India Game Developer Conference runs October 28–31 in Chennai

The 18th edition combines two professional B2B days with a public Playground program, awards, an expo and networking for India's games ecosystem.

India Game Developer Conference will hold its 18th edition from October 28 to 31, 2026 at the Chennai Trade Centre. The first two days, October 28–29, are the professional B2B conference; the IGDC Playground consumer program follows on October 30–31. Organisers expect more than 10,000 attendees across sessions, awards, networking, an expo and indie activities. The split format matters when planning attendance. Developers, publishers, investors and service companies seeking professional meetings should prioritise the B2B days, while teams showcasing directly to players may find the public portion more relevant. The official site also lists India Game Awards and an I/P Connect program, providing additional routes for recognition and business introductions. International visitors should confirm badge access, local travel requirements and the final session schedule before booking. Dates, venue and high-level format were checked September 22, 2026 on the official conference site. GDBAY is not an event partner and this listing does not imply endorsement.