EAST
SWEDEN
GAME
SUMMIT
NOVEMBER 19-20 · LINKÖPING
Welcome to Sweden’s most vibrant game dev community. Two days to play and connect.
WHEN
19-20 November 2026
WHERE
Spektrum, Ebbepark
Linköping, Sweden
WHO
Developers, students
and everyone who loves games
WHY WE GET TOGETHER
Games are made by people – and great things happen when we meet.
ESG Summit brings together developers, students, studios and friends from across the games industry to play, learn, share ideas and make new connections.
This year, we’re putting conversations at the heart of the Summit. Less sitting and listening. More playing, talking, creating and connecting.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
ESG AWARDS
Who will become the first-ever ESG Awards winners? Discover promising new games from East Sweden – and see who takes home Best in Show.
WORKSHOPS
Get involved. Learn new skills, share ideas and explore trends together with people from the industry.
TALKS
A few great talks. Fresh ideas, real experiences and inspiration from people making things happen.
GAME EXPO
Play new games from East Sweden, meet the developers behind them and find your own favorite.
Submit your game here
PARTY
Come for the games. Stay for the party. This is where the magic happens.
TABLE TENNIS
Because apparently, game developers really like table tennis.
ESG AWARDS
A new award for the next generation of game developers.
For the first time, East Sweden Game is bringing together the region’s most promising new games in one competition. Students, hobby developers and indie studios are all invited to enter – and show what they’ve got.
1. ENTER YOUR GAME
Submit your game to ESG Awards to join the competition.
2. SHOW YOUR GAME
Take part in the Game Expo during ESG Summit and let visitors play your game.
3. MEET THE JURY
Our industry jury will play your game, meet your team and evaluate the experience.
4. WIN AN AWARD
Join the ESG Awards ceremony on Friday afternoon as the winners are revealed. Who will take home Best in Show?
Award categories
BEST IN SHOW · BEST DESIGN · BEST ART · BEST AUDIO · BEST STUDENT PROJECT · PUBLIC CHOICE
THE SCHEDULE
THURSDAY 19 NOVEMBER
10:00 – Game Expo Opens
Play the latest games from East Sweden, meet the developers – and find your new favorite.
13:00 – Workshop: Code
A hands-on workshop about game tech, programming and complex systems.
Hosted by Beatrice Söderqvist
14:00 – Workshop: Art
A creative workshop about visual direction, game art and building your own visual identity.
Hosted by Alice Persdotter Rydberg
15:00 – Workshop: Audio
Explore how music, sound and audio design can shape the feeling and identity of a game.
Hosted by Magnus Chirgwin
16:00 – Talk: Beartwigs
Samuel Blomqvist, CEO & Co-founder
How did a custom game engine become a multi-million-selling indie game? Discover the story behind Romestead – and the team that made it happen.
17:00 – Info & Kickoff: Aeronautics Hackathon
by Saab & East Sweden Game
What happens when game tech meets aeronautics? Get a first look at Saab’s upcoming hackathon, discover the challenge and find out how you can take part.
18:00 – Party at Laszlos
Food, drinks, music and great people. Come for the games. Stay for the party. This is where the magic happens.
FRIDAY 20 NOVEMBER
10:00 – Game Expo Opens
Missed something yesterday? The games are back. Play, meet the teams and discover your favorites.
11:00 – Table Tennis Tournament
Glory. Prestige. Questionable athletic ability. Who will become the ESG table tennis champion?
13:00 – Workshop: Business
A practical workshop about positioning, marketing and finding an audience.
Hosted by Linnéa Karnel Mjörnheim
14:00 – Fireside Chat: Pugstorm
Fredrik Präntare, CEO & Co-founder
From Core Keeper to Kyora – how does Pugstorm approach making games? A fireside chat with Fredrik Präntare about game direction, sandbox adventures and the lessons learned along the way.
15:00 – ESG Awards Ceremony
The votes are in. The jury has spoken. Join us as the very first ESG Awards winners are revealed.
Don’t wait — tickets are limited
FIND YOUR WAY
How to Get to Ebbepark, Linköping
East Sweden Game Summit takes place in Spektrum, a modern venue located in the heart of Ebbepark — Linköping’s innovation district. It’s right next to East Sweden Game and Laszlos Krog.
Address to Spektrum: Fridtunagatan 41
Address to East Sweden Game: Fridtunagatan 24
Coming by train?
From Linköping Central Station, it’s a 5–10 minute taxi ride or a 20-minute walk to Ebbepark.
By car?
Search for Ebbepark, Linköping in your GPS. Parking is available in the area, but we recommend using public transport.
Local transport?
Several city buses stop near Ebbepark. Use the Östgötatrafiken app or website to plan your trip.
FAQ
Why do you organise ESG Summit?
To inspire more people to make games – and to show the world all the great things happening in our community.
Who can attend ESG Summit?
Everyone! Developers, students, industry professionals and anyone who loves games are welcome.
Do I need to register?
Yes. Please register in advance – it helps us plan the event and makes sure we can keep you updated.
Can I attend just one day?
Sure! Join us for a few hours, one day or the full Summit.
Do I need to register for workshops?
No. All workshops are drop-in, subject to available space. Just show up and join in!
Do I need to be there when the Summit opens?
Not at all. Come and go as you like.
Can the venue get full, even if I have a ticket?
Yes. Spektrum has a maximum capacity of 300 people. If it gets crowded, Laszlos Krog is right next door – perfect for meetings, food, drinks or just hanging out.
Is food and drink available?
Yes. We’re partnering with Laszlos Krog, right next door, which will be open throughout both days. Lunch is served daily, with a smaller menu in the afternoon. Laszlos also has a fully licensed bar.
Can I visit East Sweden Game during the Summit?
Absolutely! ESG is right next door to the conference venue. Drop by to say hello, explore the space or sit down and get some work done in our coworking area.
Who is behind ESG Summit?
ESG Summit is organized by East Sweden Game. We are an initiative of the municipally owned company Sankt Kors, created to help grow the local games industry and support new creative projects.
THANKS!
East Sweden Game Summit is co-created with our community and local game studios. Thank you for your support — together we are strong!
