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We’re excited to open games submissions for Playtopia 2026, a platform dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the creativity of independent game developers from Africa and around the world.
Whether you’ve built a captivating narrative-driven experience, an innovative puzzle game, a visually stunning adventure, or a unique gameplay mechanic, we want to see it!
Submission guidelines
- Submissions close on Thursday the 20th of August 2026.
- You may submit multiple games, but each game must be submitted as a separate entry.
- Your game must be playable (either in full or as a demo) at the time of submission. It doesn't need to be perfectly polished; if selected, you'll have time to get your build exhibit-ready.
- Accepted developers will be notified via email by the first week of October.
How are games selected?
Your submission will be reviewed by our selection panel of indie games enthusiasts and creators. Alongside creative merit, we also consider practical factors including hardware requirements, how well the game runs, supported platforms, the festival audience, and what fits our arcade exhibition setting.
We review every submission with care. Thank you for taking the time to share your work with us!
What happens if your game is selected?
If selected, your game will be exhibited in the 2026 Playtopia arcade alongside titles from around the world!
Here’s what else is included:
- Delegate passes: 2 free + 5 at 50% off per studio
- Hardware provided for the exhibition: PC, monitor, gamepad(s), mouse & keyboard
- Arcade staffing: Throughout the festival, games are run by the Playtopia team. No need to be there in person (though we’d love to see you there!)
- Website feature: Selected games are featured on the Playtopia website. See last year’s games here!
For any inquiries or further information, please contact Crystal Ball, Playtopia’s Assistant Program Director at crystalletjie@gmail.com. We look forward to reviewing your game submissions!