Press release:
OAKS, PA — Sept. 1, 2026 — TooManyGames, in partnership with Philly-area publisher and developer Retroware, is pleased to announce that the full TooManyGames Indie Game Showcase Awards ceremony is now available to watch on the convention’s official YouTube channel.
The event, which took place on Friday, June 26, was hosted by Celia Schilling from Spawncast and featured nominees across 15 categories selected from a pool of 150 juried games.
Schilling shared the stage with a notable lineup of special guests, including John Riggs, Failboat and Jaymoji, Shesez (Boundary Break), Sam from RadJunk, Modern Vintage Gamer, TitaniumLegman, Josie Woah, SomeCallMeJohnny, RGT 85, MetalJesusRocks, Zophar, WULFF DEN, Game Apologist, CHAOMIX, mimiyori, Justin Silverman (Creative Director, Retroware), and Scott The Woz, who presented awards to this year’s honorees.
From explosive shooters and haunting horror games to high-energy racers and riveting RPGs, the TooManyGames Indie Game Showcase Awards highlighted an incredible selection of standout games that demand your attention.
Watch the full ceremony below:
Now in its 16th year, the TooManyGames Indie Game Showcase gives independent developers an opportunity to showcase their latest games directly to thousands of attendees, making it one of the longest-running features of the convention.
About TooManyGames:
TooManyGames is the premier gaming convention on the East Coast, featuring indie games, retro games, board games, cosplay, panels, concerts, and more. Held annually in Oaks, PA, the show has been a destination for fans and developers alike since its inception in 2004.
About Retroware:
Retroware focuses on modern retro games, developing and publishing new titles inspired by classic experiences. The company also produces merchandise and operates arcades, bringing retro gaming into the modern era.
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Jonas “O.J” Ek
The Gaming Ground
Twitter: @TheGamingGround
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