About this Event
Connecting You To The World's Biggest Games Market
The internationally acclaimed Pocket Gamer Connects conference series returns to China for the second edition of PGC Summit Shanghai in association with MyGamez on July 29.
Shanghai's undisputed position as a major international hub for technology and China's roster of titanic games publishers and development studios create a powerhouse combination that ensures this one-day summit, at this uniquely thrilling location, will prove an unmissable event for industry leaders and teams from every corner of the games sector.
PG Connects Summit Shanghai marks an exciting expansion for the b2b networking and knowledge-sharing event, and builds on the remarkable success of the PGC series, which has already welcomed over 70,000 attendees from more than 70 countries across 58 conferences, and influenced an estimated $1.5 billion in deals across its 12-year history.
PLEASE NOTE: 2026 venue will be announced/updated soon.
PG Connects Summit Shanghai At-A-Glance
- 700 global games industry delegates
- 5 summit tracks with 40 expert speakers
- Mobile, PC, Console, AI, HTML5, XR and more
- A comprehensive expo area with booths and meeting spaces
- Indie showcase tables and grand pitching competition
- Integrated meeting system for business matchmaking (MeetToMatch)
- Specialised fringe events connecting investors, publishers, and developers
- Dedicated post-conference networking party
Register Your Ticket Today
The price of tickets rises in a series of tiers from Super Early Bird to Full Price – so the sooner you book, the cheaper your ticket will be!
Block bookings: To arrange a discount on block bookings, please contact us if you wish to purchase 5 or more tickets: [email protected] can help.
Students: Heavily discounted student ticket allocation is available. Only for students enrolled in a games industry-related course (and NOT currently in employment within the games-related industry – i.e. not a developer/UA manager/etc, in possession of a student card!). This is checked and ineligible tickets will be cancelled. Students need to be over the age of 18 to attend the conference and over the age of 21 to attend any of the networking sessions where alcohol may be available. We run a programme for free student tickets, organised in conjunction with recognised places of study: if you represent a university and would like to inquire about complimentary tickets for your students, please contact [email protected].
Journalists: Please apply for accreditation here or email [email protected]
Terms and conditions apply. Please read the notices on the order form. For full details, please visit www.pgconnects.com/shanghai.
More information: You can find details of the event at www.pgconnects.com/shanghai. Should you have any questions, please contact [email protected]
What Does A Conference Ticket Include?
- Entry to the PGC Summit, including access to all content tracks, expo area, and dedicated meeting zones
- A personal profile on the MeetToMatch meeting system and unlimited meeting invites
- The chance to access curated fringe events (if eligible – additional application is required)
- Entry to non-exclusive networking events
- Free coffee, tea, and refreshments
- Free wifi at the venue
Networking For All
The most important aspect of any b2b event is who you will meet and do business with. Deals are done, and friendships are made. So we put networking at the heart of the conference – the clue's in the name!
Of course, the schedule will be packed with our trademark focused seminars. But the event is called Connects because that’s what we help you do: connect with the whole industry, from new indie studios to the media, international investors, publishers, and service providers.
Unlike other event organisers, we offer the MeetToMatch meeting platform free to all main ticket delegates, so you can find that perfect contact and arrange to meet them in person in our dedicated meeting zones. Plus, there'll be post-conference networking and a few fringe events to further help put people together.
Pairing Developers With Publishers And Investors
Our fringe events are back! We'll be running curated sessions for developers, publishers and investors to connect live at the venue. These curated sessions pair mobile, PC, and console developers with publishers and investors in a series of meetings.
These short, sharp encounters enable first contact for you to follow up with a longer meeting if you find a potential partner. It’s a shop window for devs to display their wares and a pipeline of prospects for anyone looking to sign up-and-coming talent.
These activities require sign-up in advance because space is very limited. Once you have your ticket, look out for the application forms on the official site.
And, for indie developers, there are additional specific opportunities…
All About The Indies!
Indie devs are the lifeblood of the games industry and PG Connects champions their work. The show floor has a dedicated Big Indie Zone for known names and newcomers alike to display their talent to the audience. This is a vibrant and varied expo area for publishers looking to sign promising titles. In order to support the community, we always keep a few tables in reserve to give away free to deserving developers – check out the official site for details of how to apply.
And, of course, our popular Big Indie Pitch will be back with indie devs competing to impress a panel of industry experts. The pitching competition is open to mobile, PC, console developers this year.
The winners could walk away with prizes and online marketing worth $thousands, coverage on the site, essential feedback, plus the warm glow of celebration.
These activities require sign-up in advance because space is very limited. Once you have your ticket, look out for the pitch application forms the PGC Summit Shanghai site.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Shanghai, China
USD 55.00 to USD 1000.00
