefit from their advice. The goal is to create special opportunities for interaction with French and international video game professionals. | https://enjmin.cnam.fr/evenements/enjmin-game-conferences-egc-/ | N/A | Invite Only | None | None | |
| 26 Feb |  | Boden Game Changer | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Boden | Boden, Sweden | This event brings together leading voices from the games industry for knowledge-sharing, networking, and inspiration amidst the stunning Arctic backdrop. | https://www.bodengamechanger.se/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| TBA |  | DevMix: London | 02 - FEB | 2026 | POSTPONED | POSTPONED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | DevMix London: A pop-up mash-up for PC game developers, indies, and hardware innovators. Talks kept light, networking kept real. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/devmix-pc-tickets-1760833112239 | 450 | £35 (Standard) | None | None | |
| 5 Mar |  | UKIE Conference | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The Ukie Conference 2026, formerly Members Day, brings together the UK’s games and interactive entertainment ecosystem, from AAA studios and mobile innovators to publishers and investors, to supercharge the future of our industry. Join us for a day of insight, collaboration, and growth. | https://ukie.org.uk/conference | N/A | £358 / Free (Members) | N/A | None | |
| 8 Mar |  | Courage XL | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | On-Site Showcase | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Courage XL keeps things casual: think simple set ups, soft music, and lots of cool demos (no loud music, expensive expo booths or complicated badge scanners) Indie Game Showcase the night before GDC takes off. Present your game to investors, publishers, press and peers. | https://courage.events/courage-xl/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 8 Mar |  | Day of the Devs - San Francisco Edition | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | On-Site Showcase | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Our mission is to celebrate the creativity, diversity and magic of video games, give a voice to emerging or underrepresented talent, and to connect players with developers, and their games. Our programs are provided entirely for free. | https://www.dayofthedevs.org/ | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 9 Mar |  | PG Connects Summit - San Francisco | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Focusing on Mobile and AI, our full-focus conference on March 9 offers 750 mobile games professionals an unparalleled opportunity to turbo-charge their networking whilst getting business-beating insight, latest industry trends, and more. | https://www.pgconnects.com/sanfrancisco/ | 750 | $225 | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 9 - 13 Mar |  | GDC [Festival of Gaming] | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | GDC is transforming into the [Festival of Gaming], uniting the B2B games ecosystem. Registration launches late October. | https://gdconf.com/ | 30,000 | $649 | Proprietary | None | |
| 9 - 13 Mar |  | MeetToMatch - The San Francisco Edition | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Join thousands of industry professionals for five days of high-quality, pre-scheduled meetings in the heart of San Francisco. With our industry-leading matchmaking system, you stay in control. | https://www.meettomatch.com/sanfrancisco2026/ | N/A | €145 | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 10 - 11 Mar |  | Ukrainian Games Festival @ GDC NEW | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Join us for a two-day celebration of Ukrainian games during GDC week, just steps from Moscone Center! Play ten incredible games from Ukrainian indie studios. Enjoy traditional Ukrainian food. Support a good cause! | https://luma.com/86klytmp | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 13 - 16 Mar |  | Tokyo Indie Games Summit | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT is a new indie game event launched in Kichijoji, Musashino City, in 2023 with the aim of bringing together the talents of a diverse range of creators, primarily in the indie game industry, and providing an opportunity for them to reach the top. | https://indiegamessummit.tokyo/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 16 - 19 Mar |  | NVIDIA GTC | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Jose | San Jose, California | The must-attend NVIDIA GTC conference is returning in March. | https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 22 Mar |  | gamescom LAN | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Europe’s biggest LAN party with esports, TCG, Fighting Games, community & creators – join 3,000+ gamers live for an amazing 3 days experience! | https://www.gamescom.global/en/lan | 3000+ | 114€ | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 24 Mar |  | IndieCade Playable Theatre Symposium NEW | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Ohio | Cincinnati | Cincinnati, Ohio | The IndieCade Playable Theatre Symposium 2026 is a two-day, in-person series of events for scholars, students, creatives, and the curious, exploring the ever-evolving medium of playable theatre. Virtual-reality performance, live-action role-play, jubensha, improvised digital escape rooms, and more. | https://www.indiecade.com/playabletheatre/ | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 23 - 25 Mar |  | Digital Gaming India Expo | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | India | New Delhi | New Delhi, India | Digital Gaming India expo is the perfect place to discover, connect and explore this paradigm shift by hearing from, as well as networking and engaging with, the leading players in the industry. | https://www.digitalgamingindiaexpo.com/ | 1000 | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 26 Mar |  | Women in Games Careers Expo | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | This global online event brings together women and gender diverse talent across APAC, EMEA and the Americas to explore the Future of Work in games. Across the day you can join keynotes, My Story talks and practical Learning Labs that examine emerging roles. | https://events.ringcentral.com/events/women-in-games-career-expo-the-future-of-work/registration | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 27 Mar |  | Hit Games Conference - Istanbul | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | HGC Istanbul is the first C-level b2b mobile game event with round tables, providing unlimited networking, new insights, and getting international partners into the Turkish ecosystem. This 1 day event combines a classic conference format with a meeting system, an expo zone, and an amazing lineup. | https://hgconf.com/istanbul-2026 | 300 | 249€ | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 29 Mar |  | PAX East | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Massachusetts | Boston | Boston, Massachusetts | PAX East is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. | https://east.paxsite.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 28 Mar |  | DStars Connects | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual, Virtual | Since 2021, DStars has its own digital conference in partnership with WN Media. The event is focused on the Italian gaming industry with two different tracks, international guests and exclusive contents. The conference is live streamed through WN Hub and it is free for all. | https://www.dstars.it/ | N/A | Free | WN Hub | None | |
| 27 - 29 Mar |  | Dreamhack Birmingham | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Birmingham | Birmingham, United Kingdom | DreamHack is the ultimate fusion of digital delight and sleep-deprived excitement for all things gaming and all those who love gaming! | https://dreamhack.com/birmingham/ | N/A | £59 (All Days) / £25 (Daily) | None | None | |
| 28 Mar |  | Game Creators Conference | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Japan | Osaka | Osaka, Japan | The exchange of information experienced through all five senses, something you can never get online. Passionate discussions and evening social gatherings where we chat over a drink. Each of these connections has fueled our creative efforts and inspired us to take on new challenges. | https://gc-conf.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 28 Mar |  | Game Pavilion | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Osaka | Osaka, Japan | Indie game exhibition in Osaka, Japan since 2023. More than 100 indie games will be exhibited, you can enjoy them on Steam as well. | https://gamepavilion.jp/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 28 Mar |  | GDLX26 | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Farnham | Farnham, United Kingdom | From the latest indie games to inspiring talks, #GDLX26 offers a unique opportunity to network and learn from industry veterans! Game Dev Local (GDL) is gearing up for its forth year of GDLX and this time, it's going to be bigger and better! | https://www.gamedevlocal.com/gdlx | N/A | £30 | N/A | None | |
| 7 - 10 Apr |  | Everything Procedural | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Breda | Breda, Netherlands | Breda University of Applied Sciences will host the Everything Procedural Conference for a variety of lectures, talks, demonstrations and masterclasses in the field of procedural content generation for games on our beautiful campus. | https://www.everythingprocedural.com/ | N/A | 275€ | N/A | None | |
| 9 - 10 Apr |  | DevGAMM Dubai | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Developer-led. Business-driven. Globally connected. | https://devgamm.com/dubai2026/ | N/A | $350 (Standard) / $550 (VIP) | N/A | MeetToMatch | |
| 10 - 11 Apr |  | Mad Games Show NEW | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Spain | Madrid | Madrid, Spain | A joint initiative of the Spanish Video Game Association (AEVI) and DEV to promote Madrid as a major meeting point for the professional video game sector. In this edition, special attention is given to attracting more investors and making it easier for developers to close commercial agreements. | https://madgamesshow.com/en/ | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 13 - 19 Apr |  | London Games Festival | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | London Games Festival returns Monday 13 - Sunday 19 April 2026. | https://festival.games.london/ | N/A | £299 (All Access) | N/A | None | |
| 15 Apr |  | Games For Change London Summit NEW | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The Summit will bring together game creators, educators, researchers, funders, and social innovators from across the UK, Europe, and beyond to explore how games can shape positive change in the world. | https://games.london/g4clondon/ | N/A | £99 | None | None | |
| 15 - 16 Apr |  | GamesForum Cyprus | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | Join us at Gamesforum Cyprus in 2026 and discover the latest advancements in the industry directly from leading publishers and monetization and growth experts. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/cyprus | 200 | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 16 Apr |  | The Game Assembly – Meet and Greet | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | HR / Recruitment | Europe | Sweden | Malmö & Stockholm | Malmö & Stockholm, Sweden | At Meet and Greet we gather game companies for a fair like set up where the students can come to introduce themselves and show off their portfolios, in search for internship. Around 40 game companies from different countries participate at The Game Assembly’s Meet and Greet every year. | https://thegameassembly.com/se/meet-and-greet/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 16 Apr |  | Games meets Music | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Bringing the music & games industry together for networking, knowledge sharing and to forge partnerships! London Games Festival Side Event. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/games-meets-music-the-b-side-tickets-1769514197599?aff=oddtdtcreator | 200 | £65 | Met | None | |
| 16 Apr |  | NERDICon LE | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Leipzig | Leipzig, Germany | The business conference for the games and creative industries will enter its third edition. With two stages and a workshop area, NERDICON offers space for exchange, knowledge transfer, and genuine encounters between developers, studios, companies, students, and decision-makers. | https://nerdic.org/nerdicon-le-2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 16 - 17 Apr |  | New Game Plus | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | New Game Plus takes place on 16 April & Friday 17 April. The event will be open to both the public and professionals, including an industry conference alongside it, with tickets going on sale in December. | https://games.london/event/new-game-plus/ | N/A | £20 (Daily) / £35 (All Days) / £60 (Industry) | N/A | None | |
 | 04 - APR | 2026 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Croatia | Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik, Croatia | Reboot Develop Blue 2026 will be 11th edition of one of the most unique and biggest game developers and games industry conferences in the world! | https://rebootdevelopblue.com | N/A | 365€ (Standard) / 995€ (VIP) | None | None | |||
| 21 Apr |  | LA Games Conference | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | LA Games Conference’s Law & Finance Summit is a 1-day conference for top legal and finance professionals in the games and entertainment industry. Our mission is to curate a gathering of senior leaders to discuss current hot button legal and finance topics in the games, interactive media and tech. | https://lagamesconference.com/ | 150 | TBA | None | None | |
| 23 - 24 Apr |  | Mobile Ad Eaters Retreat | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Prague | Prague, Czechia | An intimate retreat for mobile gaming creatives and performance leaders. Where AI, strategy, & storytelling meet, and where real conversations happen. | https://appagent.com/ad-eaters-2026/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 24 Apr |  | FÍS Games Summit | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ireland | Galway | Galway, Ireland | Ardán looks forward to welcoming attendees back to the Radisson RED in Galway on Friday, April 24th, 2026, for another great FÍS Games Summit where Games industry professionals at all career stages can listen to, learn from, and connect with one another. | https://ardan.ie/events/fis-games-summit/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 30 Apr |  | iicon | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Nevada | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada | Advancing innovation across culture, business, and human connection. Powered by the ESA (former E3 organizer), iicon promises to bring together a broad spectrum of sectors that converge with interactive entertainment, including film, television, and music, as well as sports, healthcare, finance... | https://www.iicon.com/ | N/A | $2,200 | N/A | None | |
| 28 - 29 Apr |  | Live Service Gaming Conference - North America | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Texas | Austin | Austin, Texas | Over two days, the summit created a space for honest, in-depth conversations, uniting a passionate community around the future of live service gaming. From retention strategies to monetization models, attendees shared insights that are shaping the next generation of player experiences. | https://www.iqpc.com/events-lsg-na-summit | N/A | $1,399 | N/A | None | |
| 30 Apr - 3 May |  | gamescom LATAM | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | South America | Brazil | São Paulo | São Paulo, Brazil | The 2025 edition of gamescom latam was a resounding success, drawing 131,854 attendees over five days. | https://latam.gamescom.global/en/home/ | 130,000+ | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 10 May |  | NZ Games Festival NEW DATE | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Australia | New Zealand | Wellington | Wellington, New Zealand | NZ Games Festival is aotearoa’s own vibrant and inclusive international celebration of gaming, for developers, gamers, and families of all ages. | https://nzgamesfest.com/nz-gamesfest-events/ | N/A | Various | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 10 May |  | Play by Play NEW DATE | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | New Zealand | Wellington | Wellington, New Zealand | Play by Play is an open-to-the-public industry conference for game developers, hobbyists and those interested in the sector. Kicking off again in April 2026 in the country’s beating cultural heart, Wellington, Play by Play is a New Zealand games conference with a difference. | https://playbyplay.co.nz/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 7 May |  | VIVA! Community & Player Feedback NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | VIVA! Player Feedback is a one-day B2B learning and networking experience designed for community managers, live-ops teams, and player-experience professionals across the gaming industry. This event focuses on how to capture, interpret, and act on real-time player feedback. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/viva-community-player-feedback-tickets-1982173247542?aff=oddtdtcreator | N/A | £77.71 | None | None | |
| 13 May |  | GameIs Conference NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Israel | Airport City | Airport City, Israel | The primary event of the Israeli Digital Games Industry returns in 2026. Join us for a full day filled with insightful conversations by industry leaders and discover the future of the Israeli Games Industry. | https://www.gameisconf.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | |
| 13 - 16 May |  | A Maze | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | A MAZE. represents and celebrates the new art movement, made up of arthouse games, artistic virtual reality, and a playful media culture beyond the mainstream. | https://2026.amaze-berlin.de/ | N/A | 80€ | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 17 May |  | Dreamhack Atlanta | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Georgia | Atlanta | Atlanta, Georgia | DreamHack is where the gaming world comes to life. More than a festival, it’s a celebration of play, competition, and community — all under one roof. | https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/ | N/A | $69 (All Days) / $179 (VIP) | None | None | |
| 17 - 19 May |  | Digital Dragons | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Krakow | Krakow, Poland | Digital Dragons is a comprehensive ecosystem for the games industry run by Krakow Technology Park on a local, national and international level. Digital Dragons is a community where everyone can expect support, regardless of the stage of their journey in the world of gamedev. | https://digitaldragons.pl/en/ | N/A | 279€ (Standard) / 699€ (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 21 May |  | Dubai GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects 2026 | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | The latest two-day b2b conference in Dubai, celebrating the MENA games market as part of the GameExpo and Dubai Games Week. | https://www.pgconnects.com/dubaigameexposummit | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 24 May |  | Morocco Gaming Expo NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Africa | Morocco | Rabat | Rabat, Morocco | Building upon the resounding success of its preceding editions, the Morocco Gaming Expo 2026 is firmly established as the premier, unmissable gathering for the entire spectrum of the Moroccan gaming industry, from dedicated enthusiasts to leading professionals and key stakeholders. | https://moroccogamingexpo.ma/en/home/ | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| 21 - 22 May |  | XP Game Summit | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Join hundreds of video game professionals and companies for two days of business defining insights, networking, and deal making. Connect with global gaming professionals to forge connections, create business opportunities, share insights, and unlock the potential. | https://xpgamesummit.com/ | N/A | CA$355.85 (Standard) / CA$605.53 (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 24 May |  | Momocon | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Georgia | Atlanta | Atlanta, Georgia | MomoCon brings together fans of Anime, American Animation, Comics, Video Games, and Tabletop Games to celebrate their passion by costuming / cosplay, browsing the huge exhibitors hall, meeting celebrity voice talent, designers, and writers behind shows, games, and comics and more. | https://www.momocon.com/ | N/A | $55 - $80 (Daily) / $65 (All Days) | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 24 May |  | PlayX4 NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | South Korea | Goyang | Goyang, South Korea | PlayX4 has become one of the biggest Game show in Korea. PlayX4 was first organised to support local game developers’ expansion into overseas market. | https://www.playx4.or.kr/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 22 - 24 May |  | EGX | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | EGX will be at MCM Comic Con for 2025 to bring together these 2 events for one unforgettable weekend of pop culture and video games! We will have one ticket which will give you access to the show so no need to worry about extra tickets. | https://www.egx.net/global/en-gb.html | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 22 - 24 May |  | BitSummit | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Kyoto | Kyoto, Japan | Established in 2012, BitSummit was founded with the goal of giving Japanese independent game makers a chance to show their games to the world. | https://bitsummit.org/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 30 May |  | Norwich Games Festival | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Norwich | Norwich, United Kingdom | Norwich Games Festival brings together the magic of video games, tabletop gaming and physical games and activity. Whether you are an industry professional, educator, community or charity champion, hobbyist, trader, performer or linked to games in any other way we’d love to hear from you. | https://norwichgamesfestival.co.uk/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 26 - 27 May |  | Video Game Bar Association - Northwest Summit | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Washington | Seattle | Seattle, Washington | The Northwest Summit, historically held in the fall, has swapped to summer. We host multiple summits in different regions, bringing together attorneys, business leaders, and industry experts for panels, CLE sessions, workshops, and focused discussions on emerging legal and business issues in gaming. | https://vgba.org/programs/#annual-summits | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 26 - 28 May |  | Game AiCON NEW DATE | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | South Korea | Seoul | Seoul, South Korea | GAME AiCON 2026 is Asia’s B2B hub for game publishing and partnerships. We connect global professionals with indie studios for real business outcomes. 2026 marks GAME AiCON's second edition, and we are excited to bring you more networking opportunities, speakers, and games from around the world. | https://www.gameaicon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 29 May |  | Nordic Game | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Malmö | Malmö, Sweden | Nordic Game is the leading games conference in Europe. Gathering thousands of industry professionals in the spring and autumn each year, Nordic Game is the one and only “home turf” meeting place for the highly successful game developers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. | https://nordicgame.com/ | N/A | 248€ | GiN | None | |
| 27 May |  | IndieGameBusiness Deep Dive: May Edition | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join IGB for a focused, one-day event unpacking the ins and outs of building strong publishing partnerships. | https://indiegamebusiness.com/resources/training/igb-deep-dive/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | |
| 27 May |  | PG Connects Summit Malmö 2026 | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Malmö | Malmö , Sweden | Pocket Gamer Connects focuses on connecting you with the right people from all sections of the games industry. We unite delegates across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered, from mobile, PC, and console to XR, web3, and AI technology. | https://www.pgconnects.com/ | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 28 May |  | WN Growth Summit Limassol | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | The WN Growth Summit is a high-density gathering of top-tier game studios, publishers, designed to tackle the real, burning issues studios are facing right now — from surviving platform shifts to rethinking monetization strategies and game design. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/growth-summit-26 | N/A | TBA | WN Hub | None | |
| 29 May |  | GDCy Fest | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | For some time now, we have been hosting GameDev events, and GDCy Fests from 2023 to 2025 were a huge success. We are excited to announce a GDCy Fest 2026 – our Open-Air seaside Cyprus Game Development conference, fashioned in the beloved GDCy style. | https://gdcy.eu/fest26/ | N/A | 99€ (Standard) / 399€ (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 30 May |  | Expo Gamers NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Croatia | Opatija | Opatija, Croatia | Expo Gamers 2026 is set to bring top-tier industry players to the north Adriatic, and is becoming the region’s breakout event for meaningful connections and real conversations, featuring three dedicated program tracks (a VIP, business oriented and fans oriented), an exciting expo hall with Indie Zone, beer garden and exclusive networking opportunities - featuring MeetToMatch platform. | https://www.expogamers.com/ | N/A | 440€ (Standard) / 1130€ (VIP) / 30€ (Public) | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 29 - 30 May |  | Game Access | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Brno | Brno, Czechia | We are Game Access. Every year, we unite thousands of creatives from all over the world. Together, under one roof, we are igniting gamedev passion and creating opportunities, together with the stars and heroes of our industry. | https://game-access.com/ | N/A | 210€ (Standard) / 355€ (Business) | Proprietary | None | |
