adminThe Game Republic Investment Summit will take place during MCM Comic Con at ExCeL London on October 23, 2026. Its programme brings together five talks on funding, game development, sustainable studio growth and the long-term value of original intellectual property. For attendees, checking the schedule and room locations ahead of time can make it easier to plan around the sessions they want to attend.
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Game Republic Investment Summit: date and venue
The summit is scheduled for 12:30pm to 5:30pm in Capital Suite Room 1 at ExCeL London. The programme includes discussions with game developers, funding professionals and representatives from UK screen and games organisations.
Because several sessions run back-to-back, attendees may wish to arrive before the first talk and check the venue information in advance. The event also includes separate meeting and networking activities later in the day.
Talks and panel schedule
- 1:00pm–1:45pm: Chris Dring of The Game Business will speak with id Software co-founder and programmer John Romero and BAFTA-winning designer Brenda Romero.
- 2:00pm–2:30pm: Nicholas Lovell of Split Milk Studios will present “Find Your Goblins: How to use community and Kickstart to survive and thrive.” The session addresses funding challenges and building a sustainable business.
- 2:35pm–2:50pm: Chris Filip, Anna Mansi and Jordan Allwood from BFI will share updates on the UK Global Screen Fund, Video Game Release Funding and the BFI cultural test for tax relief through VGEC.
- 3:00pm–3:30pm: Helen Johnson of UKIE will host a fireside chat with Singer Studios founder and CEO Eloise Singer. The discussion will cover raising capital, retaining ownership and developing long-term franchise value.
- 4:00pm–4:45pm: Jon Hicks, editorial director of the publication hosting the panel, will lead an investment discussion with Lirui Ding of Transcend Fund, Nick Cavander of Creative UK, Ash Habib of Steel City Interactive and Cassia Curran of Curran Games Agency.
The sessions cover different parts of the business journey, from securing initial funding to protecting creative ownership and growing a studio sustainably. Attendees can use the schedule to prioritise talks most relevant to their role or current business needs.
Meetings and networking at MCM Comic Con
MeetToMatch meetings are scheduled for October 23 and 24, from 10:00am to 5:30pm in Capital Room 6. A games industry mixer will follow the summit on October 23 at 5:30pm at The Waterfront Restaurant at ExCeL.
Industry passes and registration for the Investment Summit, industry programming and drinks are available through the event organisers. Check the official event information for registration requirements and any updates to timings or room assignments before travelling.
What to know before attending
The summit takes place within the wider MCM Comic Con event, so allow time to navigate ExCeL London and reach Capital Suite Room 1. If you have a MeetToMatch appointment, note that it is in Capital Room 6 rather than the summit room. The mixer is at a separate venue within ExCeL, making it useful to leave a few minutes between the last panel and the evening gathering.
The Game Republic Investment Summit offers a focused afternoon of industry conversations, alongside opportunities for scheduled meetings and informal networking. Confirm your registration and review the latest event details before attending on October 23, 2026.
