Barcelona Festival: Merging Iconic Gaming Legacies with Future Innovations

This announcement brings exciting news for dedicated gamers and industry professionals alike. A prominent game director renowned for his work on cherished role-playing games will be spotlighted at an upcoming festival in Barcelona.

The celebrated creator, who led the development of a classic action-RPG and its sequel—and contributed to notable 16-bit era games like Landstalker and Dragon Quest V—will conduct a panel discussion that promises to resonate with fans of retro and early PlayStation JRPGs. His presence Enhances an already illustrious lineup of speakers.

Other confirmed guests include:

• Marijam Didžgalvytė
• Zoe Nguyen Thanh
• Sithe Ncube
• Bowen Shi

The festival organizers have also updated the list of publishers attending the event. These companies will be exploring new pitches from European indie and AA teams as well as showcasing their latest published titles.

In addition, the event will highlight several interactive experiences. It will feature the inaugural visit of a renowned exhibition celebrating 20 years with a collection of 250 retro cartridges, marking its third international stop following previous events in Tokyo and Los Angeles. Alongside this, new initiatives—Open Screen and Glitch Collection—will offer developers the opportunity to present innovative and experimental interactive projects.

The festival is set to reaffirm Barcelona’s status as a dynamic meeting point for gaming professionals and enthusiasts. With an extensive lineup of industry figures, major publishers, and unique experiences, the three-day event is eagerly anticipated by developers and fans alike, with exclusive insights expected from hundreds of gathered talents.