Supported by the European Union, designed to uncover the hidden corners of Portugal’s game industry.
What if a game industry event felt like an adventurous vacation? Atlantic views, the world-famous Flower Festival, stunning sunsets, local wines, and freshly caught seafood.
The Summit is designed for those tired of rushed meetings and elevator pitches. It brings industry executives together for meaningful conversations and unforgettable moments.
An experience that feels like a fairytale.
Made real
Country
Portugal
Island
Madeira
City
Funchal
Avg. Temp in May
21-23°C / 70-73°F
Cristiano Ronaldo Airport
Domestic & international flights
REASONS TO JOIN
C-level profile
A unique mix of European and US decision-makers. The core audience includes AA developers and publishers, with select AAA and mobile industry representatives.
Gamedev hidden gem
Discover studios from Madeira, the Azores, Évora, and across mainland Portugal. This initiative is led by eGamesLab in partnership with ACIF – Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Madeira.
Nature’s true wonder
The island’s lush greenery and year-round bloom have earned it the title of “eternal spring.” May is the perfect time to visit – when the world-famous Flower Festival is on.
Real talks, no buzz
No sales pitches. Only meaningful conversations with game industry leaders and a curated lineup of hand-picked speaker sessions. Networking is designed to uncover business potential.
Partners invited
The event is crafted as a workation, blending business conversations with local experiences. Most activities welcome a plus one – your significant other is invited.
Easy to reach
It may look like another planet, but Madeira is just a quick 2-hour flight from Lisbon. And with special rates at Savoy Palace, the official venue of the Summit, your 5-star experience is guaranteed.
ACTIVITIES & VENUES
Savoy
Palace
A luxury 5-star hotel and the official venue of the summit. The perfect setting to network, exchange ideas, and unwind in style.
Sunset Soirée by Epic Games Store
Overlooking the iconic contours of Funchal Bay, the Palheiro Golf course provides the perfect start to the Summit.
After the golf masterclass, we’ll be treated to the flavors of Vista Balancal Restaurant, offering a modern Portuguese menu infused with Mediterranean and traditional Madeiran cuisine.
Please note: The golf masterclass is available for an additional fee.
May 6, 18:00 – 22:00
Sponsored by
Gala Dinner powered by Xsolla
At Terreiro Restaurant, a family-style place with a contemporary twist, we celebrate the start of the Summit. This is where flavors begin – and where they belong.
Full dress recommended.
May 7, 19:30 – 22:00
Sponsored by
Madeira Wine Experience by Madeira Gaming Hub
Step into the rich heritage of Blandy’s Wine Lodge for a curated tasting of three distinguished Madeira wines and Atlantis table wine, paired with fine cheeses and savory delicacies.
This experience offers a refined blend of history and taste – and a fitting finale to the Summit.
May 8, 18:00 – 20:00
Sponsored by
Sightseeing
Tours
It’s impossible to take in every corner of this lush, mountainous island, but you’ll have the chance to explore it your way with our curated sightseeing activities to choose from.
May 9, from 10:00
SPEAKERS
Angela Browder
Studio Director
Bethesda Game Studios
Jacek Dukaj
CEO
Dukaj Games
Gethin Aldous
Founder & CEO
MythoWorks
Stuart Dinsey
CEO
Curve Games
David Martinez
Marketing Lead
Abylight
Om Tandon
Sr. Manager UX
Nordeus
Adam Boyes
CEO
Vivrato
Michał Bujko
Senior Business Development Manager
Modma Studios
Kyle Billings
Director of Portfolio Strategy
Epic Games
Alex Nichiporchik
CEO
tinyBuild
Saifi Ismail
Group President
Yalla Group
Travis George
Co-Founder & CEO & Game Director
Vela
Jon Hicks
Editorial Director
GamesIndustry.biz
Erinrose Sullivan
Head of Marketing
Level Up Gaming
Tracey McGarrigan
CEO & Founder
Ansible Comms
MEETTOMATCH
Browse attendees, schedule meetings, and manage your agenda with the MeetToMatch platform.
MeetToMatch will open a few weeks before the summit.
Event Schedule
Note: All information regarding bus transfers, logistics, and food preferences will be sent to event attendees via email closer to the Summit dates.
