At 9 o’clock, visitor registration for the festival begins.
Welcome remarks from the City of Trebinje and organizers, followed by an inspiring keynote: The Mediterranean as a Creative Hub.
A high-level discussion on the trends shaping gaming in the region: from market expansion and cross-border collaboration to investment opportunities. Leaders will outline how the Mediterranean can position itself as a rising force in the global gaming economy.
Meet. Connect. Create.
Discover how the innovative Phigital Project successfully bridges the gap between physical and digital gaming experiences. This session showcases real-world examples of how augmented reality, location-based gaming, and digital storytelling can transform traditional spaces into interactive gaming environments.
This panel explores how gaming can intersect with local culture, food, and heritage. Experts will discuss how digital storytelling, gamification, and creative content can help valorize Trebinje’s tourism offer and popularize cultural-historical locations across the Mediterranean
Meet. Connect. Create.
Highlighting female voices in game development, esports, and creative industries, this panel sheds light on representation, role models, and opportunities. Participants will discuss pathways for women to thrive in gaming — as players, creators, and leaders.
A spotlight on how gaming connects with film, music, and design in building the Mediterranean’s creative economy.
An exclusive networking evening featuring local gastronomy, music, and first-look showcases.
An inspiring keynote highlighting how esports can fuel economic development, foster innovation, and position the region as a rising player in the global digital economy.
A deep dive into the fast-growing esports ecosystem in the Balkans and Mediterranean. Industry leaders and players examine infrastructure, sponsorships, team building, and the potential for the region to become a competitive esports hub.
Meet. Connect. Create.
Gaming is more than entertainment — it creates jobs, new business models, and skills for the future. This panel uncovers how gaming drives innovation, education, and entrepreneurship, and how individuals and companies can “gain by gaming.”
Indie developers share their journeys of turning creative ideas into successful games. Panelists will discuss publishing pathways, funding opportunities, and scaling strategies to bring Mediterranean-made games to the global stage.
Guided tours of cultural and historical heritage sites, complemented by local gastronomy and wine experiences. An opportunity to connect in an informal setting while showcasing Trebinje’s identity.
Play brings the festival’s energy and excitement through esports tournaments, retro games, VR/AR zones, and a unique fusion of traditional Mediterranean games with digital innovation. This section gathers players, fans, and entertainment lovers, creating an unforgettable gaming and social experience.
Create celebrates creativity and innovation in the gaming industry through exhibitions, workshops, presentations, and digital art. This section highlights the work of Mediterranean developers, supports student projects, and showcases cutting-edge technologies such as AR/VR and cloud gaming, bridging art and technology.
Connect brings together industry leaders, investors, and decision-makers from across the Mediterranean region. Through conferences, forums, and business meetings, it fosters new opportunities for collaboration, investment, and the development of the regional gaming market.
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The Mediterranean Gaming Festival Trebinje 2025 brings together the gaming industry, innovation, and digital culture on September 25-26 in Trebinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The festival is structured around three key pillars: CONNECT (business meetings and panels), CREATE (innovation and art), and PLAY (esports and entertainment). Participants from over 15 countries across the Mediterranean and Balkan regions are expected to attend, including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Albania, North Macedonia, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Spain, Cyprus, Malta, Turkey, Lebanon, and the UAE. The event combines conferences, tournaments, workshops, digital art exhibitions, and cultural programs, creating a unique platform for networking and the development of the regional gaming ecosystem.
