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Friendly reminder that "I didn't know about it" is no longer a valid excuse.

Indie Game Fest is Friday. In Cologne. With 50+ indie games. We would love to see you.

→ https://t.co/j8OGFAWWX3

#IndieGameFest #indiegames 🕹️

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The Indie Game Fest 2026 programme is here.

📅 Fri 08/05 → Exhibition from 13:00 · Networking Evening 20:00 @ SAE Campus Sat

📅09/05 → Full day · Diversity Meetup 15:00 · Aftershow Party 20:30 @ Wasserturm Hotel, Cologne.

Get your ticket→ https://t.co/jJQTQpnhY2

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Every year at IGF, one game completely steals the show.

We've seen the 2026 exhibitor list. We genuinely don't know which one it'll be this time.

Which project has your attention? 👇
https://t.co/eX1sRP05P3

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Some festivals are about commerce.

Indie Game Fest is about the community we love🎮

A space where developers share their ideas, visitors discover real creativity and this year, we're also raising donations for two great causes.

Cologne. May 8–9. → https://t.co/jJQTQpnhY2

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50+ indie games. Cologne. May 8–9. 🎮

Portfolio reviews. Industry sessions. Teams from Africa joining for the first time. Plus an Aftershow Party.

Indie Game Fest 2026 is stacked.
Save your ticket and enjoy two unique days with us
→ https://t.co/jJQTQpnhY2

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🐣 Our Easter Sale is live!

Get 20% off for Indie Game Fest 2026 (May 8+9) with the code EASTERPIXEL20.

🎮 Indie Games
🎤 Talks
🎨 Artist Alley
🧠 Experts on site

Get your ticket:
https://t.co/hphaewc8GA

#IndieGameFest #IndieGames #GameDev

[Stefan Schmidt @aero_schmidt]

𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲

This Sunday it’s time again for the Indie Developer Stammtisch (INDIE Hub Meetup)! Join us for a relaxed evening of networking, meeting fellow devs, and chatting about games, development, and everything in between.

All details & registration: https://t.co/RsQTZz4Nmu

See you there!

[Stefan Schmidt @aero_schmidt]

Indie Hub and the @goetheinstitut 𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚 are joining forces for a new international initiative within the framework of 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

The objective of this collaboration is to strengthen connections between the African and European games communities, increase the visibility of creative talent, and establish sustainable exchange formats between developers from both regions.

The initiative stands for collaborative work on equal footing, meaningful cultural exchange, and a forward-looking games economy where innovation is not limited by geographic boundaries.

We look forward to shaping this journey together.

[Stefan Schmidt @aero_schmidt]

We’re happy about this step because it’s more than a tooling change — it’s a partnership between two companies from North Rhine-Westphalia. INDIE HUB and vivenu (based in Düsseldorf, NRW) are joining forces to keep value creation in the region, strengthen the local ecosystem, and support the creative industries in NRW and beyond.

With @vivenuhq , we’re working with a modern ticketing platform built to give organizers more control over their ticketing setup — including brand and processes — so we can keep improving how we run and scale our events.

We’re looking forward to this next chapter — and to continuing to grow the indie and creative scene together!

More Informations: https://t.co/k7XXAbxtj8

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Our new IndieHub website is live → https://t.co/FOtz1V6cmI

Huge thanks to our amazing team for making this happen. The site will grow with us and showcase how diverse our community is.

Check it out, explore upcoming events & tickets, and let us know if you spot any bugs 💜

[Stefan Schmidt @aero_schmidt]

The Indie Developer Stammtisch is back!

We’re starting again with both Cologne (in-person) and Online meetups. Come by to meet fellow indie devs, chat about projects, get feedback, and just have a relaxed hangout.

Cologne (in-person) — 17:00

As always, we’ll meet at Wohngemeinschaft (Köln).
Dates: 22.02 • 26.04 • 28.06 • 23.08 • 18.10 • 27.12

Online — 19:00 (here in discord)
Dates: 25.03 • 27.05 • 22.07 • 23.09 • 25.11

Tickets / links: We’re currently working on a new website + ticket shop, so the links will be posted a bit later. We’ll share everything here as soon as it’s live.

See you soon!

[Stefan Schmidt @aero_schmidt]

Dear INDIE Hub Family, wild creatives, dreamers, pixel warriors & coffee-fueled chaos agents,
2025 was a ride.

Some prototypes died beautifully, others suddenly grew legs and started sprinting across the show floor at Gamescom.

