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After strong Gamescom Latam showing, Brazil Games is showcasing its South American flair to Cologne
Brazil Games, in partnership with Abragames and ApexBrasil, is heading to Gamescom in Cologne to showcase the country's growing indie game development scene. For the first time, Brazil Games will host a dedicated pavilion in the Indie Area, featuring dozens of Brazilian-developed titles supported by initiatives like the Brazil Games Accelerator, Embratur, and Sebrae-SP.
Brazil Games Heads to gamescom 2026 with Expanded Presence Across Business and Indie Areas
Brazil Games, in partnership with Abragames and ApexBrasil, will have an expanded presence at gamescom 2026, showcasing Brazilian game development talent and business opportunities. The initiative will feature a dedicated pavilion in the Indie Area for emerging studios and a strong B2B presence to connect companies with international publishers and investors. The event aims to highlight Brazil's growing role in the global games industry, featuring original IPs and specialized development services.
How Brazil's government boosts the local game industry
Brazil's government is actively supporting its burgeoning game industry through an infrastructural approach that goes beyond traditional tax credits. Initiatives like the Brazil Games export program, managed by Abragames and funded by Apex Brazil, aim to boost the country's game development sector by framing it as a key export economy. This strategy, combined with existing tax incentives and lobbying for public fund mechanisms, aims to provide financial stability for both indie developers and external development studios, leveraging the favorable exchange rate to attract international investment.
