Nordic Game 2026 (NG26 Spring) is a four-day games industry conference and show-floor event running 26–29 May 2026 at Slagthuset in Malmö, Sweden, with an online component alongside in-person attendance. The spring edition is positioned by the organisers as an accessible, business-focused gathering with conference content, matchmaking, expo/showcase demos, pitching, and the Nordic Game Awards included in the week’s programme.
Event overview and logistics
Nordic Game 2026 dates and location (NG26 Spring in Malmö)
NG26 Spring is scheduled for 26–29 May 2026 at Slagthuset in Malmö, Sweden, and is marketed as both “online and at Slagthuset.” Organiser materials indicate expectations of “over 3,100” attendees for NG26 Spring, aligning with public messaging that the show draws 3,000+ participants.
A practical travel hallmark highlighted by the organiser is the event’s proximity to Denmark: Malmö is positioned as easy to reach via rail connections from Copenhagen Airport (CPH).
Nordic Game 2026 venue guide: Slagthuset Malmö travel tips
The organiser lists Slagthuset as conveniently located near Malmö Central Station, with direct rail access from Copenhagen Airport and Copenhagen Central Station (for Sweden-bound trains). The Dates & Venue page also specifies a “pedestrian access” address (Carlsgatan 12e, 211 20 Malmö) and separately references Slagthuset with Jörgen Kocksgatan 7, 211 20 Malmö, reflecting multiple access points used for different parts of the complex.
Slagthuset’s own venue information confirms it has multiple entrances and notes that Jörgen Kocksgatan 7 is used for many conferences, corporate events, and fairs (with other entrances used for theatre and restaurant access depending on the event).
For travel planning from Denmark, tourism guidance from Visit Copenhagen notes frequent trains from Copenhagen Central Station to Malmö (every 20 minutes) with an approximate 35-minute travel time to central Malmö, and also notes that direct trains run to Malmö from Copenhagen Airport. Independent rail guidance also describes frequent regional Øresund trains linking Copenhagen, the airport (Kastrup) and Malmö Central.
Border practicalities can matter for international arrivals: Visit Copenhagen advises that border authorities may carry out ID inspections at Copenhagen Airport for travellers going to or from Malmö (or elsewhere in Sweden).
Nordic Game 2026 schedule: what happens each day (May 26–29, 2026)
The organiser’s published programme schedule is structured around three main conference/show-floor days (Tuesday–Thursday), followed by a dedicated Masterclass Friday on 29 May, with all listed times in CEST.
Tuesday, 26 May (opening day): The venue opens at 09:30 with badge pick-up; the Expo & Showcase and the business lounge/online meeting scheduling also open that morning, with the conference programme starting at 10:00. The schedule also places the Games Policy Summit and Executive Summit at 13:00 (sign-up required), and a Nordic Pitch session is listed at 15:00.
Wednesday, 27 May: The show floor and programme continue, with business scheduling open from the morning and evening networking blocks that include a Happy Hour hosted by Sharkmob and an invite-only speaker reception.
Thursday, 28 May (final main programme day): The official schedule places the Nordic Game Awards at 18:30, followed by an NG26 wrap-up finale including the People’s Choice Award, and then a late-evening Nordic Game Party (with DJ and “Maraoke” listed).
Friday, 29 May (Masterclass Friday): The organiser lists special workshops and masterclasses hosted by Mighty Diamonds, plus a dedicated speaker track and limited-seat consultations, before closing the venue around 17:00.
Nordic Game 2026 online vs in-person attendance: hybrid event details
Nordic Game’s NG26 materials repeatedly describe the event as hybrid: “online and at Slagthuset.” Pass descriptions indicate that core passes include online-viewing/community elements such as live stream access and the Nordic Game Discord server, even for attendees primarily focused on the on-site programme.
Hybrid is also strongly tied to business meetings. The organiser notes that the meeting area and online scheduling open during the show days, and the matchmaking system for business pass holders is positioned as working across the venue and online participation.