| 30 - 31 May |  | TwitchCon Europe NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | We’re heading back to Rotterdam on May 30–31, 2026. Plan your trip now and look for tickets early next year. | https://www.twitchcon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 2 - 3 Jun |  | Indigo NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | INDIGO is the premier business event for the Benelux game industry, bringing together game developers, publishers, investors, and industry professionals for two days of networking, showcases, and knowledge sharing. | https://indigoshowcase.nl/ | N/A | 120€ | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 2 - 4 Jun |  | Games Industry Law Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | Games Industry Law Summit is the annual conference for lawyers who actively practice in the international games industry, with counsels from over 200 studios and law firms spending 3 days together to discuss law in the context of interactive entertainment. | https://gameslawsummit.org/summit-berlin-2026/?ref=games-industry-law-summit.ghost.io | 360 | 1,700€ | None | None | |
| 4 Jun |  | Games First | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Games First is about sharing and learning – meeting familiar and new faces in a safe environment free of the dreadful corporate networking atmosphere and sales pitches. Games First is a space to connect with peers in a friendly, non-salesy environment. An event by Supercell. | https://gamesfirst.supercell.com/ | N/A | Invite Only | None | None | |
| 4 Jun |  | Games Growth Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Games Growth Summit will be back for 2026! Featuring keynotes, panels, and networking, this event aims to equip attendees with actionable strategies for sustainable growth, leveraging technology, funding, resilience, and community collaboration. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/games-growth-summit-tickets-1975766889954?aff=oddtdtcreator | N/A | £75 (Standard) / £125 (Vendor) | N/A | None | |
| 4 - 5 Jun |  | Mythique Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Greece | Mykonos | Mykonos, Greece | Mythique Summit is bringing together 35–40 executives (70% tech, 30% business) in a unique environment that unites technical and business intellect in the radical setting of an island, creating the mind space for new ideas. | https://www.mythique-summit.com/ | 40 | Invite Only | None | None | |
| 5 Jun |  | PitchYaGame #June Edition NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Pitching | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | To #PitchYaGame Live, simply post your elevator pitch with your best media attached when LIVE on any platform of your choosing… (that supports hashtags). | https://pitchyagame.com/ | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 5 Jun |  | XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Halifax | Halifax, Canada | XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic connects indie devs, business leaders, publishers, investors, and industry experts to forge partnerships, and create the opportunities that will drive business forward. Join us for a full day of video game networking and discussions. | https://xpgaming.biz/xp-game-connect-atlantic/ | N/A | CA$154 (Standard) / CA$205 (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 5 - 7 Jun |  | CEGIS | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | Connect with industry leaders in one of Canada’s fastest growing esports hubs during the Battle of BC 8 weekend at the Vancouver Convention Centre, June 5-7 2026. | https://www.galint.gg/events/landing/cegis-2026 | N/A | CA$93 | N/A | N/A | |
| 8 - 9 Jun |  | Dev.Play | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Romania | Bucharest | Bucharest, Romania | Join us for an exciting two-day event in downtown Bucharest. Dive into specialized content tracks, including the External Development Track, network, discover indie games from the region, hear from top voices in the industry. | https://dev-play.ro/ | 500+ | 140€ (Standard) / 490€ (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 10 Jun |  | Gotland Game Conference NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Visby | Visby, Sweden | Gotland Game Conference takes place June 8th to 10th in beautiful Visby, on the island of Gotland, Sweden. This year, we celebrate our 20th Gotland Game Conference and our 25th year as a department of game education! | https://gotlandgameconference.com/2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 9 - 10 Jun |  | GamesForum Hamburg | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | Gamesforum Hamburg is the only event dedicated to exploring the intersection of game genres, user acquisition, and ad monetization. This is where top publishers, developers, and mobile gaming experts come to explore what’s working—right now—for their genre. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/hamburg | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 11 Jun |  | Liv Game Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Liverpool | Liverpool, United Kingdom | A full day of high-quality content designed to bring the North-West and wider UK's games industry together, facilitate high-level networking opportunities, share knowledge through expert talks, and support career development. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/liv-game-summit-2026-tickets-1976457550739 | N/A | £38 | N/A | None | |
| 11 - 17 Jun |  | Toronto Games Week | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Toronto Games Week is a collective coordination of events organized independently by dozens of organizations, curators, companies, creators, and communities. | https://torontogamesweek.com/ | N/A | Various | None | None | |
| 12 - 14 Jun |  | NarraScope | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | New York | Albany | Albany, New York | NarraScope is a conference that brings together the writers, developers, scholars, and players of interactive narrative. | https://narrascope.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 18 Jun |  | DiGRA NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Ireland | Maynooth | Maynooth, Ireland | The 2026 DiGRA conference theme is Intersectional Pleasures. The theme invites a critical and celebratory exploration of how games (digital, analogue, and hybrid) enable, mediate, or restrict pleasure across lines of identity, genre, platforms, politics and more. | https://www.digraconference2026.com/ | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 16 Jun |  | PG Connects Barcelona | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | PG Connects returns to Barcelona. We’ll assemble 1,000+ games industry professionals to discuss, exchange, and connect on all things mobile, PC, console, AI, web3, and html5 within the exquisite surroundings of this major European cultural and tech hub. | https://www.pgconnects.com/barcelona/ | 1000+ | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 15 - 19 Jun |  | Artificial Intelligence and Games NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Netherlands | Leiden | Leiden, Netherlands | This summer school offers an unparalleled deep dive into AI and Machine Learning for games. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or industry professional, this is your chance to explore the future of AI in gaming with world-class experts. | https://school.gameaibook.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 22 Jun |  | Steam Next Fest: June | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | Steam | Virtual | Steam | Play what's next, choose from dozens of livestreams to watch, and chat with developers about their games in this week-long celebration. | https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest | N/A | Free | Steam | None | |
| 16 - 17 Jun |  | BGD - The Nordic Executive Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Mossbylund | Mossbylund, Sweden | BGD is a leaders’ circle of trust and an invite-only annual gathering in the Nordics, bringing together studio leaders and thought leaders from the games industry in a personal, genuine, and trusted environment. BGD provides a unique platform for reflection, discussion, and connection. | https://bornholmgamedays.com/#start | 50 | Invite Only | None | None | |
| 16 - 18 Jun |  | Unreal Fest - Chicago | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Illinois | Chicago | Chicago, Illinois | Taking place June 16-18 in The Windy City, this will be our flagship Unreal Fest for 2026—and where we’ll broadcast the State of Unreal and announce the latest news on Unreal Engine, Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), and the Epic ecosystem. | https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/feed?tags=events | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun |  | DevGAMM Gdańsk | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Gdańsk | Gdańsk, Poland | B2B conference uniting game industry pros from Poland, the Baltics, and beyond. This time, we’re kicking off the summer together. | https://devgamm.com/gdansk2026/ | N/A | $300 (Standard) / $700 (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun |  | Game Camp NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Lille | Lille, France | During these 2 days, game developers will benefit from the feedback of notorious speakers from the industry in our 5 categories, share structuring subjects, meet their peers, schedule meetings, and access a pool of experts in different fields of activity.) | https://gamecamp.fr/en/home/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun |  | NAGIS NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Edmonton | Edmonton, Canada | The North American Games Industry Summit (NAGIS) Powered By Xsolla is a purpose-built B2B experience designed to strengthen and accelerate the North American games and technology ecosystem. | https://nagis.ca/ | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun |  | Serious Play Europe | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Germany | Mainz | Mainz, Germany | This inaugural gathering marks an exciting new chapter for Serious Play. Expect workshops, presentations, and opportunities to network & connect with colleagues from across Europe and beyond in a setting that embodies both tradition and forward-thinking energy. | https://seriousplayconf.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 21 Jun |  | Game Con Canada NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Canada | Edmonton | Edmonton, Canada | Game Con Canada is a 3 day celebration of gaming and community, welcoming fans of all ages and backgrounds to come together under one roof. Attendees will have the opportunity to play hundreds of games from game & board Game studios. | https://gameconcanada.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Jun |  | Immersive Tech Week | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | The ambition for ITW has grown—and so has the need for a format that gives room to that ambition. By moving to June 2026, we’re aligning with international calendars, deepening our partnerships, and giving ourselves the time and space to shape something truly new. Former VR Days Europe. | https://www.immersivetechweek.co | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 25 - 26 Jun |  | Portside Game Assembly | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | Portside Game Assembly is a new kind of B2B event where visionaries from the indie game scene meet in an unconventional setting on a ship to exchange on strategies, get inspiration and make contacts that really matter. | https://portsideassembly.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 25 - 27 Jun |  | GiC Katowice | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Katowice | Katowice, Poland | You asked for GIC to arrive sooner (sunnier?)… We hear you! See you in Katowice. | https://gic.gd/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 28 Jun |  | Into Games NEW DATE | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Ostrava | Ostrava, Czechia | Ostrava is known for great music festivals like Colours Of Ostrava or Beats For Love and since 2026 will be known also for our awesome Game Dev Conference! So, what to expect? | https://www.intogames.eu/ | N/A | 185€ | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 30 Jun |  | Global Games Show NEW DATE | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Middle East | Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | The Global Games Show Riyadh 2026 is set to redefine the future of gaming as the ultimate B2B Gaming Festival. It will bring together the leading voices in gaming, including game studios and publishers, investors, tech providers, and IP owners. A Global AI Show Riyadh 2026 is happening paralel to this event in the same venue. | https://www.globalgamesshow.com/riyadh/ | 10,000 | $399 (Standard), $1799 (VIP), Free (Visitor) | N/A | None | |
| 11 - 12 Jul |  | Glasgow Indie Games Fest NEW | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Scotland | Glasgow | Glasgow, Scotland | The Glasgow Independent Games Festival is an all day event. We’ll have a bumper set of indie games for you to play, from some of the most talented developers around. | https://glasgowindiegamesfest.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 16 Jul |  | Develop Brighton | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Brighton | Brighton, United Kingdom | Develop:Brighton is the only event in the UK that brings the entire game-making industry together - from global superstars to micro indies, to learn from each other, share ideas and experiences, network and do business in a friendly and inclusive environment. | https://www.developconference.com/ | 5000+ | £695 (Standard) | N/A | None | |
| 17 - 19 Jul |  | High Performance Graphics NEW | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | HPG 2026 will be co-located with SIGGRAPH in Los Angeles on July 17-19, 2026. | https://www.highperformancegraphics.org/2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 23 Jul |  | SIGGRAPH | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | The Premier Conference & Exhibition on Computer Graphics & Interactive Techniques. | https://s2026.siggraph.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 22 Jul |  | Games for Change Festival | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | NY | New York | New York, NY | This year, we're exploring "Reimagining Play"—how play has evolved beyond games into a living, evolving force for change. Experience two days of keynotes, workshops, awards, and networking that showcase play's impact across education, health, civic engagement, and social innovation. | https://festival.gamesforchange.org/ | N/A | $625 (Standard) / $1000 (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 22 - 24 Jul |  | CEDEC NEW | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Japan | Yokohama | Yokohama, Japan | CEDEC is an annual event that is held over three days and features approximately 200 sessions in seven fields: engineering, production, visual arts, business & production, sound, game design, and academic/fundamental technology. | https://cedec.cesa.or.jp/2026/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 24 - 26 Jul |  | Philippine GameDev Expo (PGDX) | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Philippines | Manila | Manila, Philippines | The Philippine Game Dev Expo (PGDX) was a groundbreaking event that united the gaming industry and showcased the wealth of talent within the Filipino gaming community. It featured engaging panels, a vibrant indie game scene, international exhibitors, and a wide range of events and activities. | https://www.pgdx.ph/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 30 Jul |  | Save The Games | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | New York | Rochester | Rochester, New York | The purpose of the symposium is not only to share knowledge but also to cultivate relationships among key contributors in game preservation in order to further the collective work of preserving our digital play heritage. | https://www.museumofplay.org/save-the-games-a-digital-preservation-symposium/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 30 Jul |  | PG Connects Summit Shanghai | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | West Meet East, East Meet West and maximise your ChinaJoy Week. PG Connects Summit Shanghai marks an exciting new chapter for the b2b conference series. | https://www.pgconnects.com/shanghai/ | 500 | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 30 Jul - 2 Aug |  | Gen Con | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Indiana | Indianapolis | Indianapolis, Indiana | Gen Con, the largest and longest-running tabletop gaming convention in North America, saw more than 71,000 gamers flock to downtown Indianapolis, setting an all-time attendance record for the annual event. | https://www.gencon.com/ | N/A | $83+ (Daily) / $164 (All Days) / $302 (Business) | N/A | None | |
| 31 Jul - 3 Aug |  | ChinaJoy NEW | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | The 23rd China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference (ChinaJoy), themed "Level Up With AI", will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. As one of the most well-known and influential industry annual events in the field of games and digital entertainment in the world. | https://en.chinajoy.net/#/englishPage/englishHome?language=En& | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 2 Aug |  | Game Sound Summit NEW | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | South America | Puerto Rico | San Juan | San Juan, Puerto Rico | During two days of seminars, panels and presentations, you’ll learn all you need to know in order to begin your career as a video game composer or sound designer. Game Sound Summit offers in-depth information valuable to professional composers, musicians and game developers. | https://www.triviumstudiospr.com/gamesoundsummit | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 5 - 7 Aug |  | Serious Play Conference | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | North America | North Carolina | Durham | Durham, North Carolina | Explore how the power of play, games and gamification are transforming education, training, and knowledge mobilization. Experience interactive sessions, compelling speakers, and cutting-edge research. This is where learning and innovation come to play. | https://seriousplayconf.com/homepage/ | N/A | $350 (Developer) / $750 (Vendor) | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 13 Aug |  | Foundations of Digital Games | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | Following the successful conferences FDG’24 in Worchester, MA and FDG’25 in Vienna and Graz, we are happy to announce the 21st annual Foundations of Digital Games conference FDG’26 in Copenhagen. | https://fdg2026.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 16 Aug |  | BIC Festival | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | South Korea | Busan | Busan, South Korea | The Busan IndieConnect Festival began in 2015 and is a global indie game festival held every year in Busan, where you can meet indie games of various ideas and genres from indie games that were usually difficult to access. | https://bicfest.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Aug |  | gamescom dev | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | In 2026, the event will take place on August 23-25 in Cologne, Germany. Additional to two days of conference with keynotes, talks, roundtables and workshops held be internatial industry experts, gamescom dev will also feature a business expo, online and onsite matchmaking, side events, parties and activities, the indie expo and more. | https://dev.gamescom.global/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 30 Aug |  | gamescom | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Gamescom is a trade fair for video games held annually at the Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. The destroyer of E3. | https://www.gamescom.global/en | 300.000+ | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 28 - 30 Aug |  | PokémonXP | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | Califonia | San Francisco | San Francisco, Califonia | Come join a celebration of community and all things Pokémon as you enjoy featured panels, unique workshops, special guests, exclusive merchandise, and so much more at the first event of its kind. PokémonXP will take place at the same time as the 2026 Pokémon World Championships. | https://pokemonxp.com/en-us | N/A | $120 | None | None | |
| 2 Sep |  | Seattle Indies Slice | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Washington | Seattle | Seattle, Washington | Seattle Loves Indie Creators Expo is a B2B event to celebrate and empower developers and leaders to build and grow studios. Whether you’re leading a tiny team, guiding a growing studio, or looking to level up, SLICE brings professionals for a day packed with networking, insights, and connections. | https://seattleslice.org/ | 850 | $150 | GiN | 25% off to everyone on our Discord: https://discord.gg/join-seattle-indies | |
| 4 - 7 Sep |  | PAX West | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Washington | Seattle | Seattle, Washington | PAX West is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. | https://west.paxsite.com/en-us.html | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 7 - 8 Sep |  | GamesForum London | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Gamesforum London offers a focused, high-value environment for learning and connection. Whether you're scaling your game, optimizing revenue, or staying ahead of the latest market trends, Gamesforum London will enable you to successfully and sustainably scale your mobile games. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/london | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 9 Sep |  | Live Service Gaming Summit - Europe | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The inaugural Live Service Gaming Summit brought over 250+ gaming publishers, live ops professionals, tech innovators to dive into the future of live service gaming. This event served as a game-changer for attendees not only to network but to explore how live service gaming can deliver real value. | https://www.iqpc.com/events-live-service-gaming-summit | 250+ | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 11 Sep |  | XDS | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | The only annual, international games industry event with the primary focus on advancing external development. | https://xdsummit.com/ | N/A | $1295 | Proprietary | None | |
| 12 - 13 Sep |  | BlizzCon | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | California | Anaheim | Anaheim, California | BlizzCon is back! BlizzCon brings us together over our shared passion for Blizzard’s universes, but at its heart, BlizzCon has always been about so much more. | https://blizzcon.com/en-gb | N/A | $289.99 | None | None | |
| 17 - 21 Sep |  | Tokyo Game Show | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | Held annually in the Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, the Tokyo Game Show focuses on Japanese games, but also welcomes international game developers. The 2026 edition will run for 5 days for the first time. | https://tgs.cesa.or.jp/en | 300,000+ | TBA | Proprietary | None | |
| 21 - 23 Sep |  | DICE Europe NEW | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Greece | Athens | Athens, Greece | The next iteration of D.I.C.E. Europe will take place in Athens, Greece from September 21 to 23, 2026. Registration and hotel details will be announced soon. | https://www.diceeurope.org/ | 200 | TBA | Proprietary | None | |
| 22 - 25 Sep |  | Game Devs of Color Expo | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Game Devs of Color (GDoC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to amplifying and empowering developers of color in the gaming industry. | https://www.gamedevsofcolor.org/ | 1000+ | TBA | Swapcard | None | |
| 23 - 24 Sep |  | NEXUS Games Conference | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ireland | Dublin | Dublin, Ireland | NEXUS Games Summit brings together thought-leaders and professionals for two days of insightful discussions, high-value networking, and exclusive events. | https://nexusdublin.ie/ | 400 | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 27 Sep |  | Warhammer Conference | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Germany | Frankfurt | Frankfurt, Germany | The world's first academic conference dedicated to all things Warhammer. The third annual Warhammer Conference, which will take place on the weekend of 26th–27th September 2026 at the Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS). | https://warhammer-conference.com/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 30 Sep |  | IndieGameBusiness Sessions | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Expand your knowledge and connections at IndieGameBusiness® Sessions. The industry’s longest running video game conference for publishers and developers. | https://indiegamebusiness.com/resources/training/conference/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 2 - 4 Oct |  | MonteGames | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Monte Negro | Tivat | Tivat, Monte Negro | MonteGames is a love letter to the early days of game-dev gatherings when conferences were intimate, craft-driven, and built around the people rather than the production. A place where conversations lasted longer, friendships formed faster, and the passion for making games sat at the center. | https://www.montegames.me/ | 550 | 19.99€ (Standard) / 1199.99€ (VIP) | None | None | |
| 6 - 8 Oct |  | Games Industry Law Summit On Tour | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Porto | Porto, Portugal | With the previous editions of On Tour, we’ve explored Poland, Cyprus & Italy. This time, we engage with Portugal – the nascent western hub of the European games industry. Summit On Tour IV runs in Porto. | https://gameslawsummit.org/summit-on-tour-4/ | 200 | 1000€ | None | None | |
