PGDA Talent Award 2026 – Apply now!
Applications for the PGDA Talent Award 2026 are now open!
Apply now with your project for the PGDA Talent Award and get a chance to exhibit at the Level Up Gaming Festival and gamescom 2026! Applications are open until April 5th, 2026 – 23:59.
For the submission you will need:
- You need to actively study at a school or university in WS 2025 & SS 2026
- Provide a playable build
- Submit a Pitch Deck
- Provide a Trailer & Screenshots
- Provide a video showing pure gameplay with a maximum duration of five (5) minutes.
- Cover picture (aka pack shot or steam capsule) – vertical 600×900
- Hand in a PR fact sheet
Find the full information regarding the application terms and conditions here.
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