PGC Londong 2026：the Global Gaming Industry’s Premier Event Kicks Off

In 2026, the Global Gaming Industry’s Premier Event Kicks Off: London PGC Conference Is About to Open, Mistplay Invites You to Explore a New Chapter in Player Loyalty and Monetization.

The curtain rises on the 2026 global gaming events calendar with Pocket Gamer Connects (PGC) London. Mistplay, a global leader in player loyalty and monetization, cordially invites industry peers to join us at the epicenter of the games business. Together, we will explore how “loyalty-first” solutions can effectively elevate user lifetime value (LTV) and optimize monetization strategies.

Keynote Session: Mastering Loyalty Through Gaming’s Playbook
No category understands the art of transforming habitual engagement into long-term loyalty better than mobile gaming. Mistplay will host a featured panel discussion, “Leveling Up Loyalty: Essential Lessons from Rewarded Gaming for Loyalty Leaders,” on January 19th at 11:40 AM GMT at the Barbican Centre. This session will delve into how publishers across various app verticals can learn from gaming’s success to build their own loyalty-driven growth strategies. Be sure not to miss this insightful conversation.

PGC London Key Schedule at a Glance
(All times are in GMT / UK local time)

Pre-Conference Events:

January 18th (Sun) 16:00-19:00: Early Badge Pick-up

January 18th (Sun) from 19:00: Kick-Off Party

Main Conference Days:

January 19th (Mon) 08:30-18:00: Registration Open

January 19th (Mon) from 19:00: Pocket Gamer 20th Anniversary Party

January 20th (Tue) 09:00-18:00: Registration Open

Conference Highlights & Core Value: More Than a Conference, an Engine for Growth

1. A Premier Global Deal-Making Platform

A Hub for Major Deals: PGC London has been the origin or conclusion point for deals totaling over $1 billion.

Concentration of Elite Decision-Makers: 55% of attendees are C-level executives or founders, and over 68% are senior management decision-makers. Efficiently connect with the industry’s real decision-makers through the MeetToMatch system, dedicated fringe events, and abundant networking activities.

Unprecedented Scale for Connection: The 2026 event expects to attract over 1,200 companies from more than 70 countries, with a dedicated 35% increase in meeting space to accommodate surging business networking demand.

2. Insights into Future Trends & Growth Strategies

A Feast of Cutting-Edge Content: Featuring 30+ themed tracks and 290+ industry experts, the conference offers deep dives into global trends, investment, development techniques, growth, monetization, user engagement, transmedia, and cutting-edge tech like AI, Web3, and XR.

Expanding Ecosystem Boundaries: In 2026, the event will integrate the “Apps Business Summit” and “Beyond Games: Transmedia Summit” for the first time, connecting adjacent sectors to explore cross-boundary growth opportunities.

3. A Direct Bridge Between Developers & Publishers

Creator-Centric Attendance: Over 68% of attendees are game-makers (indie developers, studios, or publishers).

Dedicated Connection Channels: Purpose-designed fringe events like “Publisher-Developer SpeedMatch” and “The Very Big Indie Pitch” significantly enhance the efficiency and success rate of business collaborations.

4. A Convergence of Global Industry Giants & Innovators
   Attending companies include hundreds of global leaders and rising stars such as Tencent, Supercell, King, Electronic Arts, Epic Games, FunPlus, Apple, Bandai Namco, Disney, Netflix Games, Ubisoft, and Unity, making it a microcosm of the global gaming ecosystem.
5. Immersion in London’s Thriving Games Ecosystem
   London is not only a captivating city consistently hailed as a ‘capital of capitals’ but also home to a vast and vibrant games industry ecosystem, hosting the headquarters of numerous industry giants. Attending PGC London is both a highly efficient business trip and a perfect opportunity to explore this creative hub and its unique gaming culture.

Plan Your Journey Now
As the conference schedule is subject to change, we recommend bookmarking the official page and checking back regularly for updates. Also, explore key fringe events in advance, such as the “Investor Connector,” “The Very Big Indie Pitch,” “Publisher SpeedMatch,” and the “Careers Zone.”

Join us in London on January 19-20, 2026, at PGC London. Let’s collectively raise the curtain on a new year of growth, forge powerful connections, and seize the future together.

About Mistplay
Mistplay is a global leader in player loyalty and monetization platforms, dedicated to helping mobile game publishers enhance user engagement, lifetime value, and overall revenue through its innovative “loyalty-first” model.