Observed Signal · Jul 24, 2026 · Event Announcement · Source: PocketGamer.biz · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
PG Connects World Tour 2026 Announces H2 Events
Pocket Gamer Connects (PGC) has published its Pocket Gamer Connects World Tour 2026 schedule for the second half of the year, listing in-person events across Shanghai, Cologne, Seattle, Helsinki (PG Connects Nordics) and Montréal. Highlighted dates include PGC Summit Shanghai on July 29, the PG Mobile Games Awards on August 25 (presented in association with Samsung), the Big Indie Pitch in Seattle on September 2, PG Connects Nordics in Helsinki on October 20–21, and a MIGS x PGC Summit in Montréal on November 10. The announcement also invites expert speakers to apply for complimentary VIP entry to H2 events.
Schedule announcement for a publisher-run series of industry events; relevant to games B2B networking but limited broader AdTech/MarTech impact.
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- Pocket Gamer Connects (PGC) is running World Tour 2026 events in Shanghai, Cologne, Seattle, Helsinki and Montréal.
- PGC Summit Shanghai is scheduled for July 29, 2026.
- PG Mobile Games Awards is scheduled for August 25, 2026 and is presented in association with Samsung.
- Big Indie Pitch (speed‑dating competition) will take place in Seattle on September 2, 2026.
- PG Connects Nordics (previously PGC Helsinki) is scheduled for October 20–21, 2026; MIGS x PGC Summit Montréal is scheduled for November 10, 2026.
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PG Connects Summit Shanghai returns bigger and better
PG Connects Summit Shanghai (published 2026-07-31) expanded on its 2025 debut with over 770 registrations from 400+ companies and visitors from 40 countries. The event featured a new venue, an augmented indie developer area, the first Shanghai Big Indie Pitch, and an AI summit. Attendees were 56% from China, 39% senior decision-makers, and 82% game makers. Organisers also hosted evening networking including a VIP supper in association with Epic Games and a party, connecting over 1,000 global games-industry members. The article also notes forthcoming related events: the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards in Cologne (presented with Samsung Gaming Hub) and PG Connects Nordics in Helsinki.
PG Connects Summit Montréal launches Nov 10, 2026
PG Connects is launching a one-day Summit in Montréal on November 10, 2026, held within the Montréal International Game Summit (MIGS). Branded as PG Connects Summit Montréal 2026, the event focuses on Mobile and AI and is designed for up to 500 mobile games professionals. A single ticket grants access to both the PG Connects summit and the wider MIGS conference (presented by La Guilde du jeu vidéo du Québec in partnership with XP Gaming). The 2026 MIGS edition will feature three content stages, a business lounge, a show floor, an ExDev Hub, and an Indie Zone. Organisers are offering a 15% discount for PG Connects attendees and are inviting speaker applications with complimentary VIP entry for selected experts.
MIGS 2026 Adds PG Connects Mobile Summit
The Montréal International Game Summit (MIGS) will return on November 10–11, 2026, presented by La Guilde du jeu vidéo du Québec in partnership with XP Gaming. PocketGamer’s PG Connects Summit Montréal 2026 will be integrated into MIGS, bringing three mobile-focused conference tracks and sessions on topics including generative AI. Publishers confirmed to attend include PlayStation Studios, Focus Entertainment, Snail Games, Kepler Interactive and 11 bit studios. Early Bird tickets are on sale with a special 15% discount for PG Connects attendees. The organisers are also inviting expert speakers for mobile-focused sessions, offering complimentary VIP entry for chosen speakers.
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