We laughed, cried, gave feedback until 3 a.m., drank questionable amounts of energy drinks and coffee… and somehow, together, we moved mountains.
Now the door to 2026 is standing wide open — and it looks pretty damn exciting.
Our wishes for you (and all of us) in the new year:

- May your craziest ideas finally get the space they deserve,
- May your playtests one day produce “holy shit, this feels good” instead of “…uh… interesting”,
- May that one email with the subject “Funding confirmed” actually land in your inbox,
- And may we keep lifting each other up, giving brutally honest feedback, and celebrating like mad when things finally click,

- Thank you for being here.,
- Thank you for making things.,
- Thank you for pouring so much heart, madness, and stubborn passion into this beautiful, messy thing we call indie game development.,

Let’s make 2026 louder, weirder, brighter, and just a tiny bit more unhinged — together.

The @INDIEHubNetwork will stay your home for all of it: the regular meetups, campus sessions, late-night feedback marathons, Indie Game Fest energy, and those glorious “please tell me if this is complete trash” panic moments.

Here’s to a new year full of brave moves, killer games, and people who believe in your vision — just like we do.
Happy New Year, you absolute legends!

May 2026 carry your games out into the world… and bring us all a little closer together.

Stay wild. Stay real. Stay INDIE.
Your INDIE Hub Team

[Stefan Schmidt @aero_schmidt]

INDIE Hub 2025: A Year Full of Spotlight, Community, and New Paths
The year 2025 was a year of highlights for INDIE Hub, giving indie developers a variety of platforms to shine.

A Pitch-Powered Start to the Year
In February, we kicked things off with the Pitch @ gamescom LAN. This format allowed indies to present their projects not just to industry representatives and the press, but also to the public, all while practicing their pitches in a relaxed setting. It was the perfect way to gain experience and receive valuable feedback.

Actively Shaping Diversity: Girls’ Day Stream
On Girls’ Day, we organized a dedicated livestream to raise awareness of the many career paths the gaming industry offers for women. The stream focused on visibility, role models, and concrete job opportunities beyond development alone, highlighting how broad and diverse the industry truly is. By actively contributing to conversations around inclusion and representation, we used this day to encourage young women to see games as a space where they belong and can shape the future.

The Big July Festival Weekend
In July, we turned Cologne into an indie paradise: The Indie Game Fest offered a stage free of triple-A distractions, where newcomers and seasoned indies alike could showcase their games. With events like the Pitch & BBQ, the networking brunch, and the aftershow party, we emphasized that the indie community stands strong together, even in challenging times.

INDIE Campus and Media Meets Games: Sharing Knowledge and Building Bridges
Our INDIE Campus, whether online or on-site, was our passion project to introduce newcomers to the business side of the industry. At the end of the year, the Media Meets Games Conference brought together the worlds of games, TV, and film to create synergies and explore new horizons together.

INDIE House and International Connections
The INDIE House provided developers with a home during gamescom, fostering a sense of community and stronger networking. Our collaboration with Canada, such as the INDIE Reveal, opened up new international opportunities. The Industry Tour during gamescom further highlighted the value of connecting different media sectors.

A Strong Community at the Core
Our Indie Developer Stammtisch on Discord is the beating heart of INDIE Hub. With over 500 new members this year, we’re approaching the 2,000-member milestone, showcasing how vibrant and connected the scene has become. It’s a place where the community thrives and celebrates each milestone together.

Looking Ahead to 2026: Moving Forward Together
In the coming year, we will continue to offer diverse opportunities for indie developers, from Ask Our Expert sessions to new formats.
To sustain the INDIE Hub, we’ll be introducing community-supported funding through platforms like Patreon. We believe that by staying anchored in community spirit, creativity, and resilience, we’ll continue to be a trusted hub for the indie scene in 2026 and beyond

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Do you remember when you joined X? I do! #MyXAnniversary @Indie_GameFest #indiegames

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It is almost time ⏰

Last minute tickets are available for only 20 EUR (one day) or 30 EUR (weekend), grab yours now! https://t.co/Bhbdcwfirg

#gamedev #indiedev

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🎮 Ich bin beim Indie Game Fest 2025 in Köln dabei – als Creatorin & live vor Ort! 😍

📍 11.–12. Juli | Wasserturmhotel Köln
📺 Stream: Freitag, 16:30–19:30 – direkt vom Event!

Wen treffe ich dort? 💐
@INDIEHubNetwork
#IndieGameFest #indiegames
(Werbung)

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Noch mehr Infos gewünscht?

Nicht vergessen: Eintritt ist kostenlos 💸

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Wochenende schon durchgeplant? 🤔📝
Dabei nicht vergessen:

⌚ 31. Mai, 12:00–19:00
📍 Feierabendhaus der BASF, #Ludwigshafen

Gaming Connect, der etwas andere #CareerDay, organisiert von @BASF und der lokalen #GamesIndustry!

Noch nicht überzeugt? Dann lies weiter 🧵

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Leo Rothkopf-Hütten • @INDIEHubNetwork 😉