Debug Games Festival #DGF26

DGF 2026 promises an unforgettable day of games, creativity, and community to the Norfolk Events Centre on 25 April 2026

🎮 A Journey Through Gaming’s Past, Present & Future

• Explore a massive collection of retro games — including rare and obscure consoles.
• Meet creators, developers, and industry legends behind iconic hardware and games.
• Play over 100 upcoming titles showcasing the cutting edge of modern gaming.

🎮 Traders and Exhibitors

• A bustling traders’ space packed with Sore Thumb Retro Games, Dream Consoles, incredible artists, and loads more to discover.

🕹️Arcades and Retro Spaces

• Step into Nostalgia Nerd’s retro area, packed with iconic systems and computers spanning generations of gaming history.
• Immortal Joysticks will be hosting an arcade area, with FREE TO PLAY arcade games and more!

⭐ What’s On

🏟️ The Arena Stage

• Home to major headline events and fan‑favourite shows.
• Featuring the Did You Know Gaming? quiz and the chaotic comedy hit The Dark Room.
• More headline shows revealed closer to the event.
• Talks and Q&As with acclaimed developers, artists, musicians, and industry pros — sharing stories, insights, and inspiration.

🎓 The Academy

• Learn directly from industry experts.
• Sessions covering streaming, content creation, and practical game‑development skills.
• A space to level up your craft, whether you're a beginner or building a career.

The Debug Mission

Our mission is simple:
To make games culture accessible, inspire future developers, and entertain everyone who loves video games.