Conferences

The Borneo Animation & Games Festival (BAGF) is a five-day celebration of animation, video games and creative culture, taking place in Kuchingin the state of Sarawak.
Supported by MDEC and the Government of Sarawak, the BAGF brings together international studios, publishers, investors, developers and students to connect, collaborate and explore the future of digital content in Southeast Asia.

The festival is held across two venues: the Pullman Hotel Kuching hosts industry conferences, while The Hills Kuching comes to life with the BAGFest Con, film screenings and competitions.

The program includes intellectual property (IP) development, production insights, business matching meetings, pitching sessions, portfolio reviews and workshops, with speakers and attendees from over 20 countries. Past and current editions have featured professionals from Pixar, PlayStation Studios Malaysia and numerous key players in the ASEAN animation and gaming scene.

Rooted in Borneo’s cultural heritage and designed to enhance the region’s creative economy, BAGF is one of Southeast Asia’s most distinctive events for those working at the intersection of animation, video games, and digital culture.

Gamescom Dev is the official conference dedicated to video game developers of gamescom and the largest European event for professionals in the video game industry. Launched in 2017 under the name devcom, it has grown to become an international reference point, bringing together developers, publishers, investors and creators from all over the world.

The 2026 edition will be held from August 23 to 25 at the Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germanyand will offer approximately 210 sessions including keynotes, conferences, panel discussions, and workshops, led by approximately 350 international industry experts . The program covers the entire landscape of video game development and business, with topics ranging from game design, artificial intelligence, and community management to research, education, and mental well-being.

The event also includes a dedicated business exhibition area, in-person and online matchmaking services, an area reserved for independent developers (Indie Expo), side events, and numerous networking opportunities.

In addition to the main conference, Gamescom Dev represents a hub for the global games industry throughout the year, with summits dedicated to industry leaders, exclusive dinners and select events organised throughout the year.

The D2 Conference is one of Europe's leading events dedicated to Architectural Visualization (Archviz), rendering, and computer graphics for architecture. Held annually in Budapest, it brings together 3D artists, architects, designers, and digital visualization professionals from around the world for two days of talks, inspiration, and networking.

The conference features presentations by some of the industry's most respected professionals and internationally renowned studios, who share their experience, workflows, case studies, and best practices for creating high-quality architectural visualizations. Sessions cover a wide range of topics, from the art of visualization and architectural design to rendering, visual storytelling, and the production pipelines adopted by leading studios.

Beyond its technical content, D2 is well known for its strong community focus, encouraging direct interaction between speakers, sponsors, and attendees through networking opportunities and social events. With its intimate atmosphere and limited number of participants, the conference provides a unique environment for professional exchange, learning, and networking within the Archviz and computer graphics community.

In a market defined by rapid change and increasing focus on value, IBC is the ideal place for meaningful engagement.

The world’s leading broadcasters, content owners, rightsholders and solution providers come together at IBC for focused conversations, active collaboration and business that moves forward, creating the moments that matter.

Gaming Istanbul (GIST) is one of the top 10 gaming events in the world and the most important meeting point for the region's gaming ecosystem. Held annually in Istanbul, Turkey, and celebrating its 10th edition, it brings together gamers, independent developers, AAA studios, publishers, technology companies, content creators, and investors to celebrate and help shape the future of the gaming industry.

More than just a video game fair, GIST is a complete industry platform that combines a public festival with a rich program dedicated to video game development, mobile gaming, monetization, esports and investments.

The event features keynotes and live presentations on the Main Stage, a Exhibition Hall where studios showcase their titles and the latest technologies, aIndie Showcase dedicated to emerging developers, a Tech Playground with immersive hardware demonstrations and areas reserved for content creators and streamers.

The 2026 edition represents a milestone: GIST aims to enter the Top 5 of the most important video game events in the world. Take your experience to the next level and join the game!

HDAI Summit 2026 is the international summit on human-technology interaction, dedicated to putting human intelligence at the center of artificial intelligence.
Two days in Pompeii to explore how to lead (and not suffer) the adoption of AI in an ethical, strategic, and sustainable way, with panels on creativity, business, governance, science, and industry, and high-level speakers from the world of research, business, and institutions.

D.I.C.E. Europe (Design, Innovate, Communicate, Entertain) è un esclusivo summit executive dedicato ai leader dell'industria videoludica, che riunisce alcune delle menti più brillanti dell'intrattenimento interattivo per approfondire il processo creativo e le idee che stanno plasmando il futuro dello sviluppo dei videogiochi.

