GES2026 (Game eSports Seoul)

Game eSports Seoul (GES2026) is a global game and e-sports festival held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) from September 18 to 20, 2026. Hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Business Agency, it is composed of exhibitions and experiences, indie and large-scale game shows, e-sports competitions (including a PUBG team exhibition match and the Seoul Cup), contests, and networking programs. With about 100 game and e-sports companies and 20,000 visitors taking part, the event shares the latest technology and creative content, with the goal of being enjoyed by diverse generations together, spreading healthy game culture, and vitalizing the industry ecosystem.