The Southeast Asian gaming scene just hit a major milestone. The first-ever joint edition of gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025 drew an impressive 206,159 visitors over four thrilling days in Bangkok — setting a new attendance record and positioning Thailand firmly on the global gaming map.
Held from 16 to 19 October 2025, the mega-event brought together gamers, developers, publishers, and industry heavyweights under the theme “World of Gaming.”
🎮 A New Era for Gaming in Southeast Asia
The show was a spectacular convergence of two powerhouses: gamescom asia and Thailand Game Show. It featured 294 exhibitors, 5,590 business professionals from 81 countries, and more than 200 indie titles, making it Southeast Asia’s largest gaming festival to date.
Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas summed it up best during the opening ceremony:
“Gaming is no longer just entertainment — it’s a key driver of the global creative economy.”
Government support was a recurring theme throughout the event, with Thailand aiming to position itself as a global hub for digital and gaming innovation.
🌟 Star Power & AAA Premieres
Gamers flocked to the entertainment area for a taste of upcoming blockbusters. Fans got hands-on previews of major titles, including:
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
- Ninja Gaiden 4
- Resident Evil Requiem
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword
- Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
Capcom even brought veteran producer Ryozo Tsujimoto on stage to introduce Monster Hunter’s next chapter — an electrifying moment for RPG fans.
Meanwhile, the Indie Wavemakers Awards shone a spotlight on rising talent.
🏆 Winners included:
- Wave Rider Award: Duo Quest by 1+1 Studios
- Secret Level Award: BLACKOUT – Zero Point by SILOEGI Operation
- Final Form Award: On Any Journey by Funbrew Games
🕹️ Gear, Cosplay & Esports Extravaganza
Gaming giants like Nintendo, PlayStation, Razer, AMD, Intel, and Xbox lit up the show floor with their latest hardware and accessories.
Cosplayers stole the spotlight too, competing for over THB 300,000 in prizes. The Best Team award went to “AMAZING CAKRA” for their stunning Granblue Fantasy duo performance.
Esports fans were treated to the Zone Zean Game challenge, where players faced off against Street Fighter legend Ho Kun Xian — proving that Thailand’s competitive scene is as fierce as ever.
🧠 Ideas, Innovation & Industry
The business area pulsed with activity as 71 speakers from 20 countries took the stage. Headliner Glen Schofield — known for Dead Space and Call of Duty — delivered a powerful keynote on creativity and resilience in game design.
The pitch competition spotlighted fresh talent, with:
- Best Visual: Dew by MVRX Games (Sweden)
- Best Game Design: Of Blood and Descend by Kotakoren Games (Malaysia)
- Most Anticipated Game: Dimraeth by Mudtek (USA)
🏅 Game of the Year: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
At the Thailand Game Awards, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 dominated, sweeping multiple categories including Game of the Year, Best RPG, and Best PC/Console Game.
Other big winners included:
- Best Action Game: Monster Hunter Wilds
- Best Multiplayer Game: Elden Ring: Nightreign
- Best Anticipated Game: Resident Evil Requiem
🌏 Why This Matters
The numbers speak volumes:
- 206,159 attendees from 95 countries
- 1.22 billion THB in economic impact
- 8 million hits on the event’s Steam Festival
For Southeast Asia’s gaming ecosystem, this isn’t just another convention — it’s a statement. Thailand is rapidly becoming a serious global player in both consumer and developer communities.
📅 Mark Your Calendars
The next gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2026 returns to Bangkok from 29 October to 1 November 2026. If 2025 was any indication, expect an even bigger show next year.
Follow GameTrader.SG for more updates on the biggest gaming events and the latest releases shaping Asia’s vibrant gaming landscape. 🕹️✨
