Big Screen Gaming Summit and AI Gamechangers Summit coming to Helsinki

In every aspect looking to exceed previous years, the Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki 2025 conference is joined by the Big Screen Gaming Summit and AI Gamechangers Summit, as well as being part of Finnish Games Week. Three events in one!

Returning to the Nordics with our ever popular mobile games conference series for the 11th year, PG Connects Helsinki is a true celebration of the Nordic games industry's inspiring success, in combination with a global focus ensuring you are covered on the latest insight across every area of the industry.

New for 2025

For this year, we’re introducing the brand new one-day AI Gamechangers Summit, set for October 8th. Focused on the latest innovations brought about by the intersection of AI tech and the games industry, this event encompasses multiple platforms such as PC, console, and mobile, while also covering XR and web3. 

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 - The name says it all, this track explores the latest technologies shaping the future of games.

Practical AI - Discover 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. Expanding our focus in support and celebration of the games industry as a whole, this summit dives into new opportunities, challenges, and latest key trends in the world of console, PC, XR, and web3.

Four tracks are part of Big Screen Gaming Summit:

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 - Learn how browser gaming is reshaping accessibility and engagement

So who’s attending?

Some of the sector’s top companies are already confirmed, many of whom will speak at the event and share their industry knowledge and experience. These include:

• BLKbox

• Phiture

• TikTok

• Appier

• Sensor Tower

• Stash

• Xsolla

• RTB House

• Crazy Games

• Appcharge

• AppFollow

• Tipalti

• Supercell

• Metaplay

• JWR Ventures

• MiTale

• NORDIA Law

• Kokoon Games

Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki - at-a-glance

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

• Over 1,500 global games industry professionals

• 50% C-level/founder, 70% game makers

• 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

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.