Press Release

August 2, 2024
Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association【TGS2024】

Official Supporter is Daichi Miura!
Indie Game Official Ambassador is POCKY
for Three Consecutive Years
Official Influencers from Overseasto Help Spread the Word about TGS!

Now Accepting Entries from Guest and General Influencers
Visiting TGS!
Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association (CESA, Chairperson: Haruhiro Tsujimoto) has
announced the official supporter and ambassador for the upcoming TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024
(TGS2024), to be held in-person at Makuhari Messe from Sep. 26 (Thu.) to Sep. 29 (Sun.) They
will join us in increasing momentum leading up to the event.
TGS2024 Official Supporter is Daichi Miura, a singer and dancer known for his love of gaming. Indie
Game Official Ambassador is a content creator POCKY, for three consecutive years. Same as last
year's event, TGS2024 will invite Official Influencers from Overseas (hereinafter Official Influencers) tospread the news about the event globally. This year, TGS has selected Official Influencers from each of
the 12 nations and regions. Additionally, we are now accepting entries from guest and general
influencers to visit the event.
With the help of the Official Supporter and influencers, TGS2024 will create an exciting atmosphereat various scenes from the beginning to the end of the event. Please stay tuned!

Official Supporter Mr. Daichi Miura (singer)＜Comments from Daichi Miura＞
I am truly excited to have been selected as the TGS Official
Supporter. As a huge fan of games, I am deeply honored. Tokyo
Game Show is one of the largest gaming festivals, a special place
where the latest information and development trends are showcasedunder one roof. While I will be attending the event as the OfficialSupporter this year, I am also looking forward to experiencing TGS
as a fellow game enthusiast and sharing the excitement, thrilling
moments, and passion with many people.

＜Video comments＞ *Only in Japanese
https://youtu.be/k4nmxgO2sA4[Biography]
Daichi Miura was born on August 24, 1987, in Okinawa Prefecture. He debuted in 1997 as the main
vocalist of the pop band Folder. In March 2005, he made his solo debut with the single "Keep It Goin'On". His song "Sansan" was chosen as the theme song for the NHK TV morning drama series"Chimudondon" (2022). He performed this song at "NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen," an annual music

festival being popular nationwide, at the end of the same year. Additionally, he released the song
“Shinpakuon,” which has been selected as the official song to cheer on TEAM Japan for the Paris 2024
Olympics. Daichi has been passionate about gaming since childhood. In April 2021, he launched hisown YouTube channel called "Daichi Miura's Game Commentary," which currently has around 100,000
subscribers. For the first time in his career, he serves as the main host of the NHK program "GameGenome," which delves deeply into the world of gaming. In addition to his singing and dancing
performances, he is admired by many fans and creators for his gaming skills.

■Indie Game Official Ambassador is POCKY for Three
Consecutive Years!
POCKY, a content creator, has been appointed as the Official Ambassador for the TGS2024 Indie
Game for three consecutive years. POCKY will be featured in the TGS official program, introducing all
the titles chosen for Selected Indie 80 to be showcased at the event. The program will be streamed onSep. 11 (Wed.) at 6:00 p.m. (JST). In addition, POCKY will select an outstanding indie game from thetitles showcased at the Selected Indie 80 event from the perspective of a creator, and present the"POCKY Award" during the exhibition. Additionally, POCKY will play the award-winning game andupload a commentary video about it on his channel.

Indie Game Official Ambassador POCKY (content creator)<Comments from POCKY>
Hi, it's Pocky! I'm thrilled to be chosen as the TGS Indie Game
Ambassador once again this year! In my third year, I'll work hard to share
the appeal, enjoyment, and excitement of indie games with everyone!
Can't wait to see you all there!
【Biography】
Pocky is a popular Japanese content creator with a YouTube channel
that has over 3.5 million subscribers and more than 3.8 billion total views.
He is well-known for his play-by-play game commentary and his passion
for indie games. POCKY has been the TGS Indie Game Official
Ambassador for three consecutive years. He presents the POCKY Awardannually selected from all the titles showcased at the indie game free
exhibition "Selected Indie 80". He also features play-by-play videocommentaries of these new indie games on his channel, attracting abroader audience and spreading the joy of innovative indie games.

