Observed Signal · Aug 19, 2026 · Event · Source: PocketGamer.biz · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Experiential & Event Marketing Market: PG Connects Nordics Schedule Goes Live
PG Connects Nordics (rebrand of Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki) will take place October 20–21, 2026. The rebranded conference features a 23-track programme across multiple stages, two side events and 36 hours of content with 150+ speakers covering monetisation, funding, AI, development trends, HTML5 and cross‑media. Confirmed organisations include Layer AI, Epic Games, Xsolla, Meta, FastSpring, Fingersoft, IGDA, Neogames Finland and Pixel Federation. The event offers curated, free-to-ticket-holder networking: Investor Connector (one-to-one investor meetings), Publisher SpeedMatch, and two editions of The Big Indie Pitch (mobile; PC & console); applications for fringe events close at midnight on October 5, 2026. An online meeting system is provided for attendees. Tickets are available via the official site, with mid-term prices starting at €199.
Regional gaming conference schedule release relevant for industry networking, monetisation and AI discussions but limited broader AdTech impact.
Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- PG Connects Nordics (rebrand of Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki) takes place October 20–21, 2026; tickets via the official site (mid-term prices from €199).
- 23-track programme across multiple stages with 36 hours of content and 150+ speakers covering monetisation, funding, AI, development trends, HTML5 and cross-media.
- Confirmed participating organisations include Layer AI, Epic Games, Xsolla, Meta, FastSpring, Fingersoft, IGDA, Neogames Finland and Pixel Federation.
- Curated networking free to ticket holders: Investor Connector, Publisher SpeedMatch, and two Big Indie Pitch editions (mobile; PC & console); fringe-event applications close October 5, 2026.
- Event includes two side events and an organiser-provided online meeting system for attendees.
Connected Companies & Entities
5 Entities mappedMeta
Consumer internet platforms monetised through advertising, apps, subscriptions and VR.
“We've already confirmed speakers from these amazing companies - Layer AI, Epic Games, Xsolla, Meta, FastSpring, Fingersoft, IGDA, Neogames F...”
Xsolla
Gaming commerce and monetisation infrastructure for developers and publishers.
“We've already confirmed speakers from these amazing companies - Layer AI, Epic Games, Xsolla, Meta, FastSpring, Fingersoft, IGDA, Neogames F...”
Pocket Gamer
Mobile gaming publisher, industry media and events operator.
“The event formerly known as Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki returns this October 20th and 21st with more of everything you already love - and...”
FastSpring
Merchant-of-record commerce platform for global software and digital sellers.
“We've already confirmed speakers from these amazing companies - Layer AI, Epic Games, Xsolla, Meta, FastSpring, Fingersoft, IGDA, Neogames F...”
Epic Games
Game publisher, engine provider and digital games platform operator.
“We've already confirmed speakers from these amazing companies - Layer AI, Epic Games, Xsolla, Meta, FastSpring, Fingersoft, IGDA, Neogames F...”
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