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DATE | TITLE | MONTH | YEAR | STATUS | STATUS | NATURE | NATURE | TYPE | REGION | COUNTRY | CITY | LOCATION | DESCRIPTION | WEBSITE | ATTENDANCE | PRICE PASS | MEETING SYSTEM | DISCOUNT | ||
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30 Nov | Indie Developers Conference 2024 NEW | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | IDC is a conference for Japanese game developers who individual small teams. This is the third time of IDC. It has 12 speeches by actual indie devs, game dev tools exhibitation, and attendies can pitch their game on meeting rooms to game publishers. | https://indiedevconf.jp/ | N/A | ¥3,400 | None | None | ||
2 – 3 Dec | Gamification Europe | 12 – DEC | 2024 | TODAY | TODAY | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Gamification Europe specialises in organising events with thought leaders and experts in gamification. The upcoming event is expecting 280 motivated attendees and speakers. The conference aims to share the most useful and up-to-date content about gamification and related game based technologies. | https://gamification-europe.com/ | 280 | £390 | N/A | None | ||
2 – 5 Dec | Africa Games Week | 12 – DEC | 2024 | TODAY | TODAY | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Africa | South Africa | Cape Town | Cape Town, South Africa | Africa Games Week, now in its 7th edition, has established itself as the premium business event in Africa for the video game industry. Developers, content creators and industry leaders come from across Africa and the globe to connect, engage and grow the African Game Industry. | https://gamesweek.africa | N/A | R1,495 | N/A | None | ||
4 – 6 Dec | Immersive Tech Week | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | Join us in Rotterdam to explore VR, AR, AI, haptics, Web4, and more. Connect with industry visionaries. Unlock boundless opportunities, new knowledge, and shape your tomorrow! Formerly known as VR Days. | https://www.immersivetechweek.co/ | 5500+ | 99€ (Daily) / 199€ (All Access) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
3 – 6 Dec | SIGGRAPH Asia | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | The annual event attracts the most respected technical and creative people from all over the world who are excited by research, science, art, animation, gaming, interactivity, education and emerging technologies. | https://asia.siggraph.org/2024/home/ | N/A | $1050 (Standard) / $25 (Expo) | N/A | None | ||
5 – 8 Dec | Games Gathering Kyiv | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | Ukraine | Kyiv | Kyiv, Ukraine | Games Gathering is the largest B2B conference in Ukraine dedicated to game development and creation of high-quality game content. Games Gathering conference will provide the most up-to-date information about the trends in the gaming industry. | https://www.ggconference.com/en/ | 2000 | 99€ (Standard) / 159€ (Business) | N/A | None | ||
6 – 7 Dec | BIG – Bilbao International Games Conference | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Bilbao | Bilbao, Spain | The BIG Conference continues the path opened by the Fun&Serious Game Festival, held in Bilbao for the first time in 2011. The BIG Conf rebrands to become an exclusive event aimed at industry professionals. | https://en.bilbaogamesconference.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
6 – 7 Dec | Playtopia | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Africa | South Africa | Cape Town | Cape Town, South Africa | Playtopia is a gathering of South African and global creators and players, where we celebrate the African “scene”. A place for people to come together to share ideas, connect across continents and disciplines, and to exhibit work. | https://playtopiafestival.co.za/ | N/A | R900 (Standard) / R350 (Daily) | N/A | None | ||
6 – 8 Dec | PAX Unplugged | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | PAX 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 | $43 (Daily) / $91 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
7 – 8 Dec | Games for Change Türkiye Festival NEW | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | Prepare for an inspiring day filled with engaging talks and hands-on experiences that highlight the incredible potential of games beyond entertainment. From educational games to those driving social impact, this festival celebrates the power of gaming as a force for good. | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/games-for-change-turkiye-festival-conference-tickets-1070550307789 | N/A | Sold out | N/A | None | ||
11 Dec | Day of the Devs: Game Awards Edition NEW | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Day of the Devs: The Game Awards Edition returns on December 11th at 9 AM PT! Tune in for world premieres, first looks, deep dives, and more as we show you the latest ‘n’ greatest indie games. | https://www.dayofthedevs.com/events | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
11 Dec | IndieGameBusiness Leadership Conference NEW | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Are you prepared for our one-day conference filled with engaging lectures and panels focused on the most effective leadership and communication practices to elevate your team or studio? | https://indiegamebusiness.com/resources/training/conference/register/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
12 Dec | GamesBeat Insider Series | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, United States | Join GamesBeat as we explore the dynamic collaborations between film, music, television, and video games. Connect with industry leaders and be at the forefront of the evolving entertainment landscape. | https://gbinsiderseries.venturebeat.com/ | 250 | $297 | None | None | ||
12 Dec | The Game Awards | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Showcase | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, United States | Hype machine is back this December. World premiere. | https://thegameawards.com | N/A | $102 – $209 / Free (Stream) | None | None | ||
13 Dec | WN Summit | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | C-Level Summit Abu Dhabi’24, an exclusive event tailored for C-level executives from the game industr. It will provide an environment where leaders can share their experience and concerns in a setting of openness and trust. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/ceosummitabudhabi24 | N/A | 1,500€ | WN Hub | None | ||
13 – 14 Dec | Game Developers Session | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Prague | Prague, Czechia | Game Developers Session is the oldest Central European conference dedicated to games development, game technologies, business and marketing. | https://www.gdsession.com/ | 3000+ | 156€ (Standard) / 232€ (VIP) | N/A | “gameconfguide” (10% off) | ||
13 – 15 Dec | Gamergy | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Spain | Madrid | Madrid, Spain | GAMERGY stands out for being one of the most relevant and innovative gamer events in Spain, with a significant reach and impact on the community. | https://www.ifema.es/gamergy | N/A | 17€ (Week days) / 35€ (All Days) / 185€ (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
15 Dec | Boston Festival of Indie Games | 12 – DEC | 2024 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | Boston | Boston , United States | Experience the return of the Boston Festival of Indie Games (BostonFIG) as we come back in-person this year. Join us for a day of gaming, camaraderie, and exploration, suitable for players, developers, and enthusiasts alike. | https://www.bostonfig.com/fest-homepage/ | N/A | $30 | N/A | None | ||
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11 – 12 Jan | Ethical Games | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Academia | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Ethical Games is a two-day, single-track online conference and special issue with ACM Games aiming to bring together game academics to advance the debate on ethical design, development, and live operation of digital games with the long-term goal of providing concrete recommendations. | http://ethicalgamesconference.org/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
12 – 14 Jan | Copenhagen Gaming Week | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen Gaming Week is the new and epic international festival uniting all aspects of gaming and esports in the Danish capital: Your chance to level up on futuristic tech, current trends, and retro classics while connecting with like-minded individuals who share your passion. | https://www.copenhagengamingweek.dk/en | 15000 | 25-70 EUR | N/A | None | ||
13 Jan | Mobidictum Ankara | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Ankara | Ankara, Turkey | Our target audience is game developers, game studios, publishers, investors, and service providers. Our event will offer the latest trends in the game industry, networking opportunities, and discussions on various topics, including mobile games, PC, console, and blockchain. | https://events.mobidictum.com/mobidictum-meetup-ankara-2024/ | 200 | Free | N/A | None | ||
17 – 19 Jan | Digital Gaming India Expo | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | India | New Delhi | New Delhi, India | The Digital Gaming India Expo 2023 will bring together the entire eco-system from India and overseas to take the Indian Gaming Industry to the next level. | https://www.digitalgamingindiaexpo.com | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | ||
18 – 21 Jan | Super MAGFest | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | Washington DC | Washington DC, United States | Short for “Music And Gaming Festival,” MAGFest is a four day-long event dedicated to the appreciation of video game music, gaming of all types, and the gaming community. The event runs 24 hours a day. | https://super.magfest.org/ | N/A | $155 (SOLD OUT) | N/A | None | ||
01 – JAN | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED: Nintendo Live 2024 Tokyo… has been cancelled due to the inability to ensure the safety of our customers. Nintendo Live will be held in Tokyo in January 2024. This is an event where you can enjoy various projects related to game characters such as “Super Mario” and “The Legend of Zelda,” including the “World Tournament”. The event day will be live-streamed. | https://www.nintendo.com/jp/live/index.html | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | ||||
22 – 23 Jan | PG Connects London | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Pocket Gamer Connects is the leading international conference series for the global games industry. We focus on connecting you with the right people bringing together delegates from across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered from mobile, PC console to XR, blockchain and web3. | https://www.pgconnects.com/london/ | 2500 | £689 (Standard) / £1,400 (VIP) | MeetToMatch | N/A | ||
22 – 28 Jan | Global Game Jam | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Game Jam | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Global Game Jam will return in 2024. GGJ Prep week will happen the week prior to GGJ and feature an entire week’s worth of content hosted on our Twitch and YouTube channels. | https://globalgamejam.org/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
25 – 26 Jan | Asia Pacific Game Summit | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei City | Taipei City, Taiwan | Asia Pacific Game Summit (APGS) dedicates to promoting Taiwan’s gaming industry, with the aim of expanding opportunities for international exchange among experts. Organized by Taipei Computer Association. | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/apgs/index.php?lang=e | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
25 – 28 Jan | Taipei Game Show | 01 – JAN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei | Taipei, Taiwan | Taiwan’s largest gaming exhibition. The goal of the Taipei Game Show is to provide a platform for both domestic and foreign game developers and publishers to showcase their work and offer the best gaming experience to attendees. | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/index_2c_c.php | N/A | NT$ 250 | N/A | None | ||
5 – 12 Feb | Steam Next Fest – February | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | A multi-day celebration of upcoming games. Explore and play hundreds of game demos, watch developer livestreams, and chat with teams about their games in progress, coming soon to Steam. | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2024feb | N/A | Free | Steam | None | ||
7 – 8 Feb | GamesForum Barcelona | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | Gamesforum Barcelona 2024 promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring insightful keynotes, interactive panels, and networking opportunities with top players in the industry. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/barcelona-home/ | N/A | £300 | MeetToMatch | None | ||
TBA | Arabic Games POSTPONED | 02 – FEB | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Middle East | Egypt | Cairo | Cairo, Egypt | The Arabic Games Conference is a celebration of games and interactive experiences designed by Arab creators in the Arab world. Get access to resources in Arabic, as well as professional advice, and learn how to advance your game. | https://arabic.games/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
13 – 15 Feb | DICE Summit | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, United States | The D.I.C.E. Summit is the premier video game networking conference which includes a variety of intimate and exciting events to make sure you get the best time to interface with our attendees. | https://www.dicesummit.org/ | N/A | $3,250 / $899 (Awards Only) | None | None | ||
13 – 15 Feb | MeetToMatch – The Las Vegas Edition | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Meet all relevant publishers, investors, and developers during our inaugural Las Vegas Edition, taking place during DICE, one of the premier networking events in the games industry. | https://www.meettomatch.com/lasvegas/ | 300 | 80€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
13 – 15 Feb | Game Connection Online – Las Vegas Edition | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join our online event on February 13-15, 2024, alongside D.I.C.E Summit in Las Vegas. Connect with industry leaders, schedule meetings via Let’s Meet biz-matching platform, and explore business opportunities. Limited 500 free spots available—register now for your free online pass! | https://www.game-connection.com/registration-game-connection-online-2024/ | N/A | Free (First 500) | Let’s Meet | None | ||
15 – 16 Feb | HIT Games Conference | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | HGC, Online Conferences – the most famous international online conference devoted to the developing, marketing, and growth of the Mobile, PC, Console, VR & AR,Web3 games industries. Each event gathers about 1,000 attendees from 90+ countries all over the world. | https://hgconf.com/february-2024 | 1000 | Free / 49€ (Business) | Pine | None | ||
15 – 16 Feb | GameDev Summit | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Philippines | Boracay Island | Boracay Island, Philippines | GDS is an International Video Game Industry Summit featuring two tracks, for External Development and Indie Games, where studios, developers, and advocates connect, build meaningful relationships, and advance together in one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. | https://gamedevsummit.co/ | 500 | $685 | MeetToMatch | None | ||
15 – 16 Feb | WN Conference Abu Dhabi | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Middle East | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Series of conferences WN is going to enter Abu Dhabi. | https://wnconf.com/ | N/A | 639€ (Standard) / 369€ (Indie) | WN Hub | None | ||
16 Feb | Guildford Festival | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Guildford | Guildford, United Kingdom | The festival – which will be completely free to attend – offers students and budding developers alike the chance to meet over 60 individual established studios and 3000+ developers without impacting their finances at a time where funds may be scarce. | https://guildford.games/ | 3000 | Free | N/A | None | ||
16 Feb | Horizons by IndieCade | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Academia | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Horizons connects diverse and highly qualified students with one another, industry representatives, and to a worldwide community. Through our first-of-its-kind conference and showcase, Horizons amplifies new student work and emerging talent from games programs to industry, and the broader public. | https://www.indiecade.com/horizons-2024-conference/ | N/A | $17.50 (Student) / $40 (Industry) | N/A | None | ||
20 – 21 Feb | Indie Game Business Sessions: February Edition | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Learn more about video game business, marketing, and licensing from industry leaders. | https://www.powellgroupconsulting.com/indiegamebusiness/ | N/A | $50 (Business) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
21 – 23 Feb | devcom Leadership Summit | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon, Portugal | Join devcom for a top-level event designed for executives and leads from the global games industry offering a rare opportunity for you to come together in a safe space, free from press or recordings, to openly discuss the challenges, fears, and uncertainties that come with your role. | https://www.devcom.global/leadership-summit-2024/ | N/A | 1799 € | N/A | None | ||
24 Feb | Games of War | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Poland | Gdańsk | Gdańsk, Poland | The conference is dedicated exploring the complex narratives and historical reflections embedded in video games centred around the Russian invasion of Ukraine providing a platform for insightful discussions and academic exploration. | https://historia.ug.edu.pl/dzialalnosc-naukowa/konferencje-i-seminaria/w-przygotowaniu | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
28 – 29 Feb | DevGAMM Gdańsk | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Gdańsk | Gdańsk, Poland | DevGAMM Gdańsk 2024 is a B2B event for game developers, publishers, and all game industry fans. Powered by Digital Vikings, DevGAMM will gather 500+ professionals for networking, top-notch sessions, new games lineup, and career opportunities. | https://devgamm.com/gdansk2024/ | 500+ | $100 (Indie) / $400 (Business) | Pine | None | ||
29 Feb | VIVA! | 02 – FEB | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | A new conference for indies and small studios to gain marketing insights from the experts. We will cover topics such as IP, effective indie campaigns, content creation, organic audiences and choosing the right platforms for your project. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/753778861867?aff=oddtdtcreator | 100 | £10 (Virtual) / £30 (On-Site) | None | None | ||
29 Feb – 3 Mar | Games Gathering Lviv | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ukraine | Lviv | Lviv, Ukraine | The format of the conference is traditionally hybrid: you can attend the event online, or go on an exciting journey to Lviv and join us offline. Join us wherever you are, Games Gathering 2024 Lviv is an event for those who are passionate about the world of gaming!!! | https://www.ggconference.com/conference/games-gathering-2024-lviv/ | 1000+ | $49 (Standard) / $159 (Premium) | N/A | None | ||
2 – 3 Mar | Tokyo Indie Summit | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | A new indie game event. A place where various talents of indie game creators gather together and become a catalyst to reach the top. | https://indiegamessummit.tokyo/en/ | N/A | 1000 JPY (Public) / 3000 JPY (Business) | N/A | None | ||
5 – 6 Mar | Hamburg Games Conference | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | The Hamburg Games Conference will bring together the international games industry with a business focus on “Invest in Games”. Which potential does the games market offer? How do studios face the challenges of financing games? The last edition welcomed more than 500 guests from 26 countries. | http://www.gamesconference.com/ | N/A | 199€ (Indie) / 349€ (Business) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
6 – 7 Mar | ESI Next Gen | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The second edition of ESI Next Gen will take place over 6–7th March 2024. Next Gen is for those working in, studying or simply interested in, the integration of video games and esports in education, both curricular and extra-curricular. | https://esportsinsider.com/events/esi-next-gen | N/A | £150 | N/A | None | ||
6 – 7 Mar | Global Games Pitch – Spring Edition | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Europe | Ukraine | Virtual | Virtual | The biggest international online pitching event with 100+ publishers and investors! | https://gdbay.com/global-games-pitch/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
03 – MAR | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Join us at the NextGen Game Development Summit to connect with industry leaders, discover groundbreaking technologies, and gain valuable insights into the future of game development. | https://bcf-events.com/single-conference/nextgen-game-development-summit#about | N/A | 699€ (Standard) / 399€ (Virtual) | N/A | None | ||||
7 – 10 Mar | Yorkshire Games Festival | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Bradford | Bradford, United Kingdom | Join us for an extravaganza of games culture, design, and production as we celebrate all things gaming. With the National Science and Media Museum temporarily closed for our transformative Sound and Vision project works, we will be bringing gameplay, workshops, networking events and more to venues. | https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/whats-on/yorkshire-games-festival | N/A | 25€ | N/A | None | ||
