Press Release

September 11, 2024
Computer Entertainment Suppliers’ Association

15 Days to TGS2024! Don’t miss the latest updates!

The largest number in the history of exhibitors andbooths this year, surpassing last year's figures
Hot exhibition booths and game titles to watch,as well as event stage/official streaming timetables, are also unveiled

Last-minute “Special Preview” program to be streamed on Sep. 18 (Wed.)!
Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association (CESA; Chairperson: Haruhiro Tsujimoto) has
released an update on exhibitors and the event stage/official streaming timetables for TOKYO GAMESHOW 2024. The event, held jointly with Nikkei Business Publications, Inc. and Dentsu, Inc., will takeplace in-person at Makuhari Messe from Sep. 26 (Thu.) to 29(Sun.), just 15 days away.
TGS2024 is planned to be held at the largest scale ever in its history, hosting more exhibitors andbooths than last year’s event as of Sep. 11. The physical venue will provide a platform for a wide rangeof visitors, from business professionals to families, while the online venue will offer various informationand experiences, including official streaming programs, TOKYO GAME SHOW Digital World, and theSteam Special Venue, transcending borders and time differences. Stay tuned for more exciting news on
the ever-growing game industry and TGS2024.
* More information: https://tgs.cesa.or.jp/en/■979 Exhibitors and Record-high 3,252 Booths! (As of Sep. 11)
As of Sep. 11, there are 979 registered exhibitors (including 30 participating online) for TGS2024, with
450 from Japan and 529 from overseas. In addition, the physical venue at Makuhari Messe will have
3,252 exhibition booths, setting a record for the highest number of exhibitors and booths.
As of Sep. 11, interim updates have been announced regarding the booth overview and game titles
planned for exhibition. As of now, a total of 2,299 game titles have been registered for exhibition.
TGS2024 will feature a diverse range of game genres, including highly anticipated new titles, e-sports
titles, AR/VR games, and blockchain games. These games are designed for various platforms, such ashome game consoles, smartphones, and PCs. TGS2024 will also showcase hardware and furniture for
upgrading the gaming environment and solutions for game businesses, providing a platform to shareand experience various gaming industry developments for both B-to-C and B-to-B. The final list of game
titles for the exhibition, along with details of exhibitor booths and events, will be announced on
September 26 (Thu.), which is the first day of TGS2024.
*All information is as of Sep. 11. The above numbers may change at later dates.

■Event Stage/Official Streaming Timetables Announced!
The timetables for TGS2024 event stage programs and online streaming via the official channels
during the event are announced today. Over the four-day event, there will be 13 stage programs(including 4 programs hosted by exhibitors) and 21 official streaming programs (13 of which are “OfficialExhibitor Programs”). The stage program hosted by the organizer will also be streamed online as theofficial program.
As a global event, this year’s TGS virtual programs will be offered in collaboration with overseas
platformers and online media, including DouYu (China), bilibili (China), and IGN (the U.S., etc.) You canalso access the virtual programs from the TGS Special Page on Steam. While most programs will be
streamed in Japanese, non-Japanese speakers can enjoy them with simultaneous English interpretation.
Moreover, we are preparing to have simultaneous Chinese interpretation for some programs to reachmore international viewers. The latest news on the event stage program and official streaming details will
be revealed on the “Preview Special” streamed at 7:00 p.m. on Sep. 18 (Wed.), JST.

【Event Stage Timetable】

★

★

★

★

★

*More information about the event stage: https://tokyogameshow.jp/?open=event*The stage programs marked with ★ on the timetable will also be streamed online as official programs.

【Official Program Timetable】*More information about official programs：https://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/program/official/2

■Live streaming of the Last-minute Special Preview program on Sep. 18(Wed.) introducing the whole picture of TGS2024!
The Last-minute Special Preview program for TGS2024 will be streamed online on Sep. 18 (Wed.),just one week before the event. This program will introduce various content and must-see points,
including updates on exhibitors, venue maps, stage programs, official streaming programs, official
merchandises, and TOKYO GAME SHOW Digital World. TGS2024 Official Supporter Daichi Miura will
join the program as a guest to reveal the whole picture of the event.
Program Name: 【TGS Special Program】TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024 SPECIAL Pre-Event
Guest: Daichi Miura（TGS2024 Official Supporter）
Date and Time: Sep. 18 (Wed.) 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. JST
Watch the Program at: https://youtube.com/live/ZQWhrARCBLc■The online program introducing all titles of “Selected Indie 80” by country
and region starts streaming today!
Selected Indie 80 is a project that offers a free exhibition space to indie game developers from Japanand worldwide. Whether amateurs or professionals, selected developers can showcase their products inthe Indie Game Area during TGS. This year, a record-high 973 entries were submitted, with 81 titles
selected for the exhibition. Prior to TGS, a program called "Hello! Indie! –TGS bringing together indie
games from around the world" will be streamed online to introduce all selected titles. The program
showcases the 81 titles, which are grouped into four categories, and represent various countries andregions, highlighting the unique appeal of indie games and the creativity of game developers.
Program Name: “HELLO! INDIE! -TGS bringing together indie games from around the world”
Guest: POCKEY (TGS2024 Indie Game Ambassador), and more
Streaming starts from 7:00 p.m., Sep. 11 (Wed.) 2024, JST
Watch the Program at:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfuGgcBbCkUdkFEoMKOKrYxEdA8lzY3hM■General Admission Tickets for Overseas Visitors Now on Sale
(for adults: junior high schooler or older)
General admission tickets for Public Days, Sep. 28 (Sat.) and 29 (Sun.), for overseas visitors are
currently on sale on the TGS2024 official English website athttps://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/ticket/publicday/ .

