Meet Agate at Tokyo Games Show
We are excited to announce that Agate will be making a return to Tokyo Games Show this year! Tokyo Games Show continues to be one of Asia’s foremost gaming conventions, held annually at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan. This year it will take place from September 25 to 28, with the first two days reserved for business professionals and press while the final two welcome the public. The 2025 edition is expected to be the largest yet, offering unmatched opportunities for networking, showcasing new titles, and experiencing the future of gaming. Together with our development partner Red Dunes Games, we will host a booth at Tokyo Game Show 2025. Visitors will have the chance to try three of our upcoming titles: Zozo and The Lost Dreams, a 2D platformer metroidvania about a young boy trapped in dream world; Blades of Mirage, an isometric action RPG set in a Southeast Asian-inspired world; and Port of Jumanah, a retro pixel-style underwater adventure with rogue-lite elements. The booth will provide an opportunity to experience different genres and gameplay styles that reflect the breadth of our current development projects. LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS We are also looking for two volunteers to join us at our booth during TGS 2025. Your role will be simple but exciting: help visitors as they try out our games and collect their feedback through a quick survey. This is a unique opportunity to experience the event from behind the scenes, while meeting game developers, influencers, and gaming enthusiasts from around the world. If you are interested, please submit to this form: s.agate.id/vtgs CONNECT WITH US To schedule a meeting in advance with our representatives, feel free to reach out to us at contact@agate.id.
Meet Agate at Gamescom 2025
Gamescom stands as the world’s largest gaming event and one of the most important international stages for interactive entertainment. Taking place from August 20 to 24, 2025, at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany, Gamescom brings together leading voices from the global gaming ecosystem to explore emerging trends, forge valuable partnerships, and showcase innovation across the industry. This year, Agate is excited to take part once again. The event will bring together a global network of developers, publishers, and industry leaders shaping the future of games. Specifically, from August 20 to 22, you can find us at the Indonesia Pavilion, Hall 3.2, Stand B-020. We’ll be showcasing our latest work, engaging with global partners, and discussing new opportunities across publishing, co-development, and porting solutions. Representing Agate at Gamescom 2025 will be Vincentius Hening, Head of Business Development, Ardita Silvadha, Business Development Manager, and Geoffary Arka, Business Head of Porting Division. Vincentius leads Agate’s strategic growth initiatives, forging partnerships across the global game industry. With a dual role as the Research & Data lead at the Indonesian Game Association, he offers deep insight into the evolving Indonesian game landscape, making him the go-to expert for anyone looking to understand or enter the market. Geoffary oversees Agate’s porting division, ensuring seamless adaptation of games across platforms. With a strong focus on operational excellence and technical scalability, he helps studios bring their games to new devices and audiences without compromising quality. Ardita specializes in platform expansion with a focus on building strategic partnerships that help games reach broader audiences. Connect with Us at Gamescom To schedule a meeting in advance, feel free to reach out to us at contact@agate.id.
Meet Shieny at Territory Gamecraft Initiative Masterclass
Shieny Aprilia, Co-founder and CEO of Agate, will speak at the upcoming Territory Gamecraft Initiative (TGI) Masterclass hosted by The Array. This event is part of The Array’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the creative industries in the Northern Territory. Shieny’s session will draw on over a decade of experience building Agate into one of Southeast Asia’s largest game companies, navigating the rapidly evolving game industry and leading through growth and transformation. In this masterclass, Shieny will share insights on: Building a game studio from scratch Leading through change and staying future-ready Growing with purpose in an emerging market Balancing product, business, and people The global opportunities available to NT game devs today This session offers valuable perspective for game developers, creatives, founders, and anyone aspiring to build their own game studio, especially those navigating from emerging markets. The event will take place at The Array’s Leading Dojo, The Vic mall, Darin CBD on Thursday, August 14th, 2025, at 5:30PM ACST. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.thearray.gg/event-details/tgi-masterclass-shienyaprilia
Meet Agate at Chinajoy 2025
We are excited to announce that Agate will be making a return to Chinajoy this year! Chinajoy remains one of Asia’s largest and most influential digital entertainment expos, held annually in Shanghai, China. Returning on August 1 -5, 2025, at the Shanghai New International Expo Center, this year’s edition is set to gather an even broader international audience of developers, publishers, and other players that support the ecosystem of game industry. It is a prime destination for networking, discovering the latest trends, and unlocking new opportunities in one of the world’s biggest gaming markets. Representing Agate at Chinajoy 2025 will be our Agate’s Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Shieny Aprilia. With over 15 years of experience in the game industry, Shieny’s expertise spans product development, marketing, and operations. Shieny is looking forward to exchanging insights with fellow industry leaders and exploring new opportunities for collaboration in the global gaming landscape. Connect with Us at Chinajoy To schedule a meeting in advance, feel free to reach out to us at contact@agate.id.
