# Reykjavik Game Summit

- Dates: 10 September 2026
- Location: Vinnustofa Kjarval, Reykjavik, Iceland
- Address: Austurstræti 10a, 101 Reykjavík
- Organiser: Game Makers Iceland
- Industry: Media & Entertainment

## About

Reykjavík Game Summit is a full-day event dedicated to the local game development community in Iceland. It features talks and insights from local and international speakers and is designed for game designers, narrative designers, developers, and creative leaders. The event aims to facilitate learning, idea sharing, and inspiration among peers.

## Who attends

The event is designed for game designers, narrative designers, developers, and creative leaders who want to learn, share ideas, and find inspiration alongside their peers.

_As described by the organiser._

## Official links

- [Official website](https://www.reykjavikgamesummit.is/)

## Topics

- Entertainment & Media

## Speakers

- Johan Pilestedt, Arrowhead Studios
- Harry Krueger, Game Director, Returnal
- Kim Ström, Penguin Heist
- Lóa Gunnars, Reykjavík University
- Greg Hennessey, Game Design Director, EVE Online
- Binni Erlingsson, Principal, Behold Ventures
- Celia Hodent, Game UX Strategist, Independent
- Eric Holmes
- Fabiana Mascolo, Senior UI/UX Designer, Fenris Creations
- Halldór Snær Kristjánsson, Myrkur Games
- Joon Van Hove, Independent Game Designer

## Where to stay

- **Kvosin Downtown Hotel**: 140 m from the venue, 4 stars, 4 Kirkjutorg, Reykjavík, 101
  - [Hotel website](https://kvosinhotel.is/)
- **Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton**: 160 m from the venue, 2-6 Thorvaldsensstræti, Reykjavík, 101
  - [Hotel website](https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/rekpsqq-iceland-parliament-hotel/)
  - Phone: +354 513 3000
- **Hotel Reykjavík Saga**: 160 m from the venue
  - [Hotel website](https://www.islandshotel.is/hotels-in-iceland/hotel-reykjavik-saga/)
  - Phone: +354 514 5000
- **Hotel Reykjavík Centrum**: 170 m from the venue, 4 stars, 16 Aðalstræti, 101
  - [Hotel website](https://www.islandshotel.is/hotels-in-iceland/hotel-reykjavik-centrum)
  - Phone: +354 514 6000
- **Hótel Borg**: 220 m from the venue, 4 stars, 11 Pósthússtræti, Reykjavík, 101
  - [Hotel website](https://www.keahotels.is/en/hotels/hotel-borg/)
  - Phone: +354 551 1440
- **CityCenter Hotel**: 220 m from the venue, Reykjavík
- **Apótek Hótel**: 230 m from the venue, 4 stars, 16 Austurstræti, Reykjavík, 101
  - [Hotel website](https://www.keahotels.is/apotek-hotel)
  - Phone: +354 460 2050
- **Castle House Luxury Apartments**: 260 m from the venue
  - [Hotel website](https://4.is/)

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