LEVEL UP KL 2025, Southeast Asia’s premier digital games developers’ conference, took place in Bangsar South from 6–8 October. Organised by Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation, an agency under the Ministry of Digital, the event saw a record turnout of over 2,500 participants from more than 20 countries.
Returning for its 11th edition, LEVEL UP KL brought together developers, publishers,
investors, and tech leaders, with the goal of connecting regional talent to global markets. The three-day event featured a dynamic programme designed to foster industry growth and cross-border collaboration.
- 70 global exhibitors showcased over 40 cutting-edge games from Southeast Asia’s top talent
- The event’s Business Connection Programme facilitated over 350 targeted B2B meetings
- Pitch Day connected indie developers with global publishers and investors
- The highly anticipated SEA Game Awards celebrated excellence in game design, storytelling, and innovation, with the Grand Jury Award going to Indonesia’s Gamecom Team for Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream
The success of LEVEL UP KL highlights Southeast Asia’s creative talent, and reflects a thriving ecosystem, where innovation thrives, creativity flourishes, and regional identity leads with confidence on the world stage. For more information, visit www.levelupkl.com.
