Portside Game Assembly 2026: Hamburg

The Portside Game Assembly 2026, scheduled for June 25–26 in Hamburg, serves as a professional B2B conference designed to foster international collaboration within the indie games sector. The event centers on a curated exchange hosted aboard a conference ship, facilitating networking and business development for global indie studios. This year’s assembly introduces new professional development initiatives, specifically mentoring sessions for emerging developers and a dedicated showcase for local talent.

Key programming includes a Networking Brunch on June 26, priced at 59.50 Euros, which features inaugural mentoring opportunities connecting up-and-coming studios with experienced industry leaders. The event concludes with a Games Industry Party on the MS Stubnitz, offering a platform for networking and hands-on demonstrations of projects from Hamburg-based developers. Tickets for the party are available for 5.95 Euros.

The assembly maintains a strong international scope, with confirmed participants representing Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Great Britain, Canada, Latvia, the Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, and Spain. Notable participating studios include Eremite Games, Massive Monster, and Overhype Studios. By integrating these international perspectives with local initiatives like the "Games Made in Hamburg" showcase, the assembly functions as a strategic hub for cross-border industry growth and talent cultivation within the European and global indie game development landscape.