Meet Agate at Nordic Game
We’re excited to share that right after Digital Dragons, Agate will also attend Nordic Game 2025! Held in Malmö, Sweden from May 21–23, this event is one of Europe’s leading conferences for the game development community — and we’re looking forward to being part of the experience once again. Our team will be actively attending the conference to connect with developers, publishers, and industry partners from around the world. Nordic Game has always been a fantastic opportunity to explore new trends, attend insightful sessions, and spark meaningful conversations that move the industry forward. Representing Agate at Nordic Game 2025 will be our Business Development Managers, Andreas Jafri and Ardita Silvadha Erlangga. Andreas specializes in full-cycle game development and brings over a decade of experience in building strategic partnerships and guiding projects from concept to completion. Ardita specializes in platform expansion with a focus on building strategic partnerships that help games reach broader audiences. Whether you’re interested in potential collaborations, looking to expand into Southeast Asia, or just want to chat about what’s happening in the industry — we’d love to meet you! To schedule a meeting in advance, feel free to reach out to us at contact@agate.id. See you in Malmö!
Meet Agate at Digital Dragons Krakow
We are excited to announce that Agate will be making a return to Digital Dragons this year! This year’s is more special than the previous ones. Digital Dragons continues to be one of Europe’s premier B2B events for the game development industry, held annually in Kraków, Poland. Returning on May 18 – 20 at the ICE Kraków Congress Centre, this year’s edition promises to attract an even larger global audience of developers, publishers, and investors — making it a key destination for networking, showcasing new games, and gaining insights into the future of the industry. What makes this year especially exciting is that Agate will be exhibiting one of our most anticipated titles, Nightmare Battler Zozo, a 2D platformer metroidvania. Our booth will be located in the Indonesian Showcase at the Indie Zone. Come by and get hands-on with the game! Representing Agate at Digital Dragons 2025 will be our Business Development Managers, Andreas Jafri and Ardita Silvadha. Andreas specializes in full-cycle game development and brings over a decade of experience in building strategic partnerships and guiding projects from concept to completion. Ardita specializes in platform expansion with a focus on building strategic partnerships that help games reach broader audiences. Both will be available at the event. Whether you are curious about Nightmare Battler Zozo, interested in exploring collaborations, or just want to chat about the industry, come say hello! To schedule a meeting in advance, feel free to reach out to us at contact@agate.id.
Meet Agate at Dubai GameExpo Summit
We are excited to announce that Agate will be attending Dubai GameExpo Summit for the very first time this year! Dubai GameExpo Summit 2025 stands out as one of the must-attend games industry events in the Middle East, the fastest growing region in the global games market. Building on the success of its 2024 edition, this year’s summit will return on May 7–8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together an even greater number of industry leaders from around the world. Held alongside the Dubai Esports and Games Festival, the two-day summit will feature over 70 renowned speakers sharing insights across key areas of game development, business growth, and emerging technologies. Representing Agate will be our Business Development Manager from South Korea, Aaliyah Lee. She will also has her own speaking session at the event, so be sure to attend her session and say hi if you meet her! To book a meeting with our representative, please contact us at contact@agate.id. Let’s unlock new possibilities together. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Dubai GameExpo Summit!