| 7 - 8 Oct |  | Mobidictum Conference | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | Get ready for the biggest gaming industry event in the region! Mobidictum Conference has become a must-attend event for game creators and businesses. The Mobidictum Conference connects global gaming professionals to discuss industry trends, network, and explore the latest innovations. | https://mobidictum.com/events/ | 1000+ | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 13 - 14 Oct |  | PG Connects Nordics | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Welcome to the biggest b2b games event in the Nordics – and our biggest PGC Helsinki yet! Pocket Gamer Connects focuses on connecting you with the right people from all sections of the games industry. | https://www.pgconnects.com/helsinki/ | 1500 | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 15 Oct |  | Game Republic New Horizons | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Middlesbrough | Middlesbrough, United Kingdom | Flagship conference & expo focused on future opportunities, markets and skills with global speakers from studios, publishers and platforms. The games industry flagship event in The North focusing on the future returns and will be supported by Tees Valley Combined Authority. | https://gamerepublic.net/ | N/A | £119 (Standard) / £299 (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 17 - 18 Oct |  | GameDev Connect | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Czechia | Brno | Brno, Czechia | An event designed for all current game developers and especially newcomers, looking to break into one of the most exciting industries in the world. Listen to lectures by seasoned developers, meet future colleagues at the booths of leading game studios and try out new titles from independent teams. | https://game-connect.cz/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 26 Oct |  | Steam Next Fest: October | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | Steam | Virtual | Steam | Play what's next, choose from dozens of livestreams to watch, and chat with developers about their games in this week-long celebration. | https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest | N/A | Free | Steam | None | |
| 20 - 21 Oct |  | GameSoundCon | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Burbank | Burbank, California | GameSoundCon is hybrid! Casual to AAA, big studio to indie -- For composers, sound designers, dialogue specialists, researchers, educators and others who want to keep up with the cutting edge in video game sound, music, dialogue and technology. | https://www.gamesoundcon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 24 Oct |  | GiC | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Poznan | Poznan, Poland | Same conference, but different. GiC in Poznan is moving one day earlier, the summit’s dat will be moved to Wed, the core conference will be Thu - Sat and we will abandon Sun. | https://gic.gd/ | N/A | 270€ (Standard) / 980€ (VIP) | N/A | None | |
| 22 - 25 Oct |  | Spiel Essen | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Germany | Essen | Essen, Germany | We are the world's largest public fair for board games and bring together passionate game fans with national and international exhibitors in Germany in the heart of the Ruhr area. Here you can discover new titles from all over the world, enjoy the company of other gamers & play as much as you want. | https://www.spiel-essen.de/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Oct |  | Poznan Game Arena | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Poland | Poznan | Poznan, Poland | Poznań Game Arena is the largest computer, console, and multimedia entertaiment fair in Central and Eastern Europe, organized both for the industry and individual visitors. PGA has almost 20 years of history, which we have built together with over 600,000 Polish and foreign game fans. | https://gamearena.pl/en | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Oct |  | GameOn | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Lithuania | Vilnius | Vilnius, Lithuania | GameOn is a unique setup for the region. We combine the biggest Baltic B2C games expo, a conference, and high-quality B2B events for entertainment industries of the future. GameOn always strives to innovate, grow, and amaze! | https://www.gameon.lt/go/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 31 Oct |  | Game Days | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Slovakia | Kosice | Kosice, Slovakia | Game Days is a boutique gaming conference where industry experts share valuable insights, talent and indie developers connect with key partners, and creatives come together in an inspiring, inclusive, and collaborative environment. | https://gamedays.sk/ | 1000 | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 29 Oct - 1 Nov |  | gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Thailand | Bangkok | Bangkok, Thailand | This merger brings together two powerhouse events, creating the biggest B2B2C platform for the games industry in Southeast Asia and one of the biggest in the world. Get ready for an expansive business area, an industry gaming conference, and an exciting entertainment area. | https://gamescom.asia/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 2 - 3 Nov |  | Video Game Bar Association - LA Summit | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | This is the VGBA’s Premier Event. Our LA Summit is the definitive conference for international practitioners of interactive entertainment law. Swapping to the fall for 2026, this event draws the largest audience of in-house counsel from game publishers and developers. | https://vgba.org/programs/#annual-summits | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
| 5 - 8 Nov |  | Games Ground | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | Games Ground brings consumers and the industry together for a constructive exchange on an equal footing. Formerly known as Business Ground, our Business Days are back with more curated talks, panels, and workshops, diving deeper into the craft of game development. | https://www.gamesground.de/ | 6.000+ | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 6 Nov |  | PitchYaGame #November Edition NEW | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Pitching | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | To #PitchYaGame Live, simply post your elevator pitch with your best media attached when LIVE on any platform of your choosing… (that supports hashtags). | https://pitchyagame.com/ | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 7 - 8 Nov |  | AdventureX | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | AdventureX is the UK's only convention dedicated to narrative-driven gaming. Since 2011, AdventureX has been bringing together developers & gamers with a passion for interactive storytelling. | https://www.adventurexpo.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 11 Nov |  | MIGS | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Montreal | Montreal, Canada | MIGS connects game publishers, investors, developers, and service providers for two days of global networking, expert speakers and panels, as well as a dedicated exhibit space featuring an indie game showcase. | https://migs.biz/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 13 - 15 Nov | | TwitchCon San Diego NEW | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | California | San Diego | San Diego, California | Join us in San Diego on November 13-15, 2026. Mark your calendars for the biggest weekend of the year. | https://www.twitchcon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 22 Nov |  | Dutch Game Week | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Netherlands | Breda | Breda, Netherlands | 7 days, 14 locations, 1 city buzzing with the world of play. | https://dutchgameweek.nl/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 20 Nov |  | CiGA Developer Conference | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | CiGA Developer Conference (CIGADC) is a conference organized by CiGA for game developers and game industry practitioners that covers design, visuals, programming, narrative, platform, marketing and more. | https://www.cigadc.com/english | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 22 Nov |  | CEEGS (DiGRA CEE) | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Poland | Warsaw | Warsaw, Poland | CEEGS, the Central and Eastern European Games Studies Conference, is the annual conference of the DiGRA Central and Eastern Europe chapter dedicated to exploring various aspects of games, including digital, analog, and hybrid formats, as well as the cultural and social contexts in which they exist. | https://ceegs.fsv.cuni.cz/ceegs-2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 22 Nov |  | WePlay Expo | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | WePlay is the biggest indie game exhibition in China. This is a fantastic game festival with high-quality indie games, 3A games, cultural content and experiences from around the world! | https://www.weplaymore.com/english | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 29 Nov |  | Milan Games Week | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Italy | Milan | Milan, Italy | Milan Games Week & Cartoomics is Italy's largest consumer show dedicated to gaming, esports and pop culture in all its nuances, from comics, fantasy fiction, role-playing and board games to cinema, entertainment, and cosplayers. | https://www.milangamesweek.it/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 3 Dec |  | Kingdom of Gaming NEW | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | The inaugural Kingdom of Gaming – Saudia Arabia’s first world-class game creation ecosystem – will open its doors in Riyadh from 1 - 3 December 2026. Event organized by Informa (GDC Festival) and it will happen alongside BlackHat MEA 2026 cybersecurity gathering. 20,000 guests, 300 exhibitors and sponsors and 500 participating studios and developers are expected. | https://www.einpresswire.com/article/872783372/kingdom-of-gaming-to-land-in-riyadh-in-december-2026 | 20,000 | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 4 Dec |  | SIGGRAPH Asia NEW | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 will mark a new milestone as it takes place in Kuala Lumpur for the first time, expanding the conference’s footprint and welcoming fresh perspectives. This edition promises to enrich our community by fostering new connections and enhancing the experience for all attendees. | https://asia.siggraph.org/2025/about-the-event/siggraph-asia-2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 4 - 6 Dec |  | PAX Unplugged | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Unplugged is a tabletop gaming-focused event specifically tailored to lovers of board games, RPGs, miniatures, cards, and more. Featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, tournaments, and a community experience. | https://unplugged.paxsite.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 9 Dec | | IndieGameBusiness Deep Dive: December Edition | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join IGB for a focused, one-day event unpacking the ins and outs of game marketing that works. | https://indiegamebusiness.com/resources/training/igb-deep-dive/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | |
| 10 Dec |  | The Game Awards | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Showcase | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | The Game Awards recognizes and upholds creative and technical excellence in the global video game industry. | https://thegameawards.com/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | |
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| 8 - 11 Jan |  | Super MAGFest | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Maryland | National Harbor | National Harbor, Maryland | Join us at the Gaylord from January 8-11, 2026—plug in, suit up, and dash headfirst into a long weekend full of nonstop music, games, and maybe even a hidden upgrade or two. | https://super.magfest.org/ | N/A | $125 | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 20 Jan |  | PG Connects London | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The largest independent b2b conference for the UK games industry, now in its 12th year, with extra space at the nearby Barbican, and featuring additional elements such as the Pocket Gamer Awards. | https://www.pgconnects.com/london/ | N/A | £780 (Standard) / £1500 (VIP) | MeetToMatch | GAMECONFLDN (10% off) | |
| 26 Jan - 1 Feb |  | Global Game Jam | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Game Jam | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | During the 2025 jam, our community of 35,371 jammers created a jaw-dropping 12,098 games (+20% than last year) across 795 participating sites from 97 countries. Global Game Jam will return in 2026. | https://globalgamejam.org/ | N/A | Free | None | None | |
| 27 - 29 Jan |  | Umeå Game Conference | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Umeå | Umeå, Sweden | Umeå Game Conference 2026 by Agora Gaming Partners is designed to elevate game businesses and foster cross-border collaboration, offering a platform for developers to pitch their top projects and connect with key decision-makers. | https://ugconf.se/ | N/A | 1440 SEK | N/A | None | |
| 29 Jan |  | Leadership Day | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ireland | Dublin | Dublin, Ireland | Leadership Day is a curated gathering for the Irish games industry, to discuss studio culture, driving high performance in teams, and to reflect on our personal journeys and values as leaders. It is a day to invest in learning and growth. | https://leadershipday.ie/ | N/A | €40 | None | None | |
| 29 - 30 Jan |  | Asia Pacific Game Summit (APGS) | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei | Taipei, Taiwan | Asia Pacific Game Summit (APGS) dedicates to promoting Taiwan’s gaming industry, with the aim of expanding opportunities for international exchange among experts. Organized by Taipei Computer Association. | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/apgs/index.php?lang=e | N/A | Free | N/A | None | |
| 29 Jan - 1 Feb |  | Taipei Game Show | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei City | Taipei City, Taiwan | Taipei Game Show 2025 Concludes with Nearly 370,000 Visitors Over Four Days Next Edition Scheduled for January 29, 2026 | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/?p=index_e | 370000 | NT$ 250 (Public) / NT$500 (Industry) | N/A | None | |
| 3 - 5 Feb |  | GameDev Summit | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Philippines | Clark | Clark, Philippines | GameDev Summit (GDS) is an International Video Game Industry summit where studios, developers, and advocates come together to connect, innovate, and advance in one of the most stunning destinations in the world - Boracay, Philippines. | https://www.gamedevsummit.co | N/A | $784 (SOLD OUT) | N/A | none | |
| 6 Feb |  | Game Anglia Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Suffolk | Suffolk, United Kingdom | Our annual festival celebrating the East of England's video games industry returns on Friday 6 February 2026 at University of Suffolk! A day filled with inspiring talks, independent game developers and educational institutions. | https://www.gameanglia.co.uk/festival/ | N/A | £15 | N/A | None |
| DATE | EVENT | MONTH | YEAR | STATUS | STATUS | NATURE | NATURE | TYPE | REGION | COUNTRY / STATE | CITY | LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | WEBSITE | ATTENDANCE | PRICE PASS | PRICE BOOTH | MEETING SYSTEM | DISCOUNT | ||
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| 24 - 26 Feb | | gamescom dev leadership summit FEATURED | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon, Portugal | The leadership summit 2026 powered by Xsolla offers a confidential and collaborative space where top-level professionals can connect, share insights, and address critical industry challenges without the pressures of public scrutiny. In a secure, NDA-protected environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in candid conversations, foster strategic relationships, and gain actionable insights to drive your business forward. | https://dev.gamescom.global/leadership-summit-2026/ | 100+ | 2041€ | None | None | None | |
| 10 - 11 Feb | | GamesForum Barcelona | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | Join us at Gamesforum Barcelona — the leading event for mobile gaming professionals focused on driving real growth. Our flagship conference unites the industry’s top minds to explore practical strategies in user acquisition, ad monetization, product monetization, and alternative growth. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/barcelona/ | 600 | €600 | None | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 12 Feb | | DICE Summit | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Nevada | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada | Our outstanding programming sets the scene for the discussions and deals that are made around the summit. The networking functions then allow our attendees an opportunity to mingle with the speakers, delegates, and companies that are driving growth in games today. | https://www.dicesummit.org/ | N/A | $3,850 (Standard) / SOLD OUT (Networking Pass) | None | Proprietary | None | |
| 10 - 12 Feb | | MeetToMatch - The Las Vegas Edition | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Nevada | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada | Meet all relevant publishers, investors, and developers at the annual Las Vegas Edition, taking place during one of the premier networking events in the games industry. | https://www.meettomatch.com/lasvegas/ | N/A | €114 | None | MeetToMatch | GameConfGuide10 | |
| 11 - 12 Feb | | WN Conference - Abu Dhabi | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | WN Abu Dhabi’26 brings together game industry professionals who are focused on practical outcomes, informed decision-making, and long-term business relationships. The event is designed around how decisions are actually made in today’s industry, where financing, strategy, LiveOps performance, and AI technology are deeply interconnected. Instead of classic conference talks, WN Abu Dhabi’26 prioritizes practical exchange through discussions, roundtables, clinics, postmortems, and curated networking formats. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/abudhabi26 | 500 | €399(Standard) / 550€ (VIP) | N/A | WN Hub | None | |
| 11 - 22 Feb | | Yorkshire Games Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Yorkshire | Yorkshire, United Kingdom | Next year, the festival will include the industry and careers focused Game Talks on 11–12 February, as well as family gaming fun across Half Term between 14 and 22 February. | https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/whats-on/yorkshire-games-festival | N/A | £25 | None | None | None | |
| 12 - 14 Feb | | Copenhagen Gaming Week | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen Gaming Week is the new and epic international festival uniting all aspects of gaming and esports in the Danish capital: Your chance to level up on futuristic tech, current trends, and retro classics while connecting with like-minded individuals who share your passion. | https://www.copenhagengamingweek.dk | N/A | 245 DKK (Daily) / 455 DKK (All Days) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 20 Feb | | Guildford Games Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Guildford | Guildford, United Kingdom | We’re back for another year of celebrating the brilliant, bonkers, and downright talented games industry right here in Guildford - the UK’s biggest development hub! | https://guildford.games/ | N/A | £22 | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 23 Feb - 2 Mar | | Steam Next Fest: February | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Steam | Steam Next Fest: February 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, Steam Next Fest is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience. | https://store.steampowered.com/ | N/A | Free | Via submission | None | None | |
| 25 - 27 Feb | | Enjmin Game Conference | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Angoulême | Angoulême, France | The Enjmin Game Conferences allow professionals to share their experience and students to benefit from their advice. The goal is to create special opportunities for interaction with French and international video game professionals. | https://enjmin.cnam.fr/evenements/enjmin-game-conferences-egc-/ | N/A | Invite Only | None | None | None | |
| 26 Feb | | Boden Game Changer | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Boden | Boden, Sweden | This event brings together leading voices from the games industry for knowledge-sharing, networking, and inspiration amidst the stunning Arctic backdrop. | https://www.bodengamechanger.se/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| TBA | | DevMix: London | 02 - FEB | 2026 | POSTPONED | POSTPONED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | DevMix London: A pop-up mash-up for PC game developers, indies, and hardware innovators. Talks kept light, networking kept real. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/devmix-pc-tickets-1760833112239 | 450 | £35 (Standard) | None | None | None | |
| 5 Mar | | UKIE Conference | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The Ukie Conference 2026, formerly Members Day, brings together the UK’s games and interactive entertainment ecosystem, from AAA studios and mobile innovators to publishers and investors, to supercharge the future of our industry. Join us for a day of insight, collaboration, and growth. | https://ukie.org.uk/conference | N/A | £358 / Free (Members) | None | N/A | None | |
| 8 Mar | | Courage XL | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | On-Site Showcase | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Courage XL keeps things casual: think simple set ups, soft music, and lots of cool demos (no loud music, expensive expo booths or complicated badge scanners) Indie Game Showcase the night before GDC takes off. Present your game to investors, publishers, press and peers. | https://courage.events/courage-xl/ | N/A | TBA | Via showcase | None | None | |
| 8 Mar | | Day of the Devs - San Francisco Edition | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | On-Site Showcase | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Our mission is to celebrate the creativity, diversity and magic of video games, give a voice to emerging or underrepresented talent, and to connect players with developers, and their games. Our programs are provided entirely for free. | https://www.dayofthedevs.org/ | N/A | Free | Via submission | None | None | |
| 9 Mar | | PG Connects Summit - San Francisco | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Focusing on Mobile and AI, our full-focus conference on March 9 offers 750 mobile games professionals an unparalleled opportunity to turbo-charge their networking whilst getting business-beating insight, latest industry trends, and more. | https://www.pgconnects.com/sanfrancisco/ | 750 | $225 | N/A | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 9 - 13 Mar | | GDC [Festival of Gaming] | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | GDC is transforming into the [Festival of Gaming], uniting the B2B games ecosystem. Registration launches late October. | https://gdconf.com/ | 30,000 | $649 | TBA | Proprietary | None | |
| 9 - 13 Mar | | MeetToMatch - The San Francisco Edition | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Join thousands of industry professionals for five days of high-quality, pre-scheduled meetings in the heart of San Francisco. With our industry-leading matchmaking system, you stay in control. | https://www.meettomatch.com/sanfrancisco2026/ | N/A | €145 | N/A | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 10 - 11 Mar | | Ukrainian Games Festival @ GDC NEW | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Francisco | San Francisco, California | Join us for a two-day celebration of Ukrainian games during GDC week, just steps from Moscone Center! Play ten incredible games from Ukrainian indie studios. Enjoy traditional Ukrainian food. Support a good cause! | https://luma.com/86klytmp | N/A | Free | None | None | None | |
| 13 - 16 Mar | | Tokyo Indie Games Summit | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT is a new indie game event launched in Kichijoji, Musashino City, in 2023 with the aim of bringing together the talents of a diverse range of creators, primarily in the indie game industry, and providing an opportunity for them to reach the top. | https://indiegamessummit.tokyo/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 16 - 19 Mar | | NVIDIA GTC | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | San Jose | San Jose, California | The must-attend NVIDIA GTC conference is returning in March. | https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 22 Mar | | gamescom LAN | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Europe’s biggest LAN party with esports, TCG, Fighting Games, community & creators – join 3,000+ gamers live for an amazing 3 days experience! | https://www.gamescom.global/en/lan | 3000+ | 114€ | None | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 24 Mar | | IndieCade Playable Theatre Symposium NEW | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Ohio | Cincinnati | Cincinnati, Ohio | The IndieCade Playable Theatre Symposium 2026 is a two-day, in-person series of events for scholars, students, creatives, and the curious, exploring the ever-evolving medium of playable theatre. Virtual-reality performance, live-action role-play, jubensha, improvised digital escape rooms, and more. | https://www.indiecade.com/playabletheatre/ | N/A | Free | None | None | None | |
| 23 - 25 Mar | | Digital Gaming India Expo | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | India | New Delhi | New Delhi, India | Digital Gaming India expo is the perfect place to discover, connect and explore this paradigm shift by hearing from, as well as networking and engaging with, the leading players in the industry. | https://www.digitalgamingindiaexpo.com/ | 1000 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 26 Mar | | Women in Games Careers Expo | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | This global online event brings together women and gender diverse talent across APAC, EMEA and the Americas to explore the Future of Work in games. Across the day you can join keynotes, My Story talks and practical Learning Labs that examine emerging roles. | https://events.ringcentral.com/events/women-in-games-career-expo-the-future-of-work/registration | N/A | Free | None | None | None | |
| 27 Mar | | Hit Games Conference - Istanbul | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | HGC Istanbul is the first C-level b2b mobile game event with round tables, providing unlimited networking, new insights, and getting international partners into the Turkish ecosystem. This 1 day event combines a classic conference format with a meeting system, an expo zone, and an amazing lineup. | https://hgconf.com/istanbul-2026 | 300 | 249€ | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 29 Mar | | PAX East | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Massachusetts | Boston | Boston, Massachusetts | PAX East is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. | https://east.paxsite.com/ | N/A | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 28 Mar | | DStars Connects | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual, Virtual | Since 2021, DStars has its own digital conference in partnership with WN Media. The event is focused on the Italian gaming industry with two different tracks, international guests and exclusive contents. The conference is live streamed through WN Hub and it is free for all. | https://www.dstars.it/ | N/A | Free | None | WN Hub | None | |
