African talent Global markets
Play without borders
- Date
- 19 - 21 June 2025
- Venue
- Balmoral Convention Center Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
3000+
Total in-person attendance Studios, gamers, enthusiasts, policy makers, investors, educators
40M
Media impressions across channels
Reach over 2M users
Great value for partners and the video games ecosystem
Partners
We are supported by an ecosystem. Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.
We exist to provide a pathway for the growth and development of the African video games ecosystem for the global marketplace
Why Should You Care?
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Conference
Insightful talks and Panel sessions with leading voices in video games, culture, storytelling, trade and investment
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Workshops
Hands-on sessions led by experts, designed to upskill creators, students, and professionals in game development, IP development, funding and investment
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Exhibition
A vibrant showcase of games, tech, art, and innovation from across Africa and the global markets.
Featuring global game showcases, Indie Games Showcase, VR experiences, playtesting and game activations -
The Pitch Stage
A platform for emerging game developers to showcase their original game ideas as playable prototypes to a live audience of publishers, investors, and industry leaders. Register to participate
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B2B Networking Events
Curated invite-only connecting game industry professionals, studios, and service providers to spark partnerships, deals, and collaboration across Africa and beyond.
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Esports Finals
A high-energy esports event celebrating the best African players across a few titles. Join thousands of fans for an unforgettable showdown of skill, style, and spectacle.
Our Previous Speakers
We brought together the most audacious thinkers, doers and investors in the Video Games Ecosystem.
Hugo Obi
Founder, Maliyo Games
Tolu Olowofoye
Co-founder, Kugali
Oscar Michael
People /Programs Co-ordinator, Africa Comicade
David Olamide
Co-founder, Dimension11
Cordel Robbin-Coker
Co-founder & CEO, Carry1st
Bukola Akingbade
Founder, Kucheza Gaming
Hugo Obi
Founder, Maliyo Games
Tolu Olowofoye
Co-founder, Kugali
Oscar Michael
People /Programs Co-ordinator, Africa Comicade
David Olamide
Co-founder, Dimension11
Cordel Robbin-Coker
Co-founder & CEO, Carry1st
Bukola Akingbade
Founder, Kucheza Gaming
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Build Community
Date: 19th June 2025 Thursday
Venue: xbox, Glover Road, Ikoyi
- Morning
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- ID@Xbox
- Afternoon
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- Workshops & Pitch Stage
- Evening
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- Invite Only
- Networking & Drinks
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PLAY WITHOUT BORDERS
Date: 20th June 2025 Friday
Venue: Balmoral, VI, Lagos
- Morning
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- Main Conference & Exhibition Day
- Afternoon
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- Main Conference & Exhibition Day
- Evening
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- Industry Awards Night
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ESPORTS FINALS
Date: 21st June 2025 Saturday
Venue: Eko Convention Center, VI, Lagos.
- Morning
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- Gamr X Season 4
- Afternoon
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- Gamr X Season 4
- Evening
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Secure Your Spot Sign Up
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Indie Game Showcase
Shortlisted studios and communities can showcase their games at no cost
Register your studio -
Volunteers and Exhibitors
Interested in being a volunteer or an exhibitors at Lagos Games Week?
Contact Us
