Taipei Game Show 2026 has concluded its four-day run, drawing an audience of “400,000” visitors.

This year’s event not only set a new benchmark for attendance, but also delivered an across-the-board upgrade in exhibition scale and the overall lineup of participating companies. It also reinforced Taiwan’s influence as a key hub in the game industry through its expanded B2B exhibition zone and the Asia Pacific Game Summit, according to attendee feedback.

The Asia Pacific Game Summit hosted 26 sessions across two venues: the Main Stage and the AI Stage. Industry leaders from Taiwan, Korea, Japan, Canada, and China gathered to explore six forward-looking themes—game development, indie games, live operations and marketing, payment solutions, generative AI, and emerging technology trends. Beyond the on-stage presentations, the summit also set aside time for active networking, giving participants opportunities to broaden their insights.

Meanwhile, the expanded B2B Zone successfully brought together industry professionals from around the world. The show attracted more than 2,100 business visitors from 43 countries, and roughly 2,500 matchmaking sessions were held.

Publishers and developers also won over fans with carefully prepared, company-specific programs. Monster Hunter Wilds held a championship event that helped energize the venue, while Elden Ring drew attention by recreating the game’s iconic golden tree as a real-world installation. Azur Lane offered one-on-one interactions with cosplayers, and Browndust2—particularly popular in Taiwan—featured nine elite cosplayers. Snowbreak: Containment Zone received strong reactions for its limited-edition backpack giveaway, while Star Savior earned positive buzz by unveiling a new character, Lacy. In addition, this year’s Arknights: Endfield staged a DJ performance and a cosplayer show, while Wuthering Waves put the spotlight on one of its most popular characters. 

The “Indie House” area, exclusively sponsored by Smilegate Stove, was also packed with visitors. A wall where attendees could leave notes ended up covered with more than 1,000 messages, reflecting a surprisingly lively atmosphere of exchange. Visitors emphasized that “thanks to Taipei Game Show’s partnerships, it was easy to experience titles from faraway regions.” The “Board Game Wonderland” section also drew significant interest.

Highlights from Taipei Game Show 2026 can be found on Taipei Game Show’s official social channels (official website, YouTube, Facebook, and X). The next Taipei Game Show 2027 is scheduled to take place from January 21 to January 24, local time.

This article was translated from the original that appeared on INVEN.