| 27 - 29 Mar | | Dreamhack Birmingham | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Birmingham | Birmingham, United Kingdom | DreamHack is the ultimate fusion of digital delight and sleep-deprived excitement for all things gaming and all those who love gaming! | https://dreamhack.com/birmingham/ | N/A | £59 (All Days) / £25 (Daily) | None | None | None | |
| 28 Mar | | Game Creators Conference | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Japan | Osaka | Osaka, Japan | The exchange of information experienced through all five senses, something you can never get online. Passionate discussions and evening social gatherings where we chat over a drink. Each of these connections has fueled our creative efforts and inspired us to take on new challenges. | https://gc-conf.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 28 Mar | | Game Pavilion | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Osaka | Osaka, Japan | Indie game exhibition in Osaka, Japan since 2023. More than 100 indie games will be exhibited, you can enjoy them on Steam as well. | https://gamepavilion.jp/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | None | |
| 28 Mar | | GDLX26 | 03 - MAR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Farnham | Farnham, United Kingdom | From the latest indie games to inspiring talks, #GDLX26 offers a unique opportunity to network and learn from industry veterans! Game Dev Local (GDL) is gearing up for its forth year of GDLX and this time, it's going to be bigger and better! | https://www.gamedevlocal.com/gdlx | N/A | £30 | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 7 - 10 Apr | | Everything Procedural | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Breda | Breda, Netherlands | Breda University of Applied Sciences will host the Everything Procedural Conference for a variety of lectures, talks, demonstrations and masterclasses in the field of procedural content generation for games on our beautiful campus. | https://www.everythingprocedural.com/ | N/A | 275€ | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 9 - 10 Apr | | DevGAMM Dubai | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Developer-led. Business-driven. Globally connected. | https://devgamm.com/dubai2026/ | N/A | $350 (Standard) / $550 (VIP) | N/A | N/A | MeetToMatch | |
| 10 - 11 Apr | | Mad Games Show NEW | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Spain | Madrid | Madrid, Spain | A joint initiative of the Spanish Video Game Association (AEVI) and DEV to promote Madrid as a major meeting point for the professional video game sector. In this edition, special attention is given to attracting more investors and making it easier for developers to close commercial agreements. | https://madgamesshow.com/en/ | N/A | TBA | None | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 13 - 19 Apr | | London Games Festival | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | London Games Festival returns Monday 13 - Sunday 19 April 2026. | https://festival.games.london/ | N/A | £299 (All Access) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 15 Apr | | Games For Change London Summit NEW | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The Summit will bring together game creators, educators, researchers, funders, and social innovators from across the UK, Europe, and beyond to explore how games can shape positive change in the world. | https://games.london/g4clondon/ | N/A | £99 | None | None | None | |
| 15 - 16 Apr | | GamesForum Cyprus | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | Join us at Gamesforum Cyprus in 2026 and discover the latest advancements in the industry directly from leading publishers and monetization and growth experts. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/cyprus | 200 | TBA | None | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 16 Apr | | The Game Assembly – Meet and Greet | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | HR / Recruitment | Europe | Sweden | Malmö & Stockholm | Malmö & Stockholm, Sweden | At Meet and Greet we gather game companies for a fair like set up where the students can come to introduce themselves and show off their portfolios, in search for internship. Around 40 game companies from different countries participate at The Game Assembly’s Meet and Greet every year. | https://thegameassembly.com/se/meet-and-greet/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 16 Apr | | Games meets Music | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Bringing the music & games industry together for networking, knowledge sharing and to forge partnerships! London Games Festival Side Event. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/games-meets-music-the-b-side-tickets-1769514197599?aff=oddtdtcreator | 200 | £65 | None | Met | None | |
| 16 Apr | | NERDICon LE | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Leipzig | Leipzig, Germany | The business conference for the games and creative industries will enter its third edition. With two stages and a workshop area, NERDICON offers space for exchange, knowledge transfer, and genuine encounters between developers, studios, companies, students, and decision-makers. | https://nerdic.org/nerdicon-le-2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 16 - 17 Apr | | New Game Plus | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | New Game Plus takes place on 16 April & Friday 17 April. The event will be open to both the public and professionals, including an industry conference alongside it, with tickets going on sale in December. | https://games.london/event/new-game-plus/ | N/A | £20 (Daily) / £35 (All Days) / £60 (Industry) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 04 - APR | 2026 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Croatia | Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik, Croatia | Reboot Develop Blue 2026 will be 11th edition of one of the most unique and biggest game developers and games industry conferences in the world! | https://rebootdevelopblue.com | N/A | 365€ (Standard) / 995€ (VIP) | Per request | None | None | |||
| 21 Apr | | LA Games Conference | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | LA Games Conference’s Law & Finance Summit is a 1-day conference for top legal and finance professionals in the games and entertainment industry. Our mission is to curate a gathering of senior leaders to discuss current hot button legal and finance topics in the games, interactive media and tech. | https://lagamesconference.com/ | 150 | TBA | None | None | None | |
| 23 - 24 Apr | | Mobile Ad Eaters Retreat | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Prague | Prague, Czechia | An intimate retreat for mobile gaming creatives and performance leaders. Where AI, strategy, & storytelling meet, and where real conversations happen. | https://appagent.com/ad-eaters-2026/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | None | |
| 24 Apr | | FÍS Games Summit | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ireland | Galway | Galway, Ireland | Ardán looks forward to welcoming attendees back to the Radisson RED in Galway on Friday, April 24th, 2026, for another great FÍS Games Summit where Games industry professionals at all career stages can listen to, learn from, and connect with one another. | https://ardan.ie/events/fis-games-summit/ | N/A | Free | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 30 Apr | | iicon | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Nevada | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, Nevada | Advancing innovation across culture, business, and human connection. Powered by the ESA (former E3 organizer), iicon promises to bring together a broad spectrum of sectors that converge with interactive entertainment, including film, television, and music, as well as sports, healthcare, finance... | https://www.iicon.com/ | N/A | $2,200 | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 28 - 29 Apr | | Live Service Gaming Conference - North America | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Texas | Austin | Austin, Texas | Over two days, the summit created a space for honest, in-depth conversations, uniting a passionate community around the future of live service gaming. From retention strategies to monetization models, attendees shared insights that are shaping the next generation of player experiences. | https://www.iqpc.com/events-lsg-na-summit | N/A | $1,399 | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 30 Apr - 3 May | | gamescom LATAM | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | South America | Brazil | São Paulo | São Paulo, Brazil | The 2025 edition of gamescom latam was a resounding success, drawing 131,854 attendees over five days. | https://latam.gamescom.global/en/home/ | 130,000+ | TBA | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 10 May | | NZ Games Festival NEW DATE | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Australia | New Zealand | Wellington | Wellington, New Zealand | NZ Games Festival is aotearoa’s own vibrant and inclusive international celebration of gaming, for developers, gamers, and families of all ages. | https://nzgamesfest.com/nz-gamesfest-events/ | N/A | Various | None | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 10 May | | Play by Play NEW DATE | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | New Zealand | Wellington | Wellington, New Zealand | Play by Play is an open-to-the-public industry conference for game developers, hobbyists and those interested in the sector. Kicking off again in April 2026 in the country’s beating cultural heart, Wellington, Play by Play is a New Zealand games conference with a difference. | https://playbyplay.co.nz/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 7 May | | VIVA! Community & Player Feedback NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | VIVA! Player Feedback is a one-day B2B learning and networking experience designed for community managers, live-ops teams, and player-experience professionals across the gaming industry. This event focuses on how to capture, interpret, and act on real-time player feedback. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/viva-community-player-feedback-tickets-1982173247542?aff=oddtdtcreator | N/A | £77.71 | None | None | None | |
| 13 May | | GameIs Conference NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Israel | Airport City | Airport City, Israel | The primary event of the Israeli Digital Games Industry returns in 2026. Join us for a full day filled with insightful conversations by industry leaders and discover the future of the Israeli Games Industry. | https://www.gameisconf.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| 13 - 16 May | | A Maze | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | A MAZE. represents and celebrates the new art movement, made up of arthouse games, artistic virtual reality, and a playful media culture beyond the mainstream. | https://2026.amaze-berlin.de/ | N/A | 80€ | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 17 May | | Dreamhack Atlanta | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Georgia | Atlanta | Atlanta, Georgia | DreamHack is where the gaming world comes to life. More than a festival, it’s a celebration of play, competition, and community — all under one roof. | https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/ | N/A | $69 (All Days) / $179 (VIP) | None | None | None | |
| 17 - 19 May | | Digital Dragons | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Krakow | Krakow, Poland | Digital Dragons is a comprehensive ecosystem for the games industry run by Krakow Technology Park on a local, national and international level. Digital Dragons is a community where everyone can expect support, regardless of the stage of their journey in the world of gamedev. | https://digitaldragons.pl/en/ | N/A | 279€ (Standard) / 699€ (VIP) | 749€ (Indie Booth) | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 21 May | | Dubai GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects 2026 | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | The latest two-day b2b conference in Dubai, celebrating the MENA games market as part of the GameExpo and Dubai Games Week. | https://www.pgconnects.com/dubaigameexposummit | N/A | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 24 May | | Morocco Gaming Expo NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Africa | Morocco | Rabat | Rabat, Morocco | Building upon the resounding success of its preceding editions, the Morocco Gaming Expo 2026 is firmly established as the premier, unmissable gathering for the entire spectrum of the Moroccan gaming industry, from dedicated enthusiasts to leading professionals and key stakeholders. | https://moroccogamingexpo.ma/en/home/ | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| 21 - 22 May | | XP Game Summit | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Join hundreds of video game professionals and companies for two days of business defining insights, networking, and deal making. Connect with global gaming professionals to forge connections, create business opportunities, share insights, and unlock the potential. | https://xpgamesummit.com/ | N/A | CA$355.85 (Standard) / CA$605.53 (VIP) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 24 May | | Momocon | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Georgia | Atlanta | Atlanta, Georgia | MomoCon brings together fans of Anime, American Animation, Comics, Video Games, and Tabletop Games to celebrate their passion by costuming / cosplay, browsing the huge exhibitors hall, meeting celebrity voice talent, designers, and writers behind shows, games, and comics and more. | https://www.momocon.com/ | N/A | $55 - $80 (Daily) / $65 (All Days) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 24 May | | PlayX4 NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | South Korea | Goyang | Goyang, South Korea | PlayX4 has become one of the biggest Game show in Korea. PlayX4 was first organised to support local game developers’ expansion into overseas market. | https://www.playx4.or.kr/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 22 - 24 May | | EGX | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | EGX will be at MCM Comic Con for 2025 to bring together these 2 events for one unforgettable weekend of pop culture and video games! We will have one ticket which will give you access to the show so no need to worry about extra tickets. | https://www.egx.net/global/en-gb.html | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | None | |
| 22 - 24 May | | BitSummit | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Kyoto | Kyoto, Japan | Established in 2012, BitSummit was founded with the goal of giving Japanese independent game makers a chance to show their games to the world. | https://bitsummit.org/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 30 May | | Norwich Games Festival | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Norwich | Norwich, United Kingdom | Norwich Games Festival brings together the magic of video games, tabletop gaming and physical games and activity. Whether you are an industry professional, educator, community or charity champion, hobbyist, trader, performer or linked to games in any other way we’d love to hear from you. | https://norwichgamesfestival.co.uk/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | None | |
| 26 - 27 May | | Video Game Bar Association - Northwest Summit | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Washington | Seattle | Seattle, Washington | The Northwest Summit, historically held in the fall, has swapped to summer. We host multiple summits in different regions, bringing together attorneys, business leaders, and industry experts for panels, CLE sessions, workshops, and focused discussions on emerging legal and business issues in gaming. | https://vgba.org/programs/#annual-summits | N/A | TBA | None | None | None | |
| 26 - 28 May | | Game AiCON NEW DATE | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | South Korea | Seoul | Seoul, South Korea | GAME AiCON 2026 is Asia’s B2B hub for game publishing and partnerships. We connect global professionals with indie studios for real business outcomes. 2026 marks GAME AiCON's second edition, and we are excited to bring you more networking opportunities, speakers, and games from around the world. | https://www.gameaicon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 29 May | | Nordic Game | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Malmö | Malmö, Sweden | Nordic Game is the leading games conference in Europe. Gathering thousands of industry professionals in the spring and autumn each year, Nordic Game is the one and only “home turf” meeting place for the highly successful game developers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. | https://nordicgame.com/ | N/A | 248€ | Per Request | GiN | None | |
| 27 May | | IndieGameBusiness Deep Dive: May Edition | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join IGB for a focused, one-day event unpacking the ins and outs of building strong publishing partnerships. | https://indiegamebusiness.com/resources/training/igb-deep-dive/ | N/A | Free | None | N/A | None | |
| 27 May | | PG Connects Summit Malmö 2026 | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Malmö | Malmö , Sweden | Pocket Gamer Connects focuses on connecting you with the right people from all sections of the games industry. We unite delegates across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered, from mobile, PC, and console to XR, web3, and AI technology. | https://www.pgconnects.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 28 May | | WN Growth Summit Limassol | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | The WN Growth Summit is a high-density gathering of top-tier game studios, publishers, designed to tackle the real, burning issues studios are facing right now — from surviving platform shifts to rethinking monetization strategies and game design. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/growth-summit-26 | N/A | TBA | None | WN Hub | None | |
| 29 May | | GDCy Fest | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | For some time now, we have been hosting GameDev events, and GDCy Fests from 2023 to 2025 were a huge success. We are excited to announce a GDCy Fest 2026 – our Open-Air seaside Cyprus Game Development conference, fashioned in the beloved GDCy style. | https://gdcy.eu/fest26/ | N/A | 99€ (Standard) / 399€ (VIP) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 30 May | | Expo Gamers NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Croatia | Opatija | Opatija, Croatia | Expo Gamers 2026 is set to bring top-tier industry players to the north Adriatic, and is becoming the region’s breakout event for meaningful connections and real conversations, featuring three dedicated program tracks (a VIP, business oriented and fans oriented), an exciting expo hall with Indie Zone, beer garden and exclusive networking opportunities - featuring MeetToMatch platform. | https://www.expogamers.com/ | N/A | 440€ (Standard) / 1130€ (VIP) / 30€ (Public) | N/A | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 29 - 30 May | | Game Access | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Brno | Brno, Czechia | We are Game Access. Every year, we unite thousands of creatives from all over the world. Together, under one roof, we are igniting gamedev passion and creating opportunities, together with the stars and heroes of our industry. | https://game-access.com/ | N/A | 210€ (Standard) / 355€ (Business) | 1300€ (B2B Booth) | Proprietary | None | |
| 30 - 31 May | | TwitchCon Europe NEW | 05 - MAY | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | We’re heading back to Rotterdam on May 30–31, 2026. Plan your trip now and look for tickets early next year. | https://www.twitchcon.com/ | N/A | TBA | None | N/A | None | |
| 2 - 3 Jun | | Indigo NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | INDIGO is the premier business event for the Benelux game industry, bringing together game developers, publishers, investors, and industry professionals for two days of networking, showcases, and knowledge sharing. | https://indigoshowcase.nl/ | N/A | 120€ | N/A | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 2 - 4 Jun | | Games Industry Law Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | Games Industry Law Summit is the annual conference for lawyers who actively practice in the international games industry, with counsels from over 200 studios and law firms spending 3 days together to discuss law in the context of interactive entertainment. | https://gameslawsummit.org/summit-berlin-2026/?ref=games-industry-law-summit.ghost.io | 360 | 1,700€ | None | None | None | |
| 4 Jun | | Games First | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Games First is about sharing and learning – meeting familiar and new faces in a safe environment free of the dreadful corporate networking atmosphere and sales pitches. Games First is a space to connect with peers in a friendly, non-salesy environment. An event by Supercell. | https://gamesfirst.supercell.com/ | N/A | Invite Only | None | None | None | |
| 4 Jun | | Games Growth Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Games Growth Summit will be back for 2026! Featuring keynotes, panels, and networking, this event aims to equip attendees with actionable strategies for sustainable growth, leveraging technology, funding, resilience, and community collaboration. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/games-growth-summit-tickets-1975766889954?aff=oddtdtcreator | N/A | £75 (Standard) / £125 (Vendor) | None | N/A | None | |
| 4 - 5 Jun | | Mythique Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Greece | Mykonos | Mykonos, Greece | Mythique Summit is bringing together 35–40 executives (70% tech, 30% business) in a unique environment that unites technical and business intellect in the radical setting of an island, creating the mind space for new ideas. | https://www.mythique-summit.com/ | 40 | Invite Only | None | None | None | |
| 5 Jun | | PitchYaGame #June Edition NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Pitching | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | To #PitchYaGame Live, simply post your elevator pitch with your best media attached when LIVE on any platform of your choosing… (that supports hashtags). | https://pitchyagame.com/ | N/A | Free | None | None | None | |
| 5 Jun | | XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Halifax | Halifax, Canada | XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic connects indie devs, business leaders, publishers, investors, and industry experts to forge partnerships, and create the opportunities that will drive business forward. Join us for a full day of video game networking and discussions. | https://xpgaming.biz/xp-game-connect-atlantic/ | N/A | CA$154 (Standard) / CA$205 (VIP) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 5 - 7 Jun | | CEGIS | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | Connect with industry leaders in one of Canada’s fastest growing esports hubs during the Battle of BC 8 weekend at the Vancouver Convention Centre, June 5-7 2026. | https://www.galint.gg/events/landing/cegis-2026 | N/A | CA$93 | None | N/A | N/A | |
| 8 - 9 Jun | | Dev.Play | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Romania | Bucharest | Bucharest, Romania | Join us for an exciting two-day event in downtown Bucharest. Dive into specialized content tracks, including the External Development Track, network, discover indie games from the region, hear from top voices in the industry. | https://dev-play.ro/ | 500+ | 140€ (Standard) / 490€ (VIP) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 10 Jun | | Gotland Game Conference NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Visby | Visby, Sweden | Gotland Game Conference takes place June 8th to 10th in beautiful Visby, on the island of Gotland, Sweden. This year, we celebrate our 20th Gotland Game Conference and our 25th year as a department of game education! | https://gotlandgameconference.com/2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 9 - 10 Jun | | GamesForum Hamburg | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | Gamesforum Hamburg is the only event dedicated to exploring the intersection of game genres, user acquisition, and ad monetization. This is where top publishers, developers, and mobile gaming experts come to explore what’s working—right now—for their genre. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/hamburg | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 11 Jun | | Liv Game Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Liverpool | Liverpool, United Kingdom | A full day of high-quality content designed to bring the North-West and wider UK's games industry together, facilitate high-level networking opportunities, share knowledge through expert talks, and support career development. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/liv-game-summit-2026-tickets-1976457550739 | N/A | £38 | None | N/A | None | |
| 11 - 17 Jun | | Toronto Games Week | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Toronto Games Week is a collective coordination of events organized independently by dozens of organizations, curators, companies, creators, and communities. | https://torontogamesweek.com/ | N/A | Various | N/A | None | None | |
| 12 - 14 Jun | | NarraScope | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | New York | Albany | Albany, New York | NarraScope is a conference that brings together the writers, developers, scholars, and players of interactive narrative. | https://narrascope.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 18 Jun | | DiGRA NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Ireland | Maynooth | Maynooth, Ireland | The 2026 DiGRA conference theme is Intersectional Pleasures. The theme invites a critical and celebratory exploration of how games (digital, analogue, and hybrid) enable, mediate, or restrict pleasure across lines of identity, genre, platforms, politics and more. | https://www.digraconference2026.com/ | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 16 Jun | | PG Connects Barcelona | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | PG Connects returns to Barcelona. We’ll assemble 1,000+ games industry professionals to discuss, exchange, and connect on all things mobile, PC, console, AI, web3, and html5 within the exquisite surroundings of this major European cultural and tech hub. | https://www.pgconnects.com/barcelona/ | 1000+ | TBA | Per Request | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 15 - 19 Jun | | Artificial Intelligence and Games NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Netherlands | Leiden | Leiden, Netherlands | This summer school offers an unparalleled deep dive into AI and Machine Learning for games. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or industry professional, this is your chance to explore the future of AI in gaming with world-class experts. | https://school.gameaibook.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 15 - 22 Jun | | Steam Next Fest: June | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | Steam | Virtual | Steam | Play what's next, choose from dozens of livestreams to watch, and chat with developers about their games in this week-long celebration. | https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest | N/A | Free | N/A | Steam | None | |
