Regarded one of the most dynamic and influential regions in global gaming, the Nordic games industry is a bustling mix of global-scale game companies and high-quality indie developers. But despite being home to numerous successful traditional game companies, the region is no stranger to adopting groundbreaking innovations and disruptive technologies.
Tapping into the emergence of new opportunities and future trends, the global mobile games conference Pocket Gamer Connects is expanding its focus in support of the games industry as a whole.
Returning to Finland for its 11th year, PG Connects Helsinki is a celebration of the Nordic games industry’s inspiring successes, in combination with a global focus ensuring you are covered on the latest insight across every area of the industry.
This year will see the addition of the brand new one-day AI Gamechangers Summit, set for October 8th. Focused on the intersection of AI tech and the games industry, this event encompasses multiple platforms such as PC, console, and mobile, while also covering web3 and XR.
Three tracks are part of AI Gamechangers Summit:
- AI Advances – looking at the future of AI creativity, from art to scriptwriting and programming.
- Future Formats – explores the latest technologies shaping the future of games.
- Practical AI – all about how to use AI in game development.
In addition to the AI Gamechangers Summit, the Big Screen Gaming Summit is running the day before, on October 7th.
From console and PC to web3 and XR, this summit contains four tracks:
- State of Play: PC & Console – facts, figures and insights from the latest developments in the PC and console markets.
- Distribution + Discovery – expert advice on distribution services.
- Extended Play: UGC & Live Service – exploring the world of live service and user-generated content.
- Browser Breakthroughs – how browser gaming is reshaping accessibility and engagement.
The global mobile games conference Pocket Gamer Connects lands in Helsinki on October 2025 7th to 8th. Take advantage of our current offer, saving you 20% on tickets when you book before midnight Sunday 22nd June. Use code DL-Midsummer20 at checkout.