17 tracks revealed for Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki 2025

Mark your calendars for 7-8 October as Pocket Gamer Connects returns to Helsinki – one of Europe's undisputed game hubs.

Finland's mobile games industry is an intriguing blend of innovation, education, and a strong ecosystem, making it the global powerhouse it is today.

We're excited to land our comprehensive industry event, PGC Helsinki 2025, in the city once again. Three events in one, this year's edition includes the Big Screen Gaming Summit and AI Gamechangers Summit, as well as our core PG Connects conference. The event is also part of the Finnish Games Week.

Gathering over 1,500 professionals and 200 speakers across 20+ tracks, PGC Helsinki focuses on key industry trends, highlighting 2025 growth engines that are set to shape the future of the industry:

• AI's transformative impact on game development

• The evolving state of blockchain gaming

• Next-level monetisation strategies

• Insights into the latest in cloud and immersive tech

Expect this and much more as part of our unmissable multitrack, multi-stage event.

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At the heart of all our PG Connects events is the connections and relationships that are formed. Whether you're an indie developer, studio head, investor or publisher, our free MeetToMatch booking system ensures unparalleled networking possibilities to grow your business.

PG Connects Helsinki at-a-glance

• One ticket, three events: PG Connects + Big Screen Gaming Summit + AI Gamechangers Summit

• Over 1,500 global games industry delegates

• 200+ speakers sharing their insight – in talks, panels, fireside chats, and roundtables

• Mobile, PC, console, web3, AI, HTML5, XR, and more

• A comprehensive expo area with booths and meeting spaces

• Indie showcase tables and pitching competition

• Integrated meeting system for business matchmaking (MeetToMatch)

• Specialised fringe events connecting investors, publishers, and developers

• Dedicated Careers Zone

• Evening networking reception and a buzzing industry party

20+ conference tracks

With more than 20+ tracks featured across the two-day event, we’re excited to reveal the first 17 tracks part of the PG Connects conference:

Audience Accelerator

Expanding your reach: Tips and guides for growing your game using the best UA and marketing techniques.

Finest Finland

Local legends: Facts, figures and insight into the latest & hottest industry trends from Finland and beyond.

Game Dev Stories

Learn from developers: Find out what developers are working on, how they have innovated and what lessons they have learned along the way.

Global Trends

International perspective: Facts, figures and insight into the latest industry trends from all over the globe.

Incredible Indies

Indie-spensable info: How to survive and thrive as a smaller studio in today's competitive games development landscape.

IP Unlocked

The power of IP: Discover the potential (and pitfalls!) of licensing and working with IP to unlock the global power of big franchises.

Retarget Revolution

Reach, re-engage, retarget: Master the art of re-engaging your audiences to boost retention rates, increase LTV and increase your revenue.

Monetiser

In-game monetisation: Gain in-depth, detailed and actionable insights from experts when it comes to in-game advertising and learn how to maximise revenue from your game.

Publisher Power

Leveraging your deal: Get the most out of your publishing deal and take your game's launch to the next level.

Unlocking Webshops with Xsolla

Your gateway to consumers: Get the keys to unleash the massive potential of webstores and boost your games’ revenue.

Powering Payments

Alternative ways to earn: Discover how to generate revenue outside of traditional billing methods in new markets and webstores.

Game Maker Insights

Hands-on advice: Case studies from the front line, covering the likes of game design, audio, character design, UX, and narrative.

Nordic Next

The next generation: Find out which companies and individuals are emerging as the next best thing from the Nordic region.

The Developer Toolkit

Practical tips and tools: Essential, practical advice about all aspects of making games.

Show Me The Money 

Investment insight: Practical insight on securing the funding that will make a difference.

The Growth Track

Forward planning: Essential insight into user acquisition, retention techniques, and how to grow your game.

Webstore Wizardry

The magic of online stores: Discover the significance of webstores and how to use them in the monetisation of your games.

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