Indie Game Project

At TOKYO GAME SHOW, we develop a wide range of indie game initiatives to spotlight the passion and creativity of indie game developers from around the world, and to share the present and future of indie games with visitors.

SELECTED INDIE 80

"SELECTED INDIE 80" (SI80) is a program that brings together noteworthy indie games from around the world.Eighty titles selected from over 1,500 submissions are invited to exhibit for free, showcasing an indie game festival filled with originality, creativity, and innovative ideas.In addition, all 80 selected titles are automatically entered into "SENSE OF WONDER NIGHT (SOWN)
2026".

SELECTED INDIE 80

SENSE OF WONDER NIGHT 2026

"SENSE OF WONDER NIGHT (SOWN) 2026" is a program designed to discover game ideas that evoke a “SENSE OF WONDER”—a feeling that the world has changed just a little the moment you see a game or hear its concept.Developers of the selected
indie game titles (finalists) take the stage to present their projects, sharing their originality and challenges with the audience.The contest will be held at the International Conference Hall on Thursday, September 17th.

SENSE OF WONDER NIGHT 2026

Indie Game Ambassador

Pocky

I've been appointed as an official TGS Indie Game Ambassador again this year. It's Pocky here!
The indie game scene is getting more and more exciting every year.
I'm already so excited to see what new games I'll discover this year!
I'll do my best to bring you lots of great games.