It’s almost time for another INDIE Live Expo, as one of the largest indie game showcases kicks off its first event of 2026. It might be a massive event in Asia, but it features developers from around the world, and there’s bound to be titles that grab your attention.
Over the years, more than 3,100 games have been introduced to the masses, and the total is about to get even higher after this year’s first showcase. Expect breaking new announcements and updates on hundreds of upcoming titles!
If you’re an indie gamer, this is the place to be, as Insider Gaming has all of the information you could possibly need for the upcoming INDIE Live Expo.
When Is INDIE Live Expo? Date & Times, Explained
The next INDIE Live Expo will take place on April 25, 2026, with the livestream kicking off at 2 AM PT.
It is a Japanese event, after all, so for those of you on the West Coast, you’ll have a late night ahead of you if you want to keep up to date with all things indie.
However, depending on where you are in the world, the start times might be a lot more forgiving. Check them all out in the handy time zone table below:
| Region / Time Zone | INDIE Live Expo Dates & Times |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 2:00 AM—April 25 |
| Central Time (CT) | 4:00 AM—April 25 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 5:00 AM—April 25 |
| Brasilia Time (BRT) | 6:00 AM—April 25 |
| British Summer Time (BST) | 10:00 AM—April 25 |
| Central European Summer Time (CEST) | 11:00 AM—April 25 |
| China Standard Time (CST) | 5:00 PM—April 25 |
| Korean Standard Time (KST) | 5:00 PM—April 25 |
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | 6:00 PM—April 25 |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | 7:00 PM—April 25 |
| New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) | 9:00 PM—April 25 |
How To Watch INDIE Live Expo 2026
The primary way to watch the upcoming INDIE Live Expo is by watching it live on YouTube, as that’s the primary streaming site used by the showcase.
Some streams can be found on other platforms like Twitch or TikTok, but this one appears to be exclusive to YouTube—at least according to their site. If you’re interested in catching the event live, you can find a direct link to the scheduled YouTube stream here.
What To Expect From INDIE Live Expo 2026
It’s been confirmed that over 200 games will be featured during the first INDIE Live Expo of 2026, making it the largest showcase in the event’s history.
A roster that large might make you think that the showcase will go on forever, but over 160 of the games will be revealed in short 15-second bursts. This should hopefully keep the event moving, whilst giving you a taste of a whole variety of indie games in development.
Over 40 of the titles will get a more premium spotlight, featuring extended trailers and updates exclusive to INDIE Live Expo. Some titles known to be at the showcase include:
- .45 Parabellum Bloodhound
- moorestech
- No Mortal Space
- The Second Reality Room: Unspoken Truths
- Magical Princss
- SHIKA-Q
- WELL DWELLER
- Pain Pain Go Away!
- Yunyun Syndrome!? Rhythm Psychosis
Over 1,100 submissions were received for this year’s first INDIE Live Expo, emphasising the vast amount of indie projects currently in development. It’s seemingly never been better to be an indie game fan, and hopefully you’ll find even more to be excited by during the showcase!
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