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LEVEL UP KL 2025: Powering Malaysia’s Rise as Southeast Asia’s Gaming Powerhouse

LEVEL UP KL 2025 returns for its 11th edition from October 6 to October 8, 2025! Connexion Conference & Event Centre (CCEC), Bangsar South transformed into a power-up zone for gamers, creators, and industry leaders from around the world.

Organized by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) under the Ministry of Digital, LEVEL UP KL is a catalyst for Southeast Asia’s digital games industry. In a thrilling turn, the event connects Southeast Asia’s creative talent with global markets and top industry leaders.

Fueling Creativity, Empowering Opportunity

This year’s edition celebrated Malaysian studios making waves internationally, proving that local talent can match the strength of international game powerhouses.

  • Les’ Copaque Production, in collaboration with Streamline Studios to launch Upin & Ipin Universe. This new digital venture expands the iconic series into immersive worlds that highlight Malaysian heritage for global audiences.
  • Passion Republic Games’ Gigabash, first showcased at LEVEL UP KL, gained international acclaim through its global release and Ultraman crossover.
  • Metronomik Studio collaborated with Japan’s Shueisha Games for No Straight Roads 2, the sequel to their acclaimed debut title. The partnership continues to highlight Malaysia’s creative excellence on the global stage.
  • Magnus Games Studio, creators of Re:Legend, are also collaborating with Shueisha Games on a new original global IP titled Project Survival.

LEVEL UP KL, From Showcase to Global Stage

Beyond the creative showcase, LEVEL UP KL 2025 was a business innovator that connected talent with opportunity.

  • RM150 million in export opportunities.
  • 70 global exhibitors showcased over 40 high-tech games from Southeast Asia’s top talent.
  • Business Connection Programme: Facilitated over 350 targeted B2B meetings.
  • Pitch Day: Connected indie developers with global publishers and investors.
  • SEA Game Awards: Celebrated excellence in game design, storytelling, and innovation. The Grand Jury Award winner for 2025 went to Troublemaker 2: Beyond Dream from Indonesia, by Gamecom Team.

As Malaysia prepares to conclude its ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, LEVEL UP KL stands as a powerful emblem of the nation’s global digital ambition. The event connects Southeast Asia’s vibrant talent pool with international markets and celebrates regional creativity. It reinforces Malaysia’s leadership in shaping the future of interactive entertainment.

The success of LEVEL UP KL reflects the nation’s growing influence in the global digital games industry. It showcases a thriving ecosystem where innovation thrives, creativity flourishes, and Malaysian talent leads with confidence in the international arena.

So E-warriors, are you ready to LEVEL UP next year?

Fatin

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