Signature Moments
Indie Discovery
Independent teams gained visibility, met new audiences, and turned showcase moments into long-term growth opportunities.
History
GIST Timeline (2016 – 2025)
2016 – Beginning
With the motto “Game Bridge”, GIST opened its doors for the first time at ICC Istanbul Congress Center.
2018 – Growth
By expanding the expo area, GIST became the main hub for international publishers and world’s leading brands (such as Sony, Ubisoft, Blizzard)...
2020 – Digital Transformation
During the pandemic, GIST became Turkiye’s first digital gaming event experience.
2022 – Back to Physical
GIST brought open-air and indoor experiences together at Yenikapı Dr. Architect Kadir Topbaş Performance and Art Center.
2024-2025 – Global Summit
With its Indie Area and B2B conference, GIST became one of the most populated events of Europe.
2026
Since 2016, the largest gaming and esports bridge in Eurasia, bringing the gaming world together in Istanbul.
Signature Moments
Cosplay Culture
Cosplayers, creators, and fans brought the event floor to life with stage moments, meetups, and high-energy community participation.
Signature Moments
B2B Connections
Publishers, developers, brands, and partners came together to turn GIST into a serious meeting point for business and collaboration.
Past Numbers
GIST in Numbers
Total Visitors
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Participating Brands
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Local and Global Brands
Independent Developers
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+ Indie Studios
Media Reach
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million+ engagement