Registration and access
How to register for Nordic Game 2026 and choose the right pass
Registration is handled through the official Nordic Game checkout flow; the organiser states that payments are accepted by credit card and that prices shown at checkout include Swedish VAT (as required for ticket sales to Swedish events). For larger orders (10+ passes) and group sales, Nordic Game directs purchasers to contact email-based support (passes@nordicgame.com).
Pass structure is explicitly tiered around programme access versus business matchmaking:
Content pass (programme & events focus): The organiser describes this as the “program & events” option: conference programme, Expo and Showcase exhibitions, and networking/social events, plus online benefits like live stream and Discord—while noting it does not include the meeting system.
Business pass (meeting system included): The business pass is presented as the premium “connections” option, adding online meeting scheduling/matchmaking and a dedicated meeting area in the venue; it is also the required base pass for demo table/demo station upgrades. Organiser messaging also frames the business pass as an affordable add-on—€50 (ex VAT) above the standard conference pass level.
Student pass: This pass is restricted to valid student ID holders, is presented as non-upgradeable, and is described as including the speaker programme and events but not the business meeting system or dedicated meeting areas.
Masterclass Friday one-day pass: For attendees who only want the Friday programme, Nordic Game offers a one-day pass explicitly for Masterclass Friday (29 May), with stated hours of 10:00–18:00 CEST and hosting by Mighty Diamonds.
Discounting is managed through official partner/organisation codes. Nordic Game’s discount guide explains that eligible organisations provide a discount code which is then entered during the registration flow (via the “Partner/organisation discount” area).
Programme and speakers
Nordic Game 2026 speakers: call for speakers, deadlines, and how to apply
Nordic Game’s NG26 speaker call set a final submission cut-off of 2 April 2026. The organiser’s “last chance” announcement specifies that speakers applied through a submission form (a Google Form link) and that the NG26 editorial team evaluated entries while reviews progressed.
As of the current published status on the Speakers page, the call for submissions is closed and submissions are under consideration by the NG26 editorial board, with applicants contacted as talks are reviewed. Nordic Game also indicates the speaker programme is organised into concise tracks/talks/panels spanning domains such as Game Design, Programming, Technology, AI, Mobile, Art, Audio, and Business.
For prospective attendees tracking confirmed names, Nordic Game maintains a live-updated speaker directory for 2026, alongside a programme listing.
Nordic Game 2026 conference tracks and masterclasses: what to expect
NG26 programme materials emphasise multiple parallel “tracks” and staged content, including dedicated focus areas for AI and audio. A published NG26 update describes an inaugural AI Track curated by ImmerSynth Inc., positioning it as a dedicated series focused on practical AI applications for game development and production contexts. The organiser also explicitly schedules a first session in the “NG Audio Track” at 10:15 on the opening Tuesday.
Masterclass Friday (29 May) is framed as a student-and-indie-focused capstone day, hosted and curated by Mighty Diamonds, with a full-day agenda of high-quality masterclasses and workshops, plus limited-seat consultations. The organiser’s registration details reinforce that a dedicated one-day Masterclass Friday pass exists, but that any main conference pass also enables participation in the Friday programme.
Expo, pitching, and awards
Nordic Game 2026 Expo and Showcase Hall: indie games and demos
Nordic Game positions the NG26 show floor as a blend of Expo (industry products/services and company booths) and Developer Showcase (hands-on playable games, particularly indie and growth-stage studios). The official NG26 welcome messaging highlights “100+ indie games on display in the Showcase Hall.” Additional organiser communications similarly promote “100+ new games in the Developer Showcase.”
Organiser-facing NG26 materials further describe scale targets such as space for “over 50 booths” on the Expo show floor and developers demoing “over 150 projects,” presented alongside publishing/investor initiatives and exhibitor-focused on-floor content.
For indie visibility beyond the venue, Nordic Game’s NG26 communications continue to connect the showcase experience to Steam promotion strategies (building on prior-year “Nordic Showcase on Steam” performance figures), positioning participation as more than a physical demo station.
Nordic Pitch at Nordic Game 2026: pitching events and submission info
Nordic Pitch at NG26 is described by the organiser as a showcase-stage format rather than a competitive pitch: exhibiting studios get a short, high-visibility stage slot to pitch their game to the hall audience and an online audience via a Steam Showcase livestream. The format is explicitly time-boxed: each developer receives exactly three minutes; sessions run across Tuesday 26 May and Wednesday 27 May; and exhibitors can request a preferred 30-minute slot window during sign-up.
