5 takeaways from Lagos Games Week 2026: Packed halls, stronger panels and embracing AI as a tool
Summary
Lagos Games Week 2026 highlighted a stronger and more energetic Nigerian games scene, with packed halls, better panels, and more active networking. The event showed that African studios are shifting from chasing a single breakout hit to shipping more finished titles. AI became a major discussion point, with speakers framing it as a tool that can amplify creativity rather than replace it. The show also reflected a more connected ecosystem, with more established studios, new developer tools, and broader support roles across sound, community, and production.
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Mobile Game Development
Game Publishing
SaaS
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Maliyo Games
$1M to $5M