| 16 - 17 Jun | | BGD - The Nordic Executive Summit | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Mossbylund | Mossbylund, Sweden | BGD is a leaders’ circle of trust and an invite-only annual gathering in the Nordics, bringing together studio leaders and thought leaders from the games industry in a personal, genuine, and trusted environment. BGD provides a unique platform for reflection, discussion, and connection. | https://bornholmgamedays.com/#start | 50 | Invite Only | None | None | None | |
| 16 - 18 Jun | | Unreal Fest - Chicago | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Illinois | Chicago | Chicago, Illinois | Taking place June 16-18 in The Windy City, this will be our flagship Unreal Fest for 2026—and where we’ll broadcast the State of Unreal and announce the latest news on Unreal Engine, Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), and the Epic ecosystem. | https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/feed?tags=events | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun | | DevGAMM Gdańsk | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Gdańsk | Gdańsk, Poland | B2B conference uniting game industry pros from Poland, the Baltics, and beyond. This time, we’re kicking off the summer together. | https://devgamm.com/gdansk2026/ | N/A | $300 (Standard) / $700 (VIP) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun | | Game Camp NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Lille | Lille, France | During these 2 days, game developers will benefit from the feedback of notorious speakers from the industry in our 5 categories, share structuring subjects, meet their peers, schedule meetings, and access a pool of experts in different fields of activity.) | https://gamecamp.fr/en/home/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun | | NAGIS NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Edmonton | Edmonton, Canada | The North American Games Industry Summit (NAGIS) Powered By Xsolla is a purpose-built B2B experience designed to strengthen and accelerate the North American games and technology ecosystem. | https://nagis.ca/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun | | Serious Play Europe | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Germany | Mainz | Mainz, Germany | This inaugural gathering marks an exciting new chapter for Serious Play. Expect workshops, presentations, and opportunities to network & connect with colleagues from across Europe and beyond in a setting that embodies both tradition and forward-thinking energy. | https://seriousplayconf.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 21 Jun | | Game Con Canada NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Canada | Edmonton | Edmonton, Canada | Game Con Canada is a 3 day celebration of gaming and community, welcoming fans of all ages and backgrounds to come together under one roof. Attendees will have the opportunity to play hundreds of games from game & board Game studios. | https://gameconcanada.com/ | N/A | TBA | $37.80CAD (Daily) / $90.72CAD (All Days) | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Jun | | Immersive Tech Week | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | The ambition for ITW has grown—and so has the need for a format that gives room to that ambition. By moving to June 2026, we’re aligning with international calendars, deepening our partnerships, and giving ourselves the time and space to shape something truly new. Former VR Days Europe. | https://www.immersivetechweek.co | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 25 - 26 Jun | | Portside Game Assembly | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | Portside Game Assembly is a new kind of B2B event where visionaries from the indie game scene meet in an unconventional setting on a ship to exchange on strategies, get inspiration and make contacts that really matter. | https://portsideassembly.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 25 - 27 Jun | | GiC Katowice | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Katowice | Katowice, Poland | You asked for GIC to arrive sooner (sunnier?)… We hear you! See you in Katowice. | https://gic.gd/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 28 Jun | | Into Games NEW DATE | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Ostrava | Ostrava, Czechia | Ostrava is known for great music festivals like Colours Of Ostrava or Beats For Love and since 2026 will be known also for our awesome Game Dev Conference! So, what to expect? | https://www.intogames.eu/ | N/A | 185€ | None | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 30 Jun | | Global Games Show NEW DATE | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Middle East | Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | The Global Games Show Riyadh 2026 is set to redefine the future of gaming as the ultimate B2B Gaming Festival. It will bring together the leading voices in gaming, including game studios and publishers, investors, tech providers, and IP owners. A Global AI Show Riyadh 2026 is happening paralel to this event in the same venue. | https://www.globalgamesshow.com/riyadh/ | 10,000 | $399 (Standard), $1799 (VIP), Free (Visitor) | None | N/A | None | |
| 11 - 12 Jul | | Glasgow Indie Games Fest NEW | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Scotland | Glasgow | Glasgow, Scotland | The Glasgow Independent Games Festival is an all day event. We’ll have a bumper set of indie games for you to play, from some of the most talented developers around. | https://glasgowindiegamesfest.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 16 Jul | | Develop Brighton | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Brighton | Brighton, United Kingdom | Develop:Brighton is the only event in the UK that brings the entire game-making industry together - from global superstars to micro indies, to learn from each other, share ideas and experiences, network and do business in a friendly and inclusive environment. | https://www.developconference.com/ | 5000+ | £695 (Standard) | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 17 - 19 Jul | | High Performance Graphics NEW | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | HPG 2026 will be co-located with SIGGRAPH in Los Angeles on July 17-19, 2026. | https://www.highperformancegraphics.org/2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 23 Jul | | SIGGRAPH | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | The Premier Conference & Exhibition on Computer Graphics & Interactive Techniques. | https://s2026.siggraph.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 22 Jul | | Games for Change Festival | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | NY | New York | New York, NY | This year, we're exploring "Reimagining Play"—how play has evolved beyond games into a living, evolving force for change. Experience two days of keynotes, workshops, awards, and networking that showcase play's impact across education, health, civic engagement, and social innovation. | https://festival.gamesforchange.org/ | N/A | $625 (Standard) / $1000 (VIP) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 22 - 24 Jul | | CEDEC NEW | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Japan | Yokohama | Yokohama, Japan | CEDEC is an annual event that is held over three days and features approximately 200 sessions in seven fields: engineering, production, visual arts, business & production, sound, game design, and academic/fundamental technology. | https://cedec.cesa.or.jp/2026/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 24 - 26 Jul | | Philippine GameDev Expo (PGDX) | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Philippines | Manila | Manila, Philippines | The Philippine Game Dev Expo (PGDX) was a groundbreaking event that united the gaming industry and showcased the wealth of talent within the Filipino gaming community. It featured engaging panels, a vibrant indie game scene, international exhibitors, and a wide range of events and activities. | https://www.pgdx.ph/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 30 Jul | | Save The Games | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | New York | Rochester | Rochester, New York | The purpose of the symposium is not only to share knowledge but also to cultivate relationships among key contributors in game preservation in order to further the collective work of preserving our digital play heritage. | https://www.museumofplay.org/save-the-games-a-digital-preservation-symposium/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | None | |
| 30 Jul | | PG Connects Summit Shanghai | 07 - JUL | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | West Meet East, East Meet West and maximise your ChinaJoy Week. PG Connects Summit Shanghai marks an exciting new chapter for the b2b conference series. | https://www.pgconnects.com/shanghai/ | 500 | TBA | Per request | MeetToMatch | None | |
| 30 Jul - 2 Aug | | Gen Con | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Indiana | Indianapolis | Indianapolis, Indiana | Gen Con, the largest and longest-running tabletop gaming convention in North America, saw more than 71,000 gamers flock to downtown Indianapolis, setting an all-time attendance record for the annual event. | https://www.gencon.com/ | N/A | $83+ (Daily) / $164 (All Days) / $302 (Business) | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 31 Jul - 3 Aug | | ChinaJoy NEW | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | The 23rd China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference (ChinaJoy), themed "Level Up With AI", will be held at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. As one of the most well-known and influential industry annual events in the field of games and digital entertainment in the world. | https://en.chinajoy.net/#/englishPage/englishHome?language=En& | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 2 Aug | | Game Sound Summit NEW | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | South America | Puerto Rico | San Juan | San Juan, Puerto Rico | During two days of seminars, panels and presentations, you’ll learn all you need to know in order to begin your career as a video game composer or sound designer. Game Sound Summit offers in-depth information valuable to professional composers, musicians and game developers. | https://www.triviumstudiospr.com/gamesoundsummit | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 5 - 7 Aug | | Serious Play Conference | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | North America | North Carolina | Durham | Durham, North Carolina | Explore how the power of play, games and gamification are transforming education, training, and knowledge mobilization. Experience interactive sessions, compelling speakers, and cutting-edge research. This is where learning and innovation come to play. | https://seriousplayconf.com/homepage/ | N/A | $350 (Developer) / $750 (Vendor) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 13 Aug | | Foundations of Digital Games | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | Following the successful conferences FDG’24 in Worchester, MA and FDG’25 in Vienna and Graz, we are happy to announce the 21st annual Foundations of Digital Games conference FDG’26 in Copenhagen. | https://fdg2026.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 16 Aug | | BIC Festival | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | South Korea | Busan | Busan, South Korea | The Busan IndieConnect Festival began in 2015 and is a global indie game festival held every year in Busan, where you can meet indie games of various ideas and genres from indie games that were usually difficult to access. | https://bicfest.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Aug | | gamescom dev | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | In 2026, the event will take place on August 23-25 in Cologne, Germany. Additional to two days of conference with keynotes, talks, roundtables and workshops held be internatial industry experts, gamescom dev will also feature a business expo, online and onsite matchmaking, side events, parties and activities, the indie expo and more. | https://dev.gamescom.global/ | N/A | TBA | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 30 Aug | | gamescom | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Gamescom is a trade fair for video games held annually at the Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. The destroyer of E3. | https://www.gamescom.global/en | 300.000+ | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 28 - 30 Aug | | PokémonXP | 08 - AUG | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | Califonia | San Francisco | San Francisco, Califonia | Come join a celebration of community and all things Pokémon as you enjoy featured panels, unique workshops, special guests, exclusive merchandise, and so much more at the first event of its kind. PokémonXP will take place at the same time as the 2026 Pokémon World Championships. | https://pokemonxp.com/en-us | N/A | $120 | N/A | None | None | |
| 2 Sep | | Seattle Indies Slice | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Washington | Seattle | Seattle, Washington | Seattle Loves Indie Creators Expo is a B2B event to celebrate and empower developers and leaders to build and grow studios. Whether you’re leading a tiny team, guiding a growing studio, or looking to level up, SLICE brings professionals for a day packed with networking, insights, and connections. | https://seattleslice.org/ | 850 | $150 | $800 | GiN | 25% off to everyone on our Discord: https://discord.gg/join-seattle-indies | |
| 4 - 7 Sep | | PAX West | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Washington | Seattle | Seattle, Washington | PAX West is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. | https://west.paxsite.com/en-us.html | N/A | TBA | Per Request | N/A | None | |
| 7 - 8 Sep | | GamesForum London | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Gamesforum London offers a focused, high-value environment for learning and connection. Whether you're scaling your game, optimizing revenue, or staying ahead of the latest market trends, Gamesforum London will enable you to successfully and sustainably scale your mobile games. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/london | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 9 Sep | | Live Service Gaming Summit - Europe | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The inaugural Live Service Gaming Summit brought over 250+ gaming publishers, live ops professionals, tech innovators to dive into the future of live service gaming. This event served as a game-changer for attendees not only to network but to explore how live service gaming can deliver real value. | https://www.iqpc.com/events-live-service-gaming-summit | 250+ | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 8 - 11 Sep | | XDS | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | The only annual, international games industry event with the primary focus on advancing external development. | https://xdsummit.com/ | N/A | $1295 | Per request | Proprietary | None | |
| 12 - 13 Sep | | BlizzCon | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | California | Anaheim | Anaheim, California | BlizzCon is back! BlizzCon brings us together over our shared passion for Blizzard’s universes, but at its heart, BlizzCon has always been about so much more. | https://blizzcon.com/en-gb | N/A | $289.99 | N/A | None | None | |
| 17 - 21 Sep | | Tokyo Game Show | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | Held annually in the Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, the Tokyo Game Show focuses on Japanese games, but also welcomes international game developers. The 2026 edition will run for 5 days for the first time. | https://tgs.cesa.or.jp/en | 300,000+ | TBA | N/A | Proprietary | None | |
| 21 - 23 Sep | | DICE Europe NEW | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Greece | Athens | Athens, Greece | The next iteration of D.I.C.E. Europe will take place in Athens, Greece from September 21 to 23, 2026. Registration and hotel details will be announced soon. | https://www.diceeurope.org/ | 200 | TBA | None | Proprietary | None | |
| 22 - 25 Sep | | Game Devs of Color Expo | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Game Devs of Color (GDoC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to amplifying and empowering developers of color in the gaming industry. | https://www.gamedevsofcolor.org/ | 1000+ | TBA | N/A | Swapcard | None | |
| 23 - 24 Sep | | NEXUS Games Conference | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ireland | Dublin | Dublin, Ireland | NEXUS Games Summit brings together thought-leaders and professionals for two days of insightful discussions, high-value networking, and exclusive events. | https://nexusdublin.ie/ | 400 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 26 - 27 Sep | | Warhammer Conference | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Germany | Frankfurt | Frankfurt, Germany | The world's first academic conference dedicated to all things Warhammer. The third annual Warhammer Conference, which will take place on the weekend of 26th–27th September 2026 at the Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS). | https://warhammer-conference.com/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | None | |
| 30 Sep | | IndieGameBusiness Sessions | 09 - SEP | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Expand your knowledge and connections at IndieGameBusiness® Sessions. The industry’s longest running video game conference for publishers and developers. | https://indiegamebusiness.com/resources/training/conference/ | N/A | TBA | None | N/A | None | |
| 2 - 4 Oct | | MonteGames | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Monte Negro | Tivat | Tivat, Monte Negro | MonteGames is a love letter to the early days of game-dev gatherings when conferences were intimate, craft-driven, and built around the people rather than the production. A place where conversations lasted longer, friendships formed faster, and the passion for making games sat at the center. | https://www.montegames.me/ | 550 | 19.99€ (Standard) / 1199.99€ (VIP) | None | None | None | |
| 6 - 8 Oct | | Games Industry Law Summit On Tour | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Porto | Porto, Portugal | With the previous editions of On Tour, we’ve explored Poland, Cyprus & Italy. This time, we engage with Portugal – the nascent western hub of the European games industry. Summit On Tour IV runs in Porto. | https://gameslawsummit.org/summit-on-tour-4/ | 200 | 1000€ | None | None | None | |
| 7 - 8 Oct | | Mobidictum Conference | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | Get ready for the biggest gaming industry event in the region! Mobidictum Conference has become a must-attend event for game creators and businesses. The Mobidictum Conference connects global gaming professionals to discuss industry trends, network, and explore the latest innovations. | https://mobidictum.com/events/ | 1000+ | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 13 - 14 Oct | | PG Connects Nordics | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Welcome to the biggest b2b games event in the Nordics – and our biggest PGC Helsinki yet! Pocket Gamer Connects focuses on connecting you with the right people from all sections of the games industry. | https://www.pgconnects.com/helsinki/ | 1500 | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 15 Oct | | Game Republic New Horizons | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Middlesbrough | Middlesbrough, United Kingdom | Flagship conference & expo focused on future opportunities, markets and skills with global speakers from studios, publishers and platforms. The games industry flagship event in The North focusing on the future returns and will be supported by Tees Valley Combined Authority. | https://gamerepublic.net/ | N/A | £119 (Standard) / £299 (VIP) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 17 - 18 Oct | | GameDev Connect | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Czechia | Brno | Brno, Czechia | An event designed for all current game developers and especially newcomers, looking to break into one of the most exciting industries in the world. Listen to lectures by seasoned developers, meet future colleagues at the booths of leading game studios and try out new titles from independent teams. | https://game-connect.cz/ | N/A | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 26 Oct | | Steam Next Fest: October | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | Steam | Virtual | Steam | Play what's next, choose from dozens of livestreams to watch, and chat with developers about their games in this week-long celebration. | https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest | N/A | Free | N/A | Steam | None | |
| 20 - 21 Oct | | GameSoundCon | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Burbank | Burbank, California | GameSoundCon is hybrid! Casual to AAA, big studio to indie -- For composers, sound designers, dialogue specialists, researchers, educators and others who want to keep up with the cutting edge in video game sound, music, dialogue and technology. | https://www.gamesoundcon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 24 Oct | | GiC | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Poznan | Poznan, Poland | Same conference, but different. GiC in Poznan is moving one day earlier, the summit’s dat will be moved to Wed, the core conference will be Thu - Sat and we will abandon Sun. | https://gic.gd/ | N/A | 270€ (Standard) / 980€ (VIP) | None | N/A | None | |
| 22 - 25 Oct | | Spiel Essen | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Germany | Essen | Essen, Germany | We are the world's largest public fair for board games and bring together passionate game fans with national and international exhibitors in Germany in the heart of the Ruhr area. Here you can discover new titles from all over the world, enjoy the company of other gamers & play as much as you want. | https://www.spiel-essen.de/en/ | N/A | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Oct | | Poznan Game Arena | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Poland | Poznan | Poznan, Poland | Poznań Game Arena is the largest computer, console, and multimedia entertaiment fair in Central and Eastern Europe, organized both for the industry and individual visitors. PGA has almost 20 years of history, which we have built together with over 600,000 Polish and foreign game fans. | https://gamearena.pl/en | N/A | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 23 - 25 Oct | | GameOn | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Lithuania | Vilnius | Vilnius, Lithuania | GameOn is a unique setup for the region. We combine the biggest Baltic B2C games expo, a conference, and high-quality B2B events for entertainment industries of the future. GameOn always strives to innovate, grow, and amaze! | https://www.gameon.lt/go/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 29 - 31 Oct | | Game Days | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Slovakia | Kosice | Kosice, Slovakia | Game Days is a boutique gaming conference where industry experts share valuable insights, talent and indie developers connect with key partners, and creatives come together in an inspiring, inclusive, and collaborative environment. | https://gamedays.sk/ | 1000 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 29 Oct - 1 Nov | | gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show | 10 - OCT | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Thailand | Bangkok | Bangkok, Thailand | This merger brings together two powerhouse events, creating the biggest B2B2C platform for the games industry in Southeast Asia and one of the biggest in the world. Get ready for an expansive business area, an industry gaming conference, and an exciting entertainment area. | https://gamescom.asia/ | N/A | TBA | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 2 - 3 Nov | | Video Game Bar Association - LA Summit | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | This is the VGBA’s Premier Event. Our LA Summit is the definitive conference for international practitioners of interactive entertainment law. Swapping to the fall for 2026, this event draws the largest audience of in-house counsel from game publishers and developers. | https://vgba.org/programs/#annual-summits | N/A | TBA | None | None | None | |
| 5 - 8 Nov | | Games Ground | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | Games Ground brings consumers and the industry together for a constructive exchange on an equal footing. Formerly known as Business Ground, our Business Days are back with more curated talks, panels, and workshops, diving deeper into the craft of game development. | https://www.gamesground.de/ | 6.000+ | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 6 Nov | | PitchYaGame #November Edition NEW | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Pitching | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | To #PitchYaGame Live, simply post your elevator pitch with your best media attached when LIVE on any platform of your choosing… (that supports hashtags). | https://pitchyagame.com/ | N/A | Free | None | None | None | |
| 7 - 8 Nov | | AdventureX | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | AdventureX is the UK's only convention dedicated to narrative-driven gaming. Since 2011, AdventureX has been bringing together developers & gamers with a passion for interactive storytelling. | https://www.adventurexpo.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 11 Nov | | MIGS | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Montreal | Montreal, Canada | MIGS connects game publishers, investors, developers, and service providers for two days of global networking, expert speakers and panels, as well as a dedicated exhibit space featuring an indie game showcase. | https://migs.biz/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 13 - 15 Nov | | TwitchCon San Diego NEW | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | California | San Diego | San Diego, California | Join us in San Diego on November 13-15, 2026. Mark your calendars for the biggest weekend of the year. | https://www.twitchcon.com/ | N/A | TBA | None | N/A | None | |
