Artyz Becomes Exclusive Official Partner for Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026

In a groundbreaking announcement, Artyz Co., Ltd., a Japanese company, has secured the title of the first exclusive official partner for the Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026, which will be held on May 18. This prestigious partnership offers Japanese game developers, IP holders, startups, and indie creators comprehensive support through Artyz to participate in this international gaming and digital entertainment platform.

Why Azerbaijan? A Growing Gaming Market

The need for video games, particularly mobile games, is rapidly expanding in Central Asia, the South Caucasus, Turkey, and the Middle East. Predictions indicate that the market in this region is expected to grow to around 2 trillion yen by 2031. Its strong affinity for Japanese anime and gaming IP presents significant opportunities for early entrants. The Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026 promises to be the largest festival showcasing gaming and digital culture in the region, attracting participants from over 30 countries. The event uniquely combines business conferences focusing on game development, business networking, and gamification with large fan events, including eSports, an Indie Market, cosplay, and K-Pop shows, supported by the Azerbaijan Ministry of Culture and the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA).

Support Provided by Artyz

As the exclusive partner for this event, Artyz will address major challenges faced by companies looking to expand internationally—including language barriers, business negotiations, operations, and logistics—through a one-stop service model.

Event Overview

- Event Name: Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026
- Dates: September 5-6, 2026
- Location: Baku, Azerbaijan
- Support Agencies: Azerbaijan Ministry of Culture, IDDA

Pre-Event Support

Artyz will facilitate:

- Obtaining preliminary business meeting appointments with companies, governments, and organizers
- Exhibition design, including booth traffic flow, sales strategies, and staff support
- Assistance with exhibition procedures, customs, and transportation.

On-Site Support

During the event, support will include:

- Arranging interpreters and accompanying business negotiations
- Introducing local partner candidates, public relations efforts, and attracting buyers.

Post-Event Support

Post-event, Artyz will continue to assist with:

- Following up on business discussions and supporting contract agreements
- Building continuous networks with local studios and government agencies like IDDA.

A Quote from Azerbaijan Gamesummit Representative

Aykhan Huseynov, a representative of Azerbaijan Gamesummit, expressed, "We are honored to welcome Japanese companies and creators to Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026. Japan has historically led the world in gaming, entertainment, and creativity, influencing many across generations and borders. Through this partnership, we aim to build a strong bridge between Japan and rapidly growing markets in Central Asia, South Caucasus, Turkey, and the Middle East. Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026 will provide Japanese firms with an important opportunity to enhance their global outreach, discover new customer segments, and foster long-term business relationships in the region. We sincerely look forward to deepening our business and cultural ties between Japan and Azerbaijan, creating fresh opportunities for collaboration in the global gaming industry."

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026, or for media wishing to request an interview, please contact the Artyz Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026 office at:
Email: [email protected] (Contact: Tanaka)

About Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026

This gaming and digital culture festival takes place annually in Baku and is recognized as the largest in Central Asia and the South Caucasus. The 2026 edition is set to scale up under the theme of a "New Era", with Artyz fully supporting Japanese companies as their exclusive partner.

About Artyz Co., Ltd.

Operating from Tokyo and expanding globally with offices in Singapore and the United States, Artyz is a marketing and creative company dedicated to assisting businesses in entering overseas markets. They provide comprehensive support from strategic planning to implementation, promoting growth in cross-border business. Additionally, they create immersive brand experiences through event planning and management, establishing robust relationships between companies and customers while fostering value creation on a global scale.