15 & 18 Mar | MIX and Kinda Funny – Spring Games Showcase | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Showcase | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | The MIX and Kinda Funny are preparing a rich schedule of showcases for around GDC time in 2024. We’re working together to help raise visibility for developers and publishers from around the world through a variety of online and in person formats. Virtual kick-off showcase, followed by on-site showcase on 18th of March and on 19th of March digital showcase in SF Moma. | https://mediaindieexchange.com/showcases/spring-2024-showcases | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
15 – 16 Mar | IndieWay (March) | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | Offline conferences for community members. Business opportunities and meetings with matchmaking platform. | https://www.indieway.biz/events/indieway-march-3 | N/A | 115€ | N/A | None | ||
15 – 17 Mar | gamescom LAN | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Coming in March 2024 to the exhibition hall in Cologne: gamescom LAN! We are bringing together thousands of German gamers with some of the biggest German Creators for one epic LAN experience. | https://www.gamescomlan.gg/ | N/A | 129€ (Standard) / 220€ (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
17 Mar | Courage XL | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | The concept is simple: Play a game, get a drink. One hour beforehand (19:00) VIP’s (press, publishers) get exclusive access to your game. After that, we open the doors for game professionals from around the world. They will be there to play your game in return for a drink ticket. | https://courage.events/event/couragexl2024/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
17 – 22 Mar | Day of the Devs: San Francisco Edition | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | Day of the Devs will be featuring a selection of games at the Game Developers Conference at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, CA. Admission is free with your GDC badge. On March 17th (3pm–8pm) the event returns to The Midway, attendance is free. | https://www.dayofthedevs.com/events/ | N/A | GDC Pass | None | None | ||
18 Mar | GIG + GI.biz IRL Party | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Networking | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | Games Industry Gathering (GIG) and GamesIndustry.biz present an IRL party held in San Francisco during the week of GDC. Featuring an exclusive outdoor undercover space with tables and board games, an allocation of vouchers for food and drink from various food trucks and carts. Plus a GI.biz quiz! | https://games.industrygathering.com/irl/2024/sf/ | N/A | Members Only | None | None | ||
18 – 19 Mar | PG Connects San Francisco | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | Our leading mobile games industry event series, Pocket Gamer Connects, returns to San Francisco. The event will cover mobile, PC and console, AI, blockchain, VR/AR and more topics across 20 unmissable tracks. | https://www.pgconnects.com/sanfrancisco/ | 2000 | $369 (Standard) / $1100 (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
18 – 19 Mar | Game Connection America | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | With 1500+ senior video game industry decision-makers in attendance, including prequalified buyers, Game Connection America brings together senior experts from around the world, with a particular emphasis on the American gaming market. | https://www.game-connection.com/about-game-connection-america/ | 1500+ | 490€ (Business) | Let’s Meet | None | ||
18 – 21 Mar | Nvidia GTC | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | North America | United States | San Jose | San Jose, United States | Come connect with a dream team of industry luminaries, developers, researchers, and business strategists helping shape what’s next in AI and accelerated computing. | https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/ | N/A | $895(Daily) / $1,795 (All Days) / Virtual – Free | N/A | None | ||
18 – 22 Mar | MeetToMatch – The San Francisco Edition | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | Join the best matchmaking service in the games industry, during the largest trade show of North America! Plan on-site meetings in San Francisco at booths, restaurants, meeting points and more. This year you can plan your meetings for 5 whole days at a location of your choosing! | https://www.meettomatch.com/sanfrancisco/ | N/A | 89€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
18 – 22 Mar | GDC 2024 | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | Everyone’s “favourite” games industry event returns in 2024. | https://gdconf.com/ | N/A | $249 (Expo), $1290 (Core), $1879 (All Access) | Proprietary | None | ||
18 – 22 Mar | #notGDC | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | A game development non-conference, for everyone! #notGDC is a way for people who make games to share ideas, skills and things they love with the international games community. | https://notgdc.io/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
19 Mar | Community Clubhouse: GDC | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | This year’s Clubhouse will explore topics across AI, player experience, player support, community management, and trust & safety. Speakers and panelists include domain experts from Microsoft, Netflix Games, Niantic, Keyword Studios. | https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/community-clubhouse-at-gdc-2024-tickets-826874302297?aff=ebdssbdestsearch | N/A | GDC Pass | None | None | ||
19 Mar | European Game Showcase | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | The European Game Showcase at GDC is a pro-bono event where 30+ European developers showcase their newest games to the press, publishers, and strategic partners. It’s an invite-only event aimed at helping developers and their showcased projects take the next steps toward success. | http://europeangameshowcase.com/ | N/A | Invite Only | N/A | None | ||
21 Mar | Future Game Show – Spring Showcase | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | GamesRadar is delighted to confirm our first flagship games showcase of 2024, the Future Games Show Spring Showcase, which will be broadcast on Thursday, March 21. The Future Games Show is a multiformat games broadcast with a mission to help viewers discover something new. | https://www.gamesradar.com/future-games-show-spring-showcase-2024/ | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
21 – 22 Mar | Reality Check Festival | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Netherlands | Enschede | Enschede, Netherlands | Organized by Saxion XR Lab and the Creative Media & Game Technology study program, brings together professionals, students, and enthusiasts who are shaping new realities. Excitingly, for the 2024 edition, we are introducing an exhibition floor and welcoming back the XR Art Exhibition. | https://realitycheckfestival.com/ | N/A | 49€ (Standard) / 9€ (Student) | N/A | None | ||
21 – 24 Mar | PAX East | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | United States | Boston | Boston, United States | 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 more. Celebrate 20 years of your favorite gaming show with us. | https://east.paxsite.com/en-us.html | N/A | $67 (Daily) / $250 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
28 Mar – 1 Apr | Insomnia Gaming Festival | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Birmingham | Birmingham, United Kingdom | Step into a world of non-stop gaming where you’ll discover a huge selection of playable games, live esports tournaments, cosplay competitions, VR, AR & live-action experiences, the latest gaming and tech innovations, meet & greets with renowned creators and voice actors from around the world. The festival is happening on 29 – 31 March. LAN part is happening on 28 March – 1 April. | https://www.insomniagamingfestival.com/ | N/A | £30.90 (Daily) / £86.92 (Weekend) | N/A | None | ||
30 Mar | Game Pavilion | 03 – MAR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Osaka | Osaka, Japan | Game Pavilion jp was held for the first time in March 2023. This is a doujin/indie game exhibition event. Games created by small game company development teams or individuals, student works. This event showcases a variety of games and is enjoyed by many people. | https://www.gamepavilion.jp/ | N/A | 500 JPY | N/A | None | ||
4 – 5 Apr | IndieCade Playable Theater Symposium | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | The IndieCade Playable Theater Symposium is back with exciting speakers, conversations, workshops on “playshops” for creators working at the intersection of theatre, games and live action roleplaying. | https://www.indiecade.com/PlayableTheatre/ | N/A | $45 | N/A | None | ||
4 – 6 Apr | ThinkyCon | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Virtual | Virtual | Yes, we are going to be running a game dev conference all about thinky games! There’s a treasure trove of thinky knowledge locked up in some wonderful brains and in the depths of Discord, and we’d love to help share that knowledge more widely. | https://thinkygames.com/thinkycon/ | N/A | Free | Discord | None | ||
5 – 6 Apr | DStars | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Europe | Italy | Virtual | Virtual | DStars is a new initiative born in 2019 to recognize and celebrate the work of the people behind the scenes of the Italian games industry. We want to talk about the creators, having their personal contributions celebrated. We have an award. We have a conference. We love Italian devs. | https://www.dstars.it/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
6 – 14 Apr | Now Play This | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Now Play This is a festival of experimental game design running at Somerset House in London each Spring, showcasing interactive and playful work as part of the London Games Festival. | https://nowplaythis.net/ | N/A | £9 (Daily) / £30 (Festival Pass) | N/A | None | ||
9 – 25 Apr | London Games Festival | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | London Games Festival returns for a bigger-than-ever showing next year as organiser Games London details the 2024 dates and the first wave of locked-in events. | https://games.london/ | N/A | £79 (Standard) / £339 (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
11 Apr | GamesForum Cyprus | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | Dive into the lucrative world of ad monetization at our cutting-edge event. Connect with top industry minds, discover groundbreaking strategies, and supercharge your mobile game revenue. Join us at Gamesforum Cyprus for a front-row seat to the future of ad monetization in mobile gaming. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/cyprus-home/ | 100+ | 150€ | N/A | None | ||
11 Apr | London Dev Conference | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The first London Developer Conference at WASD established itself as the number one conference for video games development in the capital. Attended by some of the biggest names in video games development, LDC gave a broad range of insight from the meaning of creative to investment. | https://www.londondevconference.com/ | N/A | £150 | N/A | None | ||
15 – 19 Apr | EPC – Everything Procedural Conference | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Netherlands | Breda | Breda, Netherlands | We are crafting a programme on procedural content generation in games, where speakers will share their knowledge and experience. During the conference there will be enough time to ask questions and connect. | https://www.everythingprocedural.com/ | N/A | 200€ | N/A | None | ||
17 – 19 Apr | Games Industy Law Summit On Tour | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | During the 2 days in Limassol, across 14 hours of cross-country panels and deep dives, we will get up to date on the legal issues that affect both development and operation of games in all the major international markets. The conference is limited to 200 seats. | https://gameslawsummit.org/summit-on-tour/ | 250 | 800€ | N/A | None | ||
18 – 19 Apr | Game Job Fair – Spring Edition | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | HR / Recruitment | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Join games studios, speakers, and peers for ONLINE & ONSITE in Helsinki on April 18-19. Expand your network, discover new opportunities, hone your skills and level up with challenges, onsite CV/portfolio reviews, and expert talks. | https://gamesjobfair.com/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
18 – 19 Apr | HIT Games Conference – Istanbul | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | HIT Games Conference (HGC) largest offline B2B event, gathers 1000+ professionals from 50+ countries over two days. The conference features two stages, an expo area, and networking activities. With 80+ speakers, it explores gaming market insights across mobile, PC, console, VR, AR, and Web3 sectors. | https://hgconf.com/april-2024 | 1000 | 189€ (Standard) / 299€ (Premium) | Pine | None | ||
22 – 23 Apr | #GAConf Europe | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Two days of talks and networking exploring recent and future advancements in the field of game accessibility. Attendees can expect a wide range of topics from all sectors of the industry – indie to AAA, academia to accessibility specialists. | https://www.gaconf.com/ | N/A | Free (Virtual) / $200 (On-Site) | N/A | None | ||
22 – 24 Apr | Reboot Develop Blue | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Croatia | Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik, Croatia | Reboot Develop Blue 2024 will feature 9 tracks, 155+ speakers, indie and art awards, pitching sessions as well as large indie expo and b2b expo floor, available during all 3 conference days that will be running in full from 10AM to 7PM every day. | https://rebootdevelopblue.com/ | 2000+ | 725€ (Standard) / 1725€ (VIP) | None | None | ||
23 Apr | GPC (GamingonPhone Conference) | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Asia | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | GamingonPhone Conference is a groundbreaking event designed to empower and inspire every corner of the gaming industry. As a trailblazing global games media company, we’ve curated an agenda tailored to the needs of mobile, PC, and console players alike. | https://gpconf.com/gpc-online-2024/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
23 – 24 Apr | The Game Assembly – Meet and Greet | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | HR / Recruitment | Europe | Sweden | Stockholm / Malmö | Stockholm / Malmö, 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 | 2 300 SEK | N/A | None | ||
24 Apr | Game Day X | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Experience the pioneering Game Dev Conference, designed for gamers, game developers – fresh faces in the industry and experts alike as well as students & graduates. At The Games Den, pitch your ideas or problems, engage with industry experts for personalized support and guidance. | https://www.hub175.com/game-day-x-conference-info | N/A | £15 / £20 | N/A | None | ||
24 Apr | OKRE Summit | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | At OKRE, we know that entertainment content can change the world. And we’re not the only ones who think so. The OKRE Summit brings together speakers from across film, social media, games, audio, television, academic research and charities to enhance the social impact of entertainment. | https://okre.org/events/okre-summit-2024/ | 300 | £100 | None | None | ||
25 – 27 Apr | WASD | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | 🎮 The greatest indie-focused video game event in London 🎉 | https://www.wasdlive.com/ | N/A | £22 (Daily), £53 (All Days), £65 (Industry Pass) | N/A | None | ||
25 – 26 Apr | ADDON | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Rennes | Rennes, France | ADDON, the event dedicated to video game creators, is back for an 8th edition on April 25 and 26 in Rennes! On the program: conferences, masterclass & networking over 2 days. | https://addon.events | N/A | 330€ | N/A | None | ||
29 – 30 Apr | Copenhagen Matchup | 04 – APR | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen MatchUp is Denmark’s largest games industry matchmaking event. Pairing investors & publishers from across the Worlds with the best of the Danish Games industry both online and on-site in April. Investor/publisher participation in the on-site event is by invitation only. | https://copenhagenmatchup.dk | N/A | Invite Only | MeetToMatch | None | ||
1 – 2 May | GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | The Dubai GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects is a new annual B2B event for the international games industry that takes place in the vibrant city of Dubai. The conference is a 2 day event featuring range of activities, including speeches, panel discussions, fringe events, and networking sessions. | https://www.pgconnects.com/dubaigameexposummit/ | N/A | $113 (Dev) / $935 (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
3 – 4 May | Guadalindie | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Malaga | Malaga, Spain | A unique event in Andalusia. With stands , international speakers and a business area , Guadalindie is a unique opportunity for developers to exhibit their video games, have direct feedback from attendees, network and try cool games. | https://guadalindie.com/ | N/A | 3€ (General Public) / 20€ (Professionals) | N/A | None | ||
4 May | GameDev Atlantic | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Halifax | Halifax, Canada | Whether you’re already in the industry, just starting out, or looking to join, GameDev Atlantic is your opportunity to network, share knowledge, support emerging talent, expand our industry, and present our rapidly expanding sector on a global stage. | https://gamedevatlantic.ca/ | N/A | $50 CAD (Standard) / $75 CAD (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
6 May | LA Games Conference | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, United States | The premiere games conference returns this May! Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of gaming, media, and investment as the LA Games Conference sets the stage for high-energy interactions, focused networking, impactful meetings, and game-changing deal-making. | https://lagamesconference.com/ | N/A | $999 | N/A | None | ||
8 – 11 May | A Maze | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | The games and playfull media festival returns in 2024. | https://a-maze.net/ | N/A | 85€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
9 – 13 May | LudoNarraCon | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | Australia | Australia | Virtual | Virtual | LudoNarraCon is a digital convention celebrating narrative video games, hosted on Steam. An initiative of indie label Fellow Traveller, it aims to create a platform to showcase and celebrate interesting and innovative narrative games. | https://www.ludonarracon.com | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
10 – 11 May | Interactive Futures | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Leamington Spa | Leamington Spa, United Kingdom | Some of the biggest names in video games will make an appearance at this year’s Interactive Futures conference in Leamington, otherwise known as Silicon Spa. Friday will see the return of an ‘Industry Day’, the focus on Saturday will be students. | https://interactive-futures.com | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
15 May | GameIS Conference | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Israel | Tel Aviv | Tel Aviv, Israel | Dive deep into the nexus where advanced technology meets unparalleled creativity at the annual GameIS Conference, the premier Israeli event for gaming professionals. | https://www.gameisconf.com/ | 600 | NIS 350 | N/A | None | ||
16 May | Game Audio Summit | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Valencia | Valencia, Spain | Game Audio Summit ’24 is the first edition of the first in-person Spanish event dedicated to the development of audio and music for video games, with the purpose of sharing experiences and shaping the future of the national industry. | https://www.eventbrite.es/e/entradas-game-audio-summit-24-818895708107 | 60 | Free | None | None | ||
16 – 18 May | Valencia Indie Summit | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Spain | Valencia | Valencia, Spain | This is the sixth edition of Valencia Indie Summit, an international event that gathered more than 600 fans, creators and professionals of our sector in its first edition, in an exhibition area with more than thirty teams. | https://www.valenciaindiesummit.com | 600 | Free | N/A | None | ||
19 – 21 May | Digital Dragons | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Krakow | Krakow, Poland | Digital Dragons is Central and Eastern Europe’s prime games industry conference addressed to representatives of the digital entertainment sector. | https://digitaldragons.pl/ | 2500+ | 349€ (Standard) / 419€ (Business) | Pine | None | ||
20 – 21 May | GamesBeat Summit | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, United States | GamesBeat Summit brings together leaders across the spectrum of the video game industry ecosystem including entrepreneurs, talent, anchor corporations, support organizations, investment capital, and innovation enablers. | https://gbs24.venturebeat.com/ | N/A | $997 | N/A | None | ||
