ABRAGAMES Leads Brazilian Delegation at GDC 2026 to Boost Business and Expand Internationally the Country’s Video Game Industry

ABRAGAMES will lead a delegation of 38 Brazilian studios at GDC 2026, which takes place March 9–13 in San Francisco. ABRAGAMES’ participation showcases the diversity and creativity of Brazil’s gaming scene, with the goal of attracting investment, securing deals, and fostering new global connections. The ultimate aim is to establish Brazilian companies as major players in the global game production and service chain. To enhance studio visibility, ABRAGAMES will feature studios such as Frontiers, Hermit Crab, Venn, and Flux Games, the developers of Potato Kid, in mini-booths. The Brazil Games Project will feature over 38 studios, including 1m Bits Horde, Alchemy Games, Árvore Experiências Imersivas Ltda, Automata, and Bit Cake Studio. These studios will engage in discussions about business opportunities and potential partnerships. Furthermore, Patricia Sato, Executive Manager of Brazil Games Project, and Rodrigo Terra, President of ABRAGAMES, will host a panel discussion titled “Soft Power Is Real Power: Reframing Brazil’s Global Narrative Through Games” on March 11, from 1:50 PM to 2:10 PM at the International Stage (Festival Hall), exploring how games are shaping Brazil’s international image.

Brazil will also have its own booth on the Expo Floor (Booth #1741), open from March 11–13, between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with an early closure at 3:00 PM on Friday. Attendees can use the booth as a hub for strategic meetings, portfolio showcases, and networking opportunities with international partners; meetings can be scheduled in advance using Meettomatch. On March 11, at 4:00 PM, Creativesp will host a networking event called “São Paulo Invites You,” designed to connect Brazilian companies with global partners in an informal setting. GDC attracts thousands of industry professionals annually, from indie developers to AAA studios and investors. Brazil’s presence at the event is a direct result of ABRAGAMES’ internationalization efforts, reflecting its commitment to making Brazil a significant global player. Click here to learn more about ABRAGAMES.

Strengthening Brazil’s Global Gaming Presence at GDC 2026 through ABRAGAMES and APExBrasil Collaboration

Founded in 2004 by a group of game development companies, ABRAGAMES, the Brazilian Association of Digital Game Developers, is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the national digital gaming industry. Its core mission is to unite, fortify, and promote Brazil’s digital games industry both domestically and internationally by fostering collaboration and creating growth opportunities. Brazil Games is a non-profit project created by ABRAGAMES in partnership with APExBrasil, with the objective of boosting the country’s games sector through training programs and the development of international business opportunities. The Brazilian Agency for Export Promotion (Apexbrasil) supports Brazilian products and services in the global market and attracts foreign investment to key Brazilian industries. Apexbrasil achieves this by organizing trade missions and business meetings, assisting companies with exhibiting at international events, and inviting buyers and influencers to experience Brazil’s production capabilities. Additionally, Apexbrasil collaborates with public and private partners to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to Brazil, focusing on sectors that enhance the competitiveness of Brazilian businesses and the country overall. Brazil’s strong presence at GDC 2026, supported by ABRAGAMES and APExBrasil, underscores the country’s growing influence and ambition in the global gaming industry.

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