Showcasing Talents at BitSummit PUNCH 2026
From May 22 to 24, 2026, Kyoto will host one of Japan's largest indie gaming showcases,
BitSummit PUNCH. Organized by
Marvelous Inc., this event will feature an impressive array of indie games developed by the latest cohort of the
iGi indie Game incubator. As a silver sponsor, Marvelous is set to have a collaborative booth alongside its group company
XSEED Games.
The spotlight will shine on the current sixth cohort's display while celebrating the successes of the previous groups. Highlights from the fifth cohort include
Labylab's whimsical title
Dr. Mememe Want to Sleep and the award-winning
Studio ZeF's innovative game
No Door Can Not Be Opened with a Non-Black Key. Both titles have garnered attention in previous editions of BitSummit, solidifying their place in the burgeoning indie game landscape.
Event Overview of BitSummit PUNCH
- - Name: BitSummit PUNCH
- - Dates: May 22-24, 2026
- May 22 (Friday): Business Day
- May 23-24 (Saturday-Sunday): General Public
- - Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- - Location: Miyakomesse 1F, Kyoto, Booth: 1F-A26 to A27
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Website:
BitSummit Official Site
Featured Games at the iGi Booth
The iGi booth will feature five selected teams showcasing their creative projects. Here’s a glimpse of what attendees can expect:
1. MY NEW GAMES - Dystopia VS Distortion
In a devastating dystopia where nine out of ten people have perished, a girl finds a guitar. Utilizing the guitar's enchanting melodies, players help restore humanity's lost emotions while engaging in deck-building strategies through an effect board design.
2. Monetes - Replica Club√D
This narrative-driven game places players in the shoes of a rookie manager who begins to experience horrifying nightmares while working for a Hollywood star. The game masterfully blends story exploration with unique TRPG-style systems leading to unexpected visions and confrontations.
3. Menya Spice Tokyo Branch - The Nakano Laboratory
Embark on a mystery adventure aboard the ship
Nakano Laboratory, where players take on the personas of dubious researchers to unveil the truth behind a series of disappearances, collecting evidence along the way.
4. Softoko - Voyage Router
As players traverse randomly generated terrains in this roguelike adventure, they must adapt their routes based on the ever-evolving landscape of space, unveiling multiple goals in each journey.
5. Project Cross the C - Cross the C
In this puzzle game, players find themselves awakening in an unfamiliar snowy environment, guided by a mysterious cat as they navigate through challenging puzzles involving movement mechanics.
Marvelous and XSEED Games Showcase
Additionally, Marvelous and XSEED Games will also present exciting titles, showcasing the creativity that these teams bring to the indie gaming scene. Some featured titles include:
- - Dr. Mememe Want to Sleep
Players will immerse themselves in an adorable adventure where they help the character create calming sheep that can spread joy to the world.
- - No Door Can Not Be Opened with a Non-Black Key
This engaging 2D action puzzle invites players to manipulate language within a textual world, offering a unique gameplay experience that alters the very rules of interaction.
Celebrated for winning the 2023 BitSummit AWARD, this action-packed game allows players to control a guitar seeking revenge against its nemesis, utilizing music and sound in a humorous yet blood-soaked adventure.
In this 3D acrobatic action title, players harness various athletic moves to complete culinary quests as a fisherman under the watchful eye of a strict chef.
- - Moonlight Peaks - Vampire Gothic Life
Experience magical life simulation by creating potions, nurturing mystical crops, and building bonds with fantastical characters, including werewolves and witches.
About iGi Indie Game Incubator
The
iGi Indie Game Incubator is Japan's pioneering program aimed at nurturing budding game creators. Spanning six months, selected participants receive immense support through mentorship in design, development, and presentation leading to a successful game launch. The next cohort, set for March to September 2026, will continue transforming creative visions into functional gaming experiences.
For more details on the program, visit the official website at
iGi Official Site.
Enjoy the latest innovations in indie gaming at BitSummit PUNCH 2026 where imagination meets technology!