Indie Developers – This Is Your Chance to Shine at NG26 in Malmö
Indie developers, rejoice: Nordic Game is offering unbeatable value at NG26 Spring, set for 26-29 May at the iconic Slagthuset venue in Malmö. With affordable pricing and tailored perks, the event is designed to supercharge visibility and connections for all indie developers.
If you have a great game project and want to show it to the participating publishers, investors, media, and fellow developers, this is the chance! Join the more than 100 indie games on display in the Showcase Hall of the Slagthuset venue.
For NG26 we’re excited to unveil a limited-time 50% discount on the Demo Station Package – now just €1,500 (normally €3,000, ex VAT). This all-in-one deal includes:
- 1 Business Pass for full conference access
- A prime 2 sqm demo station in the Developer Showcase hall, complete with display cabinet, storage/equipment area, print-ready signage, grey carpet, electricity, and cleaning
As an NG26 indie exhibitor, you’ll unlock even more:
- Full access to the NG26 Business Meeting System and dedicated on-site meeting area
- Entry to live pitch competitions and exclusive indie-focused events
- Nomination for the NG26 People’s Choice Awards
- Your game featured on the NG26 Steam list (details TBA)
- Option to add an Extra Content Pass for just €199
Get a taste of how your demo station can look in our latest expo photo album from NG25.
“This is your chance for direct face-time with Nordic decision-makers and global peers,” said NG26 producer Jared Middle Calf. “A demo station delivers unmatched exposure in a hall packed with opportunity.”
All the perks explained – and more!
For NG26, we’re proud that indie hub Spelkollektivet is once again co-organizing the Developer Showcase hall. The collective is even introducing a brand-new initiative: A dedicated mentorship program for game developers:
“Looking to sharpen your pitch before NG26? Join us at Spelkollektivet for an intensive mentorship weekend designed specifically for developers pitching to publishers and investors. You’ll refine your pitch and presentation, receive direct feedback from experienced industry mentors, and walk into the conference confident, prepared, and pitch-ready”.
Read more here: https://nordicgame.com/spelkollektivet-invites-indie-teams-to-pre-ng26-mentorship-week/
Nordic Pitch Events: Spotlight Your Game in 3 Minutes
Attract publishers, investors, media, players, and fellow developers who can help move your project forward. The format is straightforward and focused: step on stage and answer one powerful question in just 3 minutes: Why should people play your game? Read all about the pitch here! The Nordic Pitch takes place on Wednesday 27 May and Thursday 28 May, each day at 11:00 CEST on the Showcase Stage.
People’s Choice Award
Each year at Nordic Game, the Developer Showcase exhibition buzzes with exciting indies and brand-new talent on the show floor, presenting great games. To celebrate, all conference participants can play the games during the week and then vote for their favorite to win the People’s Choice Award, presented during the Nordic Game Awards show on the final conference evening on 28 May. Here’s a video from last year’s winner – check out The Way To Win!
For NG26 the People’s Choice Award is sponsored by our awesome partners from DatHost who’s providing a prize of 1 entire year of free hosting for the winning developer, worth more than 2000 EUR. Thank you DatHost!
Steam Sale
1.2 million impressions and 45,000+ reads – those are the impressive results from last year’s Nordic Showcase on Steam. Being part of the Nordic Game Steam Sale gives indie developers boosted visibility on Steam through a trusted, industry-recognized brand, helping games stand out, gain wishlists, and reach new players during a high-attention moment. It’s a curated showcase that adds credibility, drives discovery, and turns spotlight exposure into real momentum for your game. The NG25 Steam list looked like this: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/NordicGameConference2026
Spots are filling fast – secure yours today by visiting nordicgame.com/registration and follow the steps.
Welcome to NG26 – where indies shine!
Join our exhibitors, sponsors and partners
Nordic Game would not be gathering the games industry in Malmö each spring without the enthusiastic participation of thousands of talented game developers from the Nordic region and across the globe for over two decades. Thank you!
We’re also tremendously grateful for the unwavering support of our exhibitors, sponsors and partners. Many of them have already signed-up for our upcoming show, but we’re always ready to welcome new partnerships.
Contact us here for some great opportunities on exhibitor, sponsor, group and partner packages for our next event and beyond.
About the Nordic Game conference
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