【General Admission Tickets on Sale for Overseas Visitors】(junior high schoolers or older)●Sales period Sep. 28 (Sat.) Ticket: by Sep. 28 (Sat.) at 3:30 p.m. (JST)Sep. 29 (Sat.) Ticket: by Sep. 29 (Sat.) at 3:00 p.m. (JST)*Ticket sales will cease once all tickets are sold out.
●Price

JPY3,000 (including tax)
*Elementary schoolers and younger children can enter for free.
*Junior high schoolers or younger children and adults accompanying them arefree to enter the Family Game Park.

3

■Information on Business Day Pre-registration with Fees
[Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on Sep. 17 (Wed.), JST]TGS2024 will have two Business Days on September 26 (Thu.) and 27 (Fri.) for visitors involved ingame-related businesses. We will create an environment that is conducive to business negotiations.
After completing the pre-registration for Business Days, those who have pre-registered can schedule
appointments with exhibitors before the exhibition begins by using the TGS Business Matching System.
If you purchase a Gold Pass, you can enjoy benefits such as scheduling meetings with other visitors inaddition to exhibitors, smooth entrance at the dedicated reception counter, and access to the businesslounge set up in the Makuhari Messe International Hall on the day of the event.
If you have a "Business Day Pre-registration Code" that exhibitors distribute to game businessprofessionals, please complete the free pre-registration online before visiting TGS2024. If you do nothave a "Business Day Pre-registration Code", please pre-register to purchase either a Business Day
Ticket or a Gold Pass. You will also need to go through the pre-screening process to visit TGS2024 onBusiness Days. Paid pre-registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on Sep. 17 (Tue.), JST. If you plan to visit
TGS2024 on Business Days, please hurry to pre-register.
Moreover, pre-registration for attending the TGS Forum, a seminar held during Business Days, is now
accepted on the official website.

*More information about Business Days：https://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/ticket/businessday/*More information about TGS Forum：https://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/business/seminar/【Paid Pre-registration for Business Days (valid for two days)】●Registration period: by 11:59 p.m. of Sep. 17 (Tue.), JST*Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on Sep. 25 (Wed.) for those who have a “Business Day Preregistration Code” provided by exhibitors for related game business partners.

●Price: - Business Day Ticket (for those who do not have the Business Day Pre-registration Code*)
JPY11,000 (including tax)
*Pre-registration is free with a “Business Day Pre-registration Code” provided by exhibitors forrelated game business partners.

- Gold Pass (for those who want to use benefits*)
JPY27,500 (including tax)
*Benefits include the use of business lounges, meeting appointments among visitors
using the business matching system*With a “Business Day Pre-registration Code,” you can purchase a Gold Pass for
JPY16,500(including tax.)■Influencers and Creators, Submit Your Entries by Sep. 24 (Tue.) to visit
TGS2024!
Same as the last year, influencers and video creators who stream or upload game commentaries andrelated 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 ascreening process by the TGS secretariat office to receive approval to visit the event.
The in-person TGS venue is equipped with the Creator Lounge (Hall 9, South), 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 play service withpriority access for influencers. It also facilitates interaction between exhibitors and influencers (someexhibitors may not use this service.) We look forward to welcoming entries from many influencers andcreators to participate in the event.

4

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 to complete theentry form.
*18 years or older●Guest Influencers can visit the event for four days from Sep. 26 (Thu.) to Sep. 29 (Sun.)●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, as well as the Creator Lounge, please visit thefollowing official websites:*More information about eligibility and registration:
https://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/business/influencer-creator/*More information about Creator Lounge:
https://tgs.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2024/en/business/influencer-creator/#creator_lounge■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.
Supported by: Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry
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:[Physical exhibition] Makuhari Messe (Mihama-ku, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture)
Exhibition Halls 1 to 11 / International Conference Hall / Event Hall
[Online exhibition] Official website /official streaming /TGS Digital World/ Steam Special
Venue
Expected Number of Visitors: 250,000
Number of Exhibitors: 979 companies *As of Sep. 11, 2024/Record-high number of Exhibitors
Number of Exhibition Booths: 3,252 booths *As of Sep. 11, 2024/Record-high number of booths
Official Website: https://tgs.cesa.or.jp/en/[References]●List of Exhibitors●Exhibition Booth Overview and List of In-booth Events *Japanese●List of Game Titles for Exhibition *Japanese●List of Merchandises *Japanese5