Media & Entertainment
Reykjavik Game Summit
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.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 10 September 2026
- Address
- Austurstræti 10a, 101 Reykjavík
- Organiser
- Game Makers Iceland
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
Who attends
The audience
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
Agenda themes
Topics covered
- Entertainment & Media
On stage
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
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
Kvosin Downtown Hotel ★★★★
4 Kirkjutorg, Reykjavík, 101
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
2-6 Thorvaldsensstræti, Reykjavík, 101
Hotel Reykjavík Saga
Hotel Reykjavík Centrum ★★★★
16 Aðalstræti, 101
Hótel Borg ★★★★
11 Pósthússtræti, Reykjavík, 101
CityCenter Hotel
Reykjavík
Apótek Hótel ★★★★
16 Austurstræti, Reykjavík, 101
Castle House Luxury Apartments
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