Amin Abbas

TOKYO: More than 270,000 people attended this year’s in-person Tokyo Game Show (TGS) from Sep. 26 to 29, according to Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA), which makes the major gaming event a huge success.

Held under the theme “Trailblaze the World with Gaming,” the event hosted a record-high number of 985 companies and organizations from 44 countries and regions.

New game titles made their debut for various platforms, including home-use game consoles, smart devices, PCs, and VR. A wide range of game-related products, services, solutions, and goods were also exhibited, showcasing the ever-growing world of the gaming industry. 

Participants also actively searched for potential business partners, leading to a record-breaking number of 3,669 business negotiations taking place through the TGS Business Matching System.

During the event, a total of 20 official programs were live-streamed on various platforms, including YouTube and X. Programs targeting Chinese viewers were streamed on DouYu, bilibili, and HUYA.

One of the highlights of TGS 2024 is the major increase for the participation of international exhibitors from different countries at the event such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and more. Three Emirati exhibitors (Abu Dhabi Gaming, Red Dunes Games and Dark Emerald Studios) showcased their games and engaged with the visitors at the event.

Qiddiya Gaming debuted its vision of the world’s first in-real-life gaming city. The 1,000sqm booth at Makuhari Messe offered attendees a first look at the Cyberpunk-themed UBAR, part of Qiddiya’s Gaming and Esports District in Saudi Arabia.

Additionally, the virtual venue, TOKYO GAME SHOW Digital World 2024, welcomed many gaming enthusiasts. It will resume until Oct. 6. 

The 2025 edition will be held from Sept. 25 to 28, 2025.