| 14 - 22 Nov | | Dutch Game Week | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Netherlands | Breda | Breda, Netherlands | 7 days, 14 locations, 1 city buzzing with the world of play. | https://dutchgameweek.nl/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 20 Nov | | CiGA Developer Conference | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | CiGA Developer Conference (CIGADC) is a conference organized by CiGA for game developers and game industry practitioners that covers design, visuals, programming, narrative, platform, marketing and more. | https://www.cigadc.com/english | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 20 - 22 Nov | | CEEGS (DiGRA CEE) | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Poland | Warsaw | Warsaw, Poland | CEEGS, the Central and Eastern European Games Studies Conference, is the annual conference of the DiGRA Central and Eastern Europe chapter dedicated to exploring various aspects of games, including digital, analog, and hybrid formats, as well as the cultural and social contexts in which they exist. | https://ceegs.fsv.cuni.cz/ceegs-2026/ | N/A | TBA | None | N/A | None | |
| 21 - 22 Nov | | WePlay Expo | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | WePlay is the biggest indie game exhibition in China. This is a fantastic game festival with high-quality indie games, 3A games, cultural content and experiences from around the world! | https://www.weplaymore.com/english | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 27 - 29 Nov | | Milan Games Week | 11 - NOV | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Italy | Milan | Milan, Italy | Milan Games Week & Cartoomics is Italy's largest consumer show dedicated to gaming, esports and pop culture in all its nuances, from comics, fantasy fiction, role-playing and board games to cinema, entertainment, and cosplayers. | https://www.milangamesweek.it/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 3 Dec | | Kingdom of Gaming NEW | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | The inaugural Kingdom of Gaming – Saudia Arabia’s first world-class game creation ecosystem – will open its doors in Riyadh from 1 - 3 December 2026. Event organized by Informa (GDC Festival) and it will happen alongside BlackHat MEA 2026 cybersecurity gathering. 20,000 guests, 300 exhibitors and sponsors and 500 participating studios and developers are expected. | https://www.einpresswire.com/article/872783372/kingdom-of-gaming-to-land-in-riyadh-in-december-2026 | 20,000 | TBA | TBA | N/A | None | |
| 1 - 4 Dec | | SIGGRAPH Asia NEW | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | SIGGRAPH Asia 2026 will mark a new milestone as it takes place in Kuala Lumpur for the first time, expanding the conference’s footprint and welcoming fresh perspectives. This edition promises to enrich our community by fostering new connections and enhancing the experience for all attendees. | https://asia.siggraph.org/2025/about-the-event/siggraph-asia-2026/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 4 - 6 Dec | | PAX Unplugged | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Unplugged is a tabletop gaming-focused event specifically tailored to lovers of board games, RPGs, miniatures, cards, and more. Featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, tournaments, and a community experience. | https://unplugged.paxsite.com/ | N/A | TBA | Per request | N/A | None | |
| 9 Dec | | IndieGameBusiness Deep Dive: December Edition | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join IGB for a focused, one-day event unpacking the ins and outs of game marketing that works. | https://indiegamebusiness.com/resources/training/igb-deep-dive/ | N/A | Free | None | N/A | None | |
| 10 Dec | | The Game Awards | 12 - DEC | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Showcase | North America | California | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, California | The Game Awards recognizes and upholds creative and technical excellence in the global video game industry. | https://thegameawards.com/ | N/A | TBA | None | None | None | |
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| 8 - 11 Jan | | Super MAGFest | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Maryland | National Harbor | National Harbor, Maryland | Join us at the Gaylord from January 8-11, 2026—plug in, suit up, and dash headfirst into a long weekend full of nonstop music, games, and maybe even a hidden upgrade or two. | https://super.magfest.org/ | N/A | $125 | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 19 - 20 Jan | | PG Connects London | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The largest independent b2b conference for the UK games industry, now in its 12th year, with extra space at the nearby Barbican, and featuring additional elements such as the Pocket Gamer Awards. | https://www.pgconnects.com/london/ | N/A | £780 (Standard) / £1500 (VIP) | £540 (Indie Table) | MeetToMatch | GAMECONFLDN (10% off) | |
| 26 Jan - 1 Feb | | Global Game Jam | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Game Jam | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | During the 2025 jam, our community of 35,371 jammers created a jaw-dropping 12,098 games (+20% than last year) across 795 participating sites from 97 countries. Global Game Jam will return in 2026. | https://globalgamejam.org/ | N/A | Free | None | None | None | |
| 27 - 29 Jan | | Umeå Game Conference | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Umeå | Umeå, Sweden | Umeå Game Conference 2026 by Agora Gaming Partners is designed to elevate game businesses and foster cross-border collaboration, offering a platform for developers to pitch their top projects and connect with key decision-makers. | https://ugconf.se/ | N/A | 1440 SEK | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 29 Jan | | Leadership Day | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ireland | Dublin | Dublin, Ireland | Leadership Day is a curated gathering for the Irish games industry, to discuss studio culture, driving high performance in teams, and to reflect on our personal journeys and values as leaders. It is a day to invest in learning and growth. | https://leadershipday.ie/ | N/A | €40 | None | None | None | |
| 29 - 30 Jan | | Asia Pacific Game Summit (APGS) | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei | Taipei, Taiwan | Asia Pacific Game Summit (APGS) dedicates to promoting Taiwan’s gaming industry, with the aim of expanding opportunities for international exchange among experts. Organized by Taipei Computer Association. | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/apgs/index.php?lang=e | N/A | Free | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 29 Jan - 1 Feb | | Taipei Game Show | 01 - JAN | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei City | Taipei City, Taiwan | Taipei Game Show 2025 Concludes with Nearly 370,000 Visitors Over Four Days Next Edition Scheduled for January 29, 2026 | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/?p=index_e | 370000 | NT$ 250 (Public) / NT$500 (Industry) | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 3 - 5 Feb | | GameDev Summit | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Philippines | Clark | Clark, Philippines | GameDev Summit (GDS) is an International Video Game Industry summit where studios, developers, and advocates come together to connect, innovate, and advance in one of the most stunning destinations in the world - Boracay, Philippines. | https://www.gamedevsummit.co | N/A | $784 (SOLD OUT) | TBA | N/A | none | |
| 6 Feb | | Game Anglia Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Suffolk | Suffolk, United Kingdom | Our annual festival celebrating the East of England's video games industry returns on Friday 6 February 2026 at University of Suffolk! A day filled with inspiring talks, independent game developers and educational institutions. | https://www.gameanglia.co.uk/festival/ | N/A | £15 | Via showcase | N/A | None |
| DEADLINE | EVENT | SUBMISSION FEE | EVENT DATE | STATUS | TYPE | REGION | LOCATION | WEBSITE | DESCRIPTION | STATUS | TYPE | ||
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| 5 Jan | | Courage XL | €200 after acceptance | 8 Mar | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase | North America | San Francisco, CA | https://courage.events/apply-for-courage-xl/ | We bring game professionals together: over a drink, over a demo build, over a shared love for games. Courage keeps it casual. Think more ‘chill bar energy’ and less ‘hectic expo chaos’. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 5 Jan |  | Dames 4 Games 2026 Spring Showcase | Free | TBA Mar | CLOSED | Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclj2OWdSWrpEJJYaASUnu9SBfESFx2T5QWY623BnWW-jNUHw/viewform | We’re getting ready for something special this March at Dames 4 Games! In partnership with WINGS and Women-Led Games, we’re hosting a showcase dedicated to celebrating women and femmes across the games industry. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 5 Jan |  | Games Finance Market | £349 (After Acceptance) | 14 – 15 Apr | CLOSED | Networking Funding | Europe | London, UK | https://festival.games.london/gfm/registration | The Games Finance Market is the UK’s largest curated B2B initiative, taking place every year during the London Games Festival. This event connects established games businesses and new games start-ups with investors, publishers and platforms. | CLOSED | Networking | |
| 5 Jan | | Steam Next Fest: February 2026 | Free | 23 Feb – 2 Mar | CLOSED | Steam Showcase | North America | Steam | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2026february | Steam Next Fest: February 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, Steam Next Fest is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 7 Jan | | BitSummit EXTENDED | ¥2,750 | 22 – 24 May | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase | Asia | Kyoto, Japan | https://bs-entry-system.com/en/ | The Japan Independent Games Association (JIGA) announces the holding of “BitSummit PUNCH,” Japan’s largest indie game festival, to be held at Miyako Messe. This form is for developers considering exhibiting their games at the event. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 9 Jan |  | gamescom LATAM BIG Festival | Free | 30 Apr – 3 May, 2026 | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase Awards | South America | São Paulo, Brazil | https://latam.gamescom.global/en/big-festival-en/ | We select the 90 best and most innovative games from around the world, making them available first-hand for the public to play. Furthermore, we are the main platform for the release of new games from Latin America to the world. Since 2024, the BIG Festival takes place inside gamescom latam. | CLOSED | Awards, Showcase | |
| 9 Jan |  | Indie Fan Fest | $600 (After Acceptance) | TBA Feb | CLOSED | Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | Virtual | https://indiefanfest.com/ | Indie Fan Fest is a new curated showcase from The MIX and Digital Bandidos, presenting new game reveals, world premiere trailers, and more for unreleased indie games launching with demos in the upcoming Steam Next Fest. The next edition is planned to air prior to February 2026 Steam Next Fest. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 12 Jan |  | London Games Festival Official Selection | £349 (After Acceptance) | 16 – 17 Apr | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | London, UK | https://festival.games.london/official-selection/registration | Every year, the Games London team curates a list of upcoming games, from all types of developers across all formats, representing the most exciting titles to come. These selected games are highlighted through in-person showcases, a social media presence, and a prominent Steam campaign. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 18 Jan |  | Awesome Con – Indie Game Showcase | Free | 13 – 15 Mar | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase | North America | Washington DC | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc47Vfltb7LTLezZbZPj-S8ReP7Ry62L-9jFlJS1sXvrHvm9Q/viewform | The Indie Game Showcase is dedicated to bringing indie titles to the masses and providing the unique opportunity for players to interact directly with the developers creating games for both modern and retro hardware. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 23 Jan |  | MIX – Spring Game Showcase | $600 (After acceptance) | 9 Mar | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | San Francisco, CA / Steam | https://mediaindieexchange.com/showcases/spring-game-showcase-2026 | The MIX + Kinda Funny. We’re working together to help raise visibility for developers and publishers from around the world through online and in person formats, including a Steam event page | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 26 Jan |  | Future Games Show: Spring Showcase | Free | 12 Mar | CLOSED | Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | Virtual | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/take-part | The Future Games Show will return in 2026 with three exciting shows: FGS Spring Showcase (March). The showcase will be followed up by FGS Live from GDC, featuring: more EXCLUSIVE trailers, Live GDC show updates & in-depth dev interviews. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 31 Jan |  | Indie Pearls Awards | Free | 24 Feb | CLOSED | Awards | Europe | Virtual | https://indiepearlsawards.com/submit-your-trailer/ | We invite you to submit your trailer for the Indie Pearls Awards 2025 ceremony! Your trailer has the chance to be showcased during the event, which is scheduled for February 24th. To participate, kindly complete the submission form by January 31st. | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 1 Feb | | A Maze Awards | 50€ | 13 – 16 May | CLOSED | Awards | Europe | Berlin, Germany | https://2026.award.amaze-berlin.de/ | A MAZE./ is looking for works pushing the medium of playful arts – fully finished works, demos, experiments, interactive performances, installations, alternative controllers, immersive theater or prototypes are welcomed! | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 2 Feb |  | Games For Change Festival – Awards | $75 | 21 – 22 Jul | CLOSED | Awards | North America | New York, NY | https://festival.gamesforchange.org/2026-awards-categories#award-descriptions | The annual G4C Awards celebrate the year’s best games and immersive experiences that transcend traditional entertainment, championing social impact, fostering learning, and pushing the boundaries of interactive media. | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 14 Feb |  | The Pavs Game Awards | Free | 9 May | CLOSED | Awards | Australia | Wellington, Australia | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHbaTyk4UloTVfAbmkJrwf1LpU77CPSqwC-rkaF30vvMdLzg/viewform | Our goal is to bring together a selection of the finest games produced in New Zealand and Oceania! So if you’re a Kiwi, an Aussie or from elsewhere in Oceania and have a board game, card game, videogame, alt ctrl game, or any other kind of game that you’re proud of, then please let us know about it! | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 19 Feb |  | Secret Sauce Showcase | Free | 18 – 19 Jul | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | Steam | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd30mqYFE0Cizik9IPrweMRUldO3Qn2sv2BN1Hx4CSZob7WBw/viewform | We’re celebrating all things indie gaming with another year of the Secret Sauce Showcase! offbrand games and Open Sauce are coming back in 2026 to highlight dozens of exciting upcoming indie games across a variety of sizes, genres, and vibes. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 28 Feb |  | Cerebral Puzzle Showcase | Free | 28 May – 4 Jun | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | Steam | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScavs8C0mbUABk-6uP1BLaOCeSgLGYB9kNtjqfgVxlH1rwq5w/viewform | The Cerebral Puzzle Showcase is returning in 2026. Use this form to submit your games for inclusion in the showcase. Please note that the showcase is highly curated, so submitting this form will not guarantee that your game will be able to take part. We will contact you when we have made a decision. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 28 Feb |  | Story Rich Showcase | Free | 5 – 7 Jun | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | Virtual | Virtual / Steam | https://www.fellowtraveller.games/story-rich-showcase | The Story-Rich Showcase is for indie games that center story, storytelling, or deeper narrative design. If you’re working on a game like this, and have an announcement to make in June 2026, then please submit your game for consideration for inclusion using the submission form. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 12 Mar |  | NYX Game Awards 2026 | $250 (Early) – $310 (Late) | 8 May | OPEN | Awards | Europe | Virtual | https://nyxgameawards.com/ | Calling game developers, publishers, marketers, agencies, and all parties contributing to game creation worldwide. The 2026 NYX Game Awards is now open for submissions. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 14 Mar |  | Thinky Direct | Free | 31 May | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCuz1qebF00YV6mFIDvR1yRCwFwQnDetSGjDizlIBRGfQ53Q/viewform | The Thinky Direct is a 30-60 minute digital livestream event, all about showcasing amazing upcoming thinky games – games that are generally about solving puzzles and careful reasoning, rather than fast reflexes or dexterity. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 15 Mar |  | Second Wind Games Showcase NEW | Free | 23 Apr | OPEN | Showcase | Virtual | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHksGGgPXUOOYmt8xz6gyPir60u6K-G9_JdJ9D66vkTBL2IQ/viewform | Second Wind is excited to put on our first ever games showcase event on April 23, 2026. We have long supported games discovery in the industry and we’re excited to once again host a showcase focused on introducing players to new games from all around the world, and the people who make them. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 15 Mar | | Serious Play Awards NEW | $200 – $400 | 5 – 7 Aug | OPEN | Awards | North America | Durham, North Carolina | https://seriousplayconf.com/awards/ | The International Serious Play Awards recognize exceptional gameful products that harness the power of play and games to advance education, training, and meaningful real-world impact. Submissions are welcome from professional studios, training teams, uni teams, nonprofits, and student creators. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 15 Mar |  | TactiCon NEW | Free | 1 Jul | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Europe | Steam | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRZEn1Of66mAuRSsd2_2uD26njzAI12j_tzNO1orD6KQRUEQ/viewform | This year, TactiCon will now have a focus on games that involve tactics meaning submissions cannot be purely peaceful building, management games, puzzle games, or similar. Hosted on Steam in mid-July 2026 by Firesquid and Hooded Horse. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 1 Apr |  | INDIGO NEW | 350€ | 2 – 3 Jun | OPEN | On-Site Showcase | Europe | Rotterdam, Netherlands | https://indigoshowcase.nl/discover/ | The 17th edition of the INDIGO Game Showcase & Conference will take place on June 2nd & 3rd in Rotterdam. Are you a game developer and do you want to showcase your game at one of the iconic INDIGO arcade cabinets? Fill in this form and get a chance to be selected! | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 3 Apr |  | Develop: Star Awards NEW | Free | 15 Jul | OPEN | Awards | Europe | Brighton, United Kingdom | https://www.developconference.com/awards | The Develop:Star Awards recognise the very best games and talent within the industry with categories that enable studios of every size to shine. These awards are all about the game dev community celebrating the creative excellence of the game makers behind the best games of the previous 12 months. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 24 Apr |  | Games Capital Summit @ Nordic Game | Conference Pass | 26 May | OPEN | Networking Funding | Europe | Malmö, Sweden | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXlleHyLtgVNS_Kky0PbPi7tSO8en_JDKvM02cNh9u7O17Wg/viewform | Entrepreneurs seeking funding for their company based on an opportunity in the game sector are welcome to apply. Our summit is focused on equity funding, which means that the investors are interested in funding companies directly, in exchange for an equity stake and voting stock. | OPEN | Funding | |
| 27 Apr | | Steam Next Fest: June | Free | 15 – 22 Jun | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Virtual | Steam | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2026june | Steam Next Fest: June 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, it is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience for a future launch on Steam. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 7 May |  | Digital Vikings Awards | Free | 18 – 19 May | OPEN | Awards | Europe | Gdansk, Poland | https://www.digitalvikings.pl/ | Digital Vikings Awards is an international competition for indie game developers and publishers from the Baltic region, showcasing the best upcoming and released games.The winners will be announced during an on-site event: DevGAMM Gdańsk 2026 on June 18-19th, 2026. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 31 May |  | ChinaJoy x Game Connection Game Development Awards | Free | 31 Jul – 2 Aug | OPEN | Awards | Asia | Shanghai, China | https://www.game-connection.com/submit-your-projects-gcxcj2026/ | We partnered with ChinaJoy to bring the awards to China’s largest video game event. More than 240 developers participated in the competition, and 7 games were selected by our international jury. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 30 Jun |  | ChinaJoy x Game Connection GAME Festival | Free | 31 Jul – 2 Aug | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Asia | Steam | https://www.game-connection.com/chinajoy-x-game-connection-indie-game-festival-2026/ | The ChinaJoy x Game Connection GAME Festival aims to promote new, entertaining, creative, and high-quality games with market potential to players and media, and will be presented online on Steam and Steam China. The event is expected to take place on Steam and Steam China starting in August | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 31 Aug | | Steam Next Fest: October | Free | 19 – 26 Oct | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Virtual | Steam | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2026october | Steam Next Fest: June 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, it is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience for a future launch on Steam. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| N/A |  | Future Game Show 2026 | Free | N/A | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | Virtual | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfR7HvxarWjVXSq3J8Khbp1ZQRpRu5MExQoSjM7tnQtnHjr6w/viewform | Submissions for the 2026 edition of FGS. Each show will feature exclusive trailers, announcements, and deep dives. If you’ve got (or know about) an exciting game on console, PC, mobile or streaming platforms that deserves to be showcased, we’d love to hear about it. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| N/A |  | Outersloth Funding | Free | N/A | OPEN | Funding | Worldwide | Worldwide | https://www.innersloth.com/outersloth/ | Outersloth is for indie developers looking for funds to get their game off the ground or some extra money to finish it. This is a recoup and revshare model, and we’ve consulted with others to ensure it’s at a competitive rate that keeps your sustainability in mind. | OPEN | Funding | |
| N/A |  | MENA Hero Project | Free | N/A | OPEN | Funding | Asia | MENA | https://www.playstation.com/en-sk/mena-hero-project/?country-selector=true | The MENA Hero Project is fueled by this commitment and our belief in the MENA gaming market. The MENA Hero Project will support game developers based in the following countries: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia. | OPEN | Funding | |
| N/A |  | India Hero Project (IHP) | Free | N/A | OPEN | Funding | Asia | India | https://www.playstation.com/en-in/local/india-hero-project/ | “India Hero Project (IHP)” is a new incubator program focused on identifying and supporting emerging talent from the region. This India-centric program was launched by Sony Interactive Entertainment for Indian game developers. Applicants can apply for a minimum of 100,000 US dollars. | OPEN | Funding |
| DEADLINE | EVENT | SUBMISSION FEE | EVENT DATE | STATUS | TYPE | REGION | LOCATION | WEBSITE | DESCRIPTION | STATUS | TYPE | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Jan | | Courage XL | €200 after acceptance | 8 Mar | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase | North America | San Francisco, CA | https://courage.events/apply-for-courage-xl/ | We bring game professionals together: over a drink, over a demo build, over a shared love for games. Courage keeps it casual. Think more ‘chill bar energy’ and less ‘hectic expo chaos’. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 5 Jan | | Dames 4 Games 2026 Spring Showcase | Free | TBA Mar | CLOSED | Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclj2OWdSWrpEJJYaASUnu9SBfESFx2T5QWY623BnWW-jNUHw/viewform | We’re getting ready for something special this March at Dames 4 Games! In partnership with WINGS and Women-Led Games, we’re hosting a showcase dedicated to celebrating women and femmes across the games industry. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 5 Jan | | Games Finance Market | £349 (After Acceptance) | 14 – 15 Apr | CLOSED | Networking Funding | Europe | London, UK | https://festival.games.london/gfm/registration | The Games Finance Market is the UK’s largest curated B2B initiative, taking place every year during the London Games Festival. This event connects established games businesses and new games start-ups with investors, publishers and platforms. | CLOSED | Networking | |