21 – 24 May | Foundations of Digital Games | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Academia | North America | United States | Worcester | Worcester, United States | The International Conference on the Foundations of Digital Games (FDG) invites any-and-all research contributions that advance the study, understanding, and knowledge of digital games. FDG strives to provide a welcoming home for all types of games scholarship. | http://fdg2024.org/ | N/A | $475 (Standard) / $50 (Virtual) | N/A | None | ||
21 – 24 May | Nordic Game | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Malmö | Malmö, Sweden | Nordic Game welcomes you to celebrate our twentieth anniversary show, NG24 Spring on 21-24 May at historic Slagthuset Malmö, Sweden and online via Discord, Twitch and YouTube. | https://conf.nordicgame.com | N/A | 599€ (Standard Pass) / 199€ (Virtual) | Meet 2 Match | None | ||
22 – 23 May | WINGS Lounge & Meeting Space | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Networking | Europe | Sweden | Malmö | Malmö, Sweden | Welcome to the WINGS LOUNGE & MEETING SPACE, an inclusive meeting area and dedicated rendezvous point for women and other underrepresented gender identities within the Games Industry. | https://wingslounge.eventbrite.co.uk/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
23 May | IMPACT! | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Bristol | Bristol, United Kingdom | Learn how to grow your games biz! Marketing, community, biz dev and growth! All day micro conference in the heart of Bristol. | https://impress.games/impact | N/A | 29£ (Standard) | None | None | ||
23 – 26 May | PlayX4 | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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 | KRW 7,000 (Public) / KRW 50,000 (Business) | N/A | None | ||
24 – 26 May | Morocco Gaming Expo | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Africa | Morocco | Rabat | Rabat, Morocco | The first edition of Morocco Gaming Expo 2024 in Rabat, an exhibition that will take place from May 24th to 26th, 2024. This event will welcome investors and startups working in Gaming, as well as banks, telecom operators and training operators. | https://moroccogamingexpo.ma | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
24 – 27 May | MomoCon | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | United States | Atlanta | Atlanta, United States | MomoCon brings together fans of Japanese 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. | https://www.momocon.com/ | N/A | $50 Daily / $100 All Days | N/A | None | ||
25 May | INDIE Live Expo | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | Asia | Japan | Virtual | Virtual | INDIE Live Expo, Japan’s premiere online digital showcase series connecting indie game fans all over the world, returns. Serving as a gateway between indie scenes across the globe, INDIE Live Expo offers English, Japanese, and Chinese broadcasts. The broadcast starts at 1AM PT / 4AM ET / 10AM CEST. | https://indie.live-expo.games/en/ | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
29 – 30 May | Unreal Fest Gold Coast | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | Australia | Gold Coast | Gold Coast, Australia | Calling all developers from Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. Unreal Fest will return to the Gold Coast May 29-30, 2024. Interested in speaking at the conference? Call for proposals is now open for this event. Submissions will be accepted through March 18. | https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/events/unreal-fest-gold-coast-2024 | N/A | AUD $150 | None | None | ||
29 – 30 May | For The Win! | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Serbia | Belgrade | Belgrade, Serbia | For the Win! is a new and unique event in the European game dev space. It gathers both gaming professionals from the wider regions of CEE, Adriatic and the Balkans, as well as some of the leading European and global experts, decision makers and game dev ecosystem stakeholders. | https://ftwconference.com/ | 500+ | Invite Only (Free) | N/A | None | ||
31 May | GDCy FEST | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | The BIGGEST OPEN-AIR GameDev event is back! More than 50+ speakers inside 4 different tracks about video games industry, super productive networking with more than 1000 professionals from all around the globe, LIVE ROCK Concert and seaside activities – this is GDCy FEST! | www.gdcy.eu/fest | 1500+ | 149€ (Standard) / 499€ (VIP) | meet.gdcy.eu | None | ||
31 May – 1 Jun | Game Access | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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/conference/ | 2000+ | 210€ (Standard) / 307€ (VIP) | Pine | None | ||
31 May – 1 Jun | Indie Game Fest | 05 – MAY | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Dive into the world of indie games at the Indie Game Fest in the heart of Cologne. The Indie Game Fest is not just a showcase for extraordinary games but also a platform for networking that opens doors to new collaborations and opportunities. | https://indiegamefest.de/ | N/A | 15€ (Daily Visitor) / 211€ (Indie) / 369€ (Business) | N/A | None | ||
31 May – 2 Jun | DreamHack Dallas | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | Dallas | Dallas, United States | DreamHack Dallas brings everything gaming under one roof for a three-day festival from May 31-June 2. Connect, explore and win alongside tens of thousands of attendees for a celebration of gaming culture, cosplay, entertainment, tabletop, esports, and more. | dreamhack.com/dallas | 45,000 | $45 (Daily) / $119 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
1 – 2 Jun | Boston FIG Online Expo | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B2C | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join us on Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 for BostonFIG’s virtual festival, including a Showcase of public games, a Indie Designer Den, and Talks and Learns with speakers from the gaming industry. Enjoy two days of fun, games, and co-learning! | https://www.bostonfig.com/online-expo/ | N/A | $5 | N/A | Gather Town | ||
1 – 2 Jun | GameSummit Summer 2024 | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Azerbaijan | Baku | Baku, Azerbaijan | GameSummit Summer 2024 in Baku is a gaming festival featuring an expo, conferences, esports, and cosplay. Dive into the latest in gaming, connect with industry leaders, and celebrate gaming culture. Join us for the ultimate gamer gathering! | https://gamesummit.ai/ | 50,000 | 9$ | Gamesummit App | None | ||
3 Jun | Games Mental Health Summit | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The Games Mental Health Summit returns for a second year. Join your fellow games industry professionals for an open day full of keynotes, panels, workshops, and roundtables delivered by industry speakers and mental health professionals. | https://events.bafta.org/event/view.php?id=2383:f162-0c98#about | N/A | £15 | N/A | None | ||
3 – 4 Jun | Dev Play | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Romania | Bucharest | Bucharest, Romania | Get ready for two incredible days filled with engaging talks, interesting discussions, and insightful workshops led by industry experts. Connect with other professionals, meet talented developers, and find potential partners during the networking sessions. | https://dev-play.ro/ | N/A | 149€ (Standard) / 599€ (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
3 – 5 Jun | Gotland Game Conference | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Sweden | Visby | Visby, Sweden | Gotland Game Conference 2024 is happening 3rd to 5th of June in beautiful Visby on the island Gotland. Join us to play 45+ innovative games, listen to great talks, and recruit our students. | https://gotlandgameconference.com/2024/ | N/A | SEK 500 (Standard) / SEK 750 (Business) | N/A | None | ||
06 – JUN | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Europe | Ukraine | Virtual | Virtual | The biggest international online pitching event with 100+ publishers and investors! | https://gdbay.com/global-games-pitch/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||||
6 Jun | Israel Mobile Summit | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Israel | Tel Aviv | Tel Aviv, Israel | The Israel Mobile Summit is the biggest apps/games/adtech in Israel and one of the most influential events in EMEA. Each year it attracts 1,200-1,500 attendees. It’s a catch-all event that is attended by dozens of delegates from each game publisher in Israel, and some from rest of the world. | https://www.israelmobilesummit.com | 1200 | 199€ (Business) / 419€ (VIP) | Pine | None | ||
6 – 7 Jun | Guerrilla Collective | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Showcase | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Celebrate games online and in person with some of the industry’s best developers and publishers in these amazing summer showcases! Virtual showcase on Thursday followed by on-site event on Friday. We’re planning for Steam event page featuring games in both online and onsite showcases. #summergamefest | https://mediaindieexchange.com/showcases/guerrilla-collective-2024m | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
06 – JUN | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Kyrgyzstan | Bishkek | Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan | CAGS’24 will be attended by game developers, publishers, investors, and speakers from the United States, Europe, China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and the Kyrgyz Republic. | https://cagameshow.com | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||||
6 – 8 Jun | Freeplay: Angles Conference | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | Australia | Melbourne | Melbourne, Australia | Bringing together unique and curious talks from a diverse range of speakers, Angles seeks to examine games from academic, creative and experimental approaches. The 2024 edition is Freeplay’s first in-person festival in five years and you are warmly invited to its big comeback. | https://www.freeplay.net.au/ | N/A | AUD 100 | N/A | None | ||
7 Jun | Games Growth Summit | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Games Business event for investors, entrepreneurs and studios looking to scale effectively. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/games-growth-summit-tickets-870847226497?aff=oddtdtcreator | 150 | £65 (Indies) / £125 (Companies) | Curated intros | None | ||
7 Jun | PitchYaGame – June | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Pitching | Europe | United Kingdom | Virtual | Virtual | #PitchYaGame is a voluntary movement showcasing independent video games all across the world; pitched live twice a year, in June and November. | https://pitchyagame.com | N/A | Free | None | |||
7 Jun | Summer Game Fest | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Festival | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Hype machine is back. 2 hours of World Premieres broadcasted live and in front of live audience from YouTube Theater. #summergamefest | https://www.summergamefest.com | Watch the Showcase | N/A | N/A | None | None | ||
7 – 8 Jun | Game Audio Symposium | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Leeds | Leeds, United Kingdom | The Game Audio Symposium examines the process and practice of creating audio for video games, bringing together industry practitioners, academics, and aspiring audio designers in a 2-day symposium that aims to inform, develop, and inspire the next generation. | https://gameaudiosymposium.com/ | N/A | £22 (Daily) / £40 (Both days) | N/A | None | ||
7 – 9 Jun | IGN Live | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, United States | Join us for an epic three day event entirely focused on video games, movies, TV shows, and comics. #summergamefest | https://www.ign.com/live/ | Watch IGN Live Day 1 | Watch IGN Live Day 2 | Watch IGN Live Day 3 | N/A | $25 (Daily) / $50 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
7 – 9 Jun | Pixel Heaven | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Poland | Warsaw | Warsaw, Poland | Pixel Heaven Games & Pop Culture Festival is one of Europe’s key events dedicated to the fans of electronic entertainment. It’s also one of the biggest European events for indie game developers, who be able to enjoy the Expo zone, conference, and the Intel Pixel Awards Europe contest. | https://pixelheavenfest.com/en/ | N/A | 59.99 zł (Daily) / 99.99 zł (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
8 Jun | Future Game Show – Summer Showcase | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | The Future Games Show (FGS), powered by GamesRadar, is a digital showcase of the most exciting games of 2024 and beyond. The Future Games Show Summer Showcase, our biggest digital games event of the year, will take place on Saturday June 8. Each show will feature exclusive trailers, announcements, and deep dives on a variety of titles, from indie to AAA. #summergamefest | https://www.gamesradar.com/future-games-show/ | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
8 Jun | Wholesome Games Direct | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | A vibrant lineup of artistic, uplifting, and emotionally resonant games from developers of all sizes from around the world! Wholesome Direct will premiere Sat, June 8 at 9am PT / 12pm ET / 6pm CET. #summergamefest | https://wholesomegames.com/# | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
9 Jun | PC Gaming Show | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | North America | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Join us for another round of world premieres, exclusive announcements, and developer interviews. Celebrating 10 years with 50+ games, exclusives and announcements. Show starts at 1 PM PT / 4PM ET / 10PM CEST #summergamefest | https://www.pcgamingshow.com/ | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
9 Jun | Xbox Games Showcase / COD Black Ops 6 Direct | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | North America | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | The Xbox Games Showcase will be livestreamed on June 9, 2024, starting at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm BST (additional time zones below). Immediately following the Showcase we’ll be airing a special deep-dive into the next installment of a beloved franchise. This will also be our first Showcase featuring games from our portfolio of studios across Activision, Blizzard, Bethesda and Xbox Game Studios, in addition to titles from our third-party partners. #summergamefest | https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2024/04/30/xbox-games-showcase-2024-redacted-direct/ | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
10 Jun | Ubisoft Forward | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Showcase | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Join us live from Los Angeles for #UbiForward on June 10 at 12PM PT / 3PM ET / 9PM CEST for updates and upcoming releases! #summergamefest | https://www.ubisoft.com/en-gb/forward | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
10 – 17 Jun | Steam Next Fest: June Edition | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Steam Next Fest is a multi-day celebration where fans can try out demos, watch livestreams and interact with developers, 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 for a future launch on Steam. #summergamefest | https://partner.steamgames.com/doc/marketing/upcoming_events/nextfest/2024jun | N/A | Free | Steam | None | ||
11 – 12 Jun | GamesForum Hamburg | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | Gamesforum Hamburg offers a unique platform for networking and knowledge-sharing, bringing together professionals at the forefront of User Acquisition and Ad Monetization. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/hamburg-home/ | 300+ | 350€ | N/A | None | ||
11 – 12 Jun | WN Conference Istanbul | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | The WN Conference in Istanbul is a game industry deal-making event taking place on June 11-12. The event will bring together over 1,500 people, providing an excellent opportunity to expand your network and find new partners. | https://wnconf.com/ | 1500 | 469€ (Standard) / 609€ (Business) | WN Hub | None | ||
12 – 16 Jun | Tribeca Games | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2C | North America | United States | New York City | New York City, United States | Tribeca Games offers players a one-of-a-kind experience to explore the overlap of entertainment, culture, storytelling, art, and innovation. Our game selections and events celebrate the convergence of games, entertainment, and culture, highlighting storytelling, art, and game innovation. Play exclusive demos of all of the games selections for FREE at the Tribeca Games Gallery from Jun 12-16. And attend a Tribeca Games Special Event, featuring Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth on June 14. | https://tribecafilm.com/festival | 130,000 | Free | N/A | None | ||
13 Jun | ESI London | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | ESI London is back but this time it’s One Day Only. The world’s esports & video games industry festival has a new feel for 2024, focusing on conversation & getting business done. There’ll still be panels & presentations, but Less will be More when it comes to the main stage content. | https://esportsinsider.com/events/esi-london | 500 | £210 | N/A | None | ||
13 – 14 Jun | XP Game Summit | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Over two days, connect with global industry professionals to explore crucial industry trends, develop new and innovative business-building opportunities, unlock the potential of game Intellectual Property (IP), and help shape the future of gaming! | https://xpgamesummit.com/ | N/A | 349CAD (Standard) / 449CAD (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
14 – 15 Jun | DevGAMM Vilnius | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Lithuania | Vilnius | Vilnius, Lithuania | Kick off your summer with a two-day event all about content, networking, and fun — at a vibrant location in sunny Vilnius. Whether you’re an executive pro or an aspiring indie, we’ve got chill vibes tailored to your needs. Celebrate the game dev industry in style! | https://devgamm.com/vilnius2024/ | N/A | $90 (Indie) / $300 (Business) | Pine | None | ||
14 – 15 Jun | Madrid Games Show | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Madrid | Madrid, Spain | The event will take place in various spaces of Matadero in Madrid, with an Auditorium full of conferences and round tables, an exhibition area for video game studios, and a B2B networking space managed through the MeetToMatch platform. | https://madgamesshow.com/en/ | N/A | Free | MeetToMatch | None | ||
14 – 16 Jun | Game Con Canada (GCC) | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Canada | Edmonton | Edmonton, Alberta | Game Con Canada is a three-day gaming expo where attendees will have access to play hundreds of games from video game studios and board game developers from around the world. Join us for a weekend full of gaming, entertainment, making new friends and discovering new experiences. | https://gameconcanada.com/ | 40,000 + | $47 CAD (Daily) / $113 CAD (All Access) | MeetToMatch | BOGO Z4GC216 | ||
13 – 19 Jun | Toronto Games Week | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Toronto Games Week is a celebration of playable arts and culture! The next Toronto Games Week will be on June 13-19, 2024 and is a collective coordination of events organized independently by dozens of organizations, creators, curators, and companies. | https://torontogamesweek.com/ | N/A | Various | N/A | None | ||
17 – 21 Jun | International Indigenous Digital Games Summit | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | New Zealand | Dunedin | Dunedin, New Zealand | Whare Karioi will bring together Indigenous game developers from around the world to connect, share and support their indigeneity in the video games industry. It will consist of talks, panels and workshops throughout the week, and including evening networking events. | https://www.nz-code.nz/wharekarioi | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
17 – 21 Jun | International Summer School on AI and Games | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Malta | Valletta | Valletta, Malta | This summer school is suitable for industrial game developers, designers, programmers and practitioners, but also for graduate students in games, artificial intelligence, design, human-computer interaction, and computational intelligence. | https://school.gameaibook.org/ | N/A | 625€ (Indie) / 1000€ (Industry) | N/A | None | ||
18 – 20 Jun | Unreal Fest Prague | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czech Republic | Prague | Prague, Czech Republic | We’re excited to be back in Prague for our European Unreal Fest event! Join us June 18-20, 2024. Interested in speaking at the event? Call for proposals is now open. Submissions will be accepted through February 29. | https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/events/unreal-fest-2024-global-lineup | N/A | $298 | N/A | None | ||
19 Jun | INDIGO | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Utrecht | Utrecht, Netherlands | The leading Dutch game business event to meet with 800+ industry professionals, learn from top speakers and discover amazing new games in the iconic INDIGO showcase. | https://indigoshowcase.nl/ | 800+ | 182€ (Conference Pass) / 194€ (Business) | Meet 2 Match | None | ||
21 – 23 Jun | NarraScope | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | North America | United States | Rochester | Rochester, United States | NarraScope is an event that supports interactive narrative, adventure games, and interactive fiction by bringing together writers, developers, and players. This year we’re at The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY! | https://narrascope.org/ | N/A | Free (Student) / $25 (Virtual) / $95 (Standard) | N/A | None | ||
