Thailand International Game Showcase 2025: A Major Milestone for Thai Gaming

The Thailand International Game Showcase 2025 (TIGS 2025) concluded successfully, attracting nearly 30,000 attendees over two days. Organized by the Department of Cultural Promotion under the Ministry of Culture, the event highlighted Thailand’s growing influence in the global gaming industry.

Key Highlights

• Impressive Attendance: The event drew 29,880 visitors, showcasing the increasing interest in Thai-developed games.
  
• Showcasing Thai Talent: Over 42 Thai game developers presented their projects, including new titles like N.O.X., PongBang, Agent Veil, Shingbringers, and Love Love Mystery Club, as well as internationally recognized games such as Asura Online.
  
• Diverse Activities: The showcase featured various zones:
  
  • Game Developer Zone: Displayed innovative games from Thai developers.
    
  • Board Game Zone: Featured popular Thai board games like Summoner Master.
    
  • Cosplay Zone: Hosted cosplayers from Thailand, Japan, and Hong Kong.
    
  • E-Sports Zone: Offered insights into professional e-sports careers.
    
  • University Gamer Zone: Showcased creative student projects from Mahidol University’s ICT faculty.
    
• Cultural Integration: The event emphasized the role of games in promoting Thai culture and heritage, aligning with the government’s soft power strategy.
  
• Economic Impact: The showcase generated an estimated 41.2 million baht in economic and publicity value, underscoring the potential of the gaming industry as a creative economic driver.

Final Thought

TIGS 2025 not only highlighted the creativity and innovation of Thai game developers but also reinforced the country’s position as a burgeoning hub for digital content in Southeast Asia. The event demonstrated the power of gaming as a cultural and economic force, paving the way for future growth and international recognition.