IGDA NYC Partners With The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment for Game-A-Palooza – Fall 2026! A One-Day Festival Showcasing Over 50 Local Game Developers in Brooklyn, New York!

New York, NY — October 7th, 2026 — The International Game Developers Association New York City Chapter (IGDA NYC) is proud to present Game-A-Palooza – Fall 2026, a one-day festival celebrating the vibrant creativity of New York City’s game development community. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 7th, 2026, at 339 Adams St, Brooklyn.

Proudly supported by the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, Computer Lunch and Latinx in Gaming, Game-A-Palooza will spotlight over 50 local game developers showcasing their latest projects, from unreleased indie titles to brand-new experiences never before seen by the public.

Festival Highlights

• 💼 VIP Access (11 a.m.–1 p.m.): Investors, publishers, press, and content creators can secure exclusive early access, first looks, and dedicated meeting space with developers. Apply for access here!
• 🎮 Play 50+ Games: From 1–7 p.m., attendees can get hands-on with the largest single-day collection of NYC-made games, all in one place. 
• 🎟️ Accessible Pricing: Tickets are just $10 per session.

“New York City’s indie game developers are building what’s next, and Game-a-Palooza gives New Yorkers a chance to experience it firsthand,” said Commissioner Rafael Espinal of the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment. “Together with our partners at the International Game Developers Association, we’re giving local developers a platform to showcase their work, connect with new audiences, and grow their careers right here in New York. And with Game-a-Palooza now part of the city’s first New York Games Week, we’re building the kind of ecosystem that can make NYC a global home for the future of games.”

“Game-A-Palooza is all about bringing together the city’s most inventive developers and giving the public a chance to experience the future of games firsthand,” said Amit, Co-Chair of IGDA NYC. “With the support of the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, we’re thrilled to showcase the incredible talent right here in New York.”

Game developers interested in showcasing, gamers eager to play and support local creators, as well as publishing professionals, investors and press seeking exclusive early access can find full details and registration at gameapalooza.love

Want to share the event to your community? Find the full Press Kit here