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Artyz Inc. (“Artyz”) today announced that, as of May 18, 2026, it has signed an agreement to become the exclusive official partner in Japan for Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026, an international gaming and digital entertainment platform.

Through this partnership, Japanese game companies, IP holders, startups, and indie developers will gain access - via Artyz - to comprehensive support for exhibiting, conducting business meetings, and expanding into local markets. Applications for participating companies are now open.
 

Why Azerbaijan / Market context - The Next Growth Market for Gaming

Across Central Asia, the South Caucasus, Turkey, and the Middle East, demand for video games - particularly mobile gaming - is rapidly expanding. The regional market is projected to reach approximately 2 trillion JPY market by 2031, positioning it as a high-potential growth market.

With strong cultural affinity for Japanese anime and gaming IP, this region presents a strategic first-mover opportunity for Japanese companies seeking expansion into emerging markets.

Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026 is the region’s largest gaming and digital culture festival, attracting participants from approximately 30 countries.

The event is designed as a hybrid platform that combines:

• a business conference for industry professionals (game development, business, and gamification), and
• a large-scale public event featuring eSports, an Indie Market, cosplay, K-pop shows, and more.

Gamesummit is held with the support of the Azerbaijan Ministry of Culture and the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA).
 

Support for Participating Companies

As the exclusive partner, Artyz provides a one-stop solution to address key challenges in international expansion, including communication, business development, operations, and logistics.
 

Event Overview

Event Name: Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026
Dates: September 5–6, 2026
Location: Baku, Azerbaijan
Government Support: Azerbaijan Ministry of Culture; Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA), etc.
 

Pre-Event Support

• Arrangement of business meeting appointments with companies, government bodies, and organizers
• Exhibition planning (booth flow, sales strategy, staffing support)
• Administrative procedures, customs clearance, and logistics support
   

On-site Support

• Interpretation services and on-site meeting assistance
• Introduction to potential local partners, PR support, and buyer outreach
   

Post-Event Support

• Follow-up on business negotiations and contract support
• Ongoing support for building networks with local studios and government agencies (IDDA)
   

Comment from Ayhan Huseynov, Representative of Azerbaijan Gamesummit

We are honored to welcome Japanese companies and creators to Gamesummit 2026. Japan has long been one of the world's leading forces in gaming, entertainment, and creative culture, inspiring audiences across generations and borders.

Through this partnership, we hope to establish a strong bridge between Japan and the rapidly growing markets of Central Asia, the South Caucasus, Turkey, and the Middle East. We believe Gamesummit 2026 will become an important platform for Japanese companies to expand their global presence, discover new audiences, and build long-term business relationships within the region.

We are excited to deepen the professional and cultural ties between Japan and Azerbaijan, and to create new opportunities for collaboration across the global gaming industry.
 

Contact

Artyz – Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026 Secretariat
Email：ags2026@artyz.co.jp（Attention：田中 「Tanaka」）
For media inquiries, please include 「アゼルバイジャン Gamesummit 2026 日本独占パートナー 取材希望」(“Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026 Japan Exclusive Partner – Press Inquiry”) in the subject line.
 

About Azerbaijan Gamesummit 2026

The largest game and digital culture festival in South Caucasus and Central Asia is held annually in Baku. It serves as a platform that combines business and entertainment, shaping the future of the industry.

The 2026 edition will further scale up under the theme of a “new era,” with Artyz supporting Japanese companies as the exclusive partner.
 

About Artyz Inc.

Artyz Inc. is a marketing and creative company headquartered in Tokyo, with operations in Singapore, the United States, and other global markets.

The company provides end-to-end support for overseas market expansion and inbound strategies, from planning to execution, enabling cross-border business growth.

Through the planning and management of events and exhibitions, Artyz delivers brand value as a tangible experience, helping companies build strong relationships with audiences and create value on a global scale.