The LEVEL UP KL 2026 exhibition opens on 15 October in Kuala Lumpur. It is part of a three-day event, 14–16 October, at the Connexion Conference & Event Centre (CCEC).
Booths sit beside keynotes, business matching and the SEA Game Awards. This guide shows who is confirmed, which games to find and how US visitors can plan the trip.
What Is the LEVEL UP KL 2026 Exhibition?
LEVEL UP KL is Southeast Asia’s premier game developers conference. This is the 12th edition. The Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) organises it, with BES Production as partner and MATRADE as endorser.
The programme has six parts: the industry conference, business connection programme, exhibition, Pitch Day, SEA Game Awards and masterclass workshops.
Here is the schedule for the exhibition floor:
- 14 October: Pitch Day
- 15 October: Expo opens, and the SEA Game Awards Show runs
- 16 October: Expo, final day
The event runs Wednesday to Friday. It is not a weekend event.
Event listing sites OTABASE and MeetToMatch carry the basics. OTABASE reports 2,000+ attendees, 30+ exhibitors and 50+ speakers, citing the official site.
Is this the same as HighLevel’s LevelUp? No. HighLevel’s LevelUp is a marketing event in Dallas on 26–29 October.
LEVEL UP KL 2026 Exhibition Companies & Booths
At the time of writing, the official site does not publish a named exhibitor list for 2026. Check back, since it tends to grow close to the event.
Last year’s sponsors give a sense of the scale: Epic Games, Larian Studios, Double Eleven and Virtuos. Treat that as context only. It is not a 2026 booth list.
Expect three kinds of booths:
- Game studios showing playable builds.
- Service providers for art, outsourcing and QA.
- Showcase booths for award-listed games. The awards page lists a 1-metre showcase booth at the Expo as a benefit.
Malaysian exhibitors also get help with costs. MATRADE’s Market Development Grant (MDG) covers up to RM 5,000 per eligible company, per OTABASE. Claims are due within 30 days after the event.
Tip: Book your B2B meetings first. Then walk the floor between sessions.
Games to Discover at the LEVEL UP KL 2026 Exhibition
The SEA Game Awards is now in its 9th year, running since 2017. Winners are announced on 15 October. The awards page lists dozens of games from across the region.
Here are eight to look up:
| Game | Studio |
| Ondeh Ondeh Kaya’s Tasty Tale | Metronomik |
| Spook-A-Boo | Wala Interactive |
| Kooeh: A Timeless Delight | Twilight Foundry |
| Deadly Rehearsal | Kaigan Games Entertainment |
| HOMURA HIME | PLAYISM |
| Realm of Ink | LEAP Studio |
| Rogue Skies | Mythtales Interactive |
| TCG Card Shop Simulator | OPNeon Games |
Student teams appear too, including Asia Pacific University, Telkom University and the University of Wollongong.
Want to try them before you fly? The event runs a Steam showcase for the awards.
For US publishers and investors, this is a scouting list. Sensor Tower reports that global mobile game revenue hit $82.3 billion in 2025. Southeast Asia is part of that picture.
How to Visit the LEVEL UP KL 2026 Exhibition
How much does it cost to enter? OTABASE lists six passes, so pick by goal:
- Expo Pass: free
- Conference Pass: RM 300
- Business Pass: RM 1,250
- Academic Pass: RM 200, for students and lecturers with proof
A 30% launch discount and group buy deals also appear. Prices may change, so confirm on the registration page.
Planning from the US?
- Malaysia is 12 hours ahead of US Eastern Time in October.
- Check visa rules for your passport.
- Job seekers can use the Talent Hub for career advice.
FAQs
What exhibitions are happening in Kuala Lumpur in 2026?
LEVEL UP KL leads for games, on 14–16 October. Listings also show Glasstech Asia (10–12 November) and Data Center Asia Malaysia and Smart Nation Expo (both 17–19 November).
What is LEVEL UP KL?
It is MDEC’s annual game developers conference. It gathers developers, publishers and investors from Southeast Asia and beyond.
Are there any exhibitions happening in Kuala Lumpur this weekend?
This changes weekly, so check current listings. LEVEL UP KL 2026 falls on a Wednesday to Friday, so it is not a weekend event.
What are some upcoming events in Malaysia?
LEVEL UP KL (14–16 October) is next in games. After that, Glasstech Asia and the 17–19 November shows follow in Kuala Lumpur.
Which is the biggest event in Malaysia?
It depends on the field. The organisers call LEVEL UP KL the premier game developers conference in Southeast Asia. No single source ranks every Malaysian event.
Conclusion
The LEVEL UP KL 2026 exhibition mixes studio booths, business matching and a strong awards slate. The exhibitor list is still pending, but the Expo Pass is free and the games above are easy to preview on Steam. Check the official site for new names, then register.
Abroy John is the Founder and Editor of Asia Pop Fests, where he covers
entertainment news and events from across Asia. He focuses on accurate,
up-to-date reporting on the region’s festivals and pop culture.