Participation requirements are also clearly stated: you must be an exhibitor at NG26; after registering as an exhibitor, organisers contact teams directly with sign-up details for pitch slots. The official NG26 schedule also lists a pitch activity on Tuesday at 15:00 “in collaboration with” Spelkollektivet, signalling that at least part of the pitching activity is coordinated with external partners on-site.
Nordic Game Awards 2026: how the awards fit into NG26 Spring
The Nordic Game Awards are integrated into the main NG26 Spring week as a featured evening programme moment. The organiser’s official schedule places “Nordic Game Awards 2026” on Thursday 28 May at 18:30, followed by the wrap-up finale (including the People’s Choice Award) and then the Nordic Game Party later that evening.
NG26 organiser materials also describe the awards as live-streamed from the main theatre and refer to prizes awarded across eight categories, with historical viewership cited at 50,000+ viewers.
Networking, summits, and business outcomes
Nordic Game 2026 networking events: parties, meetups, and business matchmaking
NG26’s built-in networking is explicitly structured into daily, time-boxed social slots and scheduled-meeting infrastructure. The organiser’s public schedule includes a summits mingle (invite required), meet-and-mingle blocks, hosted happy hours (including one hosted by Sharkmob), an invite-only speaker reception, an on-site pre-party chill, and a full Nordic Game Party night.
For business matchmaking, Nordic Game’s NG26 communications describe an on-site-and-online meeting system and a dedicated business lounge at the venue—features associated with the business pass. The organiser also states that Games Industry Network is bringing its meeting and matchmaking platform “GIN Match” to NG26 Spring, with online access starting in April and on-site availability during 26–29 May for business pass holders (including speakers).
In organiser-facing NG26 forecasts, a core promise is density: 1,000+ participants expected to hold 4,000+ scheduled business meetings via the Nordic Game Biz Lounge and designated meeting points around the venue.
Nordic Game Executive Summit 2026: what it is and who should attend
Nordic Game’s Executive Summit returns on Tuesday 26 May 2026 (opening day), according to the organiser’s announcement. The public NG26 schedule lists the Executive Summit at 13:00 and marks it as sign-up required.
Nordic Game’s summit description frames the Executive Summit as an exclusive gathering for senior executives and decision-makers, hosted by Sonja Ängelsleva alongside leadership expert Tove Oldebäck, designed for high-level discussion of industry trends, challenges, and opportunities.
Games Policy Summit at Nordic Game 2026: policy and industry discussions
The Games Policy Summit at NG26 is scheduled for Tuesday 26 May and is sign-up required. Nordic Game’s call for contributions frames the event as a policy-and-industry discussion forum aimed at supporting innovation, investment, and market expansion in the European games sector, with emphasis areas including financial incentives, technological advancement, and cross-sector collaboration.
The organiser also states that selected contributions may be presented at the summit and potentially featured in a policy report or industry white paper, and sets a submission deadline of 2 May (with a mandatory NG26 pass registration for participation).
Nordic Game 2026 for studios and publishers: why NG26 matters for deals
NG26 is positioned as a deal-making environment in two complementary ways: (1) dense, structured matchmaking via the business meeting system and on-site meeting lounge, and (2) discovery via the show floor’s playable showcase, pitching sessions, and awards attention. Organiser messaging explicitly targets developers, publishers, and investors, describing NG26 as a place for “strategic matchmaking” and for fostering connections across the full ecosystem.
The organiser’s NG26 materials also include performance-style business metrics (e.g., forecasting thousands of scheduled meetings at the Biz Lounge) and cite past-year attendance in the low-thousands, suggesting a high concentration of relevant contacts for business development teams.
For publishing and investment stakeholders specifically, the programme schedule and summit structure cluster decision-makers early in the week (Tuesday) through parallel invitation/application events (Executive Summit and Policy Summit, with other summit programming also referenced in the schedule).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What are the dates for Nordic Game 2026 (NG26 Spring)?
