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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? Fresh ocean air, sweeping Atlantic views, local wines, whale-watching, and freshly caught seafood.
The Summit is built for those tired of rushed meetings and elevator pitches. It brings together meaningful conversations and unforgettable moments – set in one of nature’s true wonders.
An executive experience that feels like a fairytale.
Made real
Country
Portugal
Island
Madeira
City
Funchal
Avg. Temp in Nov
22-24°C / 72-75°F
Cristiano Ronaldo Airport
Domestic & international flights
Why Madeira
Get recharged
The island’s lush greenery and year-round bloom have earned it the title of “eternal spring.” The refreshing scenery and mind-blowing Atlantic views offer a true boost of vital energy.
Get inspired
Relaxed vibes are for real conversations. No selling pitches, just meaningful talks with game industry leaders. Plus, speeches and discussions on hand-picked topics.
Get surprised
Discover the local ecosystem of the island’s creative side. Learn which mobile, PC, XR, and VR projects are born on Madeira.
Get adventurous
From ripe tropical fruit to freshly caught seafood. From golfing on the hill with ocean vista to whale-watching in the Atlantic. Pair it all with a glass of island wine, and you’ll be over the moon.
Get there
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.
Confirmed Attendees
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.
Monte Palace
Tropical Garden
Perched on a hilltop with sweeping views over Funchal’s bay, this lush garden is filled with vibrant greenery and home to elegant swans, peacocks, and Asian Koi fish.
A perfect setting to kick off the Summit on this stunning island.
November 3, 10:00 – 12:00
Sponsored by
Terreiro Restaurant
This family-style restaurant with a contemporary twist is where we celebrate the start of the Summit. Enjoy reinvented Portuguese cuisine, happy hour, live music, and a relaxed terrace vibe.
Terreiro is where flavors begin… and where they belong.
Welcome Dinner at Terreiro is set on
November 3, 19:00 – 23:00
Sightseeing
Tours
It’s impossible to take in every corner of this lush, mountainous island, but on November 3, you’ll have the chance to explore it your way with four curated sightseeing activities to choose from.
Get a taste of Madeira. Fall in love with this hidden gem of the world.
November 3, 13:30 – 18:30
Sunset Soirée at Design Centre
Nini Andrade Silva
Set in the historic São Tiago Fortress, this venue mixes bold design with breathtaking views of Funchal Bay. We’ll finish the Summit here at the Restaurant, a perfect blend of culture, style, and scenery.
November 4, 19:00 – 22:00
KEYNOTES & MODERATORS
The official summit theme is Peaks & Valleys: Mastering Scale-Up and Scale-Down in Games.
Maria Sayans
CEO
ustwo games
Mariina Hallikainen
CEO
Colossal Order
Chris Petrovic
Chairman & Chief Business Officer
FunPlus
Lewis Packwood
Features Editor
GamesIndustry.biz
Rami Ismail
Games Industry Studio & Project Advisor
Tim Browne
CPO and Co-Founder
Bright Gambit
Alex Nichiporchik
CEO
tinyBuild
Juney Dijkstra
Strategy & Business Innovation Director
XDI, Electronic Arts
Piotr Gamracy
CEO
Vivid Games
Michał Bujko
Senior Business Development Manager
Roboto Global
Adam Boyes
CEO
Vivrato
Nathaniel Wattenmaker
Director of Brand Marketing
2K Games
Kyle Billings
Director of Portfolio Strategy
Epic Games
Victor Lee
Director, Europe Investments
Krafton
Alex Delamaire
Director of Business Development & Strategy
Blackbird Interactive
Verónica Orvalho
CEO
Didimo
Grzegorz Dymek
CEO
Anshar Publishing
Henrique Olifiers
CEO
Bossa Games
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 1
- DAY 2
November 3
8:00 – 10:00
Badge Pick-Up at Savoy Palace
9:15 – 9:35
Transfer to Monte Palace Garden
10:00 – 13:00
Monte Palace Morning Reception
Sponsored by
13:00 – 13:30
Transfer to Savoy Palace
13:30 – 18:30
Sightseeing in small groups
per choice
(optional, extra fees apply)
14:00 – 15:30
Creative Direction Workshop
Rami Ismail, Games Industry Studio & Project Advisor
15:50 – 17:20
The Financing Quest: Finding Your Path through Investors and Publishers
Tim Browne, CEO, Bright Gambit
19:00 – 22:00
Welcome Dinner at Terreiro Restaurant (Savoy Palace)
November 4
9:30 – 10:00
Opening remarks
10:00 – 10:45
Fireside Chat: Adapting To Change, Holding Onto What Matters
Maria Sayans, CEO, ustwo games
Lewis Packwood, Features Editor, GamesIndustry.biz
11:00 – 11:45
Fireside Chat: The Colossal Story of Order – Pros and Cons of Aiming for Stability
Mariina Hallikainen, CEO, Colossal Order
Lewis Packwood, Features Editor, GamesIndustry.biz
11:45 – 12:30
Keynote: Lessons Learned from 20 Years in the Trenches
Chris Petrovic, Chairman & Chief Business Officer, FunPlus
12:30 – 14:00
Lunch at Orchidaceae Atelier Restaurant (Savoy Palace)
14:00 – 15:15
Roundtables: First Session
Sponsored by
Solving the Unsolvable: Building the Future of Games Together
Adam Boyes, CEO, Vivrato
Self-publishing vs. Getting a Publishing Deal?
