Indie Game Showcase

Showcase your game at TooManyGames and connect directly with thousands of passionate and engaged attendees.

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Indie Game Showcase Application

For over 16 years, the Indie Game Showcase has been a core part of the TooManyGames convention, connecting indie developers with attendees looking to discover new games. The juried showcase runs both in person at the convention and online through our website and Steam event.

Developers may participate in person, online only, or both. Any developer with an expo booth is automatically included in the online showcase.

 

IMPORTANT DATES

    • March 31 - Applications Close
    • April 15 - Games Chosen (Acceptance and Denial emails go out)
    • June 15 - Award Nominees go out on social media
    • June 23-30 - Steam event (full week)
    • June 25 - Earliest load-in day for in-person booths
    • June 26-28 - TooManyGames
    • Friday, June 26 - Hosted live stream trailer reel & on-stage award show
    • July - VODs and video edits of the stream/awards get posted

WHAT THE SHOWCASE INCLUDES

    • Juried games from across the globe
    • Dedicated Indie Game Showcase area in Hall C of TooManyGames
    • Featured placement on the TooManyGames website and Steam event page
    • Trailer reel live stream with industry hosts
    • Live streamed award show on the main stage with special guest presenters
SHOWCASE BENEFITS
  • Direct access to a passionate, engaged audience
  • Hands-on player feedback
  • Opportunities to connect with press, peers, and industry partners
  • Additional exposure through live streams and event promotion
  • On-site stamp rally and badge ribbon rally to keep attendees engaged

ONLINE PARTICIPATION

Online showcase games are featured as part of the TooManyGames Steam event alongside all selected titles. In 2025, the Steam event generated nearly 2.5 million impressions, a 162 percent increase over the previous year, making it a strong opportunity to grow awareness and wishlists.

Developers may also choose to participate online only.

LIVE STREAMS AND AWARDS

All games selected for the showcase are included in a hosted trailer reel live stream. In 2025, commentary was provided by Justin Silverman of Retroware and Celia Schilling of Yacht Club Games.

The showcase also includes a live award show on the main stage, streamed online. Winners who are not attending in person will receive their award by mail and be asked to submit a short acceptance video.

Judging, nominations, and award decisions are handled by TooManyGames indie staff and anonymous industry professionals. Titles from Retroware, Mega Cat Studios, and Yacht Club Games are not eligible for awards due to conflicts of interest, but may still be accepted into the showcase.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted by March 31 at 11:59 PM ET. You will receive a confirmation email after submitting, including a link to edit your application until the deadline.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities are available for developers and studios looking to expand their presence at TooManyGames through additional paid promotion and visibility.

ANY QUESTIONS can be directed to Frank DiPersio, Indie Game Showcase Co-Department Head, at indiegames (AT) toomanygames.com

 

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