IGDC Investor–Publisher Connect 2026

Direct business meetings for game studios with global investors, publishers and platform partners: one-to-one meetings, five-minute fast pitches, mentor sessions and feedback on commercial readiness. Registration status: unconfirmed Source checked: 2026-09-05 Official IGDC I/P Connect page confirms the 2026 programme for Indian game studios/independent developers: curated investor/publisher matchmaking, one-to-one meetings, five-minute fast pitches and mentor sessions. Shortlisting is selective, a valid IGDC pass is required, and applying does not guarantee meetings or funding; the original Supernova form route was not readable anonymously, but the official IGDC page is accessible. Official source: https://indiagdc.com/i-p-connect/ STATUS: Registration availability must be checked WHAT FOUNDERS GET Curated one-to-one meetings, fast pitch sessions, mentor sessions, feedback, international visibility and publishing/investment exploration. FUNDING / PRIZE Funding/publishing outcomes are opportunity-based; no guaranteed prize. PITCH / DEMO OPPORTUNITY Yes — five-minute fast-pitch sessions and curated meetings. INVESTOR ACCESS Explicit — global investors, publishers and platform partners. INCUBATION / PILOT ACCESS Potential publishing and strategic partnerships; no incubator commitment stated. WHO IT IS FOR Indian game studios and independent developers with original games/IP ELIGIBILITY Shortlisted studios are selected on game quality, production readiness, commercial potential, team capability and alignment; pitch deck/gameplay footage/playable build required; valid IGDC pass required. SECTOR FOCUS Gaming, original game IP, mobile/PC/console/XR COST Access: Pass required Basis: No separate programme fee published; selected participants must hold a valid IGDC pass DATES Starts: 28 October 2026 Ends: 31 October 2026 FORMAT Applications reviewed for matchmaking; preference selection; one-to-one meetings, fast pitches and mentor sessions. HOW TO REGISTER Apply as a studio through the Supernova form, then buy a valid IGDC pass if shortlisted. IMPORTANT NOTES Application does not guarantee meetings; meeting capacity is limited and the public page does not show a deadline. Source review: 5 September 2026. See the current review above; eligibility and selection still apply. Image credit: India Game Developer Conference (IGDC).