Michał Bujko, Senior Business Development Manager, Roboto Global.
Scaling Globally Without Breaking the Studio
Juney Dijkstra, Strategy & Business Innovation Director, XDI, Electronic Arts
Creative Leadership & Ethical Tech Growth in the Age of AI and UGC
Verónica Orvalho, CEO, Didimo
Rebuilding After a Contraction: Lessons from Companies that Bounced Back Stronger
Piotr Gamracy, CEO, Vivid Games
Global Funding Climate 2025-2026: Realities & Opportunities
Victor Lee, Director, Europe Investments, Krafton
15:30 – 16:45
Roundtables: Second Session
Sponsored by
Should I Sell? Raise More Funding? Go IPO?
Alex Nichiporchik, CEO, tinyBuild
Staying Creative at Scale – Embedding Innovation in Large Teams
Alex Delamaire, Director of Business Development & Strategy, Blackbird Interactive
Brand Management Through A Storm
Nathaniel Wattenmaker, Director of Brand Marketing, 2K Games
Managing the Growth – From 20 to 200 and Beyond
Grzegorz Dymek, CEO, Anshar Publishing
Building for Games: How to Put Together a Winning Studio
Henrique Olifiers, CEO, Bossa Games
Looking Outside the Platform Holders to Build Community and Drive Discovery
Kyle Billings, Director of Portfolio Strategy, Epic Games
17:30 – 23:30
Sunset Soirée at Design Centre Nini Andrade Silva
SIGHTSEEING TOURS
on November 3
Join one of four curated tours, available at an extra cost.
Discover nature’s true wonders. Fall in love with Madeira.
NOT INCLUDED IN VIP TICKETS
1.
Quest Unlocked: Natural Pools, Hidden Falls & Sky-High Cliffs
Begin your journey in the legendary Porto Moniz with lunch and a swim in the natural lava pools. Then venture onward to hidden waterfalls, towering cliffs, and those surreal “is this even real?” moments.
No cheats. No respawns. Just pure adventure.
2.
Natural Wonders, Local Flavors, Unforgettable Views
Start your trip at Fanal, a mystical laurel forest, then continue to Ribeira da Janela, known for its coastal rock formations. For lunch, stop in São Vicente, a charming village with traditional cuisine.
The journey ends at Cabo Girão, one of Europe’s highest sea cliffs, featuring glass skywalk and jaw-dropping views of the coastline and ocean below.
3.
Walk Across Levadas & Cider Tasting
Follow the path of Madeira’s unique cider-making tradition. Begin with a 3-hour walk along the enchanting levadas, where apples are grown.
A certified guide will share the history and production process of this distinctive cider.
Wrap it up with cider tastings and a delicious lunch at the cozy Quinta da Moscadinha estate restaurant.
4.
City of Funchal: Culture, History & Flavors in Perfect Harmony
Guided by a passionate local expert, at this tour you’ll taste 15 local specialties: from homemade pastries and traditional honey cake to the iconic pork in wine and garlic sandwich.
To accompany them, you’ll taste refreshing herbal tea, local beer, Madeira wine, and the island’s beloved Poncha. A true flavor journey through the culture and history of Madeira.
Please note: Each activity is limited to small groups of 10-14 people. Registration is required, extra fees apply.
TICKETS
MADEIRA
SUMMIT
VIP TICKET
Late Bird
$1,300
~€1,120
Access to all Summit activities, talks, discussions, and exclusive soirees in Madeira.
Some events include access for a plus one. Flights and accommodation are not included.
Tickets are extremely limited.
MADEIRA
SUMMIT
Madeira
+ Lisbon
VIP Combo
Late Bird
$2,000
~€1,720
A full power of both the Madeira Summit and the Lisbon Conference.
Make it a full game week in Portugal with DevGAMM – at a special rate.
MADEIRA
SUMMIT
LISBON
CONFERENCE
SUMMIT VENUE & HOTEL
Savoy Palace
Av. do Infante 25, São Martinho,
Funchal, Madeira (view on map)
A luxury 5-star hotel on Madeira Island – the perfect place for high-level networking and unforgettable moments of relaxation.
Book directly on the hotel’s website to access a special offer for Madeira Games Summit attendees.
Use promo code MGSUMMIT for stays between November 1-6.
SPECIAL FLIGHT RATES
TAP Air Portugal
Official Carrier
Get a 10% discount on Business and Economy flights to Madeira and Lisbon with TAP Air Portugal, the official carrier of DevGAMM 2025.
The discount applies to BASIC, CLASSIC, and PLUS fares at any booking date for travel between October 24 and November 14.
To redeem, visit the TAP Portugal website, go to “Promotions and Campaigns,” and enter this promo code: IT25TPCG56.
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 Madeira. The proposal is valid for flights between October 27 and November 14.
BECOME a SPONSOR
Make a lasting impact and boost your brand at the DevGAMM week in Portugal.
We offer a range of partnership opportunities to match your goals.