Organized by the Uzbekistan Creative Association and supported by the Ministry, the festival is designed as a platform for industry professionals, developers, and investors to explore growth opportunities within the global gaming ecosystem.
The event is scheduled to take place in Tashkent on May 15–16, 2026.
The festival will serve as a venue to showcase technical innovations and foster dialogue among government officials, international organizations, and private-sector leaders.
Reflecting on the invitation and the region’s potential, Batuhan Avucan, Founder & Managing Director of Mobidictum, expressed his outlook on the upcoming event:
“I’m very excited to be part of this event in an emerging market.”
Batuhan Avucan, Founder & Managing Director of Mobidictum
GameFest 2026 Event Programming
GameFest 2026 features a multi-disciplinary agenda focused on business development and creative competition:
- Game Forum: A high-level conference for dialogue on the future of digital entertainment among industry and government leaders.
- Animation Forum: Technical workshops and lectures exploring the impact of animation in the digital era.
- ScaleUp & Fund Pitch Session: A dedicated stage for game studios and startups to present projects to global publishers and investors.
- B2B Growth Exchange: A networking hub intended to facilitate strategic collaborations and investment prospects.
- International Game Jam: A competition where developers collaborate on game prototypes within a constrained timeframe.
- Exhibitions and Showcases: The program includes a Games & Animation Expo, a Cosplay Show, and professional E-Sports tournaments.
Further details regarding GameFest 2026 agenda and registration requirements are available through the official festival channels.