22 Jun | Tokyo Sandbox | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | It is an indie game show featuring 100 indie game creators, and hosting up to 1200 visitors. Any independent game company (non-subsidiary) or teams, from anywhere in the world, of up to 60 employees can apply to exhibit. | https://www.tokyosandbox.com/ | 1200 | ¥2,000 | N/A | None | ||
22 – 23 Jun | HIT Games Conference – Barcelona | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | A series of B2B gaming events, unites 500 professionals from 45+ countries over two days. The conference, with two stages and an expo area, includes networking activities. Featuring 70+ speakers, it explores gaming market insights in mobile, PC, console, VR, AR, and Web3 sectors. | https://hgconf.com/barcelona2024 | 500 | 249€ (Standard) / 399€ (Business) | Pine | None | ||
24 – 25 Jun | Game Camp France | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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/ | 1000+ | 285€ (Standard) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
24 – 30 Jun | Games Career Week | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | HR / Recruitment | Europe | United Kingdom | Various | Various, United Kingdom | Games Careers Week brings a range of organisations together to allow young people to explore the various pathways into games and creative industries. | https://gamescareersweek.org/ | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | ||
25 – 27 Jun | Game Quality Forum | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | The Netherlands | Amsterdam | Amsterdam, The Netherlands | Game Quality Forum is an event for the unsung heroes of the gaming world, focusing on QA, Localization and Player Community. Innovative Integration & Experimentation, Value Advocacy to Management, Holistic Well-being in Gaming, Resilient Community Engagement & Budget-Friendly Player Excellence” | https://www.iqpc.com/events-gamequalityforum | 400 | 1,299€ | CrowdComms | GAMECONFGUIDE20 | ||
26 – 30 Jun | gamescom LATAM (BIG Festival) | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | South America | Brazil | São Paulo | São Paulo, Brazil | The Gamescom team is working with the BIG organisers and merging that Festival into Gamescom Latam. | https://latam.gamescom.global/en/festival-big/en/ | 50,000+ | R$ 95 (Daily), R$ 345 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
27 – 28 Jun | Games for Change | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | New York | New York, United States | The Festival will showcase the games and XR industry’s capacity for innovation, creativity, and social impact leadership in critical areas related to the SDGs, such as sustainability, accessibility, health, education, and more. | https://festival.gamesforchange.org/ | N/A | $360 (Daily) / $720 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
29 – 30 Jun | Twitchcon Europe | 06 – JUN | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Rotterdam, Netherlands | TwitchCon is about finding your community, catching unmissable cosplay, watching your favorite streamers battle it on the big stage, plus so much more. It’s going to be a wild ride, and we can’t wait for you to join us in Rotterdam! | https://www.twitchcon.com/rotterdam-2024/ | TBA | 75€ (Daily) / 125€ (All Access) | N/A | None | ||
1 – 5 Jul | DIGRA | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Academia | South America | Mexico | Guadalajara | Guadalajara, Mexico | We aim to learn how video games are shaping our societies in a world where the digital now is mixed with reality. In these mixed environments, children are native digitals where video games and playgrounds rule how they may behave in the future in our societies. | https://digraconference2024.org/ | N/A | 180€ (Standard) / 60€ (Virtual) | N/A | None | ||
3 – 5 Jul | First Playable | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Italy | Florence | Florence, Italy | Are you an Italian games developer ready for two days of coaching, talking, and pitching? Or a publisher/investor wanting to get to know the Italian games industry? Then First Playable is the event for you. Get feedback, learn the business or pitch. | https://www.firstplayable.it/ | N/A | 99€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
4 – 5 Jul | Play by Play | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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. After all the stress of the pandemic years, we want to put together a schedule of united, wholesome content for our games communities. | https://playbyplay.co.nz/ | N/A | $230 (Standard) | N/A | None | ||
07 – JUL | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Singapore | Singapore | Singapore, Singapore | After a successful second edition, ESI & REDD+E will continue to provide world-class esports industry events, and we’re excited to return to Singapore in July 2024 for the third instalment. This next edition will focus on esports as well as the aligned gaming, creator economy and education sectors. | https://esportsinsider.com/events/esi-singapore | 300 | S$300 (Standard) | N/A | None | ||||
9 – 11 Jul | Develop Brighton | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Brighton | Brighton, United Kingdom | Develop:Brighton has been bringing together the European Game Dev community from global superstars to micro indies – since 2006. Come and learn from your peers and share your experiences, hear from the industry’s leading lights, get up-to-date with tools, and network. | https://www.developconference.com/ | 4500+ | £915 (Standard) / Free (Expo Only) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
10 – 11 Jul | Taipei Game Developers Forum | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei City | Taipei City, Taiwan | Taipei Game Developers Forum (TGDF) will celebrate its 13th edition in 2024, marking the return of In-Person Sessions after the pandemic. This will provide game developers, speakers, and game companies with the opportunity for direct interaction and exchange. There is a Twitch stream during July 13th-14th planned, but the core conference sessions will be in-person focused. | https://2024.tgdf.tw/en | N/A | NTD 2400 | N/A | None | ||
19 – 20 Jul | TennoCon | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Festival | North America | Canada | London | London, Canada | This year’s show once again returns to London, Ontario — with an event spanning two dates for the first time ever! Witness the very best the Origin System has to offer and be the first to see the future of Warframe in person at TennoCon 2024! | https://www.warframe.com/tennocon | N/A | Sold Out | None | None | ||
19 – 21 Jul | BitSummit Drift | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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 | 2,000 JPY (Standard) / 20,000 JPY (Business) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
19 – 21 Jul | gameDev Evening | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Łochów | Łochów, Poland | gameDev Evening is a non-profit, ticket-only, professional game developers gathering, organized by devs themselves. Each year, we host around 300 developers from around the world. | https://www.gamedevevening.com/ | 300+ | 999 zł (Standard) – 1 500 zł (Premium) | None | None | ||
20 Jul | Nothing Without Us | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B2C | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | “Nothing Without Us” is an event created by disabled gamers to give disabled content creators and games industry professionals the platform to share their experiences, insight and expertise with each other and non-disabled content creators and games industry members. | https://www.nothingwithoutus.co.uk/ | N/A | £22 | N/A | None | ||
17 – 28 Jul | Game Discovery Exhibition | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | Canada | Edmonton | Edmonton, Canada | GDX is the largest celebration of independent games in Canada, the Game Discovery Exhibition is a two day professional conference followed by ten days of public exhibition in partnership with Edmonton’s largest festival. GDX conference provides a wide array of professional development opportunities at an affordable price. Our Summits this year will focus around Building a Better Games Industry, EDI, Games + AI, and our newest addition: Indigeneity and Diaspora in Games. | https://www.interactiveartsalberta.org/gdx | 150,000 | $150 (Standard) / $250 (All Access) / $15.00 (Daily) | N/A | None | ||
26 – 28 Jul | High Performance Graphics | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Denver | Denver, United States | High-Performance Graphics (HPG) is the leading international forum for performance-oriented graphics and imaging systems research, including innovative algorithms, efficient implementations, languages, compilers, parallelism, and hardware architectures for high-performance graphics. | https://www.highperformancegraphics.org/2024/ | N/A | $775 (Standard) / $425 (Student) | N/A | None | ||
26 – 28 Jul | Philippine Gamedev Expo | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Philippines | Manila | Manila, Philippines | PGDX, a B2B / B2C event, will showcase the biggest gathering of games and invite well known game personalities in the industry for speaking engagements / workshops throughout the three day event. The event will link diff. types of business companies in the industry through meetings and gatherings. | https://www.pgdx.ph/ | 20,000+ | ₱495 (Daily) / ₱1,335 (All Days) | Website | None | ||
26 – 29 Jul | ChinaJoy | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | ChinaJoy takes games as its core, covering digital entertainment fields such as comic & animation, internet video and music, e-literature, e-sports, designer toys, intelligent entertainment software and hardware and a wide range of digital entertainment fields. | https://www.chinajoy.net/cjdhen/# | N/A | ¥200 | N/A | None | ||
28 Jul – 1 Aug | SIGGRAPH | 07 – JUL | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Denver | Denver, United States | And the SIGGRAPH 2024 conference & exhibition will be held in … Denver, Colorado from 28 July–1 August 2024! Lace up your hiking boots and kick off the next 50 years of technological transformations with us in 2024. #SIGGRAPH2024 | https://www.siggraph.org/ | N/A | $1090 (Standard) / $990 (Virtual) / $25 (Expo) | N/A | None | ||
1 – 4 Aug | Gen Con | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | United States | Indianapolis | Indianapolis, United States | Gen Con is the largest and longest-running tabletop gaming convention in North America, held annually in Indianapolis, IN. | https://www.gencon.com/ | 70,000+ | $74 (Daily) / $143 (All Days) / $243 (Trade) | N/A | None | ||
2 Aug | THQ Nordic Digital Showcase | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | The same procedure as last year? Our annual THQ Nordic Digital Showcase returns on August 2, 2024 (12PM PT / 3PM ET / 9PM CEST)! Join us for new announcements, exciting updates on Gothic 1 Remake, Titan Quest II and much more. | https://showcase.thqnordic.com/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
3 Aug | Boston GameLoop | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Boston | Boston, United States | GameLoop is a user-generated “unconference” on game development. It is open to professional game devs, hobbyists, students, critics, journalists, and anyone else interested. | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/boston-gameloop-2024-tickets-865099996377 | N/A | $50 | None | None | ||
3 – 4 Aug | Game Sound Summit | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | South America | Puerto Rico | San Juan | San Juan, Puerto Rico | Are you a composer, sound designer, or game developer passionate about creating immersive audio experiences for video games? Game Sound Summit 2024 is designed just for you! | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/game-sound-summit-2024-tickets-911818633077 | N/A | $135 | N/A | None | ||
3 – 4 Aug | Stun Game Festival | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | South America | Brazil | Florianópolis | Florianópolis, Brazil | Stun Game Festival is the biggest games industry event in southern Brazil. A festival for the community that has been bringing thousands of gamers together every year since 2018. It’s a catalyst for new ideas and new products, as well as a connector of people! | https://stun.games/ | 5000+ | Free | N/A | None | ||
7 – 8 Aug | German Dev Days | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Frankfurt | Frankfurt, Germany | More than 40 lectures, several panel discussions, 8 workshops, more than 60 speakers and 12 exhibitors offer game developers, industry experts, students and visitors a relaxed event setting to get to know each other, exchange ideas and get hands-on information. to gain experience. | https://germandevdays.com/ | N/A | 149€ | N/A | None | ||
8 – 11 Aug | QuakeCon | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | Texas | Grapevine | Grapevine, Texas | Grab your rigs, organize your cables, chill a couple energy drinks and polish those keycaps (unless you’re entering the Dirty Keyboard Contest!): QuakeCon is back this summer! Join us August 8 – 11 when we bring the world-famous LAN party back. | https://quakecon.bethesda.net/en/ | N/A | $75 (Standard) / $375 (Elite) | N/A | None | ||
9 Aug | GDLX | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | GDLX is the ultimate gathering for indie game developers and enthusiasts, It’s where the indie game scene shines brightest, showcasing the brightest talent in the industry. Including talks, panels, and roundtable discussions, led by industry experts on a wide range of topics. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gdl-indie-games-expo-gdlx-2024-tickets-888211102317 | 800 | £38 | None | None | ||
12 – 14 Aug | Serious Play Conference | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Serious Play is the only conference that offers a full track of sessions serving every major application for the use of serious games and simulations in training or education as well as a full track on instructional/game design. | https://www.seriousplayconf.com/ | 500 | CA$375 / CA$650 (Developer), CA$250 (Student) | Brella | None | ||
16 – 17 Aug | GCX | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | United States | Orlando | Orlando, United States | A meet-up for creators that began in a local bar has transformed into the Southeast’s Premier Community Event — GCX. Its roots started in gaming but have expanded into the realm of content creation, fostering community, and providing a vacation for our attendees, creators, and exhibitors alike. | https://gcxevent.com/ | N/A | $115 (Daily) / $275 (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
16 – 18 Aug | Busan Indie Connect (BIC) | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | South Korea | Busan | Busan , South Korea | The Busan IndieConnect Festival began in 2015 and is a global indie game festival held every year in Busan, where you can meet indie games of various ideas and genres from indie games that were usually difficult to access. | https://bicfest.org/ | N/A | $120 (Business) / $10 (Public – Daily) | N/A | None | ||
18 – 20 Aug | devcom Developer Conference | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Europe’s biggest and gamescom’s official game developer conference with 3400+ attendees will offer a wide range of events and sessions for international games industry professionals. #ddc2024 #gamescom | https://www.devcom.global/ | N/A | 680€ (Developer) / 1360€ (Business) | Swapcard | None | ||
19 – 21 Aug | Replaying Japan | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | North America | United States | Buffalo | Buffalo, United States | In August 2024, New York State (Western New York) will become a hub for Game Studies scholars as Replaying Japan makes its way to Buffalo, alongside the Video Game Preservation Conference, which will take place at The Strong Museum of Play in Rochester. | https://replaying.jp | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | ||
19 – 23 Aug | MeetToMatch – Cologne Edition | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Meet all relevant publishers, investors, and developers during the biggest games industry gathering in Cologne. #gamescom | https://www.meettomatch.com/cologne/ | N/A | 99€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
20 Aug | Courage Cologne | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | After last years’ success (more than 4000! game professionals), Courage Cologne is partnering with the friendly folks from Devcom again. Expect a new location, new indies to showcase their work, and a dedicated Citizen Science Area with games that foster scientific research. #gamescom | https://courage.events/event/courage-cologne-2024/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
20 Aug | gamescom: Opening Night Live | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Showcase | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | The spectacular ONL live show produced by Geoff Keighley returns for 2024. Welcome to gamescom Opening Night Live 2024 (ONL), the big opening show of gamescom! Be there live as host Geoff Keighley and co-host Eefje Depoortere aka Sjokz lead you through an outstanding show. With thousands of fans on site in Cologne and millions of digital viewers. Look forward to:, New game announcements, Trailer and gameplay reveals, Talks with prominent guests, A first look at gamescom 2024 events. The show starts at 11AM PT / 2PM ET / 8PM CEST. | https://www.gamescom.global/en/program/onl | Watch the Showcase | N/A | 34€ (On-site) / Free (Stream) | None | None | ||
21 Aug | Future Game Show @ gamescom | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | The Future Games Show (FGS), powered by GamesRadar, is a digital showcase of the most exciting games of 2024 and beyond. Each show will feature exclusive trailers, announcements, and deep dives on a variety of titles, from indie to AAA. #gamescom | https://www.gamesradar.com/future-games-show/ | Watch the Showcase | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
21 – 22 Aug | Save the Games | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | New York | Rochester | Rochester, New York | The purpose of the symposium is not only to share knowledge but also to cultivate relationships among key contributors in game preservation in order to further the collective work of preserving our digital play heritage. The symposium will follow and be organized in conjunction with Replaying Japan. | https://www.museumofplay.org/save-the-games-a-digital-preservation-symposium/ | N/A | $36 | N/A | None | ||
21 – 23 Aug | CEDEC | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Academia | Asia | Japan | Yokohama | Yokohama, Japan | This is Japan’s largest conference for computer entertainment developers to share game technology and knowledge. Approximately 200 sessions are held in seven fields: engineering, production, visual arts, business & production, sound, game design, and academic/fundamental technology. | https://cedec.cesa.or.jp/2024/ | N/A | N/A | None | None | ||
30 Aug – 2 Sep | PAX West | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | United States | Seattle | Seattle, United States | PAX West is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. | https://west.paxsite.com/en-us.html | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
2 – 6 Sep | GDN Virtual Networking Week | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | GDN’s event helps you secure meaningful connections with publishers and distributors, developers, and service providers within the games industry all within a highly structured but relaxed environment. | https://www.gamedevelopersnetwork.biz/event/next | N/A | Free (for Members) | N/A | None | ||
3 Sep | ASO Conference | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | The ASO Conference is a Berlin-based exclusive event focusing on expert-level growth marketing discussions. The content has been going beyond ASO (App Store Optimization) already in the last two years — this year, we’re making it our motto. | https://asoconference.com/ | 300+ | 251€ (Dev) / 503€ (Vendor) | N/A | None | ||
3 – 5 Sep | Games Industry Law Summit | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Lithuania | Vilnius | Vilnius, Lithuania | In 2024, the Summit runs for the 9th time. We offer 300 seats, and we expect counsels and executives from over 200 studios, platforms, associations & law firms. The three-day program at a private venue in Vilnius Old Town is focused on learning and debating, expanding the network and catching up. | https://gameslawsummit.org/games-industry-law-summit-in-vilnius/ | 300 | 1,400€ | N/A | None | ||
3 – 6 Sep | XDS | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | External Development Summit will welcome back professionals from around the world for an unforgettable experience packed full of valuable networking, knowledge sharing, and surprise social events! On Sept 3, come and jumpstart your networking and business before the full event opens! | https://xdsummit.com/ | N/A | $1195 | N/A | None | ||
6 Sep | HIT Games Conference Bangalore | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | India | Bangalore | Bangalore, India | HGC Bangalore is a B2B event in India for C-levels and decision makers in gaming. This 1-day conference hosts 350 professionals with 40+ speakers discussing gaming market news, insights, and trends, focusing on mobile gaming. | https://hgconf.com/bangalore2024 | 350 | 69€ (Standard) / 149€ (Business) | Pine | GUIDE_15OFF | ||
21 – 25 Aug | gamescom | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Gamescom is a trade fair for video games held annually at the Koelnmesse in Cologne. #gamescom | https://gamescom.de/ | N/A | 64,5€ (Daily) / 127 (All Days), 29,5€ (Daily – Public) | Swapcard | None | ||