- Day 0
- Day 1
- Day 2
- extra day
May 6
15:00 – 17:30
Golf Discovery Session (Palheiro Golf)
Available at an extra cost.
Learn more here.
16:00 – 17:30
Badge Pick-Up at Savoy Palace
18:00 – 21:30
Sunset Soirée powered by Epic Games Store (Vista Balancal Restaurant, Palheiro Golf)
Sponsored by
+1
May 7
10:00 – 10:30
Opening remarks
10:30 – 11:30
Fireside Chat: Why Game Development Is Becoming Collaborative By Design
Angela Browder, Studio Director, Bethesda Game Studios
Hosted by Jon Hicks, Editorial Director, GamesIndustry.biz
11:45 – 13:00
Roundtables: First session
Sponsored by
Are Publishers Still The Best Way To Finance Games?
Stuart Dinsey, CEO, Curve Games
Are Development Costs Forcing Studios To Rethink Their Structure?
Tracey McGarrigan, CEO, Ansible Comms & Tech Strategic Partners
Do The Old Collaboration Models Work In Our New Reality? What Are The Opportunities To Do Things Differently?
Blaze Żywiczyński, COO / CEO, Digimancy / Fairy Mount Games
Who Owns AI In A Studio And Why Does It Matter?
Tom Ford, Director of AI and Technology, Kwalee
Survival Mode: How Leaders Make High-Stakes Decisions With No Good Options
Travis George, Founder & CEO, Vela Games & Volibar Consulting
13:00 – 14:30
Lunch at O Justiniano Garden
14:30 – 15:30
Fireside Chat: Collaborative Storytelling – How Ideas Evolve Across Games, Film, And TV
Jacek Dukaj, CEO, Dukaj Games
Gethin Aldous, Founder & CEO, MythoWorks
Hosted by Jon Hicks, Editorial Director, GamesIndustry.biz
15:30 – 17:30
Workshop. AI: Game’s Demo
Om Tandon, Sr. Manager UX, Nordeus
15:50 – 17:05
Roundtables: Second Session
Sponsored by
Is Self-Publishing Worth The Risk In 2026?
David Martinez, Marketing Lead, Abylight
Co-Development Or Outsourcing: Where Is The Real Difference? How Studios Structure External Production Today
Grzegorz Dymek, COO, Anshar Studios
Should Studios Build Portfolios Instead Of Betting On One Game?
Michal Bujko, Senior Business Development Manager, Modma Studios
Should Platforms Become Funding Partners For Studios?
Kyle Billings, Director of Portfolio Strategy, Epic Games
Investors Are Killing Creative Risk
Govind Cacciatore, Head of Games, Agora Gaming Partners
19:30 – 22:00
Gala Dinner powered by Xsolla
(Terreiro Restaurant)
Sponsored by
+1
May 8
11:00 – 12:00
Panel Discussion: Capital As Creative Infrastructure. How Investment Is Reshaping Game Development
Lili Zang, Partner, Agora Gaming Partners
Willi Kellich, CEO & Co-Founder, Oakfyn
Victor Lee, Director, Europe Investments, Krafton
Hosted by Jeff Hilbert, CEO, Starting Point Games
12:00 – 14:00
Workshop. Path Towards AI Reality: Between Healthy Skepticism and AI Celebration
Erinrose Sullivan, Head of Marketing, Level Up GamingPhilipp Wagner, Behavioral CX/UX Researcher, Blicx
12:15 – 13:00
Fireside Chat: From Platform To Ecosystem – Building Digital Entertainment For MENA
Saifi Ismail, Group President, Yalla Group
Hosted by Jon Hicks, Editorial Director, GamesIndustry.biz
13:00 – 14:00
Fireside Chat: What Should Studios Do Next?
Agostino Simonetta, CCO, GSC Game World
Alex Nichiporchik, CEO, tinyBuild
Hosted by Rami Ismail, Game Industry Advisor
14:00 – 15:00
Lunch at Savoy Palace
15:00 – 17:00
Workgroups
18:00 – 20:00
Madeira Wine Experience powered by Madeira Gaming Hub (Blandy’s Wine Lodge)
+1
May 9
from 10:00
+1
REGISTRATION
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The full agenda will be sent to your email closer to the event dates.
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