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Developer • Creator • Industry Pass Registration
Developers • Artists • Storytellers • Comics • Voice Actors • Sound Designers • Illustrators
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Everything you need to showcase your game, enter the Crystal Awards, and connect with the industry.
Who is Gameacon for?
If you are building worlds or bringing characters to life, this is your platform. We are gathering the best in:
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Indie Game Development: PC, Console, Mobile, and VR.
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Visual Arts: Illustrators, Comic Book Artists, and Concept Designers.
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Audio & Performance: Voice Talent, Sound Designers, and Composers.
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Narrative Arts: Storytellers, Screenwriters, and Authors.
The Physical Showcase Oct 17–18 ($295)
Full Participation Required
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Mandatory Attendance: To be eligible for the event and the Crystal Awards, you must be present with your game, artwork, or project for the entirety of the show (Saturday 11am–8pm and Sunday 11am–6pm).
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The Complete Creator Package: Your physical registration includes a featured listing in the official Gameacon Steam Event and the B2B Industry Day on Friday, October 16.
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Live Judging & Fan Voting: Professional judging takes place live on the floor Saturday. You must be at your booth to demo your work for the judges and to collect "Fan Favorite" votes from the public.
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Talent Hub Networking: Showcase your skills directly to industry scouts, publishers, and developers looking for writers, voice actors, sound designers, and illustrators.
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Note: This is a "RYOT" (Bring Your Own Table) event. We provide the 10'x10' space; you bring the setup.
Steam Digital Showcase ($150)
For Remote Creators & Digital Promotion
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Global Steam Placement: Featured spot in the official Gameacon 2026 Steam event block for worldwide visibility.
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On-Site QR Promotion: Your project linked via "Digital Showcase" QR codes throughout the physical venue for live attendee support.
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Cross-Audience Exposure: Get discovered by global Steam users and on-site industry professionals even if you cannot attend in person.
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Industry Day Access: Includes access to the B2B Industry Day networking session on Friday, October 16.
B2B Industry Professional Pass ($299)
The Scouting & Networking Gateway
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Direct Talent Access: Designed for publishers, investors, studio scouts, and recruiters looking to discover the next big project or hire.
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B2B Industry Day: Full access to the dedicated professional networking session on Friday, October 16.
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Scout the Floor: Early access to meet with our curated lineup of developers, illustrators, voice actors, and storytellers in a focused business environment.
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Collaborate & Connect: Identify new partnerships and talent for your upcoming projects before the general public festival begins.
Artist Space • Illustrators & Creators
269
+$9.42 3.5% Transaction fee on checkout
Space for one 6-8ft table and two chairs. BYOT: You must bring your own table and chairs. Saturday & Sunday.
Valid until canceled
Designated Footprint: Sized for one 6ft to 8ft table (BYOT)
Fan Festival Access: Exhibit to fans on Saturday & Sunday
Dual Seating Space: Room for two attendee chairs (BYO).
Artist Directory: listing on the GameAcon website
On-Site Promotion: Included in the digital map
Direct-to-Fan Sales: Keep 100% of your revenue no commission
Steam Digital Showcase
159
+$5.57 3.5% Transaction fee on checkout
Digital-only. No physical space. Includes Steam event listing & B2B Industry Day access.
Valid until canceled
Official Steam Listing: A digital spot in the Steam
On-Site QR Promotion: linked via QR codes at the venue
Global Discovery: Reach worldwide Steam traffic
Digital Branding: logo placement on the event site
Virtual Talent Hub: Inclusion in the digital directory
Gameacon Directory: inclusion in the 2026 digital archives.
Industry Professional Pass
299
+$10.47 3.5% Transaction fee on checkout
Full event access. Includes B2B Industry Day and both Fan Festival days. Networking only; no physical space or Steam listing included.
Valid until canceled
Full Event Access: Entry for all days (Friday, Sat, Sun)
B2B Industry: Day access to professional networking (Oct 16)
Talent Hub: Meet with devs, voice actors, and storytellers
Studio Scouting: gateway to independent creators and scouts
Private Networking: For investors/publishers
VIP Floor Access: Access to all 3 days
Attention: at check out you will not be able to make your purchase unless you agree to the policy plan below:
✅ Plan Policy
🎮 Gameacon Vendor & Artist Agreement & Policies (2026)
Gameacon Vendor, Artist & Creator Agreement & Policies (2026)
By buying a Physical Space, Digital Listing, or Industry Pass for Gameacon (October 16–18, 2026 at The Shops at Palm Desert), you agree to the following legally binding terms:
I. MASTER POLICY (Applies to ALL Registrants)
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No refunds will be issued for any reason, including turnout, weather, personal emergencies, or "lack of results." Chargeback Waiver: You expressly agree not to initiate a chargeback or payment dispute. Any attempt to reverse payment is a breach of contract and may result in legal action. No Guarantees: Gameacon does not guarantee attendance, specific floor placement, sales, or digital traffic. Participants accept full responsibility for their own performance. Transfer Terms: Space may be transferred to another approved creator ONLY with written consent from Gameacon no later than four weeks prior to the event. Space may not be resold for profit. Force Majeure: If the event is canceled due to circumstances beyond our control, a credit may be issued toward a future event at our sole discretion. Conduct & Safety: Professional behavior is required. Harassment results in immediate removal without refund. Items must be family-friendly. Gameacon and the venue are not liable for lost, stolen, or damaged property.
II. FOR PHYSICAL SHOWCASE PARTICIPANTS ($295) Space & "BYO" Setup: Registrations are for floor space only. This is a "Bring Your Own" setup—you must provide your own tables, chairs, signage, and displays. Setups must stay within your assigned footprint and not obstruct aisles or fire exits. Mandatory Attendance: You must be present Saturday (11am–8pm) and Sunday (11am–6pm) to be eligible for the Crystal Awards. Power & Electricity: Electricity is not guaranteed and is not included. Access depends on mall infrastructure. Lack of power is not grounds for a refund. Crystal Awards: Awards are determined by independent judges or fan voting. Gameacon is not responsible for judges' choices and is not liable for winners chosen. You waive all claims regarding award outcomes.
III. FOR STEAM DIGITAL SHOWCASE PARTICIPANTS ($150) Listing Platform Only: Gameacon provides the listing and event block placement only. We do not guarantee downloads, wishlists, or traffic. Once your game is listed on Steam, the service is fully rendered. No Physical Space: This tier is digital-only. It does not include a physical footprint or on-site judging. Technical Liability: Gameacon is not responsible for Steam platform outages or Valve’s content rejection.
IV. FOR INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL PASS HOLDERS ($299) Access Only: This pass provides entry to B2B Industry Day and the creator floor. We do NOT guarantee that you will make a specific connection, contact, or hire. Non-Exhibiting: This pass is for networking only; it does not include display space or a Steam listing. Purchase confirms you have read, understood, and accepted this agreement.