21 – 25 Aug | Game Connection Online – gamescom Edition | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Europe | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join our online event alongside Gamescom in Cologne. Connect with industry leaders, schedule meetings via Let’s Meet biz-matching platform, and explore business opportunities. #gamescom | https://www.game-connection.com/registration-game-connection-online-2024/ | N/A | TBA | Let’s Meet | None | ||
22 Aug | gamescom Congress | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | The congress will take place in Cologne and will bring together experts from business, culture, education, politics, science, journalism and game development. For this year, we are particularly looking for contributions on the focus topics of “Democracy” and “Artificial Intelligence”. #gamescom | https://congress.gamescom.global/en/gamescom-congress/ | N/A | TBA | Swapcard | None | ||
23 – 25 Aug | Play NYC | 08 – AUG | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | United States | New York | New York, United States | Play NYC — New York’s premier gaming convention — returns in its 9th year to a fresh venue through a partnership with Anime NYC. Play NYC unites creators and fans from the New York area and beyond in a three-day celebration of games featuring:PLAYABLE GAMES & CREATORS & OPPORTUNITIES. | https://play-nyc.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
8 – 10 Sep | Promised Land Art Festival | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Łódź | Łódź, Poland | Bringing together professionals working in film, gaming, and other creative industries, Promised Land is a place for the exchange of knowledge and experience, for networking, and crossing the divide between the digital and the traditional arts. | https://www.promisedland-artfestival.com/en | N/A | 2190 PLN / 999 PLN (Daily) | N/A | None | ||
9 – 11 Sep | Live Service Gaming Summit | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The first cross-platform industry conference focused on crafting engaging player experiences, managing scalable LiveOps infrastructure, and delivering sustained monetisation of live games. | https://www.iqpc.com/events-live-service-gaming-summit | N/A | £799 (Standard) – SOLD OUT | N/A | MP10 | ||
12 – 13 Sep | WN Conference Cyprus | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | Cyprus | Limassol | Limassol, Cyprus | WN Conference Cyprus ’24 is a gaming industry deal-closing event, featuring an expo zone and lecture halls, set to take place in Limassol this September. It will bring together over 800 leaders from the game industry. | https://wnconf.com/ | 800 | 549€ | WN Hub | None | ||
13 Sep | Women Create Games | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Italy | Milan | Milan, Italy | An extraordinary educational forum, dedicated to showcasing the incredible achievements and insights of professional women in games industry. This event provides an invaluable opportunity for students to engage directly with industry pros, learn their career stories and game dev best practices. | https://www.eventhorizonschool.com/women-create-games-milan-september-13/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
13 – 15 Sep | Gaming Istanbul | Indieway | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | GIST brings together computer games ecosystem. Offering wide range for gamers, GIST is “by gamers, for gamers”. Indieway is GIST’s official B2B, providing dealmakers effective, low-cost online/in-person business via potential markets, hybrid events, growing community. | https://www.gamingistanbul.com/ | N/A | 120€ (Standard) / 400€ (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
17 Sep | GamesForum London | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Welcome to Gamesforum London: The Ultimate Monetization Summit! Join us for an immersive event where gaming meets monetization, dedicated to exploring the dynamic landscape of ad monetization in mobile games. Gamesforum London is a one-day summit focusing on Ad Monetization in F2P mobile games. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/london | 150 | £299 | N/A | None | ||
18 Sep | GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | HR / Recruitment | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | The event, which tackles the biggest issues facing HR professionals today, is returning for a second year at the prestigious Royal Institution in London. It takes place on September 18, and will now run all day, concluding with the 2024 Best Places To Work Awards. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gamesindustrybiz-hr-summit-2024-tickets-906793512807 | N/A | £180 | N/A | None | ||
18 Sep | Hive Creative Buzz | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Bulgaria | Sofia | Sofia, Bulgaria | Hive 2024 Creative Buzz will once again bring Bulgaria’s creative communities together! Buckle-up for a day full of: Networking, Knowledge sharing & Awesomeness showdown. | https://tuk-tam.bg/hive/creative | 1200+ | Free | None | None | ||
18 – 19 Sep | GamingonPhone Conference (GPC) | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Asia | India | Virtual | Virtual | GamingonPhone Conference (GPC) Online brings together industry experts, business leaders, and professionals from the mobile gaming ecosystem to discuss trends, challenges, and opportunities. This time it will feature 45+ speakers, 200+ companies, and 300+ attendees from 50+ countries. | https://gpconf.com/gpc-online-2024-2nd-edition/ | 300 | Free | Inside the platform | None | ||
18 – 19 Sep | Indie Game Business Sessions – September Edition | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Learn more about video game business, marketing, and licensing from industry leaders. | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/indiegamebusiness-sessions-sep-2024-powered-by-the-powell-group-tickets-856376102977 | N/A | $50 (Standard) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
18 – 20 Sep | Northern Games Summit | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Kajaani | Kajaani, Finland | Northern Game Summit is a yearly held game development convension in Kajaani, Finland. Professionals from video game companies all over the world are invited to come and share their wisdom. | https://northerngamesummit.com/ | N/A | 149€ (Standard) / 249€ (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
18 – 20 Sep | Unite | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | Biggest Unite in years. At Unite 2024, there’ll be amazing creator content, eye-popping demos, tech talks, interactive sessions, evening events, and much more. Picture yourself in this gorgeous, sun-drenched Mediterranean city – learning, networking, and having fun. | https://unity.com/events/unite | N/A | 799€ | N/A | None | ||
18 – 21 Sep | Game Devs of Color Expo | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Our 9th annual celebration of Game Devs of Color will feature new voices and games that connect an uplifting community of creators from around the world. Online conference with talks, panels, and interviews with industry experts, Steam Expo + more. | https://www.gamedevsofcolorexpo.com/ | N/A | $50 (Standard) | N/A | None | ||
19 – 20 Sep | GDC Showcase | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | North America | United States | Virtual | Virtual | Game Developers Conference (GDC) Showcase brings together a dynamic community of game developers – from industry veterans to aspiring talent. Dive into two days of immersive learning and networking, where you’ll gain key insights, sharpen your skills, explore new career opportunities. | https://showcase.gdconf.com/ | N/A | $49 | Proprietary | None | ||
20 – 22 Sep | LatinX Games Festival | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | Albuquerque | Albuquerque, United States | Latinx Games Festival is the definitive video game industry event for Latinx game development. We connect our community to the video game industry and plant the seeds for a richer, more mature video game industry that positively impacts the future of Latinx game development. | https://www.latinxgamesfestival.com/ | N/A | $34.99 (Daily) | N/A | None | ||
20 – 22 Sep | TwitchCon | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | United States | San Diego | San Diego, United States | Connecting with your community, catching iconic Rivals showdowns, meeting your favorite streamers IRL, plus so much more. It’s going to be a one for the books – we can’t wait for you to join us in San Diego! | https://www.twitchcon.com/san-diego-2024/ | N/A | $159 (Daily) / $239 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
21 Sep | Full Indie Summit | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | The Full Indie Summit is an annual conference that covers a variety of topics relevant to the indie developer, such as design, art, marketing, sound, production, and the workplace. | https://www.fullindie.com/about-the-summit | N/A | CA$40 | N/A | None | ||
23 – 25 Sep | ESI Lisbon | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon, Portugal | Two full days featuring insightful content, alongside productive, and memorable networking opportunities in the Lisboa sunshine. Also introducing Esports Leaders, an invite-only event for c-suite leaders to partake in action-oriented meetings and sessions with top-tier hospitality. | https://esportsinsider.com/events/esi-lisbon | 1000+ | 117€ (Expo Only) / 738€ (Standard) | N/A | None | ||
25 – 26 Sep | Horizon(s) | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Bordeaux | Bordeaux, France | Horizon(s) is a 2 day event for games industry decision makers. Following the success of the first two editions, Horizon(s) returns to take stock of the current state of the video game industry and explore future challenges and opportunities. | https://www.horizonsvideogames.com/en/ | 350+ | 360€ (Standard) | N/A | None | ||
25 – 26 Sep | Nexus | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Ireland | Dublin | Dublin, Ireland | NEXUS Games Conference welcomes 300 games industry leaders to Dublin for two days of networking events, live stage content and roundtable discussions. Hear from international thought leaders discussing key industry topics and trends. | https://gamerfest.ie/nexus/ | 300 | 178€ (Standard) / 49€ (Indie) | N/A | None | ||
26 Sep | MGS Games | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | MGS Games in San Francisco is a premier event for app publishers and developers in the mobile gaming industry, offering valuable insights, networking opportunities, and knowledge sharing sessions with some of the top professionals in the industry. | https://mobilegrowthassociation.com/events/mgs-games/ | N/A | $1,602 | N/A | None | ||
26 – 27 Sep | MeetToMatch – The Tokyo Edition | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | Meet Japanese and international publishers, investors, and developers online or on-site, during the largest trade show in Tokyo. After another successful MeetToMatch – The San Francisco Edition, MeetToMatch – The Tokyo Edition is back for it’s fourth run! | https://www.meettomatch.com/tokyo/ | N/A | 90€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
26 – 29 Sep | Tokyo Game Show | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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 show is open to the public during the last two days, allowing them to experience the latest gaming technologies. | https://expo.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2023/en/ | 250,000 | 3,000 JPY (Public Daily) / 11,000 JPY (Business) | Proprietary | None | ||
26 – 29 Sep | Game Connection Online – Tokyo Game Show Edition | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Asia | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join our online event alongside Tokyo Game Show in Tokyo. Connect with industry leaders, schedule meetings via Let’s Meet biz-matching platform, and explore business opportunities. | https://www.game-connection.com/registration-game-connection-online-2024/ | N/A | Free | Let’s Meet | None | ||
27 Sep | XP Indie Biz Connect | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | Join West Coast video game industry professionals. XP Indie Biz Connect is a one-day event focused on the business of indie game development, connecting attendees with the people and knowledge needed to succeed in a competitive industry. | https://xpgaming.biz/indie-biz-connect/ | N/A | CA$222 | N/A | None | ||
27 – 28 Sep | Warhammer Conference | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Academia | Europe | Germany | Heidelberg | Heidelberg, Germany | Together we aim to put Warhammer 40k on the academic map, and explore the many interesting implications of the 40k universe. We invite entries from all fields, including but not limited to: Philosophy, Games Studies, Literature, Politics, Science & Technology Studies or Theology. | https://warhammer-conference.com/call-for-papers/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
27 – 29 Sep | Indie Dev Day | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | The largest independent video game fair in Spain. Meetups, workshops, conferences and a lot of love for videogames. | https://www.indiedevday.es | N/A | 9€ (Daily) / 15€ (All Days) / 68€ (Business) | N/A | None | ||
27 – 29 Sep | MAGWest | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | San Jose | San Jose, United States | Maybe you’ve heard of MAGFest but don’t know what this is, or maybe you’ve never experienced pure bliss, but MAGWest is a nonstop weekend event with console gaming, arcades, tabletop, LAN, live video game cover bands, chiptunes, guests, and more, now with 100% more west coast style! | https://www.magwest.org/ | N/A | $90 | N/A | None | ||
30 Sep | Leadership Day by IGDA Finland | 09 – SEP | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | There were no dedicated games leadership conferences in Europe… so we decided to make one! Leadership Day by IGDA Finland is an international event about how we build companies, teams and working cultures to build better games. | https://www.igda.fi/leadership-day | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
30 Sep – 2 Oct | DICE Europe | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Italy | Lake Como | Lake Como, Italy | D.I.C.E. Europe 2024 will be taking place from September 30th to October 2nd in Lake Como, Italy. Experience a scenic landscape rich in culture and history while networking with top creative and business leaders within the games industry. Registration details will be announced soon. | https://www.diceeurope.org | N/A | $1,875 | N/A | None | ||
30 Sep – 3 Oct | Unreal Fest Seattle | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Seattle | Seattle, United States | Our flagship event moves to Seattle, Washington this year. Mark your calendars for September 30 to October 3, 2024, and sign up for updates to get a heads up when more details are released. | https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/events/unreal-fest-seattle-2024 | N/A | $549 | N/A | None | ||
30 Sep – 4 Oct | Finnish Games Week | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Finnish Game Week is a week-long series of game industry events in Helsinki, featuring Leadership Day by IGDA Finland, Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki, and W Love Games conferences. It brings together game developers, students, and like-minded creatives. | https://www.finnishgamesweek.com/ | N/A | Various | None | None | ||
30 Sep – 5 Oct | Gamathon | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Africa | Nigeria | Lagos | Lagos, Nigeria | The Gamathon is Africa’s premier convention of stakeholders in the Interactive and Immersive Media industry to showcase their works, network, and connect to opportunities for collaboration and funding. It is a hybrid convention hosted by Africacomicade and consisting of workshops, talks, showcase. | https://africacomicade.org/gamathon/ | N/A | $25 (Standard) / $50 (Business) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
1 – 2 Oct | PG Connects Helsinki | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Pocket Gamer Connects focuses on connecting you with the right people from all sections of the games industry. We unite delegates across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered. All while having fun and fostering a real “games industry family” feel. | https://www.pgconnects.com/helsinki/ | N/A | £219 (Indie) / £539 (Standard) / £1349 (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
1 – 3 Oct | Level UP KL | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | LEVEL UP KL is the premier annual Southeast Asia Game Developers Conference, organised by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). This year marks a decade of hard-won Leveling Up as a prominent developer’s event in Southeast Asia. | https://mdec.my/levelupkl | N/A | Free (Expo) / $125 (Standard) / $250 (Business) | N/A | None | ||
2 Oct | Game Conf | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Angoulême | Angoulême, France | The Pôle Image Magelis is organizing a one-day conference, the Game Conf. The program for this professional day will bring together quality speakers around inspiring conferences punctuated by networking moments to encourage exchanges and feedback. | https://www.gameconf.fr/ | N/A | Free (Sold Out) | N/A | None | ||
2 – 3 Oct | Donna Day | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Skövde | Skövde, Sweden | Every year, in connection to Sweden Game Conference, DONNA organize DONNA DAY for game development students at a Swedish higher education who identify as female, trans and non-binary people. | https://swedengameconference.se/en/donna-day/ | 100+ | TBA | N/A | None | ||
2 – 4 Oct | Sweden Game Conference | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Skövde | Skövde, Sweden | Every year, Sweden Game Conference gathers the Swedish games industry in Skövde. We welcome students, junior and senior developers, game companies, startups, researchers, teachers, politicians, investors and decision makers to enjoy our three-day conference in October. | https://swedengameconference.se/en/ | 1000+ | kr2,000 (Business) / kr800 (Standard) | N/A | None | ||
3 Oct | Dutch Game Day | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Hilversum | Hilversum, Netherlands | The Dutch Game day powered by Control is a conference with national and international speakers. The event consists of a two-track conference with national and international speakers. The roundtable sessions will also be back by popular demand. | https://dutchgameday.nl/ | N/A | 150€ | N/A | None | ||
3 – 4 Oct | Alberta Games Series | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Calgary | Calgary, Canada | Digital Alberta is thrilled to announce the third instalment AGS, coming to Calgary. Bringing together all levels of game development professionals for two days of programming and featuring international + national speakers, games showcase, networking, and an after party! | https://www.alberta.games/ | 200 | CA$200 | None | None | ||
3 – 4 Oct | W LOVE Games | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | W ❤ Games is a conference in Finland, designed by developers for developers, that focuses on diversity and inclusion in games industry. “W” stands for women but also for “we” as people, we who play and make games, we of all backgrounds and interests that games bring together. | https://www.wlovegames.org/conference | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
3 – 6 Oct | Spiel | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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. | https://www.spiel-essen.de/de/ | 150.000+ | 23€ (Daily) / 62€ (All Days) / 56€ (Business) | N/A | None | ||
4 – 6 Oct | DreamHack Atlanta | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | Atlanta | Atlanta, United States | DreamHack Atlanta brings everything gaming under one roof. Connect, explore, win, and be yourself alongside tens of thousands of fellow fans at the Georgia World Congress Center for a celebration of gaming culture, cosplay, entertainment, tabletop, esports, and more. | https://dreamhack.com/atlanta/ | 40,000 | $45 (Daily) / $119 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
5 Oct | Game Dev Days Graz | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Austria | Graz | Graz, Austria | Game Dev Days Graz is a community event for everyone who is interested in game development: connecting industry, indies, academia, research. | https://gamedevdays.com/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
7 Oct | Freakon | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | Australia | Melbourne | Melbourne, Australia | FREAKON is an alternative space for honest discussion and knowledge sharing about game dev with no financial barrier to entry. You should expect raw, honest talks from people with interesting experiences and perspectives to share in a strictly NO RECORDINGS environment. | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/freakon-2024-tickets-1015089248267 | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
7 – 9 Oct | Game Connect Asia Pacific | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | Australia | Melbourne | Melbourne, Australia | GCAP is Australia’s premier professional development and networking event, providing valuable insights and connections for the game development industry. It serves as a platform to up-skill and connect the sector through education, knowledge sharing, and the establishment of networks. | https://gcap.com.au/ | N/A | A$579 | N/A | None | ||
