BitSummit / ビッツサミット
@bitsummit.bsky.social
Kyoto. The gaming convention. Since 2012. Next up: May 21-23, 2027.
I love this crazy medieval village merch space that straight up took over the back corner of @bitsummit.bsky.social’s first floor. We’ve been embraced by the Japanese equivalent of Renfaire. ❤️
This article that breaks down the awards, and the significance of them and the event itself it really well-written and insightful, and I'm glad someone took the time to measure the impact of our awards initiatives at @bitsummit.bsky.social. #BitSummit indiegame.com/en/archives/...
BitSummit PUNCH 2026 Awards: Malaysian Solo-Dev JRPG Artis Impact Takes Grand Prize, Indie Diversity Defines the Show - 인디게임닷컴
Japan’s largest indie game festival closed its 14th edition this weekend with a results sheet that captures something important about where indi...
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The best way to get a BitSummit t-shirt: Fill out the official #BitSummit survey and get yourself the exclusive event shirt that’s only available here in person. #BitSummitPunch
Friendly PSA to all friends heading down to the river gathering: Please keep your conversations to a moderate in volume and dispose of your trash properly, to help ensure we are welcomed back every year. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Scenic River Flowing Through Forest
ALT: Scenic River Flowing Through Forest
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We’ve come full circle, as the very first BitSummit was dedicated to independent pioneer and #gamedev maverick, Kenji Eno. #KenjiEno #BitSummit
Kenji Eno@kenjieno.bsky.social · 3mo ago#BitSummit Punch will feature a special performance of Kenji Eno’s music by violinist Shauno ISOMURA accompanied by pianist Katsutoshi ISHIGAKI. It will be a special moment so hopefully you can all enjoy it. Produced by Mrs. Eno and Lost In Cult. @bitsummit.bsky.social bitsummit.org/%e3%80%8cbit...
feels like a lot of people are going to BitSummit next week for the first time this year (exciting!) so thought I'd share a few tips & tricks as someone who's been going for a while -- other folks please shout out your own advice too! (thread)
Original deadline: Dec 31st, 4:00 pm JST New deadline: Jan 7th, 4:00 pm JST 👉 Apply here: bs-entry-system.com/en/ Please note: applications submitted during the extended period will be accepted at the standard entry fee only. #BitSummit #BitSummitPUNCH 2/2
Bitsummit Entry System
毎年京都で開催している日本最大級のインディーゲームの祭典 です / Japan’s Industry-Leading Independent Game Development Festival in Kyoto
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BitSummit / ビッツサミット@bitsummit.bsky.social · 7mo ago🚨 General Exhibitor Entry Deadline Extended We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused due to a technical issue with our entry system. As a result, the deadline for BitSummit PUNCH general exhibitor entries has been extended as follows: 1/2
🚨 General Exhibitor Entry Deadline Extended We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused due to a technical issue with our entry system. As a result, the deadline for BitSummit PUNCH general exhibitor entries has been extended as follows: 1/2
Bitsummit Entry System
毎年京都で開催している日本最大級のインディーゲームの祭典 です / Japan’s Industry-Leading Independent Game Development Festival in Kyoto
bs-entry-system.com
皆さん、こんにちは！ BitSummitへの応募締切は12月31日（応募料：2,750円）ですので、ぜひお忘れなく。 レイトエントリーは2026年1月16日まで受付（応募料：5,500円）しています。 詳細は bitsummit.org をご覧ください。
Hello everyone! Just want to remind you that the deadline for BitSummit submissions is December 31st (submission fee: ¥2750). Late entries are open until January 16, 2026 (¥5500). Looking forward to seeing your games! For more information visit bitsummit.org.
Get ready for BitSummit PUNCH! 📍 Miyako Messe, Kyoto 📅 22 - 24 May 2026 Our theme this year is "High Impact" 💥 🎮 Exhibitor registration now open: bs-entry-system.com #BitSummit #BitSummitPUNCH #パンチ
Hello friends. If you’ve received this email, it’s because we’re upgrading our backend and this automated email went out. Ultimately you will need to reregister when our upgraded system is in place, but please accept our apologies for the abrupt notification. -The BitSummit Team
IGN Japan’s @nomoredaniels.bsky.social puts forth the best wrap-up of @bitsummit.bsky.social that I’ve read yet. japan-forward.com/gamers-world...
Gamer's World | BitSummit the 13th Brings Magic and Surprises from the Indie Game World | JAPAN Forward
Accessible to locals and hardcore gamers alike, Indie game festival BitSummit boasted more new exhibitors and legendary veterans than ever in 2025.
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Here is the complete run of opening cinematics from #BitSummit's 13-year history thus far, animated by @jan3d.bsky.social and directed by @milkman.bsky.social (but it's mostly Jan).
BitSummit 2013 -- 2025 Cinematic Intro Archive
YouTube video by BitSummit
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A reminder that #BitSummit 14 will take place on May 22~24, 2026. Moving out of the heart of summer to the most beautiful time of year. See you there!
BitSummit 14 2026 Event Date Reveal -- May 22~24, 2026
YouTube video by BitSummit
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Follow our Youtube channel for video recaps of the event, our CG cinematics made annually by @jan3d.bsky.social, and other fun stuff.
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Thank you for joining us in such record numbers this past weekend. We’re still not over it. #BitSummit
BitSummitの週末最初の音楽ゲスト：植松伸夫とconTIKI。植松様、戸塚様、およびXiao様にご協力いただき、今年のステージを共に過ごせたことを心より感謝申し上げます。 『Eyes On Me』の演奏中は、針が落ちる音すら聞こえるほど静まり返っていた。
"Sausage Legend is a 3D physics-based fighting game where over 3 million players have clashed their sausages in battle." bitsummit.org/en/game/saus...
Sausage Legend: Arena | BitSummit
毎年京都で開催している日本最大級のインディーゲームの祭典 です / Japan’s Industry-Leading Independent Game Development Festival in Kyoto
bitsummit.org
BitSummit / ビッツサミット@bitsummit.bsky.social · last yr.#indiedev #gamedev #BitSummit #Kyoto #Japan #SausageLegendArena
#BitSummit クリエイティブディレクターの @milkman.bsky.social と植松伸夫と彼のバンド『conTIKI』。BitSummitでのパフォーマンス前夜。『conTIKI』 は7月19日（土曜日）に京都のミヤコメッセで開催されるイベントに参加します！#植松伸夫 #conTIKI #NobuoUematsu