NG26 Spring runs 26–29 May 2026, with the organiser’s schedule showing Tuesday–Friday programming (and a Monday exhibitor preparation block). - Where is Nordic Game 2026 held?
The venue is Slagthuset in Malmö, Sweden. - Is Nordic Game 2026 hybrid (online + in-person)?
Yes—NG26 is described by the organiser as “online and at Slagthuset,” and pass descriptions include online benefits such as live stream and Discord access. - How do I register and what payment methods are accepted?
Nordic Game registration is via the official NG26 registration flow; the organiser states credit card payment is accepted and that prices shown include Swedish VAT. - What’s the difference between a Content Pass and a Business Pass?
The organiser describes the content pass as covering the programme/events (including show floor and online benefits) but not the meeting system, while the business pass includes online scheduling/matchmaking and a dedicated meeting area at the venue. - Is there a student ticket for Nordic Game 2026?
Yes—the organiser offers a student pass that requires a valid student ID and is listed as non-upgradeable, with access to the speaker programme and events but without the meeting system. - When are the Nordic Game Awards 2026 during the event week?
The organiser’s schedule lists the Nordic Game Awards 2026 at 18:30 on Thursday 28 May, followed by the wrap-up (including the People’s Choice Award) and party programming. - Can I still apply to speak at Nordic Game 2026?
The organiser’s published speaker call deadline was 2 April 2026, and the Speakers page states the call is closed with submissions under editorial review. - How do I get a slot in Nordic Pitch at NG26?
Nordic Pitch is presented as an exhibitor-facing opportunity: you must be an exhibitor, pitches run 26–27 May, and organisers contact registered exhibitors with sign-up details; the organiser describes each pitch slot as exactly three minutes. - How do I get from Copenhagen to Malmö for Nordic Game?
Travel guidance highlights frequent trains from Copenhagen Central to Malmö (every 20 minutes) and direct trains from Copenhagen Airport, with tourism guidance also noting possible ID checks at Copenhagen Airport for Sweden-bound travel.
Conclusion
Nordic Game 2026 (NG26 Spring) is a hybrid games industry conference and show-floor event scheduled for 26–29 May 2026 at Slagthuset in Malmö, built around a Tuesday–Thursday main programme with a student/indie-focused Masterclass Friday to close the week. The organiser’s published structure integrates conference tracks (including dedicated AI and audio programming), Expo/Developer Showcase demos, Nordic Pitch sessions for exhibiting studios, and the Nordic Game Awards—plus daily networking and a scheduled-meeting system for business pass holders.
Sources and citation
- Nordic Game official NG26 hub (Welcome) page with overview and event positioning.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26 - Nordic Game official Program page outlining sessions, talks, and schedule.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26/program - Nordic Game Dates & Venue page detailing event timing and location.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26/dates-venue - Nordic Game Registration page covering passes and attendance details.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26/registration - Nordic Game Speakers page listing confirmed speakers and participants.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26/speakers - Nordic Game Exhibitors page detailing participating companies and showcases.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26/exhibitors - Nordic Game Call for Speakers update page.
https://nordicgame.com/call-for-speakers-ng26 - Nordic Game AI Track feature page.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26-ai-track - Nordic Game Masterclass Friday feature page.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26-masterclass-friday - Nordic Game Nordic Pitch feature page.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26-nordic-pitch - Nordic Game Executive Summit feature page.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26-executive-summit - Nordic Game Games Policy Summit call page.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26-games-policy-summit - Nordic Game GIN Match feature page.
https://nordicgame.com/ng26-gin-match - Nordic Game NG26 official PDF with facts, figures, and event scale overview.
https://nordicgame.com/wp-content/uploads/ng26-factsheet.pdf - Slagthuset venue information page covering entrances and event access.
https://slagthuset.se/info - Øresundståg regional train information for Denmark–Sweden connections, frequency, and travel guidance.
https://www.oresundstag.se/en - Visit Denmark travel guidance covering border crossing and ID requirements between Denmark and Sweden.
https://www.visitdenmark.com/denmark/travel-information/border-crossing-sweden
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