TGS Official Website Unveils Details of All the Titles for Selected Indie 80, a Free
Exhibition within the Indie Game Area
The official program to be streamed on Sep. 11 (Wed.) to introduce all the titles
The Selected Indie 80 is a special project in which indie game developers can exhibit their products
for free within the Indie Game Area at TGS. Out of the 973 entries received from around the world, TGS
has selected 80 titles that are full of unique ideas. Details of all the selected titles are now revealed on
the official website at: https://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/program/indie/indie80/
The program showcasing all the titles of Selected Indie 80 will air on Sep. 11 (Wed.) The show will
be hosted by the TGS Indie Game Official Ambassador, POCKY, and the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of IGN
Japan, Shin Imai. The program will highlight the key points to look out for and provide the judges’
evaluation of each title. Don't miss out on the chance to discover the exciting fun of indie games.
Aired on: Sep. 11 (Wed.) from 6:00 p.m., JST2■TGS has selected “Official Influencers from Overseas!
Same as last year's event, TGS will invite Official Influencers from Overseas (hereinafter OfficialInfluencers) to spread the news about the event globally. Official Influencers are based in Asia,Oceania, or the Middle East. Applicants must be 18 years or older and will actively share TGS news
before the event starts. Entries were accepted from influencers who have more than 100,000 followers
on their YouTube channels or other social media accounts such as X. Out of over 50 candidates, TGS
selected 12 Official Influencers from each of the 12 nations and regions.
*May be added another member later.
Country/Region

Name

SNS AccountAustralia

Junpei Zaki

https://www.youtube.com/@junpeizaki

China

EsportsGO

https://www.weibo.com/u/6573522659

Hong Kong

Deer Chan

https://www.instagram.com/deerchann/

Korea

KIM JOON YOUNG

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwgAThSYfmU9YRPq4Z1nJfg

Malaysia

GamerSecret

https://www.youtube.com/@GamerSecretPhilippines

Asheruhttps://www.youtube.com/@AsheruTo

Saudi Arabia

Xzit Thamer

https://www.youtube.com/@xzit_thamer

Singapore

Yosukehttps://www.instagram.com/yosukecosplay/Taiwan

Lao Yang Mie Mie

https://www.youtube.com/@LaoYangMieMie/videos

ThailandUnicat Gaming

https://youtube.com/c/UnicatGaming

TurkeyTunca Arslan

https://www.youtube.com/@tuncaarslan

VietnamGame Cuc Hay

https://www.youtube.com/@GameCucHay/videos

Entries are Open Today (Aug. 2, Fri.) for Guest and General Influencers Visiting TGS!
Same as the last year, influencers and video creators who stream or upload game commentaries
and related content on video-sharing platforms or social media accounts can attend TGS from
Business Days and onwards (*Required to meet the entry eligibility.) Influencers are categorized into
"Guest Influencer" and "General Influencer." Applicants for either category need to fill out the entry
form and undergo a screening process by the TGS secretariat office to receive approval to visit theevent.
The in-person TGS venue includes the Creator Lounge, an exclusive area for approved
influencers visiting the event. It provides a space for socializing with other influencers and trying out
new game titles. Additionally, this year’s TGS will introduce the new Press/Influencer Matching
System. This system allows influencers to find out in advance which exhibition booths offer a trial playservice with priority access for influencers. It also facilitates interaction between exhibitors andinfluencers (some exhibitors may not use this service.)
Influencer Categories
Guest Influencer●Eligibility: Influencers invited by TGS exhibitors, their related agents, or MCNs
*You need a guest code (promotion code) from an exhibitor, agent, or MCN tocomplete the entry form.
* 18 years old or older●Guest Influencers can visit the event for four days from Sep. 26 (Thu.) to Sep. 29 (Sun.)3

●Registration fee: Not required (registration with a guest code)
General Influencer●Eligibility: Influencers with a social media follower count exceeding the threshold set by TGS2024*18 years old or older●General Influencers can visit the event for three days from Sep. 27 (Fri.) to Sep. 29 (Sun.)●Registration fee: The fee is required to complete your entry.
* Influencer registration fee: JPY1,100 including tax/Companion registration fee: JPY1,650
including tax★For more information about eligibility and registration, please visit the following official website:
https://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/business/influencer-creator/⚫ About Creator Lounge supported by YouTube
The Creator Lounge supported by YouTube is an exclusive hub located at the in-person venue ofTGS2024 for influencers and video creators visiting the event. Access to the Creator Lounge isrestricted to approved TGS guest/general influencers attending the event. The lounge is equippedwith socializing spaces for influencers and provides the opportunity to try out the latest games.

■TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024 Exhibition Outline
Event Title:

TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024

Organizer:

Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA)

Co-Organizers: Nikkei Business Publications, Inc., DENTSU, Inc.
Dates & Times: September 26 (Thu.), 2024 Business Day 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
September 27 (Fri.), 2024 Business Day 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
September 28 (Sat.), 2024 Public Day 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
September 29 (Sun.), 2024 Public Day 9:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
* Doors will open and close 30 minutes earlier than usual on Sep. 29, the final day of the event.
* Doors may open 30 minutes earlier than planned on Public Days, depending on circumstances.

Venue:[Real (In-person) Exhibit] Makuhari Messe (Mihama-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture)
Exhibition Halls 1 to 11 / International Conference Hall / Event Hall
[Online Exhibit]
Official Site / Official Streaming / TGS Digital World / Steam Special Venue

Expected Number of Visitors: 250,000
Number of Exhibitors: 761 companies *As of August 2, 2024
Official Website: https://tgs.cesa.or.jp/en4