the ultimate b2b event

GAMEEXPO SUMMIT POWERED BY PG CONNECTS

7 & 8 May
Zabeel Hall 1 at Dubai World Trade Centre

HIGHLIGHTS OF GAMEEXPO
SUMMIT 2024

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS AT
GAMEEXPO SUMMIT 2024

JOIN THE REGION’S BIGGEST B2B EVENT

The GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects is the MENA region's largest B2B event, uniting over 1,500 industry experts during the Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2025. Featuring 40+ sessions from 100+ global thought leaders, the summit is the ultimate platform for networking, with 2,000+ meetings held via 'MeetToMatch' and 50+ investors connecting with developers. Join the region's top gathering of game developers, investors, and industry pioneers.

AI Advances

Web3 Wonders

State of Play – Industry Trends

Investment Insight

Publishing Power

The Developer Toolkit

The Growth Track

Practical AI

Monetiser

Future Formats

Bigger and better than ever.

From the pioneers driving the future with AI, Web3, and Metaverse technologies to the creative masterminds behind cutting-edge game development and monetisation strategies, this is the region's most unique event.

Join investors, game developers, and industry leaders at the MENA region’s premier esports and gaming business gathering, where they’ll explore the unprecedented growth of gaming at this year's Dubai Esports and Games Festival.

What's New for DEF 2025?

Stay ahead of the curve by exploring the latest trends and technologies, mastering cutting-edge techniques for game creation, monetisation, and promotion, and gaining a competitive edge in the industry.

FUTURE TECH: WEB 3.0 + AI

Dubai is rapidly establishing itself as the global hub for Web3 game development, attracting top talent and fostering innovation across Web3 and related technologies. These tracks delve into the cutting-edge platforms and technologies—AI, blockchain, the metaverse, and Web3—that will redefine the future of gaming and society.

THE BUSINESS OF GAMES

These tracks dive into the strategies and techniques that drive success in the gaming business. Covering everything from user acquisition and monetisation tactics to fundraising trends and growth hacking insights, they provide the tools you need to thrive.

TRENDS + INNOVATIONS

Gain the latest insights into the global gaming landscape, esports innovations, and business success stories, with a focus on both local and international markets, to stay ahead in this fast-paced, ever-evolving industry.

KNOWLEDGE SHARING

Get practical tips, tricks, and front-line case studies to enhance your development toolkit and succeed as an indie developer.

INVESTOR CONNECTOR

The highly anticipated Investor Connector returns for 2025! This event will enable investors to directly connect with developers and companies with high growth potential, ensuring investments fuel the most promising sectors and drive innovation in the gaming industry.

JOIN US AT THE SUMMIT

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