Indie Arena Booth Returns to gamescom 2024: Submissions Now Open

Super Crowd :

Hamburg, 18 March 2024 - Indie Arena Booth, the world's biggest shared showcase for indie game developers, is pleased to announce its return to gamescom 2024 from August 21st to 25th with over 1,500 square metres of exhibition space, this year's curated showcase promises to be another fantastic opportunity for developers to spotlight their creations on a global stage.
 

Participants can select from various booth sizes, including the Small Booth (€ 2,500), Big Booth (€ 4,500), and Arcade Booth (€ 3,000), catering to diverse project scopes and preferences. Participants can look forward to an all-inclusive package regardless of the booth they select. All included services can be found here.

Indie Arena Booth is delighted to announce its continued partnership with Nintendo Switch™*, which is providing a showcasing spot free of charge at Indie Arena Booth. Developers of Nintendo Switch games can apply for this curated spot through the Indie Arena Booth back end. Nintendo Switch has been a trusted partner of the event for years, and developers will now have the opportunity to secure one of the highly sought-after spots in the Nintendo Switch area early-on to gain a head -start.
 
A  jury made up of renowned industry professionals will select the best projects after the submission deadline, to secure the best curated indie game lineup. Over 370 game applications were sent in last year and over 150 games from 30 countries made it into the showcase.
 
Complementing the physical exhibition, both the popular Indie Arena Booth Steam Event (almost 2.5 million impressions in 2023) as well as the exclusive live stream (almost 2 million views in 2023), hosted by Shay Thompson, will return, providing participating developers with an additional platform to reach a broader audience.

Developers are invited to submit their applications until 21 April 2024. The submission page can be found here. For photo impressions from Indie Arena Booth, please visit this folder.

*Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.
 
About Indie Arena Booth

Indie Arena Booth is a unique shared developer booth that showcases independent game developers and their creative projects. It is an annual event that takes place at major gaming conventions, such as Gamescom and offers an opportunity for indie developers to exhibit their games to a large and diverse audience of gamers, industry professionals, and press. Indie Arena Booth features a curated selection of the best and most innovative indie games from around the world, ranging from action-packed shooters to narrative-driven adventures, and everything in between. The event also provides a networking opportunity for developers, allowing them to connect with other developers, publishers, and investors, as well as gain valuable feedback and exposure for their games.