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| 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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| 19 - 20 Jan |  | PG Connects London FEATURED | 01 - JAN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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) | |
| 10 - 11 Feb |  | GamesForum Barcelona FEATURED | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 26 Jan - 1 Feb |  | Global Game Jam | 01 - JAN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | TBA | N/A | none | |
| 6 Feb |  | Game Anglia Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 9 - 10 Feb |  | Global Games Show | 02 - FEB | 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 | |
| 10 - 11 Feb | | GamesForum Barcelona | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | €350 | None | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 12 Feb |  | DICE Summit | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | The WN Conference in Abu Dhabi returns in February 2026 as a premier gathering for the global games industry. Designed for decision makers, founders, and investors, the event offers a unique chance to forge new partnerships and explore business opportunities in the MENA region and beyond. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/abudhabi26 | N/A | €399(Standard) / 550€ (VIP) | N/A | WN Hub | None | |
| 11 - 22 Feb |  | Yorkshire Games Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 19 Feb |  | DevMix: London | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 24 - 26 Feb |  | gamescom dev leadership summit | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 5 Mar |  | UKIE Conference NEW | 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 | B2B | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 - 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 | TBA | 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 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 11 Apr |  | Into Games | 04 - APR | 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 | |
| 11 - 19 Apr |  | NZ Games Festival | 04 - APR | 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 | |
| 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 | Various | N/A | N/A | 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 NEW | 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 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 16 - 17 Apr |  | Play by Play | 04 - APR | 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 | |
| 20 - 22 Apr |  | Reboot Develop Blue | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | Per request | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 - 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 | |
| 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 |  | 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 | 193€ (Standard) | 950€ (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 - 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 | The award-nominated Games Growth Summit 2025, returning on June 4th, offers a crucial opportunity for gaming industry players to navigate challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Featuring keynotes, panels, and networking. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/games-growth-summit-tickets-1975766889954?aff=oddtdtcreator | N/A | £75 (Standard) | 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-indie-biz-atlantic/ | N/A | TBA | 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 | |
| 10 - 12 Jun |  | Game AiCON NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | South Korea | Seoul | Seoul, South Korea | C2C (Connect to Code) is a networking hub for connecting, communicating, and innovating among IT professionals in Korea and beyond. In 2026, C2C hosts the ‘GAME AiCON’ conference, focusing on the growth of indie games and the future of AI solution in the gaming industry. | https://www.gameaicon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | 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 - 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 NEW | 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 - 18 Jun |  | Unreal Fest - Chicago NEW | 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 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun |  | Game Camp 2026 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 |  | Serious Play Europe 2026 | 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 NEW | 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 | |
| 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+ | TBA | 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 NEW | 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 | TBA | 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) NEW | 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | 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 | TBA | 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 | 260000+ | TBA | N/A | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW DATE | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 - 22 Nov |  | CEEGS (DiGRA CEE) NEW | 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 | |
| 27 - 29 Nov |  | Milan Games Week NEW | 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 NEW | 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 |
| 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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| 19 - 20 Jan | | PG Connects London FEATURED | 01 - JAN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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) | |
| 10 - 11 Feb | | GamesForum Barcelona FEATURED | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 26 Jan - 1 Feb | | Global Game Jam | 01 - JAN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | TBA | N/A | none | |
| 6 Feb | | Game Anglia Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 9 - 10 Feb | | Global Games Show | 02 - FEB | 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 | |
| 10 - 11 Feb | | GamesForum Barcelona | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | €350 | None | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 12 Feb | | DICE Summit | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | The WN Conference in Abu Dhabi returns in February 2026 as a premier gathering for the global games industry. Designed for decision makers, founders, and investors, the event offers a unique chance to forge new partnerships and explore business opportunities in the MENA region and beyond. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/abudhabi26 | N/A | €399(Standard) / 550€ (VIP) | N/A | WN Hub | None | |
| 11 - 22 Feb | | Yorkshire Games Festival | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 19 Feb | | DevMix: London | 02 - FEB | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 24 - 26 Feb | | gamescom dev leadership summit | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 5 Mar | | UKIE Conference NEW | 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 | B2B | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 - 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 | TBA | 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 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 10 - 11 Apr | | Into Games | 04 - APR | 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 | |
