IGDA Finland

During Finnish Games Week 2026, as it is tradition PGC Nordics will take place at Wanha Satama, Helsinki on 20-21 October! Previously known as PGC Helsinki, the event returns with a new name and a broader regional focus, connecting games professionals from Finland, Scandinavia, the wider Nordic market, Northern Europe and beyond.

Whether you’re looking to close deals, meet your next investor or publisher, or simply get a clearer view of where the games industry is heading next, PGC Nordics is designed to make every conversation count. Across two packed days of networking, talks, panels and pitching, attendees can build valuable connections, gain practical insight from industry leaders, and discover emerging talent and technologies.

More than 1,500 delegates from 50+ countries are expected, with over 150 expert speakers across multiple conference tracks. The event also includes an expo area with a busy indie showcase, a Careers Zone, the traditional after-hours party, plus two bonus summits: AI Gamechangers and Beyond Games: Transmedia.

With the code MIDSOMMAR26 you will get 14% off the total price at checkout, find out more and reserve your spot at: https://www.pgconnects.com/nordics/

Pocket Gamer Connects returns to Helsinki on October 7–8, 2025, at Wanha Satama. This two-day event is a cornerstone of Finnish Games Week, and one of the most important international gatherings in our industry calendar.

Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki will bring together 1,500+ games industry professionals for unmatched networking, expert insights, and meaningful collaboration. The event boasts a high-quality crowd, with 70% of attendees being game developers and half of them founders or C-level leaders. The powerful MeetToMatch platform ensures you can schedule meetings with key decision-makers in advance.

The conference features 150+ speakers covering a wide range of topics, from mobile and PC/console development to XR, web3, and AI. True to the spirit of our global games community, the event blends professional depth with a friendly, informal atmosphere.

Attendees can also take part in curated side events like Investor Connector, Publisher SpeedMatch, The Very Big Indie Pitch, and the legendary Global Connects Party—all designed to support new connections and business opportunities.

Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki is part of Finnish Games Week 2025, a week-long series of industry events in Helsinki, with the Leadership Day by IGDA Finland and W Love Games, alongside our Big Screen Gaming Summit, forming its core.

Learn more about Finnish Games Week here:
https://www.pgconnects.com/helsinki/finnish-games-week/

IGDA Finland members get 20% when using promo code: IGDAFinland20 (automatically applied in this link)