DevGAMM
DUBAI 2026
April 9 — 10
B2B Gamedev Conference in UAE.
Developer-led. Business-driven. Globally connected.
Supported by
UNTIL THE
LATE BIRD PRICES
300+
attendees
40+
speakers
40+
games on the showcase
2
days full of meetings
Networking
CONTENT
Games
ENTERTAINMENT
SPEAKERS
Mike Geig
Unity Technologies
Yasmeen Abbas
Remal Ventures
Phillip Peel
InFold Games
Gokce Kozandagi
Xsolla
Nick Phipps
Ubisoft Abu Dhabi
Walter Somol
Epic Games
Simay Dinc
Recontact Game
Fawzi Mesmar
Juney Dijkstra
XDI Electronic Arts
Rami Ismail
Kahar Askar
EquinoxBD
Adam Boyes
Vivrato
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Browse attendees, schedule meetings, and manage your agenda for DevGAMM with the MeetToMatch platform.
Access to MeetToMatch is complimentary with BUSINESS and VIP tickets.
The platform will open a few weeks before the start of the event.
MEETTOMATCH AREA
A dedicated zone at the venue for meetings scheduled via MeetToMatch. This is where real deals get done.
BIZDEV SUPPORT
We personally review the attendee list to match you with contacts aligned to your business goals. Our managers will be in touch after you purchase a VIP pass.
Only for VIP ticket holders
GAME DEV ACTIVITIES
GAME SHOWCASE
A vibrant expo with local and international dev teams. New lineup each day.
It’s a unique opportunity to present your game to top publishers, major platforms, investors, and industry pros.
Submissions open before March 9.
PUBLIC PITCH
Test your pitch in front of the expert jury and the entire audience. Only 5 spots available. Hosted by Rami Ismail.
Submissions open before March 9.
ENGAGE! WITH PUBLISHERS & INVESTORS
A dedicated space where devs can present their games and connect with pre-selected publishers and investors.
For developers: Bring your pitch deck or game build on a laptop and dive right in.
For publishers/investors: Want to take part? Reach out to us at [email protected].
EVENT OVERVIEW
Nov 13
Day 0
15:00 – 21:00 Badge Pick-Up
18:00 – 21:00 VIP & Speakers Reception
Nov 14
Day 1
09:00 – 18:00 Registration Desk Opened
10:00 – 18:00 Talks & Workshops
12:00 – 13:00 Speed Networking
13:00 – 14:30 Lunch & Roundtables
15:00 – 16:30 Engage! with Publishers & Investors
17:00 – 18:00 Public Pitch
18:30 – 21:00 Aptoide VIP Dinner
21:00 – 00:00 Main Party
Nov 15
Day 2
10:00 – 16:00 Registration Desk Opened
11:00 – 19:00 Talks & Workshops
11:00 – 13:00 Golf Masterclass by Epic Games
14:00 – 15:30 Lunch & Roundtables
18:00 – 19:00 DevGAMM Awards Ceremony
MADEIRA SPEAKERS
Chris Petrovic
FunPlus
Juney Dijkstra
Electronic Arts
Nathaniel Wattenmaker
2K Games
Stefan Kreutzer
Behaviour Interactive
Alex Nichiporchik
tinyBuild
Rami Ismai
sponsors
BECOME a SPONSOR
Support the conference to access
the fast-growing market and global game industry leaders in Dubai.
Let us help you reach your business goals.
HOTELS
Exclusively for DevGAMM attendees: bookings between April 7 and 11 come with 15% off the best available rates at the time of booking. Click the buttons below to access the discounts.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Dubai Business
Hilton Garden Inn Business
REGISTRATION
INDIE DEV
Regular Price
$90
$110
A subsidized ticket to support
dev teams participating
in game activities.
Available only when submitting a game.
✔️ Free MeetToMatch handle
✔️ Full conference access
✔️ Happy hour
Business
Regular Price
$400
$500
A full-access ticket for premium networking through MeetToMatch and dedicated activities.
✔️ Free MeetToMatch handle
✔️ Full conference access
✔️ Happy hour
✔️ Unlimited access to networking formats
VIP
Regular Price
$600
$700
Extended business opportunities with an exclusive side event and personalized BizDev support.
✔️ Free MeetToMatch handle
✔️ Full conference access
✔️ Happy hour
✔️ Unlimited access to networking formats
✔️ VIP side event access
✔️ Business Development Support
HOW TO TRAVEL
TAP Air Portugal
Official Carrier
Get a 10% discount on Business and Economy flights with TAP, the official carrier of DevGAMM Portugal 2025.
The discount applies to BASIC, CLASSIC, and PLUS fares in the period of 10 days before and 10 days after the event dates.
To redeem, visit the TAP Portugal website, go to “Promotions and Campaigns,” and enter the promo code for your destination:
Funchal flights: IT25TPCG56
Lisbon flights: IT25TPCG52
LOT Polish Airlines
Get 16% off LOT Economy Class and up to 21% off LOT Premium Economy and Business Class flights to Lisbon.
This offer is valid for travel between October 31 and November 10.
To redeem, enter the promo code 01DEVG in the “Promo Code” field when booking your ticket at www.lot.com.
LUFTHANSA
Connecting people – your official Lufthansa Group airline network.
Benefit from the cooperation with the Lufthansa Group airlines (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Edelweiss, Discover) and optimize your travel costs. The extensive route network with around 310 destinations worldwide, as well as transatlantic flights operated by Air Canada and United are available to you.
To access a special rate, go to this page and select round or one-way trips to Lisbon and Madeira at a special rate. The proposal is valid for flights from October 27 to November 14.
partners & media
Conference Info Partners
Media
Accreditation
The accreditation allows you to access DevGAMM, receive assets and press releases, and attend any events within the conference that do not require special invitation.
VOLUNTEER
SIGN-UP
Join DevGAMM as a volunteer and enjoy a complimentary conference pass for one day. We’re seeking energetic, dynamic, and reliable assistants