Incentrato sul tema "The Story Ahead", il programma del 2026 propone interventi di relatori di alto profilo, tavole rotonde riservate dedicate agli aspetti creativi e imprenditoriali dello sviluppo dei videogiochi, oltre a esperienze di networking curate nei minimi dettagli, tra cui l'Opening Night Reception presso l'iconico Museo dell'Acropoli.

Grazie al suo formato volutamente raccolto, D.I.C.E. Europe favorisce un confronto diretto, autentico e tra pari, difficilmente realizzabile negli eventi di settore di dimensioni più grandi.

NEXUS Games Summit is an international conference dedicated to the games industry held annually in Dublin, Ireland, bringing together professionals and thought leaders from across the global games ecosystem for four days of high-level networking, business-oriented meetings and exclusive events.

The program includes the NEXUS Games Conference, theOpening Night Reception, theExecutive Forum, the Conference Mixer and the iconic Guinness Storehouse Experience, making the event one of the most original events in the European gaming landscape.

The sessions address topics such as financing and investments, artificial intelligence applied to video games, marketing and user acquisition, as well as trust and safety (Trust & Safety), with the participation of speakers and professionals from companies such as 2K Games, Epic Games, Riot Games, Scopely, Playrix, Meta, Xbox and many more.

For industry professionals looking to build meaningful relationships and engage with the people shaping the future of the industry, NEXUS Games Summit offers a small, yet international platform ideal for creating valuable connections.

The Mobidictum Conference is one of the leading events for the gaming industry in Turkey, Europe, Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Asia, and takes place annually in Istanbul. The two-day conference brings together developers, publishers, investors and industry leaders to discuss the present and future of the gaming business, with a particular focus on the mobilemarket.

The program addresses a wide range of topics, including publishing and distribution, user acquisition, monetization, data and analytics, artificial intelligence and the indie developer scene. In addition to the main stage sessions, the event offers numerous structured networking opportunities, such as theInvestor Matchup, the Publisher Matchup, the Founders Mixer and the Women in Games Mixer, culminating in theIndie Award Show, which recognizes the region's most deserving independent titles.

Speakers from past and upcoming editions include representatives from companies such as The Walt Disney Company, Vertigo Games, Amber and StarBerry Games, as well as numerous other industry players.

SAGA Barcelona Game Fest is the new and ambitious event dedicated to Southern European video games, born from the union of three important Catalan events: BCN Game Fest, RetroBarcelona and SAGA Saló del Gaming. Whether you're a developer looking to connect with publishers and investors or a fan eager to try the latest titles first, SAGA offers an experience designed for all audiences.

The program includes conferences, round tables and workshops, a lively B2B area managed through MeetToMatch, an area dedicated to esports, spaces reserved for independent developers, an area dedicated to retrogaming and the IndieDevDay Awards.

With the participation of studios such as Larian Studios, THQ Nordic, Devolver Digital and The Game Kitchen, Barcelona is preparing to become one of the most exciting stops on the 2026 gaming calendar.

The VIEW Conference is a leading international event dedicated to animation, visual effects (VFX), video games, artificial intelligence (AI), AR/VR/XR, virtual production and immersive media, which takes place annually in Turin, Italy. Now in its 27th edition, it is the leading Italian conference dedicated to computer graphics and one of the most prestigious in Europe.

The conference brings together industry professionals, experts, students and enthusiasts to share the latest innovations in animation, VFX and video games, while offering a glimpse into the technologies and trends that will shape the future of the industry.

The program includes a rich calendar of conferences, keynotes, round tables, workshops and masterclasses dedicated to topics such as storytelling, virtual production, computer graphics, interactive techniques, digital cinema and immersive and real-time media.

Speakers in past editions include professionals from Pixar, DreamWorks, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), Framestore, Guerrilla Games, Warner Bros. Animation, Lucasfilm and many other leading companies. The 2026 edition will also host presentations dedicated to some of the most anticipated productions, including How to Train Your Dragon, The Bad Guys 2, Wicked: For Good and other important projects.

LEVEL UP KL is Southeast Asia's premier game developers conference, held annually in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Organized by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), the event, now in its 12th edition, has become one of the region's most important gatherings for the global games industry, bringing together developers, publishers, investors, game technology companies, and industry communities under one roof.

The conference features a comprehensive program that includes an industry conference, business networking sessions, an exhibition, Pitch Day, the SEA Game Awards, and hands-on masterclasses, all designed to accelerate industry growth, foster meaningful connections, and showcase the talent shaping Southeast Asia's game development landscape on the global stage.