| 5 Jan | | Steam Next Fest: February 2026 | Free | 23 Feb – 2 Mar | CLOSED | Steam Showcase | North America | Steam | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2026february | Steam Next Fest: February 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, Steam Next Fest is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 7 Jan | | BitSummit EXTENDED | ¥2,750 | 22 – 24 May | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase | Asia | Kyoto, Japan | https://bs-entry-system.com/en/ | The Japan Independent Games Association (JIGA) announces the holding of “BitSummit PUNCH,” Japan’s largest indie game festival, to be held at Miyako Messe. This form is for developers considering exhibiting their games at the event. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 9 Jan | | gamescom LATAM BIG Festival | Free | 30 Apr – 3 May, 2026 | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase Awards | South America | São Paulo, Brazil | https://latam.gamescom.global/en/big-festival-en/ | We select the 90 best and most innovative games from around the world, making them available first-hand for the public to play. Furthermore, we are the main platform for the release of new games from Latin America to the world. Since 2024, the BIG Festival takes place inside gamescom latam. | CLOSED | Awards, Showcase | |
| 9 Jan | | Indie Fan Fest | $600 (After Acceptance) | TBA Feb | CLOSED | Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | Virtual | https://indiefanfest.com/ | Indie Fan Fest is a new curated showcase from The MIX and Digital Bandidos, presenting new game reveals, world premiere trailers, and more for unreleased indie games launching with demos in the upcoming Steam Next Fest. The next edition is planned to air prior to February 2026 Steam Next Fest. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 12 Jan | | London Games Festival Official Selection | £349 (After Acceptance) | 16 – 17 Apr | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | London, UK | https://festival.games.london/official-selection/registration | Every year, the Games London team curates a list of upcoming games, from all types of developers across all formats, representing the most exciting titles to come. These selected games are highlighted through in-person showcases, a social media presence, and a prominent Steam campaign. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 18 Jan | | Awesome Con – Indie Game Showcase | Free | 13 – 15 Mar | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase | North America | Washington DC | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc47Vfltb7LTLezZbZPj-S8ReP7Ry62L-9jFlJS1sXvrHvm9Q/viewform | The Indie Game Showcase is dedicated to bringing indie titles to the masses and providing the unique opportunity for players to interact directly with the developers creating games for both modern and retro hardware. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 23 Jan | | MIX – Spring Game Showcase | $600 (After acceptance) | 9 Mar | CLOSED | Onsite Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | San Francisco, CA / Steam | https://mediaindieexchange.com/showcases/spring-game-showcase-2026 | The MIX + Kinda Funny. We’re working together to help raise visibility for developers and publishers from around the world through online and in person formats, including a Steam event page | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 26 Jan | | Future Games Show: Spring Showcase | Free | 12 Mar | CLOSED | Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | Virtual | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/take-part | The Future Games Show will return in 2026 with three exciting shows: FGS Spring Showcase (March). The showcase will be followed up by FGS Live from GDC, featuring: more EXCLUSIVE trailers, Live GDC show updates & in-depth dev interviews. | CLOSED | Showcase | |
| 31 Jan | | Indie Pearls Awards | Free | 24 Feb | CLOSED | Awards | Europe | Virtual | https://indiepearlsawards.com/submit-your-trailer/ | We invite you to submit your trailer for the Indie Pearls Awards 2025 ceremony! Your trailer has the chance to be showcased during the event, which is scheduled for February 24th. To participate, kindly complete the submission form by January 31st. | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 1 Feb | | A Maze Awards | 50€ | 13 – 16 May | CLOSED | Awards | Europe | Berlin, Germany | https://2026.award.amaze-berlin.de/ | A MAZE./ is looking for works pushing the medium of playful arts – fully finished works, demos, experiments, interactive performances, installations, alternative controllers, immersive theater or prototypes are welcomed! | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 2 Feb | | Games For Change Festival – Awards | $75 | 21 – 22 Jul | CLOSED | Awards | North America | New York, NY | https://festival.gamesforchange.org/2026-awards-categories#award-descriptions | The annual G4C Awards celebrate the year’s best games and immersive experiences that transcend traditional entertainment, championing social impact, fostering learning, and pushing the boundaries of interactive media. | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 14 Feb | | The Pavs Game Awards | Free | 9 May | CLOSED | Awards | Australia | Wellington, Australia | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHbaTyk4UloTVfAbmkJrwf1LpU77CPSqwC-rkaF30vvMdLzg/viewform | Our goal is to bring together a selection of the finest games produced in New Zealand and Oceania! So if you’re a Kiwi, an Aussie or from elsewhere in Oceania and have a board game, card game, videogame, alt ctrl game, or any other kind of game that you’re proud of, then please let us know about it! | CLOSED | Awards | |
| 19 Feb | | Secret Sauce Showcase | Free | 18 – 19 Jul | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | Steam | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd30mqYFE0Cizik9IPrweMRUldO3Qn2sv2BN1Hx4CSZob7WBw/viewform | We’re celebrating all things indie gaming with another year of the Secret Sauce Showcase! offbrand games and Open Sauce are coming back in 2026 to highlight dozens of exciting upcoming indie games across a variety of sizes, genres, and vibes. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 28 Feb | | Cerebral Puzzle Showcase | Free | 28 May – 4 Jun | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | Europe | Steam | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScavs8C0mbUABk-6uP1BLaOCeSgLGYB9kNtjqfgVxlH1rwq5w/viewform | The Cerebral Puzzle Showcase is returning in 2026. Use this form to submit your games for inclusion in the showcase. Please note that the showcase is highly curated, so submitting this form will not guarantee that your game will be able to take part. We will contact you when we have made a decision. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 28 Feb | | Story Rich Showcase | Free | 5 – 7 Jun | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | Virtual | Virtual / Steam | https://www.fellowtraveller.games/story-rich-showcase | The Story-Rich Showcase is for indie games that center story, storytelling, or deeper narrative design. If you’re working on a game like this, and have an announcement to make in June 2026, then please submit your game for consideration for inclusion using the submission form. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 12 Mar | | NYX Game Awards 2026 | $250 (Early) – $310 (Late) | 8 May | OPEN | Awards | Europe | Virtual | https://nyxgameawards.com/ | Calling game developers, publishers, marketers, agencies, and all parties contributing to game creation worldwide. The 2026 NYX Game Awards is now open for submissions. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 14 Mar | | Thinky Direct | Free | 31 May | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | North America | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCuz1qebF00YV6mFIDvR1yRCwFwQnDetSGjDizlIBRGfQ53Q/viewform | The Thinky Direct is a 30-60 minute digital livestream event, all about showcasing amazing upcoming thinky games – games that are generally about solving puzzles and careful reasoning, rather than fast reflexes or dexterity. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 15 Mar | | Second Wind Games Showcase NEW | Free | 23 Apr | OPEN | Showcase | Virtual | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHksGGgPXUOOYmt8xz6gyPir60u6K-G9_JdJ9D66vkTBL2IQ/viewform | Second Wind is excited to put on our first ever games showcase event on April 23, 2026. We have long supported games discovery in the industry and we’re excited to once again host a showcase focused on introducing players to new games from all around the world, and the people who make them. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 15 Mar | | Serious Play Awards NEW | $200 – $400 | 5 – 7 Aug | OPEN | Awards | North America | Durham, North Carolina | https://seriousplayconf.com/awards/ | The International Serious Play Awards recognize exceptional gameful products that harness the power of play and games to advance education, training, and meaningful real-world impact. Submissions are welcome from professional studios, training teams, uni teams, nonprofits, and student creators. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 15 Mar | | TactiCon NEW | Free | 1 Jul | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Europe | Steam | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRZEn1Of66mAuRSsd2_2uD26njzAI12j_tzNO1orD6KQRUEQ/viewform | This year, TactiCon will now have a focus on games that involve tactics meaning submissions cannot be purely peaceful building, management games, puzzle games, or similar. Hosted on Steam in mid-July 2026 by Firesquid and Hooded Horse. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 1 Apr | | INDIGO NEW | 350€ | 2 – 3 Jun | OPEN | On-Site Showcase | Europe | Rotterdam, Netherlands | https://indigoshowcase.nl/discover/ | The 17th edition of the INDIGO Game Showcase & Conference will take place on June 2nd & 3rd in Rotterdam. Are you a game developer and do you want to showcase your game at one of the iconic INDIGO arcade cabinets? Fill in this form and get a chance to be selected! | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 3 Apr | | Develop: Star Awards NEW | Free | 15 Jul | OPEN | Awards | Europe | Brighton, United Kingdom | https://www.developconference.com/awards | The Develop:Star Awards recognise the very best games and talent within the industry with categories that enable studios of every size to shine. These awards are all about the game dev community celebrating the creative excellence of the game makers behind the best games of the previous 12 months. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 24 Apr | | Games Capital Summit @ Nordic Game | Conference Pass | 26 May | OPEN | Networking Funding | Europe | Malmö, Sweden | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXlleHyLtgVNS_Kky0PbPi7tSO8en_JDKvM02cNh9u7O17Wg/viewform | Entrepreneurs seeking funding for their company based on an opportunity in the game sector are welcome to apply. Our summit is focused on equity funding, which means that the investors are interested in funding companies directly, in exchange for an equity stake and voting stock. | OPEN | Funding | |
| 27 Apr | | Steam Next Fest: June | Free | 15 – 22 Jun | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Virtual | Steam | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2026june | Steam Next Fest: June 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, it is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience for a future launch on Steam. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 7 May | | Digital Vikings Awards | Free | 18 – 19 May | OPEN | Awards | Europe | Gdansk, Poland | https://www.digitalvikings.pl/ | Digital Vikings Awards is an international competition for indie game developers and publishers from the Baltic region, showcasing the best upcoming and released games.The winners will be announced during an on-site event: DevGAMM Gdańsk 2026 on June 18-19th, 2026. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 31 May | | ChinaJoy x Game Connection Game Development Awards | Free | 31 Jul – 2 Aug | OPEN | Awards | Asia | Shanghai, China | https://www.game-connection.com/submit-your-projects-gcxcj2026/ | We partnered with ChinaJoy to bring the awards to China’s largest video game event. More than 240 developers participated in the competition, and 7 games were selected by our international jury. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 30 Jun | | ChinaJoy x Game Connection GAME Festival | Free | 31 Jul – 2 Aug | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Asia | Steam | https://www.game-connection.com/chinajoy-x-game-connection-indie-game-festival-2026/ | The ChinaJoy x Game Connection GAME Festival aims to promote new, entertaining, creative, and high-quality games with market potential to players and media, and will be presented online on Steam and Steam China. The event is expected to take place on Steam and Steam China starting in August | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 31 Aug | | Steam Next Fest: October | Free | 19 – 26 Oct | OPEN | Steam Showcase | Virtual | Steam | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2026october | Steam Next Fest: June 2026 Edition is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, chat with developers, watch live streams, and learn about upcoming games on Steam. For developers, it is an opportunity to get early feedback from players and build an audience for a future launch on Steam. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| N/A | | Future Game Show 2026 | Free | N/A | OPEN | Showcase Steam Showcase | Virtual | Virtual | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfR7HvxarWjVXSq3J8Khbp1ZQRpRu5MExQoSjM7tnQtnHjr6w/viewform | Submissions for the 2026 edition of FGS. Each show will feature exclusive trailers, announcements, and deep dives. If you’ve got (or know about) an exciting game on console, PC, mobile or streaming platforms that deserves to be showcased, we’d love to hear about it. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| N/A | | Outersloth Funding | Free | N/A | OPEN | Funding | Worldwide | Worldwide | https://www.innersloth.com/outersloth/ | Outersloth is for indie developers looking for funds to get their game off the ground or some extra money to finish it. This is a recoup and revshare model, and we’ve consulted with others to ensure it’s at a competitive rate that keeps your sustainability in mind. | OPEN | Funding | |
| N/A | | MENA Hero Project | Free | N/A | OPEN | Funding | Asia | MENA | https://www.playstation.com/en-sk/mena-hero-project/?country-selector=true | The MENA Hero Project is fueled by this commitment and our belief in the MENA gaming market. The MENA Hero Project will support game developers based in the following countries: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia. | OPEN | Funding | |
| N/A | | India Hero Project (IHP) | Free | N/A | OPEN | Funding | Asia | India | https://www.playstation.com/en-in/local/india-hero-project/ | “India Hero Project (IHP)” is a new incubator program focused on identifying and supporting emerging talent from the region. This India-centric program was launched by Sony Interactive Entertainment for Indian game developers. Applicants can apply for a minimum of 100,000 US dollars. | OPEN | Funding |
| DATE | LOGO | SHOWCASE | MONTH | TYPE | TYPE | STATUS | STATUS | START | WEBSITE | INFO | LOCATION | DURATION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Feb |  | Blizzard Showcase: Overwatch Spotlight NEW | 02 – FEB | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Wathch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 34 min | |
| 4 Feb |  | Thinky Awards NEW | 02 – FEB | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Awards | We are delighted to announce the winners of this year’s Thinky Awards! Our 3rd edition of the event celebrates the best thinky games released in 2025. We hope to introduce new audiences to incredible games they may have missed, and to give die-hard thinky fans a chance to celebrate all the amazing experiences we’ve had over the past year. | YouTube | 34 min | |
| 5 Feb |  | Nintendo Direct – Partners Showcase NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 6AM PT / 9AM ET / 3PM CET | Watch the Direct | Watch this Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase livestream for roughly 30 minutes of upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch games from our publishing and development partners. | YouTube | 32 min | |
| 9 Feb | | Blizzard Showcase: Heartstone Spotlight NEW | 02 – FEB | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 9:30AM PT / 12:30PM ET / 6:30PM CET | Watch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 17 min | |
| 11 Feb |  | Game Spain Direct Winter Showcase NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 8AM PT / 11AM ET / 5PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Game Spain Direct Winter Showcase will be on February 11th at 17:00 CET on the @clemmygames YouTube channel. The new seasonal event dedicated to promoting Spanish video games internationally. | YouTube | N/A | |
| 11 Feb | | Blizzard Showcase: Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight NEW | 02 – FEB | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 2PM PT / 5PM ET / 11PM CET | Watch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 39 min | |
| 12 Feb |  | State of Play: February NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 2PM PT / 5PM ET / 11PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Tune in live this Thursday for 60+ minutes of news, gameplay updates, and announcements from game studios across the globe. February’s State of Play will spotlight eye-catching third-party and indie games headed to PS5, along with the latest from teams at PlayStation Studios. | YouTube / Twitch | 72 min | |
| 12 Feb |  | SILENT HILL Transmission NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 4PM PT / 7PM ET / 1AM CET (Feb 13) | Watch the Broadcast | We are excited to reveal the latest updates from the SILENT HILL series in a new SILENT HILL Transmission on February 12 at 4:00 PM PT. We’ll share the latest news on SILENT HILL: Townfall. The streaming link is coming soon so stay tuned! | YouTube | 27 min | |
| 12 Feb |  | DICE Awards NEW | 02 – FEB | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 8PM PT / 11PM ET / 5AM CET (Feb 13) | Watch the Awards | The 29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards are here for 2026! Tune in on Thursday, February 12 at 8pm PT / 11pm ET for all the exciting winners being announced. The awards will be livestreamed by IGN as the official media partner, from Las Vegas as the culmination of the week-long industry gathering at the 2026 D.I.C.E. Summit. The show will be hosted by Greg Miller and Stella Chung, with the winners being selected by a panel of industry peers. | YouTube | N/A | |
| 19 Feb |  | Indie Fan Fest | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@IndieFanFest | Indie Fan Fest is a new curated showcase from The MIX and Digital Bandidos, presenting new game reveals, world premiere trailers, and more for unreleased indie games launching with demos in the upcoming Steam Next Fest. The next Indie Fan Fest is planned to air Thursday, February 19, 2026. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 19 Feb |  | Convergence Games Showcase NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 11:30AM PT / 2:30PM ET / 8:30PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@Convergence_GS | Back for its third edition, Convergence unites influencers and indie developers to champion the variety, creativity and passion for play behind every new release. The two-hour show is hosted by indie-focused streamers who will be discussing, reacting to, and playing unreleased indie and AA games from dozens of studios. | YouTube / Twitch | 120 min | |
| 19 Feb |  | Black History Month Showcase | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 12PM PT / 3PM ET / 9PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@blackvoicesingaming | Black History Month Showcase premieres February 19th. Celebrate with #BViG as we spotlight Black developers and creators, featuring interviews with the teams behind Relooted, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, Erased, and Beatdown City Survivors. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 24 Feb | | Indie Pearls Awards | 02 – FEB | Awards | Awards | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@indiepearls/videos | Indie Pearls are awards for the most intriguing, interesting and best indie games from around the world. We’re a team of games journalists, influencers and enthusiasts. Our mission is to promote the work of independent developers and create a space for discussion about indie games. | YouTube | N/A | |
| 25 – 26 Feb |  | IGN Fan Fest | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/ign | This February, IGN Fan Fest returns for its seventh edition with a jam-packed lineup of the biggest games, movies, TV and streaming series and more. Fans will be able to watch celebrity interviews, exclusive gameplay, trailers, and deep dives across some of the biggest new and upcoming titles from the worlds of games and entertainment. IGN promises it will have more than 100 exclusive reveals across two days of livestreams 25th February and 26th February, starting at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST each day. Plus, IGN promises that it will count down to the main show (starting Monday, 23rd February) with additional first-looks, exclusives, and in-depth interviews. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 5 Mar |  | Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred – Developer Update NEW | 03 – MAR | Game Update | Game Update | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 11AM PT / 2PM ET / 8PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@Diablo/videos | As the release of Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred—and the coinciding debut of the Warlock—draws nearer yet, you may be plagued by a gnawing sense of curiosity. Open your mind and sate it with the upcoming Developer Update, live March 5 at 11AM PT / 2PM ET / 8PM CET, where we’ll dive deeper into details surrounding the formidable new Class. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 9 Mar | | MIX + Kinda Funny Spring Showcase | 03 – MAR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/c/MediaIndieExchange/ | We’re working together to help raise visibility for developers and publishers from around the world through online and in person formats, including a Steam event page Online Showcase: Announcements, reveals, trailer premieres, new gameplay and more Live Interviews: Gameplay focused deep dives with publishers and developers, including Q & A with developers on stream Onsite Showcase: Continuing The MIX’s tradition of in person showcases to help kick off GDC week | San Francisco / Twitch / YouTub | N/A | |
| 10 Mar |  | Games [4Diversity] Showcase | 03 – MAR | On-site Showcase | On-site Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 8PM PT / 11PM ET / 5AM CET (Mar 11) | https://courage.events/games-4diversity-showcase/ | Games [4Diversity] Showcase is back during GDC week! Join us for a night filled with playful perspectives, unexpected stories, and bold experiments in inclusion, representation, and identity. Expect a colourful crowd, games that make you think (and feel), and a space that’s open, relaxed, and inclusive! This year, we’re officially a GDC side event! | San Francisco, CA | N/A | |
| 12 Mar | | Future Games Show: Spring Showcase 2026 | 03 – MAR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/ | The Future Games Show will return in 2026 with three exciting shows: FGS Spring Showcase (March). The showcase will be followed up by FGS Live from GDC, featuring: more EXCLUSIVE trailers, Live GDC show updates & in-depth dev interviews. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 16 Apr |  | Galaxies Spring 2026 | 04 – APR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.galaxiesshow.com/ | Celebrate the future of gaming with Galaxies. Watch our tentpole showcase events live on Twitch and YouTube for exciting game reveals, first-look premieres, and new gameplay moments | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 23 Apr | | Second Wind Showcase NEW | 04 – APR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@SecondWindGroup | Second Wind is excited to put on our first ever games showcase event on April 23, 2026. We have long supported games discovery in the industry and we’re excited to once again host a showcase focused on introducing players to new games from all around the world, and the people who make them. Our showcases are completely focused on the games with little to no involvement from hosts with a reasonable run-time aiming for no longer than 1 hour 30 min. | YouTube | 90 min | |
| 25 Apr |  | INDIE Live Expo | 04 – APR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@indieliveexpo | The next INDIE Live Expo is coming this spring, in April. The new broadcast will premiere on April 25th and you’ll be able to watch it on YouTube, Twitter, Twitch, and other partners. Fans can expect world premieres, content updates, long-form deep dives, and much more across 100+ indies sourced from across the globe. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 28 May – 4 Jun | | Cerebral Puzzle Showcase | 05 – MAY | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.cerebralpuzzleshowcase.com/ | Do you love puzzle games? Do you dabble every once in a while? Are you a puzzle novice curious to know if the genre is for you? Cerebral Puzzle Showcase was created to help you find your next favorite puzzle game! | Steam | N/A | |
| 5 Jun |  | Summer Game Fest 2026 | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.summergamefest.com/ | Summer Game Fest streams LIVE on Friday, June 5, 2026. A spectacular, cross-platform showcase of what’s next in video games. Public tickets available Spring 2026. | Los Angeles, CA / YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 5 – 7 Jun | | Story Rich Showcase | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/fellowtraveller\ | The Story-Rich Showcase is a brand-new video showcase dedicated entirely to story-rich indie games and taking place within the Summer Game Fest period (5-7 June, 2026). The event will spotlight a lineup of 20-25 games, all chosen on a purely editorial basis with no paid or sponsored slots. It will feature developer-led segments that highlight the people behind the work, their ideas, and creative journeys. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 6 Jun |  | Future Games Show: Summer Showcase 2026 | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/ | Mark your calendars, friends – the Future Games Show Summer Showcase returns on June 6! Featuring: World premieres, Exclusive trailers + Game demos. In addition, FGS Live From Los Angeles returns for its third show this year. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 7 Jun |  | Ñ3 Summer Showcase NEW | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 8:30AM PT / 11:30AM ET / 5:30PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@LoDeLosVideojuegos | The Ñ3 2025 almost ready, games showcased from Spanish-speaking studios in about 45 minutes. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 10 – 11 Jul |  | TennoCon 2026 | 07 – JUL | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.warframe.com/tennocon | TennoCon 2026 will be a celebration of all things Warframe and Soulframe! Don’t miss our biggest event of the year. Join us for TennoCon 2026, a celebration of all things Warframe and Soulframe. This year’s convention is in-person and will feature activities over two full days on July 10th-11th in London, Ontario, Canada! | Twitch / London, Ontario | N/A | |
