BitSummit PUNCH Draws Major Publishers to Kyoto Indie Event
The presence of major platform holders at an indie-focused event signals the growing crossover between independent and mainstream game development in Japan.
Reporting from 1 sources: 4Gamer.net.
The largest indie game event in Japan, BitSummit PUNCH, was held May 22-24, 2026 at Miyako Messe in Kyoto. Major publishers including Nintendo, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Sega set up booths alongside indie developers and overseas companies. The next BitSummit is scheduled for May 21-23, 2027.
BitSummit PUNCH, the latest edition of Japan's largest indie game showcase, ran from May 22 to 24 at Miyako Messe in Kyoto. The event, which began in 2013 with around 200 visitors, has grown substantially: last year's BitSummit the 13th drew a record 58,065 attendees. This year's total attendance has not yet been announced.
Nintendo, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Sega all operated booths at the event, alongside numerous overseas companies. The venue featured new and old game displays, stage events, award announcements, merchandise sales, and talk sessions. The next BitSummit has been announced for May 21-23, 2027.
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