About this event
GameFest 2026 in Tashkent: Games, Animation, and Creative Technologies
Join one of the largest events in Central Asia, bringing together game developers, animation studios, representatives of international companies, investors, publishers, and gamers from around the world.
The festival program includes:
• Game Forum: a conference dedicated to discussing the future of digital entertainment with industry leaders
• Animation Forum: technical workshops and lectures on the impact of animation in the digital age
• ScaleUp & Fund Pitch Session: a dedicated platform for game studios and startups to present their projects to global publishers and investors
• B2B Growth Exchange: a networking hub designed to foster strategic partnerships and unlock investment opportunities
• Exhibitions and Showcases: the program includes a games and animation exhibition, as well as a cosplay show
Speakers:
• Gerson Da Silva from Ironhide Game Studio — one of the creators of the legendary Kingdom Rush
• Kyle Dunlevy from Framestore — worked on visual effects for blockbusters such as “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Captain Marvel,” “Pokémon,” and “Mulan”
• Simon Christen from Pixar — contributed to the creation of the animated hits “Luca,” “Coco,” and “Toy Story 4”
• John Cipriani, ex-Supercell — art director for the Clash of Clans project
• Sabrina Jacques from Warner Bros. Games — Producer of game cinematics and narratives, worked on Gotham Knights and Assassin’s Creed
Location: Renessans Hall (Zo'r TV)