9 – 13 Oct | Brasil Game Show | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | South America | Brasil | São Paulo | São Paulo, Brazil | BGS has an essentially gamer DNA and is a fair unlike anything else in the segment. Each edition presents more attractions for the public to have fun with thousands of stations, arcade machines, mobile, PCs, virtual reality, consoles, board games, card games or any other way to play. | https://www.brasilgameshow.com.br/ | N/A | R$ 119 (Daily) / R$ 839 (All Days) / R$1,399 (Business) | N/A | None | ||
10 Oct | Evolution – Game Leader’s Summit | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Stockholm | Stockholm, Sweden | Stockholm’s Biggest Networking Event For Game Industry Professionals. Register your interest in attending the next event now and join us for another exciting opportunity to network, collaborate, and shape the future of gaming. | https://evolutionjobs.com/nordics/game-leaders-summit-register/ | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | ||
10 Oct | Play Now Melbourne | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | Australia | Melbourne | Melbourne, Australia | Presented by VicScreen, Play Now is returning to Melbourne for its second year, as part of Melbourne International Games Week. This year will be bigger and better, with more places open for developers to pitch their projects to an even bigger line-up of publishers, platform holders and investors. | https://vicscreen.vic.gov.au/playnow | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
10 – 11 Oct | ICGJ | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | International Conference on Game Jams, Hackathons, and Game Creation Events (ICGJ) is an interdisciplinary one-day conference for researchers, educators, professionals, and event organizers across various fields related to game jams and hackathons. Pre-activities are scheduled on 10th of October. | https://icgj24.gameconf.org/ | N/A | $200 | N/A | None | ||
10 – 12 Oct | CEEGS | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Greece | Nafplio | Nafplio, Greece | Central and Eastern European Game Studies conference is a gathering of game scholars organised annually by DiGRA Central and Eastern Europe. The 2024 conference will be hosted by the Department of Performing and Digital Arts, University of the Peloponnese, Greece. | https://ceegs2024.uop.gr/ceegs2024/ | N/A | 130€ | N/A | None | ||
10 – 12 Oct | IGDX | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Indonesia | Bali | Bali, Indonesia | Indonesia Game Developer Exchange (IGDX) is an annual event organized by the Ministry of Communication and Informatics in collaboration with the Indonesian Game Association (AGI) to improve the capabilities and quality of Indonesian game developers. | https://www.igdx.id/ | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | ||
11 – 13 Oct | FROG – Future and Reality of Gaming | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Austria | Vienna | Vienna, Austria | The annual international conference brings together scholars, players, students, game designers, game developers, educators and experts from various disciplines to discuss the Future and Reality of Gaming. | https://www.frogvienna.at/ | N/A | 29€ | N/A | None | ||
11 – 13 Oct | PAX AUS | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Australia | Australia | Melbourne | Melbourne, Australia | PAX Aus is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and independent studios, game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. | https://aus.paxsite.com/ | N/A | $66 (Daily) / $250 (All Access) | N/A | None | ||
13 – 19 Oct | Wellington Games Week | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Australia | New Zealand | Wellington | Wellington, New Zealand | Wellington Games Week is strategically positioned between Melbourne Games Week and South By Southwest Sydney, offering a week filled with activities and events dedicated to nurturing the growth of NZ Game Development. | https://nzgda.com/2024wgw/ | N/A | Various | N/A | None | ||
14 – 21 Oct | Steam Next Fest: October | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | United States | Virtual | Steam | Play what’s next, choose from dozens of livestreams to watch, and chat with developers about their games in this week-long celebration. | https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest | N/A | Free | Steam | None | ||
15 – 16 Oct | Gamelab Nexus | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Malaga | Malaga, Spain | Talks with international industry leaders, networking, contests, and more. Don’t miss this incredible experience | https://www.gamelab.es/nexus-malaga | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
15 – 16 Oct | Mobidictum Conference | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | The largest game industry conference in Turkey and MENA region. We aim to grow the game industry in the region by bringing world-class publishers, service providers, and game companies to Turkey. | https://events.mobidictum.com/ | 2000+ | 179€ (Indie) / 379€ (Standard) / 749€ (VIP) | N/A | earlybird | ||
16 – 19 Oct | Games Executive Summit Europe | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Nerja | Nerja, Spain | The Games Executive Summit Europe (GESE) is a European think-tank initiative, created in 2022 by an influential group of European games industry leaders looking to reflect on the evolution of interactive entertainment and on its role in present and future societies. | https://gamesexecutivesummit.com/ | N/A | 750€ | N/A | None | ||
16 – 20 Oct | SXSW Sydney Games Festival | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Australia | Australia | Sydney | Sydney, Australia | SXSW Sydney Games Festival plays host to games professionals, enthusiasts and new gamers, bringing together the entire community for a unique and rewarding experience. Featuring live play, hands-on demos, talks, product launches, mixers, parties, mentoring sessions and more. | https://www.sxswsydney.com/sxsw-2024/games-industry | N/A | $1,295 | N/A | None | ||
17 – 18 Oct | MeetToMatch – The Singapore Edition | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Asia | Singapore | Singapore | Singapore, Singapore | Meet all relevant publishers, investors, and developers during the biggest trade show in Singapore. Trusted by hundreds of publishers, investors, and developers, our platform enables you to get in contact with the right people from game companies around the world, either in Singapore or online. | https://www.meettomatch.com/singapore/ | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
17 – 19 Oct | New Zealand Game Developers Conference | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Australia | New Zealand | Wellington | Wellington, New Zealand | The New Zealand Game Developers Conference (NZGDC) is a professional game development and interactive media conference for New Zealand and Australian audiences. It focuses equally on actionable and inspirational content, while providing networking opportunities. | https://nzgdc.com/ | N/A | A$550 (Standard) / A$325 (Daily) | N/A | None | ||
17 – 20 Oct | gamescom Asia | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Singapore | Singapore | Singapore, Singapore | For trade, gamescom asia aims to serve as the premier platform for Southeast Asian game developers to explore partnerships and expand their audiences globally. | https://gamescom.asia/ | 30,000+ | SGD 195 (Standard) / SGD995 (VIP) | TBA | None | ||
17 – 20 Oct | Game Connection Online – gamescom Asia Edition | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | B2B | Asia | Virtual | Virtual | Virtual | Join our online event alongside gamescom Asia in Singapore. Connect with industry leaders, schedule meetings via Let’s Meet biz-matching platform, and explore business opportunities. | https://www.game-connection.com/registration-game-connection-online-2024/ | N/A | Free | Let’s Meet | None | ||
18 – 20 Oct | GameOn | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Lithuania | Vilnius | Vilnius, Lithuania | We combine the biggest B2C games expo, a conference, and high-quality B2B events for entertainment industries of the future. Attracting more than 16,000 visitors in pre-pandemic times and providing a strong comeback with Comic Con Baltics in 2022, GameOn always strives to innovate, grow, & amaze! | https://www.gameon.lt | 30,000 | 15 – 22€ (Daily) / 150€ (Business) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
19 Oct | 1UpState | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States of America | Albany, NY | Albany, NY | 1UpState is a new Developer Expo coming to the Albany Capital Center on October 19th. Join us for a day of panels and speakers, networking opportunities, exhibitors, game playtesting, and even a small business workshop! | https://1upstate.com/home/ | 400 | $15 (Standard) | N/A | GameConGuide24 | ||
19 – 20 Oct | Game Access Connect | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czechia | Brno | Brno, Czechia | Game Access Connect is focused mostly on newcomers to the games industry and allows them to network with professionals and learn through workshops, sessions and showcases. | https://game-connect.cz/ | N/A | 350CZK (Standard) / 250CZK (Student) | N/A | None | ||
22 – 23 Oct | GamesForum San Francisco | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | The ultimate conference in North America dedicated to mastering User Acquisition, Ad Monetization, Alternate Growth, and Product Monetization in mobile gaming. Connect with industry leaders, gain actionable insights, and discover innovative strategies to drive your mobile game’s success. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/san-francisco | 300 | $249 | N/A | None | ||
23 Oct | Paris Game Biz | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | France | Paris | Paris, France | Paris Game Biz is a professional event offering a unique networking experience for international studios. Meet French and international C-Level Buyers from major video game companies. | https://www.parisgamebiz.com/ | N/A | 350€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
23 – 24 Oct | Game Invest West | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Banff | Banff, Canada | Featuring talent from down the street and around the world, Game Invest West will bring together startups and their founding teams with the investors, publishers, licensing partners and corporate funds that are looking to move into this exciting and unique industry. | https://gameinvestwest.ca/ | N/A | CA$1,570 | N/A | None | ||
23 – 25 Oct | GamiLearn | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | Europe | Spain | Alicante | Alicante, Spain | Gameful and playful experiences have been positively shown as a technique to motivate students and enhance their learning process. Our main goal is to bring together stakeholders for exchanging ideas and experiences and encouraging networking between academia and industry. | https://2024.teemconference.eu/tracks/track-1-gamification-and-games-for-learning-gamilearn/ | N/A | 400€ | N/A | None | ||
23 – 26 Oct | EVA – Argentina’s Video Game Expo | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | South America | Argentina | Buenos Aires | Buenos Aires, Argentina | Last year we received over 29,000 attendees from all over Latin America, and we would love to explore the possibility of having you and your team be part of the 22nd edition that will take place on October 23-26 in CCK (Buenos Aires, Argentina). | https://expoeva.com/en/ | 29,000+ | ARS 150.000 | N/A | None | ||
23 – 27 Oct | Paris Games Week | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | France | Paris | Paris, France | Come play your favorite games, meet your favorite streamers, and follow the biggest competitions on the esports scene! 5 days of an intense gaming and pop culture experience with family, friends or alone! | https://www.parisgamesweek.com/ | N/A | 20€ Daily | N/A | None | ||
24 Oct | Game Summit Sweden | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Stockholm | Stockholm, Sweden | A full-day event dedicated to the real stars of the game industry: the game developers. This is not your average game conference. No expo, no business, no pitch panel, no job fair. Share, learn, laugh, and go to work the next day filled with inspiration and toolsets to improve your games. | https://www.gamesummitsweden.com/ | N/A | 1,150 SEK | None | None | ||
24 Oct | Unreal Day | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Serbia | Belgrade | Belgrade, Serbia | 3Lateral, Epic Games & the SGA are bringing back an expanded, all-day Unreal Engine experience featuring international keynotes, masterclasses, showcases and more – celebrating the amazing applications of Unreal Engine across the industries! | https://unrealday.com/ | 500 | 100€ | None | None | ||
24 – 25 Oct | HIT Games Conference – Berlin | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | A series of B2B gaming events, unites 500 professionals from 45+ countries over two days. The conference, with two stages and an expo area, includes networking activities. Featuring 70+ speakers, it explores gaming market insights in mobile, PC, console, VR, AR, and Web3 sectors. | https://hgconf.com/berlin2024 | 500 | 349€ | Pine | None | ||
24 – 26 Oct | MEET & BUILD | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Belgium | Charleroi | Charleroi, Belgium | MEET & BUILD – the Belgian Video Game Industry Event – is one of the most accessible trade event for indie games studios, start-ups and students. For its 9th edition, the event will take place from 24 to 26 October 2024 in Charleroi with International Meetings, Business Meetings and Conferences. | https://meetandbuild.eu/ | 1000 | 99€ | N/A | None | ||
24 – 27 Oct | GiC | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Poznan | Poznan, Poland | Game Industry Conference held in Poznan, Poland, October 24-27, together with collocated Poznan Game Arena expo forms the biggest game show for half of Europe. | https://gic.gd/ | 4000+ | 270€ (Standard) / 990€ (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
24 – 27 Oct | Playcon | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Malta | Attard | Attard, Malta | Network with key decision-makers, attend insightful talks by high-profile speakers across gaming sectors and conduct productive meetings in our dedicated area. Join the conversation and shape the future of gaming. | https://playcon.gg/2024-event/ | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
25 – 26 Oct | Kind of Art | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | KIND OF ART is the ultimate hub for visual creativity in animation, games, and VFX. Experience inspiring talks, live demos, round-tables, competitions, and hands-on workshops that spark your imagination and upgrade your craft. | https://www.kind-art.com/ | N/A | DKK 1,500 | N/A | None | ||
25 – 26 Oct | MonteGames | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Montenegro | Tivat, Porto Montenegro | Tivat, Montenegro | The ultimate free to attend game development conference. | https://www.montegames.me/ | 1000 | Free | Proprietary | None | ||
25 – 27 Oct | EGX | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | EGX is taking place from 25-27 October 2024, and this year we’re joining forces with our friends at MCM Comic Con. Together, we’re bringing the most epic gaming and pop culture weekend in the UK. The best part? You only need one ticket to enjoy both shows! | https://www.egx.net/london/en-gb.html | N/A | £32 (Daily) / £95 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
25 – 27 Oct | Gamacon | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | South America | Mexico | Mexicali | Mexicali, Mexico | GAMACON is focused on business and networking. Our goal is for the industry to be friends. You should attend if you’re looking to meet great people from the industry. | https://www.gamacon.mx/mxl/index.html | N/A | MXN 250 (Daily) / MXN 540 (All Days) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
10 – OCT | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | Poland | Poznan | Poznan, Poland | MeetToMatch – The Poznan Edition is organized during the 3 day Games Industry Conference from October 25th to the 27th. There will be a meeting space with tables set up at the Poznan Conference Center, and your favorite MeetToMatch host will be there too. | https://www.meettomatch.com/the-poznan-edition-2024/ | N/A | €69 | MeetToMatch | None | ||||
26 Oct | Joburg Games Festival | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Africa | South Africa | Johannesburg | Johannesburg, South Africa | Joburg Games Fest is a celebration of games and the people who make them! | https://www.quicket.co.za/events/273757-joburg-games-fest/#/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
25 – 27 Oct | Poznan Game Arena | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | 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/pl | N/A | 45 PLN (Daily) / 125 PLN (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
28 – 29 Oct | GamesBeat NEXT | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | Los Angeles, United States | GamesBeat NEXT is a premier gathering for game developers, publishers, investors, executives, and industry visionaries. Whether you’re an industry veteran or a rising star, this is the event that will redefine your gaming journey. | https://gamesbeatnext.com/ | 500 | $997 | Proprietary | gbn24vb25 (25% Off) | ||
28 – 29 Oct | #GAConf US | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Redmond | Redmond, United States | GAconf is a professional conference for the games industry, founded to advance the field of accessibility in game development. | https://www.gaconf.com/ | N/A | Free (Virtual) / $250 (In-Person) | N/A | None | ||
29 – 30 Oct | GameSoundCon | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | North America | United States | Burbank | Burbank, United States | 2 Days of Video Game Music, Sound, Dialogue and More. GameSoundCon 2024 is hybrid! You can attend in person in Burbank, CA, or remotely with our online only ticket! Casual to AAA, big studio to indie. | https://www.gamesoundcon.com/ | N/A | $125 (Virtual) / $535 (Standard) | N/A | None | ||
30 Oct | Games First Helsinki | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Games First is a space to connect with peers in a friendly, non-salesy environment. There’s refreshments, food, games and conversation areas to help you connect with old and new friends. During the day we enjoy talks from speakers aimed to spark inspiration and converastion. | https://www.gamesfirsthelsinki.com | N/A | Free (Invite Only) | None | None | ||
30 Oct | THIS GAME | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Denmark | Aarhus | Aarhus, Denmark | THIS GAME is the go-to games conference and masterclasses for industry professionals in game design and game development. Every year, we gather some of the heaviest hitting players in the field, for two days of knowledge, inspiration, and network. | https://thisaarhus.com/track/thisgame/ | N/A | 1000 DKK | N/A | None | ||
30 – 31 Oct | MIGS | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Montreal | Montreal, Canada | The Montreal International Game Summit is back and scheduled to take place in Montreal, Quebec on Oct 30-31, 2024. | https://migs.biz/en/ | 1000+ | $699 CAD (Standard) / $1099 CAD (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
31 Oct – 1 Nov | Konsoll | 10 – OCT | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Norway | Bergen | Bergen, Norway | Konsoll is a two-day event held annually in Bergen. Bringing together game developers from all over Norway and abroad to listen to world-class speakers. | https://konsoll.org/ | N/A | NOK 1,050 | N/A | None | ||
1 Nov | PitchYaGame – November | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Pitching | Europe | United Kingdom | Virtual | Virtual | #PitchYaGame is a voluntary movement showcasing independent video games all across the world; pitched live twice a year, in June and November. | https://pitchyagame.com | N/A | Free | None | |||
1 – 2 Nov | IVIPRO Days | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Italy | Trieste | Trieste, Italy | IVIPRO DAYS’ lectures and panels – held in Italian and English – are aimed at museums, students, local authorities, cultural institutions, associations and developers interested in exploring the opportunities connected to the use of video games as cultural and promotional tools. | https://ivipro.it/it/ivipro-days-2024/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
1 – 16 Nov | IndieCade Anywhere & Everywhere Festival | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Festival | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, United States | Join us this November 1st through 16th as we celebrate this year’s IndieCade indie game nominees. Connect with the creators, experience the gameplay, play demos and featured games, and have a chance to be a part of this groundbreaking community! | https://www.indiecade.com/festival-2024/ | N/A | Free / $39 (Developer Conversations) | N/A | None | ||
4 – 7 Nov | Save & Sound | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | Virtual | Steam | Steam | Save & Sound is an online music festival with sales and demos on Steam. Celebrate headbanging soundtracks as well as unique implementations of music and audio in games. The festival will be coming back to Steam, YouTube, and Twitch. | https://www.saveandsound.io/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
6 – 7 Nov | Unwrap | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Belgium | Kortrijk | Kortrijk, Belgium | The UNWRAP Industry days explore the application possibilities of entertainment technology across industries, and the untapped potential of their crossovers. The Industry days are at the core of the festival. | https://www.unwrap.be/field/industry-days | N/A | 155€ (Daily) / 230€ (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
