Global Game Creators Invited! Entries Open for SHIBA GAME AWARD 2026 SUMMER

The executive committee of SHIBA GAME AWARD, operated by Japan’s SQOOL Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Minato Ward, Tokyo; President: Kenji Kato), announced that the entry period for SHIBA GAME AWARD 2026 SUMMER officially kicked off on June 4. Open to game creators across the globe, the call for entries will close at 7:00 PM JST, July 5, 2026.

As a renowned global online game award, the event was originally launched under the name SQOOL GAME AWARD in 2019 by the editorial team of gaming media SQOOL.NET Game Lab, and later rebranded to its current title. Differing from conventional gaming accolades, it does not aim to select the most polished games or potential bestsellers. Instead, it is dedicated to discovering and supporting promising game works and independent creators, building a stage for emerging talents in the gaming industry. The award has grown steadily in scale over the years. The previous edition, SHIBA GAME AWARD 2025 WINTER, received a total of 255 entries from all around the world, a testament to its international influence.

SHIBA GAME AWARD 2026 SUMMER maintains its global orientation, welcoming entries from creators worldwide with no restrictions limited to Japan. To maximize exposure for participating works, all submitted games will be featured on the official award website and introduced via the event’s YouTube channel. For titles available on Steam, dedicated listings will also be created on the Steam event page, helping games reach players and industry professionals globally through multi-channel promotion.

Winners of all categories are scheduled to be announced in late August 2026. The grand prize winner will receive comprehensive marketing support from the SQOOL.NET editorial team to expand its reach and influence. This support has delivered tangible results in past events. Robot Hospice, the grand prize winner of SHIBA GAME AWARD 2025 WINTER, obtained Traditional Chinese localization assistance through the program. Meanwhile, With My Past, the top title of SHIBA GAME AWARD 2025 SUMMER developed by a Chinese team, gained valuable PR resources to participate in various indie game exhibitions across Japan, earning wide international recognition.

Committed to connecting game creators worldwide, SHIBA GAME AWARD continues to live up to its original mission. With entries now open for the 2026 Summer edition, we look forward to seeing creative game works from every corner of the world shine on this international platform.

Official Website: https://sqoolgameaward.com/