In its fifth consecutive year, SpielFabrique proudly presents the European Game Night – the exclusive Indie game showcase and networking event that kicks off Gamescom. 

Hosted in Köln, on the 20th of August 2024, the European Game Night is presenting the most promising Indie video game studios across Europe and brings together industry leaders from all over the continent.

Event Highlights

Pitch Contest and Award

Dive into a series of captivating pitches from up-and-coming studios across Europe (2 studios maximum per country). Each studio has a thrilling three-minute window to showcase their best, displaying their creativity and potential.

Celebrating its eighth year, the OFAJ-DFJW Award, with its €1,000 prize, joyfully spotlights young video game developers who have made remarkable contributions to Franco-German relations. This prestigious award not only recognizes their talent and involvement but also elevates their profile in the international gaming community. It’s a festive acknowledgment of the vibrant creativity and cross-cultural collaboration that define our thriving industry.

Mingle with the who’s who of the gaming world over complimentary drinks and snacks. It’s an opportunity to forge valuable connections and be part of a community that’s driving the future of gaming.

Organizers

Partner with us

Elevate your brand in the gaming world by partnering with European Game Night.
Contact us today to explore partnership opportunities and be a part of this exciting event!
  • Experience exclusive visibility across our social networks and unique opportunities to showcase your organization through engaging video presentations.
  • Invite your contacts and join us in this flagship event to connect with top game developers and industry leaders, fostering collaboration and innovation in the gaming community.

2019 - 2023 Pitching studios

Get involved

Thanks to the pitch contest, I met my publisher!

Whether you’re an Indie studio, a game developer, or an enthusiast, this event is for you. Experience the pulse of Europe’s gaming scene in one dynamic evening.

Registrations are not open yet. Contact us for more information.

Be part of an event that's more than a showcase

– it’s a movement celebrating the diversity and creativity of the European Indie gaming community.

They talk about us

Umanimation

France

Platform:
PC, Switch
Genre:
Adventure

Publisher:
Focus Entertainment

accelerated by

& powered by

Dordogne

Experience a unique journey through Dordogne as you uncover lost family secrets and relive your childhood memories.

PlayTix X Tiny Crocodile Studio

France / Germany

Platform:
Mobile

Genre:
Web3, Simulation

powered by

Top Squad

Top Squad, the web3 soccer game with stunning graphics and worldwide quick matches.

Ludopium X CdM

Germany / France

Platform:
PC, Mobile
Genre:
Action, Casual
Publisher:
Arte France

accelerated by

& powered by

Vectronom

2nd Deutscher Computerspielpreis

Get hypnotized by the electronic soundtrack of Vectronom and its pulsing geometric and colorful world.

Seed By Seed

France

Platform:
PC, Consoles
Genre:
Action, Adventure, Casual
Publisher: HandyGames


accelerated by

Pile Up!

Pile Up: 1-4 player 3D platformer. Jump, build piles, explore world. Coordination & creativity required. Friendly creatures await!

Naraven

Switzerland

Platform:
PC, Consoles
Genre:
Adventure, Casual
Publisher:
All in! Games

accelerated by

Backfirewall_

Backfirewall_ is a persistent smartphone OS that crashes until it gets its desired update. As an Update Assistant, you must face the challenge of dealing with its stubbornness.

Label This

Slovenia

Platform:
PC, Consoles
Genre:
Adventure, Casual
Publisher:
Crunching Koalas

accelerated by

The Gap

The Gap tells the story of a man’s quest to cure his family’s illness through exploration of parallel realities, delving into his psyche and cherished memories.

Darjeeling X Feierabend

France / Germany

Platform:
Mobile
Genre:
RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Publisher:
ARTE


powered by

Homo Machina

Homo Machina is a puzzle video game based on a German physician’s illustrations for making biology accessible.

GameExPro X CdM

France

Platform:
VR

Genre:
RPG, Simulation, Strategy

powered by

Critical Mistrust

Play a virtual reality game as four astronauts try to stop a deadly virus, but trust is scarce and the culprit unknown. Choose a side and solve the mystery.

Black Flag

France

Platform:
PC, MAC, Linux

Genre:
RPG, Simulation, Strategy

accelerated by

Orphan Age

Orphan Age is a dystopian life sim game where you play not as the soldiers of war, but as the children left behind.