Whether you're an indie developer looking for your breakthrough, a publisher searching for the region's next hit title, or a technology company exploring new market opportunities, LEVEL UP KL provides a dynamic platform to learn, connect, and grow.

The MIA – International Audiovisual Market is one of the main meetings events dedicated to the audiovisual industry at an international level.

It takes place every year in Rome and represents a meeting point for industry professionals, including producers, distributors, broadcasters, streaming platforms, investors, authors and institutions.

It is an event reserved for industry operators, created with the aim of encouraging the creation of new collaborations, co-production agreements, financing opportunities and distribution channels for audiovisual content.

The market includes all the main audiovisual sectors:

• Cinema

• TV Series

• Documentaries

• Animation

• Entertainment

During the MIA the following are organized:

• co-production forums and pitching sessions to present new projects;

• meetings and matchmaking sessions between companies;

• conferences, panels and round tables on industry trends;

• presentations of works in development and screenings reserved for international buyers.

The event is promoted by APA (Audiovisual Producers Association) and ANICA (National Association of Cinematographic, Audiovisual and Digital Industries) and is today one of the main European events for business development in the audiovisual sector.

gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show is Southeast Asia’s largest gaming business and consumer event, bringing together industry professionals, publishers, developers, and gaming enthusiasts under one roof in Bangkok, Thailand. As part of the prestigious international gamescom brand, the 2025 edition welcomed more than 206,000 visitors and nearly 300 exhibitors and pavilions from around the world, establishing itself as one of the most significant events on the regional gaming industry calendar.

Now entering its 2026 edition, the event is divided into a business area and a consumer entertainment area. The professional section features two conference stages focused on game development, localization, and emerging technologies, alongside a business expo, structured networking sessions, an Invest Circle connecting developers with publishers and investors, and a pitching competition that gives promising indie studios the opportunity to secure funding and gain industry visibility.

Meanwhile, the entertainment area brings the latest titles from both major international studios and independent developers directly to fans and gaming enthusiasts, delivering an immersive experience filled with new discoveries and exciting experiences.

Games Ground is one of Europe's fastest-growing games festivals, taking place annually at the Alte Münze in Berlin. Bringing together developers, industry professionals, and the entire gaming community, it's a four-day celebration of games, culture, and connections, taking place from November 5–8, 2026.

The Business Days on November 5th and 6th bring together international industry professionals through curated conferences, workshops and matchmaking formulas including Publisher Connect, Mentor Ground, Career Ground and anIndie Showcase enriched with content with streamers, competitions and prizes.

The Public Days on November 7th and 8th open the festival to the general public, with three live stages, a large indie exhibition, XRareas, spaces dedicated to retrogaming LAN, cosplay, esports, live music and creator presence.

In the 2025 edition, Games Ground welcomed over 6,500 attendees, with 147 speakers, 99 games showcased and opportunities to connect with professionals and over 65 publishers and investors. The 2026 edition promises to further expand this success.

Dutch Game Week is a nine-day event dedicated to all things video game, bringing together the Dutch and international gaming community in Breda, at one of Europe's most distinctive industry events. Organized by Playgrounds and supported by the Dutch Games Association and the Breda University of Applied Sciences, the event includes game demos, esports, portfolio reviews, industry talks and the Dutch Game Awards, all in a city that has established itself as a true hub for the gaming industry.

At the heart of the event is the Dutch Game Week Conference, a two-day program hosted at the Chassé Theater, where developers, artists, studios, and students meet to explore the trends shaping the video game world today and the future prospects of the industry.

An integrated MeetToMatch session also offers studios and publishers a dedicated space to connect with investors and partners, making the event a real opportunity for both business and creative inspiration.

If you're a developer or artist interested in the European games scene, this is one event you won't want to miss.

SIGGRAPH Asia 2026, the 19th ACM SIGGRAPH Conference and Exhibition on Computer Graphics and Interactive Techniques in Asia, will take place from 1–4 December 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia, marking the event’s first time in the country.

Rotating across the Asia-Pacific region, the event brings together leading researchers, artists, developers, and industry professionals from around the world to explore the latest advancements in computer graphics, artificial intelligence, XR, animation, and emerging technologies.

This year’s theme, “Weaving the Future,” reflects how AI, extended reality (XR), computer graphics, and immersive media are converging to inspire new forms of creative expression and shape the future of digital experiences.

The International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) is one of Europe's leading film festivals dedicated to independent, auteur, and experimental cinema. Founded in 1972, it takes place annually in Rotterdam and has built an international reputation for discovering new talent, supporting film production, and offering a program that combines screenings, contemporary art, and film industry activities.