Pitch Competition

Pitch Competition | gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show

Are you a passionate game developer with an idea that's ready to take the gaming world by storm?

The gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show Pitch Competition is a platform for game developers like you to showcase your talent, elevate your project, and compete for a substantial cash prize!

The pitch session is open for attendance by all conference delegates of gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show.

Submission close on 18th September 2026!


Sponsored by

shotdeck

When will the Pitch Competition take place?

Date: 30 October 2026 (Friday)

Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Location: Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC)

A total of 12 to 15 studios will be chosen as finalists to pitch their games in-person on the gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show stage for 7 MINUTES. These studios will be contacted by our event partner, Agora Gaming Partners, and will each receive two (2)conference delegate passes, granting access to both the business and entertainment areas of the event.

Submission Criteria

Publisher Status: Open to all studios - from teams currently seeking a publisher to those already working with one.

Platforms: Projects should have plans to release on at least one of the following platforms: PC, console, iOS, Android, or VR.

Development Stage: Projects can be at any development stage from pre-alpha to Minimum Viable Product (MVP). Paper-only pitches will not be accepted.

Pitching Format: In-person pitching only. 7-minute pitch per studio. No feedback or Q&A. Online participation will not be available.

Note: If you are submitting multiple projects, please fill out the form separately for each project.

Prize Categories

Best Visual: S$ 2,000

Best Game Design: S$ 2,000

Most Anticipated Game: S$ 2,000*

*Audience members can cast their vote for their 'Most Anticipated Game’.

Attending Publishers & Investors

Kwalee • Shiro Games • Secret Mode • KRAFTON • Shochiku • Behaviour Interactive • Joystick • Playstack • Focus Entertainment / Dotemu • Cooldown Games • Fireshine Games • PlaySide Studios • Square Enix • PQube • Miniclip • Feardemic • Humble • Wired Productions

Jurors

adam nook

ariel pai

hiro ishige

kyle billings

patrick johnson

2026 list of Attending Publishers & Investors to be announced soon!

2025 Attending Publishers & Investors included companies such as Kwalee • Shiro Games • Secret Mode • KRAFTON • Shochiku • Behaviour Interactive • Joystick • Playstack • Focus Entertainment / Dotemu • Cooldown Games • Fireshine Games • PlaySide Studios • Square Enix • PQube • Miniclip • Feardemic • Humble • Wired Productions and more!

What do you gain?

imageExposure & Networking

An opportunity to showcase your game to a broad, global network of publishers and investors attending the event.

imagePotential Funding & Partnerships

Performing well can open doors to potential funding opportunities and partnerships with investors or publishers.

imageRecognition & Credibility

Being shortlisted or winning can enhance your game's credibility and attract attention from both players and publishers.

imageMedia Coverage

Successful participation can attract media coverage, increasing awareness and interest in your game.

imagePitching Skill Refinement

Competing trains your ability to convey your game's value, target audience, gameplay, and unique features more effectively.

imageFeedback & Validation

Industry experts attending the event can offer valuable feedback, helping you refine and validate your game concept and design.

imageLearning Opportunities

Preparing and delivering a pitch hones your communication skills and teaches you how to effectively present your game to different audiences.

imageBrand Building

Strengthen your studio's brand within the gaming industry through participation and potential accolades.