Universal Orlando Resort
July 24 - 25, 2026
July 24 - 25, 2026
Gaming Community Expo hosts its first creator networking opportunity program in partnership with MeetToMatch, a curated B2B meeting platform.
ORLANDO, FL — June 18th, 2026 — Gaming Community Expo (GCX) today announced a series of business programming initiatives that position the event as a must-attend destination on the global gaming industry calendar. Taking place July 24-25, GCX 2026 will host an exclusive industry mixer, a dedicated VIP industry lounge, and a networking system using MeetToMatch – the premier B2B meeting platform trusted by gaming events worldwide. All Industry badge holders can also request access to the GCX After Party, featuring “reserved select areas within Universal Studios Florida – all night long unlimited access to select attractions, entertainment, and experiences.”
GCX Industry Networking powered by MeetToMatch will give vetted content creators and streamers the opportunity to sit across the table from the advertisers, gaming brands, publishers, and agencies looking to work with them, in structured one-on-one meetings curated for relevance and mutual benefit. Rather than the informal, luck-dependent brand encounters that typically define convention networking, GCX’s partnership with MeetToMatch brings a professional-grade deal-making infrastructure to the creator economy for the first time in a convention setting.
The full suite of business programming at GCX 2026 includes:
GCX is partnering with three of the gaming industry’s most respected professional organizations to amplify the business opportunities on offer: the IGDA (International Game Developers Association), the IGB (Indie Game Business®), and the GIG (Games Industry Gathering). Together, these partnerships ensure that the right people across development, publishing, and the creator economy know that GCX is where meaningful connections happen in July 2026.
Blomberg’s decision to join GCX was driven by something he hadn’t felt in a while: genuine excitement. In his own words, written publicly upon announcing his involvement:
“GCX has been a hidden gem of an event, bringing the world’s biggest creators together for over a decade. Now we’re opening this up for business opportunities, which makes this such a unique and valuable event for everyone in the games industry to attend. Plus we all get to party together inside a theme park, what’s not to love?”
– Guy ‘Yug’ Blomberg, Head of Business Development, GCX
Approved industry professionals and creators will receive exclusive invitations and access to all three programming tracks. Space is limited and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Industry Badge Registration: gcxevent.com/industryapp2026
Creator Pass Registration: gcxevent.com/creatorpass26
GCX Gaming Community Expo is the only vacation-focused gaming event in the world – a destination where gaming, community, and unforgettable experiences converge at Universal Orlando Resort in 2026. Born from a grassroots meetup for Destiny fans, GCX has grown into a multi-day celebration of gaming culture in its fullest form: tabletop gaming, esports tournaments, creator meetups, cosplay, exclusive reveals, interactive exhibits, and a genuine sense of community that sets it apart from every other event in the space.
GCX 2026 takes place July 24–25, 2026 at Universal Orlando Resort, with show hours of 10AM–5PM ET on both days. The event culminates in an exclusive afterparty at Universal Studios Florida on the evening of July 25. Tickets are on sale now. Premium Pass holders receive exclusive access to the after-hours event. When the park closes to the public, the night is yours to enjoy giving you a rare chance to experience your favorite rides and attractions in a completely different way. For full details, tickets, exhibitor applications, creator and industry badges, and sponsorship inquiries, visit gcxevent.com.
MeetToMatch is a premium event experience platform with ten years of experience facilitating high-value business meetings at the world’s leading gaming and entertainment events. Operating across global destinations including Shanghai, Tokyo, Cologne, Las Vegas, and San Francisco, MeetToMatch combines smart matching technology with hands-on event expertise to ensure every delegate walks away with meetings that matter. Its curated one-on-one scheduling model has been trusted by events including Develop:Brighton, PG Connects, DevGAMM, and Busan Indie Connect. GCX 2026 marks MeetToMatch’s first Creator Edition — a milestone in bringing structured B2B deal-making to the gaming creator economy. meettomatch.com
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