Meet Agate at Reboot Develop Blue 2025
We are excited to announce that Agate will be attending this year’s Reboot Develop Blue in Dubrovnik, happening from April 14th to 16th, 2025. Reboot Develop Blue 2025 is Europe’s premier boutique conference for game developers and the games industry. This year’s event will mark an important milestone, celebrating its 10th anniversary and representing the largest edition in its decade-long history. The conference will bring together an even greater number of industry experts from around the world. Representing Agate will be our Business Development Manager, Ardita Silvadha Erlangga, who will help you expand your game’s audience by porting it to players’ favorite platforms. To book a meeting with our representative, please contact us at contact@agate.id. Let’s unlock new possibilities together. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Reboot Develop Blue!
Meet Agate at The Game Developer Conference (GDC) 2025
As we continue making strides on the global gaming stage, we are excited to announce our next global events destination, The Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025. This prestigious event will take place in San Francisco, California, from March 17–21, 2025, at the Moscone Center. Renowned as the world’s premier event for game developers, GDC has been the launchpad for some of the biggest names in gaming, a place where creativity, innovation, and collaboration thrive. Over the past 30 years, GDC has brought thousands of developers together to learn, grow, and connect. This year’s agenda promises to empower attendees with cutting-edge knowledge and skills through awe-inspiring talks, invaluable networking opportunities, and a showcase of the latest technological advancements shaping the industry. Meet Our Representatives Agate’s presence at GDC 2025 will be marked by our Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Shieny Aprilia. With her deep expertise and unwavering passion for the gaming industry, Shieny will seize this opportunity to explore the latest trends and developments, particularly in the North American market. Since Agate’s inception, Shieny has played pivotal roles –– starting as Chief Operating Officer (COO), where she oversaw operations that achieved a 25% organic CAGR and led the company to profitability in 2022. As CEO, she has maintained that profitability for three consecutive years. She envisions Agate as a leading global game developer, collaborating with major studios and influential industry players. She envisions Agate as a leading global game developer, serving major studios and influential industry players. At GDC, Shieny will share her insights and vision, offering a wealth of knowledge drawn from her extensive career, and engaging in thought-provoking discussions with other industry leaders. Joining her will be Agate’s Director of Business Development, Vinecentius Hening W. Ismawan. He will be on-site to help you discover how our creative approach unlocks our business growth. Vincent’s insights will illuminate Agate’s growing impact and the fresh opportunities we’re creating for partnerships and growth worldwide. Connect with Us at GDC! Discover new opportunities with Agate at GDC. Catch our representatives and explore how our expertise could meet your creative aspirations by schedule a meeting in advance at contact@agate.id. Looking forward to connecting with you at GDC 2025!
MEET AGATE AT GAMEDEV SUMMIT (GDS) 2025
Get ready to connect and join insightful session as Agate is heading to GameDev Summit (GDS) 2025 on February 5-7, 2025, at Boracay, Philippines! This global industry event, supported by the Philippines Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), brings together the brightest minds in gaming. Featuring the External Development Summit (XDS) Main Stage and organized in collaboration with the Game Developers Association of the Philippines (GDAP), GDS 2025 promises unparalleled insights, collaborations, and opportunities. Exclusively designed for industry professionals, this B2B summit aims to strengthen the Asia Pacific region’s foothold in the global gaming arena, fostering partnerships and exploring endless possibilities in the dynamic world of game development. Learn from Agate’s Business Development Visionary Vincentius Hening W. Ismawan, Agate’s Head of Business Development, will be representing us at this year’s GameDev Summit. With over 16 years of experience, Vincent has played a pivotal role in establishing Agate as one of the largest game studios in the region. His expertise extends beyond video game development into business strategy, marketing, gamification, and consulting. Connect with him to discover actionable strategies for scaling your business and thriving in the competitive gaming landscape. In addition, Vincent will takes the stage at the event, bringing “Breaking Barriers in Southeast Asian Game Development” topics along with other notable panelists at Mythbusters Panel Series. Catch his session on February 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM at The Lind MainStage to uncover myths about Southeast Asia’s gaming industry. Gain fresh insights into the region’s immense potential as a global hub for innovation, collaboration, and growth. Engage with Us at GDS! Discover new opportunities with Agate at GDS. Whether you’re looking for insights, partnerships, or a creative approach to enhance your projects, our team is ready to help you reach your goals. Reach out to us at contact@agate.id to schedule a meeting.
