GCAP marks its 20th anniversary in Melbourne on October 5–7

Australia's longest-running professional game development conference returns during Melbourne International Games Week with talks, technical sessions and business networking.

Game Connect Asia Pacific will run October 5–7, 2026 in Melbourne as part of Melbourne International Games Week. The conference is celebrating its 20th anniversary and is aimed at developers, studios, publishers, educators, service providers and emerging creators from Australia and overseas. Organiser IGEA says the program is designed around professional development: attendees can hear from local and international speakers, examine new production and technology practices, and build relationships with peers, mentors and potential partners. The 2026 edition also changes the presentation of the Australian Game Developer Awards, which take place within the wider week. GCAP is most relevant to teams looking for industry knowledge and regional connections rather than a consumer expo experience. Studios considering attendance should review the live schedule and ticket categories before booking travel, because individual sessions and access conditions can change. Event dates and public program information were checked September 22, 2026 on the official Melbourne International Games Week site.