FACTORY-C, the Berlin-based communications agency specializing in gaming and esports events, is returning to Gamescom with the ultimate hub for indie game developers and fans – Home of Indies. Now in its fourth year, the Home of Indies stand offers developer studios from around the world the opportunity to showcase their latest games to a wide audience. Covering 440 square meters in Hall 10.2’s Indie Area, the space invites visitors to explore and play exciting new indie titles while connecting directly with the creative minds behind them.

“Home of Indies is more than just a shared stand at Gamescom – it’s a platform for indie studios from all over the globe to showcase their projects and build valuable connections at the trade fair,” says Christiane Gehrke, Senior Event Communication & Sales Manager at FACTORY-C and the driving force behind Home of Indies. Since its debut at Gamescom 2022, the number of exhibitors has grown by nearly 70%. “Every year, we’re reminded of the incredible passion and sense of community within the indie world, and how well the concept resonates with studios, publishers, and visitors alike.”

At Gamescom 2025, the Home of Indies stand will grow by 175 square meters compared to last year. New highlights include an exclusive Streaming Booth, where indie games will be showcased live. For the first time, indie studios will also have access to a dedicated meeting space for business appointments, along with the option to use MeetToMatch.

Exhibitor registration for Home of Indies is now open!

Indie developers can secure their spot at the Home of Indies stand with booth spaces available in three sizes, including a dedicated area for games rated 16+ or 18+.

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St8 operator partners are now among the very first to gain access to White Label Originals, which hands them the power of unprecedented customisation.

This includes the ability to change the theme of the games to match casino branding, adjusting RTP, Max Win and Max Exposure, and even choosing whether to offer titles with provably fair technology or via a classic RNG model.

Krzysztof Opałka, CEO and CTO at Tequity, said: “Some of the most exciting casino brands in the world have found success offering their own branded titles. White Label Originals makes this simpler than ever for fast-growing operators who want to give their players something truly bespoke. We’re thrilled to bring this exciting new vertical to St8, one of the most forward-thinking aggregators in the industry.”

Vladimir Negine, founder and CEO at St8, added: “We’re focused on offering our operator partners the power to completely customise the user experience, and integrating Tequity’s White Label Originals is another huge step in this direction. We’re massively impressed by the product, and some of our partners are already making great use of it.”

Among the first games launched via White Label Originals is a collection of content particularly loved by streamers, millennials and Gen Z, including Crash, Mines, Plinko and Dice.

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