IndiePlayersPublishers & BD
Indie studios, Players and fans, Publishers and business development.
Buy public tickets on the official site; popular days sell out, so buy early. Register for a trade or conference pass on the official site; early-bird prices are the cheapest.
Indie developers can apply to a curated showcase or award selection (often free or subsidised); applications close weeks to months before. There is a business area with meeting tables and a matchmaking system for publishers, investors and partners.
Dates marked Expected follow each event's usual month and are not yet announced. Costs are typical past prices. Always confirm on the official site before booking travel. Checked: Nov 12, 2026.
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