Game Development Events in London

AdventureX 2026, the UK’s only convention dedicated entirely to narrative‑driven games, returns to London on 7–8 November 2026. Hosted at the LSBU Hub, the event brings together developers, writers, artists, and fans who share a passion for interactive storytelling. From retro point‑and‑click adventures to rich, branching narrative experiences, AdventureX celebrates the full spectrum of story‑focused game design. Attendees can explore exhibits from acclaimed indie creators including Powerhoof, Grundislav Games, Robust Games, Julia Minamata, Common Colors, and Happy Broccoli Games. 

Across two days, the conference features talks, panels, and workshops led by influential voices in the narrative games industry, supported by professional BSL interpreters to ensure full accessibility. Whether you're a seasoned developer or simply love story‑rich games, AdventureX offers a welcoming, inclusive space to learn, network, and discover new creative perspectives. With its volunteer‑run, non‑profit ethos, the event continues to grow as a cornerstone gathering for the global narrative‑gaming community.

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World Builder Summit 2026 brings the global creator economy together for a landmark one‑day gathering in London on 11 November 2026. Designed for builders shaping immersive worlds across Roblox, Fortnite/UEFN, Minecraft, Zepeto, Horizon Worlds, GTA, and more, the summit offers a high‑impact mix of visionary keynotes, hands‑on workshops, and curated networking. Attendees gain direct access to platform leaders, studios, brands, and investors who are driving the next era of digital storytelling and UGC innovation. 

This year marks the summit’s first international expansion, branded WorldBuilder EMEA, hosted at London’s Olympia exhibition centre. The event is creator‑first, cross‑platform, and business‑focused—built for emerging and established worldbuilders looking to scale their work, secure partnerships, and explore new monetisation pathways. With discounted creator passes available and early‑bird tickets already live, the 2026 edition is set to be the most accessible and globally diverse gathering yet.

Organiser: WorldBuilder Summit 

Average Pass Price:

Creator Pass: $99 / £99 (discounted) 

Standard Pass: $299–$349

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Can you afford not to join us for PG Connects London 2027?

TRULY ESSENTIAL Q1 GLOBAL GAMES INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

With the greatest respect: if you work in the games industry and you're not starting your year by attending PG Connects London… you may need to re-evaluate your business life choices.

Our UK event isn't about the numbers – although 3,000 attendees, 1,600 companies, 300 speakers, 70 countries, 60+ content hours are worth highlighting – but rather the indisputable, invaluable industry function it serves.

It's. All. About. Connections

The clue's in the name. Reuniting with friends or former colleagues – sometimes they're both. Meeting brilliant new minds that spark captivating conversations. Sitting down with soon-to-be business partners. Absorbing insights to bring to your team back in the office. Securing face-to-face time with that developer / publisher / investor / service / platform / tools provider / media agency / recruiter / operator / journalist you've been trying to link up with for months.

We built – and named – our event series from this core concept. And London takes the concept 'next level'.

Designed to boost business

This isn't an anonymous business card grabfest. You're securing meaningful connections that make a difference, whether that's in track sessions, on the expo floor, during fringe sessions, at our post-conference activity, or even when queueing for coffee.

Year, after year, after year we bring the games industry together and strive to deliver a balance between high networking intensity and strong content suitability that ensures genuine business utility. It's weaved into every decision. Take our choice of venues: quirky, sure, but also deliberately designed to amplify this very balance.

January blues? Tsk…

The timing helps, too. You start your conversation in London, check in on things in San Francisco, keep the momentum going in Barcelona, and conclude the deal in Helsinki.

Okay, we know that's not how real business works. But the broader point remains: PGC London is your springboard to the year ahead, the rejuvenating Q1 kick to counter the preceding Q4 crunch.

It's no happy coincidence that our London attendees' social wrap-ups state that they return to the office fully re-energised, inspired, hopeful, ready to face the months of work that lie ahead – and having made a tonne more contacts.

The whole ecosystem

You're not focused on mobile, though? Great; neither are our delegates. PG Connects may have started in 2014 as a smartphone-focused conference – and some of our one-day summits do remain so – but London has long been welcoming professionals from across the games ecosystem: mobile, PC, Consoles, AI, cross-media, global app economy and more are all featured, all at home.

That's why you're just as likely to bump into the likes of Nintendo, EA, Xbox, Take-Two Interactive, Epic Games, Roblox, Bandai Namco, Ubisoft, NC, Square Enix, Sega, Capcom as you are Tencent, NetEase, Supercell, Playrix, Scopely, Tilting Point, King, Krafton, Com2uS, Gameloft, Netmarble, FunPlus.

TL;DR?

Fair. We're all busy.

Here's the gist: if you work in the games sector, it doesn't make a lot of business sense to miss two days packed tighter than Ikea furniture with networking, discovering, pitching, dealing, discussing, and learning alongside a fully engaged who's who of the global games industry, right at the heart of one of the world's greatest capitals.

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Your conference ticket includes...

• Entry to the main conference including access to all content tracks, roundtables, expo zone, indie showcase, and dedicated meeting areas on both days across both venues (The Brewery and Barbican Centre)
• Access to partner events such as Apps Business Summit and Beyond Games: Transmedia Summit, including venue and associated networking areas
• A personal and company profile on the MeetToMatch meeting platform and unlimited meeting invites
• Invitation to access fringe activity such as Careers Zone, The Big Indie Pitch, Investor Connector, Publisher SpeedMatch, Journalist Bar and more (if eligible: free separate application required, places are limited)
• Entry to the Kick-Off Party on the evening of Day 0
• Entry to the Global Connects Party Day 1 networking evening
• Access to VideoVault for viewing recordings of talks and panels post event
• VIP pass benefits include opportunities such as a dedicated private area with amenities, bespoke catering options, and access to an exclusive networking reception
• Free coffee, tea, and refreshments on both days
• Free wifi in the venue

London Games Festival 2027 runs 12–19 April and brings a bigger, more accessible celebration of games, creativity and industry innovation to the UK capital. In 2027, the festival expands its core programming with a new central hub at the Business Design Centre in Islington, hosting New Game Plus, the Games Finance Market, conferences, meetings and networking from 15–17 April. Alongside this, visitors can explore curated playable showcases, international creators, and the festival’s Official Selection promoted both in‑person and online. 

Activity continues across London with Screen Play at BFI Southbank, a renewed Friday Late at the V&A, the Ensemble exhibition, community‑led events, and the BAFTA Games Awards at Queen Elizabeth Hall. Supported by the Mayor of London and the UK Government, the festival is a major driver of UK games industry growth, attracting tens of thousands of attendees each year—including more than 8,000 B2B delegates in 2026—and generating an estimated £30m business pipeline. 

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