| 11 - 19 Apr | | NZ Games Festival | 04 - APR | 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 | |
| 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 | Various | N/A | N/A | 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 NEW | 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 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 16 - 17 Apr | | Play by Play | 04 - APR | 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 | |
| 20 - 22 Apr | | Reboot Develop Blue | 04 - APR | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | Per request | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 - 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 | |
| 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 | | 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 | 193€ (Standard) | 950€ (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 - 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 | The award-nominated Games Growth Summit 2025, returning on June 4th, offers a crucial opportunity for gaming industry players to navigate challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Featuring keynotes, panels, and networking. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/games-growth-summit-tickets-1975766889954?aff=oddtdtcreator | N/A | £75 (Standard) | 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-indie-biz-atlantic/ | N/A | TBA | 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 | |
| 10 - 12 Jun | | Game AiCON NEW | 06 - JUN | 2026 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | South Korea | Seoul | Seoul, South Korea | C2C (Connect to Code) is a networking hub for connecting, communicating, and innovating among IT professionals in Korea and beyond. In 2026, C2C hosts the ‘GAME AiCON’ conference, focusing on the growth of indie games and the future of AI solution in the gaming industry. | https://www.gameaicon.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | N/A | 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 - 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 NEW | 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 - 18 Jun | | Unreal Fest - Chicago NEW | 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 | TBA | N/A | N/A | None | |
| 18 - 19 Jun | | Game Camp 2026 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 | | Serious Play Europe 2026 | 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 NEW | 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 | |
| 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+ | TBA | 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 NEW | 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 | TBA | 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) NEW | 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | TBA | 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 | TBA | 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 | 260000+ | TBA | N/A | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW DATE | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 - 22 Nov | | CEEGS (DiGRA CEE) NEW | 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 | |
| 27 - 29 Nov | | Milan Games Week NEW | 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 NEW | 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 |
| 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 | OPEN | 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. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 23 Jan |  | MIX – Spring Game Showcase | $600 (After acceptance) | 9 Mar | OPEN | 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 | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 26 Jan |  | Future Games Show: Spring Showcase NEW | Free | 12 Mar | OPEN | 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. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 1 Feb | | A Maze Awards | 50€ | 13 – 16 May | OPEN | 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! | OPEN | Awards | |
| 2 Feb |  | Games For Change Festival – Awards NEW | $75 | 21 – 22 Jul | OPEN | 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. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 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 | |
| 27 Apr | | Steam Next Fest: June NEW | 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 | OPEN | 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. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 23 Jan | | MIX – Spring Game Showcase | $600 (After acceptance) | 9 Mar | OPEN | 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 | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 26 Jan | | Future Games Show: Spring Showcase NEW | Free | 12 Mar | OPEN | 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. | OPEN | Showcase | |
| 1 Feb | | A Maze Awards | 50€ | 13 – 16 May | OPEN | 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! | OPEN | Awards | |
| 2 Feb | | Games For Change Festival – Awards NEW | $75 | 21 – 22 Jul | OPEN | 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. | OPEN | Awards | |
| 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 | |
| 27 Apr | | Steam Next Fest: June NEW | 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 | |
| 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 NEW | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Jan |  | New Game+ Showcase NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 01 – JAN | Game Premiere | Game Premiere | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | N/A | |
| 22 Jan |  | Xbox Developer_Direct NEW | 01 – JAN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@xbox | 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 | N/A | |
| 29 Jan |  | GAConf Awards NEW | 01 – JAN | Awards | Awards | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@igdagasig330/videos | 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 | N/A | |
| 9 Mar | | MIX + Kinda Funny Spring Showcase NEW | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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) NEW | 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 |
| DATE | LOGO | SHOWCASE | MONTH | TYPE | TYPE | STATUS | STATUS | START | WEBSITE | INFO | LOCATION | DURATION | |
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| 8 Jan | | New Game+ Showcase NEW | 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 NEW | 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 NEW | 01 – JAN | Game Premiere | Game Premiere | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 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 | N/A | |
| 22 Jan | | Xbox Developer_Direct NEW | 01 – JAN | Showcase | Showcase | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@xbox | 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 | N/A | |
| 29 Jan | | GAConf Awards NEW | 01 – JAN | Awards | Awards | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | 10AM PT / 1PM ET / 7PM CET | https://www.youtube.com/@igdagasig330/videos | 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 | N/A | |
| 9 Mar | | MIX + Kinda Funny Spring Showcase NEW | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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) NEW | 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 |