11 – NOV | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | WN Conference Ryadh’24 is a one-day gaming industry deal-closing event, featuring an expo zone and three tracks divided into different themes on growth strategies, investements, web3 and other topics. It will bring together over 500 leaders from the game industry in one place. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/riyadh24 | 500 | 99€ | WN Hub | None | ||||
7 – 9 Nov | Game Days | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Slovakia | Kosice | Kosice, Slovakia | International game development festival connecting creativity, art and business aspects welcoming all fans of videogames in beautiful city of Kosice, Slovakia. | https://gamedays.sk/ | 500+ | 29€ (Standard) / 99€ (Business) | N/A | None | ||
8 Nov | Games Job Fair Autumn | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | HR / Recruitment | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Looking for a job in the gaming industry? Come meet top companies at Games Job Fair Autumn ’24 Onsite! | https://www.eventbrite.fi/e/games-job-fair-autumn-24-onsite-tickets-1024959580697 | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
8 – 9 Nov | MDev | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | North America | USA | Madison, WI | Madison, United States | MDEV stands as a cornerstone event of the Midwest game industry, catering to both seasoned professionals and aspiring creators eager to transition into the industry. Six years running it has served as the essential hub for developers and industry professionals from Wisconsin, the broader Midwest. | https://www.mdevconf.com/ | 2000 | $250 | N/A | |||
9 – 10 Nov | PG Connects Jordan | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Jordan | Sweimeh | Sweimeh, Jordan | Pocket Gamer Connects, the leading international games industry conference, is returning to Jordan for 2024! An expected 1,000 delegates will gather near the stunning Dead Sea, only 30 minutes from Amman, for two days of the most up-to-date knowledge-sharing and valuable networking. | https://www.pgconnects.com/jordan/ | 1000 | £640 (Standard) / £890 (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
11 – 16 Nov | PLAY24 | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | PLAY is the festival for game enthusiasts and gamers, indie game developers and media artists, pupils and students, teachers and educators, scientists, people involved in the games industry and everyone, who wishes to play and learn with digital games. | https://www.playfestival.de/index_en.html | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
12 Nov | Sustainability Nexus Conference | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | Various | Various | Various, Europe | The Sustainability Nexus Conference is an annual hybrid event, hosted by satellite events all over Europe and online, that brings together stakeholders from the entire games industry to align efforts in making the sector more sustainable. | https://spielfabrique.eu/nexus/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
12- 14 Nov | Graphics Programming Conference | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Netherlands | Breda | Breda, Netherlands | he Graphics Programming Conference (GPC) is a new, international conference for real-time and interactive graphics programmers. We’re here to bring together graphics programmers, technical directors, graphics researchers, game developers, academia, and students. | https://www.graphicsprogrammingconference.nl/ | N/A | 500€ | N/A | None | ||
13 – 14 Nov | Video Game Bar Association Summit Northwest | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Seattle | Seattle, United States | We have expanded the Summit Northwest a bit to include a welcome event the early evening of the November 13 followed by a full day of sessions. The VGBA Summit Northwest is a great opportunity to keep abreast one many issues we face. | https://www.tickettailor.com/events/vgba/1048947 | N/A | $800 | N/A | None | ||
13 – 15 Nov | IGDC (India Game Developer Conference) | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | India | Hyderabad | Hyderabad, India | IGDC is a major catalyst in enabling the growth of the Indian gaming ecosystem and sees enthusiastic participation from game developers, publishers, and investors each year. the goal is to support and empower game developers with networking opportunities in the presence of industry leaders. | https://indiagdc.com/ | 5000 | ₹ 4750 | N/A | None | ||
14 Nov | Develop North | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Liverpool | Liverpool, United Kingdom | Develop is heading to Liverpool! Develop:North takes place on Thursday 14 November at The Spine in Liverpool, so save the date! More details will be announced when registration opens in September. | https://www.developconference.com/north/ | N/A | £350 | MeetToMatch | None | ||
14 – 15 Nov | DevGAMM Lisbon | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon, Portugal | Refined gamedev experience by the Atlantic Ocean. Delve into a world of exclusive lectures delivered by industry leaders, forge connections with fellow gamedev experts amidst the stunning backdrop of Portugal, and embrace additional immersive encounters curated by local masters. | https://devgamm.com/lisbon2024/ | N/A | $600 (Standard) / $1100 (VIP) / $150 (Virtual) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
14 – 15 Nov | Level UY | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | South America | Uruguay | Monte Video | Monte Video, Uruguay | The event promotes the culture and development opportunities of video games in Uruguay and the region. We invite you to participate in a day with workshops, talks, exhibition of national video games, and the closing with the ceremony of the National Video Game Contest. | https://www.leveluy.com/ | N/A | Free | N/A | None | ||
14 – 15 Nov | XmasJKL | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Jyväskylä | Jyväskylä, Finland | Discover the latest trends and insights in the Finnish game industry, as well as valuable business strategies. Gain valuable knowledge from renowned speakers, engage in interactive discussions, and forge new connections with like-minded professionals. | https://www.xmasjkl.com/ | N/A | 99€ (Standard) / 155€ (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
14 – 16 Nov | Games Ground | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | Games Ground brings consumers and the industry together for a constructive exchange on an equal footing. In addition to important B2B content such as business insights, career opportunities, and education, the event focuses on the content and interests of the gaming community. | https://www.gamesground.de/ | 3500 | 280€ (Standard) / 150€ (Indie) / 25€ (Public) | MeetToMatch | Join the Newsletter for 10% | ||
14 – 16 Nov | GStar | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | South Korea | Busan | Busan, South Korea | G-Star is an annual trade show for the video game industry presented by Korea Association of Game Industry and Busan IT Promotion Agency in November. | https://www.gstar.or.kr/eng | N/A | $250 (Business) / 15,000 KRW (Public) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
14 – 17 Nov | Next Level NEW | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Dortmund | Dortmund, Germany | After a one-year break, the NEXT LEVEL – Festival for Games, Interactive Art and Digital Theater returns in a new form. The festival is dedicated to digital gaming culture and the use of new technologies in art, and combines performances, interactive installations and a rich supporting program. | https://www.next-level.digital/ | N/A | 10€ (Daily) / 22€ (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
14 – 17 Nov | Reboot InfoGamer | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Croatia | Zagreb | Zagreb, Croatia | The biggest gaming and entertainment expo in South East Europe is celebrating 10th anniversary this year. All fans of games, cosplay, e-sports, tournament and fun are welcome. | https://www.rebootinfogamer.hr/ | 50,000+ | 12,5 (Daily) / 25 (All Days) / 90 (VIP) | None | None | ||
15 Nov | CiGADC | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | CiGA Developer Conference (CIGADC) is a conference organized by CiGA for game developers and game industry practitioners that covers design, visuals, programming, narrative, platform, marketing and more. Guests from all over the world always have rich experience. | https://www.cigadc.com/english | N/A | $89.99 | N/A | None | ||
15 – 16 Nov | Night Games | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles, United States | Our beloved nocturnal celebration of games, interactive entertainment, and immersive outdoor experiences for players of all ages returns to the Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center in Downtown LA the evenings of November 15th and 16th. | https://www.indiecade.com/festival-2024/#night | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
16 – 17 Nov | WePlay Expo | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2C | Asia | China | Shanghai | Shanghai, China | WePlay Expo is the largest gaming culture festival in China organized by CiGA since 2017.This is a fantastic game festival with high-quality indie games, 3A games cultural content and experiences from around the world. | https://www.weplaymore.com/english | N/A | ¥ 128 (Daily) | N/A | None | ||
11 – NOV | 2024 | CANCELLED | CANCELED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Scotland | Glasgow | Glasgow, Scotland | UPDATE: Scottish Games Week, the largest B2B videogames event in Scotland, is hitting | https://gamesweek.scot/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||||
18 – 24 Nov | Breda Game Week | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Europe | Netherlands | Breda | Breda, Netherlands | For 7 days, Breda will be buzzing with events and activities for residents, students, and professionals alike. The city will be immersed in the world of game art & development, game publishing, esports, an all-ages expo, and serious gaming! On Nov 22 a B2B focused event is held. | https://bredagameweek.nl | N/A | Various (Free, 10 – 45€) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
18 – 24 Nov | Super FESTival | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Super FESTival is our week-long festival dedicated to celebrating games and the people who make them, who play them, and even just the curious. This year the festival crawls back out of the internet and into a Toronto venue near you. | https://www.handeyesociety.com/event/super-festival-2024-is-coming/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
21 – 22 Nov | Guerrilla Games Festival | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Spain | Madrid | Madrid, Spain | Hear from industry professionals or share your own knowledge and experiences. Connect with experts, broaden your horizons and take your career to the next level. The indie video game stands are the heart of Guerrilla Game Festival, where developers show the public their work. | https://guerrillagamefestival.es/ | N/A | 15€ | N/A | None | ||
21 – 22 Nov | HIT Games Conference – Abu Dhabi | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Middle East | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Is a one-day B2B gaming event focused on game development, marketing, and the advancement of games across various platforms (Mobile, PC, Console, VR, AR & Web3 games). About 50 speakers from around the world and about 150 gaming brands will be featured at the event to scale the industry. | https://hgconf.com/abudhabi2024 | 300+ | 399€ | Pine | None | ||
21 – 22 Nov | WN Conference Xiamen | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Vietnam | Xiamen | Xiamen, Vietnam | WN Conference Xiamen’24 will bring together Chinese and global gaming companies, with major players like Tencent, Netease, and Mihoyo expected to attend. The event offers networking, an expo, insights from industry leaders, and more. | https://wnhub.io/event-info/summit-xiamen-24 | N/A | 100€ | WN Hub | 5% with “guide.” | ||
21 – 24 Nov | Lisboa Games Week | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon, Portugal | Lisboa Games Week (LGW) is the biggest video game event in Portugal, the one that gives the industry a stage but also you, to live a unique experience and celebrate with the Gaming, Esports and Pop Culture communities. | https://www.lisboagamesweek.pt/ | N/A | 15€ (Daily) | N/A | None | ||
22 – 24 Nov | Dreamhack Stockholm | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Sweden | Stockholm | Stockholm, Sweden | Whether you’re selected to join them for a friendly game session on stage or eagerly attending a panel discussion where they share stories from their journey, the experience is nothing short of magical. | https://dreamhack.com/stockholm/ | N/A | 299SEK (Daily) / 849SEK (All Days) / 2499 SEK (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
22 – 24 Nov | Milan Games Week | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Italy | Milan | Milan, Italy | Milan Games Week & Cartoomics tells a world of stories that are expressed in cinema, books, comics, games, videogames, on all platforms… an ecosystem of contents that excites more and more fans of all ages. | https://www.milangamesweek.it/en/ | N/A | 25€ (Daily) / 65€ (All Days) / 129€ (VIP) | N/A | None | ||
27 Nov | GamesForum Vietnam | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Vietnam | Hanoi | Hanoi, Vietnam | We’re delighted to invite you to Gamesforum Vietnam on November 27th, taking place at the luxury Pullman Hanoi Hotel, a 5 Star destination located in the heart of bustling Hanoi. This vibrant city is the energetic home of the brilliantly creative Vietnamese mobile gaming industry. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/vietnam | 125 | Free | N/A | None | ||
27 – 29 Nov | WPGA DEBUT | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Africa | Rwanda | Kigali | Kigali, Rwanda | We Play Games Africa – East Africa’s first and largest games event debut, bringing a unique festival + convention character and conference. Bringing the heart of gaming to the heart of Africa. | https://www.digitalrealm-entertainment.com/we-play-games/ | 10000+ | $100 to $1900 | TBD | Coming Soon | ||
28 – 29 Nov | Checkpoint – Festival of Interactive Experiences | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Italy | Rome | Rome, Italy | Checkpoint – Festival of Interactive Experiences aims to promote and highlight the artistic and cultural value of interactive works in all their forms and components, including gameplay mechanics, design principles, and interaction mechanisms. | https://checkpointconference.com/en/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
29 Nov – 1 Dec | G-Eight | 11 – NOV | 2024 | FINISHED | FINISHED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei City | Taipei City, Taiwan | Ever dreamt of a gaming convention thats truly by gamers, for gamers? That simple idea sprouted in 2022, and now we’re excited to bring you the 3rd edition of our epic gaming extravaganza. We believe every game has a unique story, and it’s our mission to showcase these creative wonders to the world! | https://geight.io/en/home/ | N/A | NT$300 | N/A | None | ||
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20 – 21 Jan | PG Connects London 2025 | 01 – JAN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Pocket Gamer Connects is the leading international conference series for the global games industry. We focus on connecting you with the right people bringing together delegates from across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered, from mobile to PC and console. | https://www.pgconnects.com/london/ | 2500+ | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
20 – 26 Jan | Global Game Jam 2025 | 01 – JAN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | HYBRID | HYBRID | Game Jam | North America | Worldwide | Various | Various | The GGJ is the world’s largest game creation event taking place around the globe boasting tens of thousands of participants (jammers) at hundreds of physical and virtual sites in over one hundred countries around the world. | https://globalgamejam.org | 35,000+ | Free | None | None | ||
23 – 24 Jan | Asia Pacific Game Summit 2025 | 01 – JAN | 2025 | 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, APGS holds its annual conference alongside Taipei Game Show (TGS) each year. | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/apgs/index.php?lang=e | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
23 – 26 Jan | Taipei Game Show 2025 | 01 – JAN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Taiwan | Taipei | Taipei, Taiwan | Taipei Game Show stands as the world’s first and Taiwan’s largest gaming exhibition, dedicated to providing the best promotional platform for game developers and publishers worldwide and delivering exceptional experiences for gamers. In 2024, the Taipei Game Show continues its hybrid approach. | https://tgs.tca.org.tw/ | N/A | TBA | Proprietary | None | ||
23 – 26 Jan | Super MagFest 2025 | 01 – JAN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | United States | Washington | Washington, United States | Short for “Music And Gaming Festival,” MAGFest is a four day-long event dedicated to the appreciation of video game music, gaming of all types, and the gaming community. The event runs 24 hours a day, and offers consoles, arcades, tabletop, LAN, live video game cover bands, chiptunes, vendors, etc. | https://super.magfest.org | N/a | $125 | N/A | None | ||
28 – 30 Jan | Arctic Game Dev 2025 NEW | 01 – JAN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Sweden | Umeå | Umeå, Sweden | Arctic Game Dev 2025 connects Scandinavian and UK developers with global publishers, investors, and industry leaders. Pitch projects, network, and gain insights to elevate your game business and foster collaboration. | https://www.arcticgamedev.se/ | 150 | Free for selected studios | TBA | None | ||
5 – 6 Feb | Gamesforum Barcelona 2025 NEW | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | Join us at Gamesforum Barcelona, the premier event for mobile gaming professionals. Our flagship conference brings together industry leaders and innovators to explore cutting-edge strategies in user acquisition, ad monetization, product monetization, and alternative growth. | https://www.globalgamesforum.com/barcelona/ | 700+ | €350 | N/A | None | ||
5 – 7 Feb | GameDev Summit 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Philippines | Boracay | Boracay, 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 | $700 | MeetToMatch | GameConf10 (limited, first come first serve basis) | ||
10 – 23 Feb | Yorkshire Games Festival 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Bradford | Bradford, United Kingdom | The festival will include the industry and careers-focused Game Talks conference, family gaming fun across the museum, schools’ days and plenty more exciting events to be announced in the coming months. | https://www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk/whats-on/yorkshire-games-festival | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
11 – 12 Feb | WN Conference – Abi Dhabi 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Abi Dhabi | Abi Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | The WN Conference in Abu Dhabi is a high-level deal-making event, now in its third edition, offering a fantastic opportunity to find new partners and connect with potential investors for MENA regions and beyond. | https://wnconf.com/ | 800+ | 499€ | WN Hub | None | ||
11 – 13 Feb | DICE Summit 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, United States | D.I.C.E. (Design, Innovate, Communicate, Entertain) Summit 2025 is a high-level conference, gathering the brightest and most creative minds dedicated to exploring approaches to the creative process and artistic expression as they uniquely apply to the development of interactive entertainment. | https://www.dicesummit.org/ | N/A | $3,350 | N/A | None | ||
11 – 13 Feb | MeetToMatch – The Las Vegas Edition 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | North America | United States | Las Vegas | Las Vegas, United States | MeetToMatch returns after a successful inaugural edition to offer its matchmaking platform during thé executive games industry summit in Las Vegas. With our second Las Vegas edition, you will be able to plan meetings during DICE, one of the games industry’s premier networking events. | https://www.meettomatch.com/lasvegas2025/ | N/A | 70€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
13 – 15 Feb | Copenhagen Gaming Week 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Denmark | Copenhagen | Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen Gaming Week is the year’s ultimate gaming festival for the whole family. Whether you’re into Fortnite, soccer, Pokémon, eSports, trading cards or board games, there will be fun and educational activities for everyone. Come and experience the magic of games and play! | https://www.copenhagengamingweek.dk/ | N/A | DKK 215 | N/A | None | ||
14 Feb | Guildford Games Festival and Developer Summit 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | Guildford | Guildford, United Kingdom | Sudents, aspiring developers and established developers – attendees of the festival can expect talks and panels from developers responsible for their favourite games, portfolio reviews, meet and greets with devs + more, whilst the g.g Developer Summit is designed for studio founders and managers | guildford.games | 4000-6000 | Free (Festival) / £50 (dev Summit) | N/A | None | ||
19 – 21 Feb | devcom Leadership Summit 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Portugal | Lisbon | Lisbon, Portugal | The proven concept of the devcom Leadership Summit is dedicated to creating a secure and open environment where top-level professionals can network and tackle critical industry challenges. This summit offers a safe haven for executives and team leaders to address pressing issues openly. | https://www.devcom.global/leadership-summit-2025 | N/A | 1,604€ | N/A | None | ||