| 18 – 19 Jul | | Secret Sauce Showcase NEW | 07 – JUL | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@offbrand-games/videos | We’re celebrating all things indie gaming with another year of the Secret Sauce Showcase! offbrand games and Open Sauce are coming back in 2026 to highlight dozens of exciting upcoming indie games across a variety of sizes, genres, and vibes. Secret Sauce 2026 will feature: – An exclusive online digital showcase the weekend of July 18-19 (co-streamed by Ludwig, gaming outlets, & more creators to be announced!) – A weeklong Steam event & sale (July 17-23) – An open expo for indies at Open Sauce 2026 in San Francisco (July 17-19) | YouTube / Twitch / SF | N/A | |
| 26 Aug |  | Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 | 08 – AUG | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/ | Future Games Show will broadcast three shows in 2026. March (GDC / PAX) June (SGF), and August (Gamescom). The Future Games Show is celebrating a record year, averaging over 16 million Live and Opening Weekend Views per show, and with over 500 million lifetime total views across all shows and platforms. FGS Live From Gamescom will be broadcasted immediately after the main programme. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 6 Sep |  | Seattle Indies Expo (SIX) | 09 – SEP | On-site Showcase Showcase | On-site Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://six.seattleindies.org/ | SIX (Seattle Indies Expo) is a one-day in-person celebration of independent games made in the Pacific Northwest. At SIX, you’ll get to spend quality time with some of the friendliest and most down-to-earth game developers around, ask them questions and see demos of their games that are either still a work in progress or available on various platforms to play today. SIX Online will be a following Twitch stream event covering the games showcased at the expo, giving everyone around a world a chance to attend and take a look at the amazing games showcased. No need to leave your couch or miss out. | Seattle / Twitch / Steam | N/A | |
| 10 Dec | | The Game Awards NEW | 12 – DEC | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://thegameawards.com/ | The hype machine is back broadcaster again from Live from Peacock theater in Los Angeles. | YouTube / Twitch / LA | N/A | |
| PREVIOUS 2026 SHOWCASES | |||||||||||||
| 8 Jan |  | New Game+ Showcase | 01 – JAN | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 1PM PT / 4PM ET / 10PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Gamers, are you ready to roll in 2026 with all the new releases coming in the next few months? The New Game Plus Showcase is more than ready to give you a nice glimpse of what’s to come this year. With 45 new games, ranging from Indie to Aaa titles, you can expect a lot of new and surprising announcements happening in this event. Started by Luke Stephens, Luality, Jake Lucky, IamRob, Blue Thunder, and HUN2R, and produced by Gaming World Media, the New Game+ Showcase aims to provide value for an audience eager for genuine recommendations, which streamlines discovery for indie, AA, and AAA projects. | YouTube / Twitch | 220 min | |
| 15 Jan |  | Resident Evil Showcase | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 2PM PT / 5PM ET / 11PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Don’t miss the 12-minute Resident Evil Showcase special,featuring all the latest info on Resident Evil Requiem! | YouTube | 13 min | |
| 17 Jan |  | IndieCade Festival – Awards Ceremony | 01 – JAN | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 11AM PT / 2PM ET / 8PM CET | Watch the Awards | Join us January 16th through 30th, 2026 as we celebrate IndieCade Festival on Steam and Beyond. The Awards Ceremony will be streamed on Steam and YouTube on Saturday, January 17th starting at 11:00 am PST/2:00 pm EST. Followed by a live roundtable with the winning creators. Join our newsletter for our latest updates and announcements! | YouTube / Steam | 123 min | |
| 20 Jan |  | Life is Strange Reveal | 01 – JAN | Game Premiere | Game Premiere | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Reveal | Separate the real from the rumor… Join us for the exclusive reveal of the next Life is Strange game. | YouTube | 21 min | |
| 22 Jan |  | Xbox Developer_Direct | 01 – JAN | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Showcase | 2026 is going to be an incredible year for Xbox players – you might even call it a… fabled year. To celebrate, we’re kicking it off with the fourth installment of our Developer_Direct broadcast on January 22, bringing you news, new gameplay, and insights directly from the incredible teams working on titles coming this year. The show includes not one but two titles from Playground Games, with the UK studio bringing us a first extended look at Fable, as well as the debut of gameplay for Forza Horizon 6. We’ll also be taking a trip to Tokyo to visit the legendary Game Freak, offering a first in-depth look at Beast of Reincarnation, which we revealed at Xbox Games Showcase last year. | YouTube / Twitch / Xbox | 50 min | |
| 25 Jan |  | Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct | 01 – JAN | Movie Update | Movie Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 6AM PT / 9AM ET / 3PM CET | Watch the Direct | Join us on Sunday, Jan 25, at 6am PT for the Nintendo Direct featuring an exclusive look at The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Please note that no game information will be included in this presentation. | YouTube | 5 min | |
| 26 Jan |  | Highguard – Official Launch Showcase | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Update | Tune in on Monday, January 26 at 10am PT for an in-depth look at Highguard direct from the studio, featuring a full gameplay deep dive, year one plans, and much more. | YouTube | 25 min | |
| 29 Jan |  | TomodachiLife: Living the Dream Direct | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 6AM PT / 9AM ET / 3PM CET | Watch the Direct | Join us on January 29th at 15:00 CET for the TomodachiLife: Living the Dream Direct! The presentation will last roughly 20 minutes and provide more info on the upcoming Nintendo Switch game. | YouTube | 23 min | |
| 29 Jan | | Blizzard Showcase: World of Warcraft – State of Azeroth | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 9AM PT / 12PM ET / 6PM CET | Watch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 29 min | |
| 29 Jan |  | GAConf Awards | 01 – JAN | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Awards | It’s nearly here! Join us to find out the winners of the 2025 GAConf Awards, 20 categories celebrating everything from best indie effort to best blind & low vision accessibility, from unsung hero to best accessibility journalism! | YouTube | 76 min |
| DATE | LOGO | SHOWCASE | MONTH | TYPE | TYPE | STATUS | STATUS | START | WEBSITE | INFO | LOCATION | DURATION | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Feb | | Blizzard Showcase: Overwatch Spotlight NEW | 02 – FEB | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Wathch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 34 min | |
| 4 Feb | | Thinky Awards NEW | 02 – FEB | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Awards | We are delighted to announce the winners of this year’s Thinky Awards! Our 3rd edition of the event celebrates the best thinky games released in 2025. We hope to introduce new audiences to incredible games they may have missed, and to give die-hard thinky fans a chance to celebrate all the amazing experiences we’ve had over the past year. | YouTube | 34 min | |
| 5 Feb | | Nintendo Direct – Partners Showcase NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 6AM PT / 9AM ET / 3PM CET | Watch the Direct | Watch this Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase livestream for roughly 30 minutes of upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch games from our publishing and development partners. | YouTube | 32 min | |
| 9 Feb | | Blizzard Showcase: Heartstone Spotlight NEW | 02 – FEB | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 9:30AM PT / 12:30PM ET / 6:30PM CET | Watch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 17 min | |
| 11 Feb | | Game Spain Direct Winter Showcase NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 8AM PT / 11AM ET / 5PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Game Spain Direct Winter Showcase will be on February 11th at 17:00 CET on the @clemmygames YouTube channel. The new seasonal event dedicated to promoting Spanish video games internationally. | YouTube | N/A | |
| 11 Feb | | Blizzard Showcase: Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight NEW | 02 – FEB | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 2PM PT / 5PM ET / 11PM CET | Watch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 39 min | |
| 12 Feb | | State of Play: February NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 2PM PT / 5PM ET / 11PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Tune in live this Thursday for 60+ minutes of news, gameplay updates, and announcements from game studios across the globe. February’s State of Play will spotlight eye-catching third-party and indie games headed to PS5, along with the latest from teams at PlayStation Studios. | YouTube / Twitch | 72 min | |
| 12 Feb | | SILENT HILL Transmission NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 4PM PT / 7PM ET / 1AM CET (Feb 13) | Watch the Broadcast | We are excited to reveal the latest updates from the SILENT HILL series in a new SILENT HILL Transmission on February 12 at 4:00 PM PT. We’ll share the latest news on SILENT HILL: Townfall. The streaming link is coming soon so stay tuned! | YouTube | 27 min | |
| 12 Feb | | DICE Awards NEW | 02 – FEB | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 8PM PT / 11PM ET / 5AM CET (Feb 13) | Watch the Awards | The 29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards are here for 2026! Tune in on Thursday, February 12 at 8pm PT / 11pm ET for all the exciting winners being announced. The awards will be livestreamed by IGN as the official media partner, from Las Vegas as the culmination of the week-long industry gathering at the 2026 D.I.C.E. Summit. The show will be hosted by Greg Miller and Stella Chung, with the winners being selected by a panel of industry peers. | YouTube | N/A | |
| 19 Feb | | Indie Fan Fest | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@IndieFanFest | Indie Fan Fest is a new curated showcase from The MIX and Digital Bandidos, presenting new game reveals, world premiere trailers, and more for unreleased indie games launching with demos in the upcoming Steam Next Fest. The next Indie Fan Fest is planned to air Thursday, February 19, 2026. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 19 Feb | | Convergence Games Showcase NEW | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 11:30AM PT / 2:30PM ET / 8:30PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@Convergence_GS | Back for its third edition, Convergence unites influencers and indie developers to champion the variety, creativity and passion for play behind every new release. The two-hour show is hosted by indie-focused streamers who will be discussing, reacting to, and playing unreleased indie and AA games from dozens of studios. | YouTube / Twitch | 120 min | |
| 19 Feb | | Black History Month Showcase | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 12PM PT / 3PM ET / 9PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@blackvoicesingaming | Black History Month Showcase premieres February 19th. Celebrate with #BViG as we spotlight Black developers and creators, featuring interviews with the teams behind Relooted, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, Erased, and Beatdown City Survivors. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 24 Feb | | Indie Pearls Awards | 02 – FEB | Awards | Awards | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@indiepearls/videos | Indie Pearls are awards for the most intriguing, interesting and best indie games from around the world. We’re a team of games journalists, influencers and enthusiasts. Our mission is to promote the work of independent developers and create a space for discussion about indie games. | YouTube | N/A | |
| 25 – 26 Feb | | IGN Fan Fest | 02 – FEB | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/ign | This February, IGN Fan Fest returns for its seventh edition with a jam-packed lineup of the biggest games, movies, TV and streaming series and more. Fans will be able to watch celebrity interviews, exclusive gameplay, trailers, and deep dives across some of the biggest new and upcoming titles from the worlds of games and entertainment. IGN promises it will have more than 100 exclusive reveals across two days of livestreams 25th February and 26th February, starting at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST each day. Plus, IGN promises that it will count down to the main show (starting Monday, 23rd February) with additional first-looks, exclusives, and in-depth interviews. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 5 Mar | | Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred – Developer Update NEW | 03 – MAR | Game Update | Game Update | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 11AM PT / 2PM ET / 8PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@Diablo/videos | As the release of Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred—and the coinciding debut of the Warlock—draws nearer yet, you may be plagued by a gnawing sense of curiosity. Open your mind and sate it with the upcoming Developer Update, live March 5 at 11AM PT / 2PM ET / 8PM CET, where we’ll dive deeper into details surrounding the formidable new Class. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 9 Mar | | MIX + Kinda Funny Spring Showcase | 03 – MAR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/c/MediaIndieExchange/ | We’re working together to help raise visibility for developers and publishers from around the world through online and in person formats, including a Steam event page Online Showcase: Announcements, reveals, trailer premieres, new gameplay and more Live Interviews: Gameplay focused deep dives with publishers and developers, including Q & A with developers on stream Onsite Showcase: Continuing The MIX’s tradition of in person showcases to help kick off GDC week | San Francisco / Twitch / YouTub | N/A | |
| 10 Mar | | Games [4Diversity] Showcase | 03 – MAR | On-site Showcase | On-site Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 8PM PT / 11PM ET / 5AM CET (Mar 11) | https://courage.events/games-4diversity-showcase/ | Games [4Diversity] Showcase is back during GDC week! Join us for a night filled with playful perspectives, unexpected stories, and bold experiments in inclusion, representation, and identity. Expect a colourful crowd, games that make you think (and feel), and a space that’s open, relaxed, and inclusive! This year, we’re officially a GDC side event! | San Francisco, CA | N/A | |
| 12 Mar | | Future Games Show: Spring Showcase 2026 | 03 – MAR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/ | The Future Games Show will return in 2026 with three exciting shows: FGS Spring Showcase (March). The showcase will be followed up by FGS Live from GDC, featuring: more EXCLUSIVE trailers, Live GDC show updates & in-depth dev interviews. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 16 Apr | | Galaxies Spring 2026 | 04 – APR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.galaxiesshow.com/ | Celebrate the future of gaming with Galaxies. Watch our tentpole showcase events live on Twitch and YouTube for exciting game reveals, first-look premieres, and new gameplay moments | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 23 Apr | | Second Wind Showcase NEW | 04 – APR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@SecondWindGroup | Second Wind is excited to put on our first ever games showcase event on April 23, 2026. We have long supported games discovery in the industry and we’re excited to once again host a showcase focused on introducing players to new games from all around the world, and the people who make them. Our showcases are completely focused on the games with little to no involvement from hosts with a reasonable run-time aiming for no longer than 1 hour 30 min. | YouTube | 90 min | |
| 25 Apr | | INDIE Live Expo | 04 – APR | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@indieliveexpo | The next INDIE Live Expo is coming this spring, in April. The new broadcast will premiere on April 25th and you’ll be able to watch it on YouTube, Twitter, Twitch, and other partners. Fans can expect world premieres, content updates, long-form deep dives, and much more across 100+ indies sourced from across the globe. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 28 May – 4 Jun | | Cerebral Puzzle Showcase | 05 – MAY | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.cerebralpuzzleshowcase.com/ | Do you love puzzle games? Do you dabble every once in a while? Are you a puzzle novice curious to know if the genre is for you? Cerebral Puzzle Showcase was created to help you find your next favorite puzzle game! | Steam | N/A | |
| 5 Jun | | Summer Game Fest 2026 | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.summergamefest.com/ | Summer Game Fest streams LIVE on Friday, June 5, 2026. A spectacular, cross-platform showcase of what’s next in video games. Public tickets available Spring 2026. | Los Angeles, CA / YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 5 – 7 Jun | | Story Rich Showcase | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/fellowtraveller\ | The Story-Rich Showcase is a brand-new video showcase dedicated entirely to story-rich indie games and taking place within the Summer Game Fest period (5-7 June, 2026). The event will spotlight a lineup of 20-25 games, all chosen on a purely editorial basis with no paid or sponsored slots. It will feature developer-led segments that highlight the people behind the work, their ideas, and creative journeys. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 6 Jun | | Future Games Show: Summer Showcase 2026 | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/ | Mark your calendars, friends – the Future Games Show Summer Showcase returns on June 6! Featuring: World premieres, Exclusive trailers + Game demos. In addition, FGS Live From Los Angeles returns for its third show this year. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 7 Jun | | Ñ3 Summer Showcase NEW | 06 – JUN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 8:30AM PT / 11:30AM ET / 5:30PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@LoDeLosVideojuegos | The Ñ3 2025 almost ready, games showcased from Spanish-speaking studios in about 45 minutes. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 10 – 11 Jul | | TennoCon 2026 | 07 – JUL | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.warframe.com/tennocon | TennoCon 2026 will be a celebration of all things Warframe and Soulframe! Don’t miss our biggest event of the year. Join us for TennoCon 2026, a celebration of all things Warframe and Soulframe. This year’s convention is in-person and will feature activities over two full days on July 10th-11th in London, Ontario, Canada! | Twitch / London, Ontario | N/A | |
| 18 – 19 Jul | | Secret Sauce Showcase NEW | 07 – JUL | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.youtube.com/@offbrand-games/videos | We’re celebrating all things indie gaming with another year of the Secret Sauce Showcase! offbrand games and Open Sauce are coming back in 2026 to highlight dozens of exciting upcoming indie games across a variety of sizes, genres, and vibes. Secret Sauce 2026 will feature: – An exclusive online digital showcase the weekend of July 18-19 (co-streamed by Ludwig, gaming outlets, & more creators to be announced!) – A weeklong Steam event & sale (July 17-23) – An open expo for indies at Open Sauce 2026 in San Francisco (July 17-19) | YouTube / Twitch / SF | N/A | |
| 26 Aug | | Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 | 08 – AUG | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://www.futuregamesshow.com/ | Future Games Show will broadcast three shows in 2026. March (GDC / PAX) June (SGF), and August (Gamescom). The Future Games Show is celebrating a record year, averaging over 16 million Live and Opening Weekend Views per show, and with over 500 million lifetime total views across all shows and platforms. FGS Live From Gamescom will be broadcasted immediately after the main programme. | YouTube / Twitch | N/A | |
| 6 Sep | | Seattle Indies Expo (SIX) | 09 – SEP | On-site Showcase Showcase | On-site Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://six.seattleindies.org/ | SIX (Seattle Indies Expo) is a one-day in-person celebration of independent games made in the Pacific Northwest. At SIX, you’ll get to spend quality time with some of the friendliest and most down-to-earth game developers around, ask them questions and see demos of their games that are either still a work in progress or available on various platforms to play today. SIX Online will be a following Twitch stream event covering the games showcased at the expo, giving everyone around a world a chance to attend and take a look at the amazing games showcased. No need to leave your couch or miss out. | Seattle / Twitch / Steam | N/A | |
| 10 Dec | | The Game Awards NEW | 12 – DEC | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | TBA | https://thegameawards.com/ | The hype machine is back broadcaster again from Live from Peacock theater in Los Angeles. | YouTube / Twitch / LA | N/A | |
| PREVIOUS 2026 SHOWCASES | |||||||||||||
| 8 Jan | | New Game+ Showcase | 01 – JAN | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 1PM PT / 4PM ET / 10PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Gamers, are you ready to roll in 2026 with all the new releases coming in the next few months? The New Game Plus Showcase is more than ready to give you a nice glimpse of what’s to come this year. With 45 new games, ranging from Indie to Aaa titles, you can expect a lot of new and surprising announcements happening in this event. Started by Luke Stephens, Luality, Jake Lucky, IamRob, Blue Thunder, and HUN2R, and produced by Gaming World Media, the New Game+ Showcase aims to provide value for an audience eager for genuine recommendations, which streamlines discovery for indie, AA, and AAA projects. | YouTube / Twitch | 220 min | |
| 15 Jan | | Resident Evil Showcase | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 2PM PT / 5PM ET / 11PM CET | Watch the Showcase | Don’t miss the 12-minute Resident Evil Showcase special,featuring all the latest info on Resident Evil Requiem! | YouTube | 13 min | |
| 17 Jan | | IndieCade Festival – Awards Ceremony | 01 – JAN | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 11AM PT / 2PM ET / 8PM CET | Watch the Awards | Join us January 16th through 30th, 2026 as we celebrate IndieCade Festival on Steam and Beyond. The Awards Ceremony will be streamed on Steam and YouTube on Saturday, January 17th starting at 11:00 am PST/2:00 pm EST. Followed by a live roundtable with the winning creators. Join our newsletter for our latest updates and announcements! | YouTube / Steam | 123 min | |
| 20 Jan | | Life is Strange Reveal | 01 – JAN | Game Premiere | Game Premiere | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Reveal | Separate the real from the rumor… Join us for the exclusive reveal of the next Life is Strange game. | YouTube | 21 min | |
| 22 Jan | | Xbox Developer_Direct | 01 – JAN | Showcase | Showcase | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Showcase | 2026 is going to be an incredible year for Xbox players – you might even call it a… fabled year. To celebrate, we’re kicking it off with the fourth installment of our Developer_Direct broadcast on January 22, bringing you news, new gameplay, and insights directly from the incredible teams working on titles coming this year. The show includes not one but two titles from Playground Games, with the UK studio bringing us a first extended look at Fable, as well as the debut of gameplay for Forza Horizon 6. We’ll also be taking a trip to Tokyo to visit the legendary Game Freak, offering a first in-depth look at Beast of Reincarnation, which we revealed at Xbox Games Showcase last year. | YouTube / Twitch / Xbox | 50 min | |
| 25 Jan | | Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct | 01 – JAN | Movie Update | Movie Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 6AM PT / 9AM ET / 3PM CET | Watch the Direct | Join us on Sunday, Jan 25, at 6am PT for the Nintendo Direct featuring an exclusive look at The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Please note that no game information will be included in this presentation. | YouTube | 5 min | |
| 26 Jan | | Highguard – Official Launch Showcase | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Update | Tune in on Monday, January 26 at 10am PT for an in-depth look at Highguard direct from the studio, featuring a full gameplay deep dive, year one plans, and much more. | YouTube | 25 min | |
| 29 Jan | | TomodachiLife: Living the Dream Direct | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 6AM PT / 9AM ET / 3PM CET | Watch the Direct | Join us on January 29th at 15:00 CET for the TomodachiLife: Living the Dream Direct! The presentation will last roughly 20 minutes and provide more info on the upcoming Nintendo Switch game. | YouTube | 23 min | |
| 29 Jan | | Blizzard Showcase: World of Warcraft – State of Azeroth | 01 – JAN | Game Update | Game Update | FINISHED | FINISHED | 9AM PT / 12PM ET / 6PM CET | Watch the Broadcast | We’re kicking off 2026 with the Blizzard Showcase, a series of developer-led spotlights featuring big announcements, sneak peeks, and teases across our universes. As we look toward the future, this event celebrates the artists, makers, and visionaries behind our games, and our players who bring them to life, as we celebrate 35 years of community and craft. These aren’t updates in isolation. They’re part of where Blizzard is heading — together with the players who’ve been here all along. | YouTube / Twitch | 29 min | |
| 29 Jan | | GAConf Awards | 01 – JAN | Awards | Awards | FINISHED | FINISHED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | Watch the Awards | It’s nearly here! Join us to find out the winners of the 2025 GAConf Awards, 20 categories celebrating everything from best indie effort to best blind & low vision accessibility, from unsung hero to best accessibility journalism! | YouTube | 76 min |