21 – 23 Feb | gamescom LAN 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | The gamescom LAN brings together the gaming community with major German-speaking influencers and offers a unique experience that focuses on the fun of gaming – not just the competition. | https://gamescomlan.gg/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
24 – 3 Mar | Steam Next Fest: February 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | United States | Virtual | Steam | Play what’s next, choose from dozens of livestreams to watch, and chat with developers about their games in this week-long celebration. | https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest | N/A | Free | Steam | None | ||
27 Feb | VIVA! Games Marketing 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | HYBRID | HYBRID | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Bringing marketing managers and agenies togerher to discuss the state of the games industry, covering marketing strategy, branding, activations, content and much more! | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/viva-games-marketing-2-tickets-1007524040527?aff=oddtdtcreator | 100 | €59 | None | EarlyBirdGCF | ||
27 – 28 Feb | DevGAMM Gdansk 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Gdansk | Gdansk, Poland | DevGAMM Gdańsk 2025 is a B2B event for game developers, publishers, and all game industry fans. Powered by Digital Vikings, DevGAMM will gather 500+ professionals for networking, top-notch sessions, new games lineup, and career opportunities. | https://devgamm.com/gdansk2025 | 500 | $250 (Standard) / $600 (VIP) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
28 Feb | Games Growth Summit 2025 | 02 – FEB | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Games Growth Summit is a business conference to meet investors, learn about growing your business and networking with C-level execs | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1030945414487?aff=oddtdtcreator | 150 | $85 | None | GameConfGuide10 | ||
6 Mar | HIT Games Conference – Istanbul 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Turkey | Istanbul | Istanbul, Turkey | HIT Games Conference (HGC) is international B2B events dedicated to development, publishing & growth of the gaming market — covering Mobile, PC & Console, Web3 games and more. | https://hgconf.com | 500 | TBA | Pine | None | ||
8 – 9 Mar | Tokyo Indie Games Summit 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Tokyo | Tokyo, Japan | TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT started in 2023 in Kichijoji, Musashino City, with the aim of becoming “a place where various talents of indie game creators can gather together and be inspired to pursue their goals”, It is a new indie game event. | https://indiegamessummit.tokyo/en/ | 9000+ | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
17 – 18 Mar | PG Connects San Francisco 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | As the leading international conference series for the global games industry, at Pocket Gamer Connects, we focus on connecting you with the right people, bringing together delegates from across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered. | https://www.pgconnects.com/sanfrancisco/ | 750 | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
17 – 20 Mar | NVIDIA GTC 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Jose | San Jose, United States | See how technology breakthroughs are transforming generative AI, healthcare, industrial digitalization, robotics, and more. | https://www.nvidia.com/gtc/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
17 – 21 Mar | GDC 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | The Game Developers Conference (GDC) is an annual conference for video game developers. The event includes an expo, networking events, and awards shows like the GDC Awards and IGF, and a variety of tutorials, lectures, and roundtables. | https://gdconf.com | N/A | TBA | Proprietary | None | ||
17 – 21 Mar | MeetToMatch – The San Francisco Edition 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | San Francisco | San Francisco, United States | After a very successful San Francisco Edition 2024 last March, with over 2.200 attendees and more than 7.000 meetings planned, we are happy to announce our return with MeetToMatch – The San Francisco Edition 2025! | https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/meettomatch-the-san-francisco-edition-2025-tickets-1043787264807 | 2000+ | 139€ | MeetToMatch | None | ||
19 – 21 Mar | Digital Gaming India Expo 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | 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/ | 40,000+ | N/A | N/A | None | ||
29 Mar | Game Pavilion 2025 | 03 – MAR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | Asia | Japan | Osaka | Osaka, Japan | This is a doujin/indie game exhibition event. Games created by small game company development teams or individuals, student works. This event showcases a variety of games and is enjoyed by many people. | https://gamepavilion.jp | N/A | TBA | None | None | ||
1 – 3 Apr | Games Industry Law Summit On Tour 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Italy | Rome | Rome, Italy | For the third edition of the conference, we invite you to the Eternal City. We will explore the fundamental areas of the international games industry, with a cross-country approach to the discussion of the recent developments in consumer protection, privacy, litigation, and intellectual property. | https://gameslawsummit.org/summit-on-tour-3/ | 200 | 800€ | None | None | ||
2 – 13 Apr | London Games Festival 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Early plans for 2025’s 10th anniversary London Games Festival are already in place – the 2025 festival will run from Wednesday 2 April 2025 to Sunday 13 April 2025. Individual event dates and partner activity is still to be announced, with announcements due over the summer. | https://games.london/ | N/A | Various | N/A | None | ||
3 – 4 Apr | New Game Plus 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Showcase | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | New Game Plus takes place on Thursday 3 April & Friday 4 April at the London Museum’s exhibition spaces on London Wall. 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://festival.games.london/about | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
10 Apr | Games Meets Music 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Bringing the music and games industry closer together with networking, panels and talks. | https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1047730288497?aff=oddtdtcreator | 150 | $85 | None | GCG10 | ||
10 – 13 Apr | Now Play This 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | United Kingdom | London | London, United Kingdom | Now Play This celebrates its first decade of exploring games and playfulness by highlighting the creative power and ubiquity of play. | http://nowplaythis.net/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
11 – 12 Apr | HIT Games Conference – Berlin 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | HIT Games Conference (HGC) is international B2B events dedicated to development, publishing & growth of the gaming market — covering Mobile, PC & Console, Web3 games and more. | https://hgconf.com/ | 300 | TBA | Pine | None | ||
14 – 16 Apr | Reboot Develop Blue 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Croatia | Dubrovnik | Dubrovnik, Croatia | Reboot Develop Blue 2025 will be a very special celebratory 10th edition of one of the most unique and biggest game developers and games industry conferences in the world! | https://rebootdevelopblue.com | N/A | 335€ (Standard) / 1075€ (VIP) | None | None | ||
22 – 25 Apr | Everything Procedural 2025 | 04 – APR | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Academia | 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 | None | ||
30 Apr – 4 May | gamescom LATAM 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | South America | Brazil | São Paulo | São Paulo, Brazil | We will be happy again in 2025! And we already have the coordinates for our next adventure together! gamescom latam 25 will take place from April 30th to May 4th, and in a new location: in Anhembi. | https://latam.gamescom.global/en/ | 100,000+ | TBA | N/A | None | ||
1 – 5 May | LudoNarraCon NEW | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Showcase | Australia | Virtual | Virtual | Steam | A digital convention celebrating narrative video games, hosted on Steam. It aims to create a platform to showcase and celebrate interesting and innovative narrative games, replicating as many of the aspects and benefits of the physical convention experience as possible within a digital format. | https://www.ludonarracon.com/ | N/A | Free | None | None | ||
7 – 8 May | GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Dubai | Dubai, United Arab Emirates | After a successful event in 2024, welcoming over 1,300 attendees, the GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects is returning on May 7–8 alongside the Dubai Esports and Games Festival at the Dubai World Trade Centre conference facility in the heart of Dubai! | https://www.pgconnects.com/dubaigameexposummit/ | 1300+ | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
8 – 11 May | PAX East 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | United States | Boston | Boston, United States | PAX East is a celebration of gaming and gaming culture featuring thought-provoking panels, a massive expo hall filled with the best publishers and studios, new game demos, musical performances, tournaments, and a community experience unlike any other. | https://east.paxsite.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
14 – 17 May | A Maze 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Europe | Germany | Berlin | Berlin, Germany | A MAZE. established since 2008 is an international arthouse label in the field of games and playful media that includes independent and alternative game projects, virtual realities and other digital playful dimensions. | https://a-maze.net/ | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
18 – 20 May | Digital Dragons 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Poland | Krakow | Krakow, Poland | Digital Dragons Conference is one of the largest B2B events for the games industry in the whole Europe. Leading conference in Poland. | https://digitaldragons.pl/en/ | 2000+ | 230€ (Standard) / 292€ (Business) | Pine | None | ||
20 – 23 May | Nordic Game 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | 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 | 499€ (Standard) | MeetToMatch | None | ||
22 – 25 May | MomoCon 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2C | North America | United States | Atlanta | Atlanta, United States | MomoCon brings together fans of Japanese 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 their favorite shows, games, and comics. | https://www.momocon.com/ | N/A | $50 (Daily) / $60 (All Days) | N/A | None | ||
22 – 25 May | PlayX4 2025 | 05 – MAY | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | South Korea | Goyang | Goyang, South Korea | PlayX4 has become one of the biggest Game show in Korea. PlayX4 was first organised to support local game developers’ expansion into overseas market. | https://www.playx4.or.kr/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
2 – 3 Jun | Dev.Play 2025 | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Romania | Bucharest | Bucharest, Romania | Dev.Play is a premier event for game devs in Eastern Europe, targeting industry professionals, indie developers, and students. The conference features a variety of sessions , panel discussions, and workshops led by industry experts. Dev.Play aims to foster connections within the game dev community. | https://dev-play.ro/ | Starting from 100eur | N/A | None | |||
2 – 5 Jun | Unreal Fest 2025 | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Orlando | Orlando, United States | What’s next for Unreal Fest? Well, theoretical person who might ask us that question: we’re headed to Orlando in 2025! Clear your calendars for June 2nd through June 5th for an Unreal jaunt to the Sunshine State. | https://www.unrealengine.com/en-US/feed?tags=events | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
6 Jun | XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic NEW | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | United States | Charlottetown | Charlottetown, United States | 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 | None | ||
6 – 7 Jun | Game Access 2025 | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Czech Republic | Brno | Brno, Czech Republic | 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/conference/ | N/A | 183€ (Standard) / 273€ (VIP) | Pine | None | ||
9 – 16 Jun | Steam Next Fest: June 2025 | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | VIRTUAL | VIRTUAL | Festival | North America | United States | Virtual | Steam | Play what’s next, choose from dozens of livestreams to watch, and chat with developers about their games in this week-long celebration | https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest | N/A | Free | Steam | None | ||
11 – 17 Jun | Toronto Games Week 2025 | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Toronto Games Week is a collective coordination of events organized independently by dozens of organizations, curators, companies, creators, and communities. | https://torontogamesweek.com/ | N/A | Various | N/A | None | ||
12 – 13 Jun | XP Game Summit 2025 | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Toronto | Toronto, Canada | Through world class B2B conferences, XP Gaming brings businesses, investors and subject matter experts together to foster new industry opportunities. Using their proprietary employment platform, and Career Day events they drive recruitment initiatives that connect recruiters with job seekers. | https://xpgamesummit.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
19 – 20 Jun | Game Camp 2025 NEW | 06 – JUN | 2025 | 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 | MeetToMatch | None | ||
19 – 20 Jun | HIT Games Conference – Barcelona 2025 | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Barcelona, Spain | HIT Games Conference (HGC) is international B2B events dedicated to development, publishing & growth of the gaming market — covering Mobile, PC & Console, Web3 games and more. | https://hgconf.com/ | 350 | TBA | Pine | None | ||
27 Jun | Portside Game Assembly | 06 – JUN | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Hamburg | Hamburg, Germany | A new B2B industry conference for leading indie game makers and studios, organized by Gamecity Hamburg. The main event invites selected decision-makers from the international indie games industry on board of a ship: keynote speeches, impulse talks and productive roundtables. | https://portsideassembly.com/ | N/A | 189€ | N/A | None | ||
8 – 10 Jul | Develop Brighton 2025 | 07 – JUL | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | United Kingdom | Brighton | Brighton, United Kingdom | Develop:Brighton has been bringing together the European Game Dev community from global superstars to micro indies – since 2006. Come and learn from your peers and share your experiences, hear from the industry’s leading lights, get up-to-date with tools, and network. | https://www.developconference.com/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
18 – 19 Jul | TennoCon 2025 | 07 – JUL | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | North America | Ontario | London | London, Ontario | TennoCon will take place across two days, the first of which will allow fans to collect their badge, shop for merch, and attend an opening night event. The second day will consist of the traditional TennoCon events and panels. 10th anniversary edition. | https://www.warframe.com/tennocon | N/A | N/A | N/A | None | ||
18 – 20 Jul | BitSummit 2025 | 07 – JUL | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | Festival | Asia | Japan | Kyoto | Kyoto, Japan | Established in 2012, BitSummit was founded with the goal of giving Japanese independent game makers a chance to show their games to the world. | https://bitsummit.org/en/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
31 Jul – 3 Aug | GenCon 2025 | 08 – AUG | 2025 | 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/ | 70,000+ | TBA | N/A | None | ||
10 – 14 Aug | SIGGRAPH 2025 | 08 – AUG | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | The premier conference & exhibition on computer graphics & interactive techniques. | https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
17 – 19 Aug | devcom 2025 | 08 – AUG | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Germany | Cologne | Cologne, Germany | Europe’s biggest and gamescom’s official game developer conference with 3400+ attendees will offer a wide range of events and sessions for international games industry professionals. | https://www.devcom.global/tickets/#ddc25shop | 3500+ | 618€ (Business) / 1236€ (VIP) | Swapcard | None | ||
20 – 24 Aug | gamescom 2025 | 08 – AUG | 2025 | 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. #gamescom | https://www.gamescom.global/en | N/A | TBA | Swapcard | None | ||
29 Aug – 1 Sep | PAX West 2025 | 08 – AUG | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | North America | United States | Seattle | Seattle, United States | 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/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
2 – 4 Sep | Games Industry Law Summit 2025 | 09 – SEP | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Lithuania | Vilnius | Vilnius, Lithuania | In 2025, we offer 350 seats, and we expect counsels and executives from over 200 studios, platforms, associations & law firms. The three-day program at a private venue in Vilnius Old Town is focused on learning and debating, expanding the professional network and catching up with industry peers. | https://gameslawsummit.org/games-industry-law-summit-x-vilnius/ | 350 | 1,600€ | N/A | None | ||
5 Sep | HIT Games Conference – Bangalore 2025 | 09 – SEP | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | India | Bangalore | Bangalore, India | HIT Games Conference (HGC) is international B2B events dedicated to development, publishing & growth of the gaming market — covering Mobile, PC & Console, Web3 games and more. | https://hgconf.com | 300 | TBA | Pine | None | ||
3 Oct | XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver | 10 – OCT | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | North America | Canada | Vancouver | Vancouver, Canada | XP Indie Biz Connect is a one-day event focused on the business of indie game development, connecting attendees with the people and knowledge needed to succeed in a competitive industry. Join West Coast video game industry professionals for a day of networking and curated talks. | https://xpgaming.biz/xp-indie-biz-vancouver/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
7 Oct | HIT Games Conference – Hanoi 2025 | 10 – OCT | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | Vietnam | Hanoi | Hanoi, Vietnam | HIT Games Conference (HGC) is international B2B events dedicated to development, publishing & growth of the gaming market — covering Mobile, PC & Console, Web3 games and more. | https://hgconf.com | 250 | TBA | Pine | None | ||
7 – 8 Oct | Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki 2025 | 10 – OCT | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Finland | Helsinki | Helsinki, Finland | Pocket Gamer Connects focuses on connecting you with the right people from all sections of the games industry. We unite delegates across the entire ecosystem with all the key formats covered. All while having fun and fostering a real “games industry family” feel. | https://www.pgconnects.com/helsinki/ | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
23 – 25 Oct | Game Days 2025 | 10 – OCT | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Slovakia | Kosice | Kosice, Slovakia | International game development festival connecting creativity, art and business aspects welcoming all fans of videogames in beautiful city of Kosice, Slovakia. To find out more click here. | https://gamedays.sk/ | 600+ | TBA | None | None | ||
30 Oct – 2 Nov | gamescom Asia 2025 | 10 – OCT | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B2C | Asia | Singapore | Singapore | Singapore, Singapore | For trade, gamescom asia aims to serve as the premier platform for Southeast Asian game developers to explore partnerships and expand their audiences globally. | https://gamescom.asia | 40,000+ | TBA | Swapcard | None | ||
5 Nov | THIS Game NEW | 11 – NOV | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Europe | Denmark | Aarhus | Aarhus, Denmark | Every year, we gather the Nordic game industry for a day of knowledge, inspiration, and networking, diving into the creative process of game development to explore how developers find inspiration and what new platforms, techniques, and trends are dominating. | https://thisaarhus.com/track/thisgame/ | N/A | TBA | N/A | None | ||
11 – 12 Nov | MIGS 2025 | 11 – NOV | 2025 | 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 | N/A | TBA | MeetToMatch | None | ||
27 – 28 Nov | HIT Games Conference – Abu Dhabi | 11 – NOV | 2025 | SCHEDULED | SCHEDULED | PHYSICAL | PHYSICAL | B2B | Asia | United Arab Emirates | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | HIT Games Conference (HGC) is international B2B events dedicated to development, publishing & growth of the gaming market — covering Mobile, PC & Console, Web3 games and more. | https://hgconf.com | 350 | TBA | Pine | None |
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