UK Games Expo and Game Market Spring 2026 Preview Lists Are Now Available

The anticipation surrounding the UK Games Expo and Game Market Spring 2026 is palpable as the preview lists for both events have officially gone live. These comprehensive lists showcase new and upcoming board games that attendees can look forward to experiencing, whether for purchase or as demos during the conventions.

For those unfamiliar with the concept of a Preview list, it serves as a curated collection of games that will be featured at a specific event. Attendees can easily search, filter, sort, and save information from this list, allowing them to pinpoint the games they are most interested in trying or buying. This tool is invaluable for those looking to stay abreast of new titles generating excitement leading up to these major gaming gatherings.

Key Features of the Preview Lists

  • Access to new and upcoming games available at the UK Games Expo and Game Market Spring 2026.
  • Ability to search and filter games based on personal preferences.
  • Options to sort and save information for easy reference during the events.
  • Insights into popular titles that are creating buzz before the conventions.
  • Comprehensive lists available for a variety of gaming events throughout the year.

Currently, BoardGameGeek (BGG) is offering Preview lists for several prominent conventions, including:

  • Spielwarenmesse – List goes live in December.
  • Festival International des Jeux (FIJ) – List goes live in early January.
  • GAMA Expo – List goes live in early January.
  • UK Games Expo – List goes live in March.
  • Game Market Spring – Previously known as Tokyo Game Market, list goes live in March.
  • Origins – List goes live in April.
  • Gen Con – List goes live in early June.
  • SPIEL Essen – List goes live in July.
  • PAX Unplugged – List goes live in October.

It is important to note that suggestions for additional conventions to be added to the Preview lists are not being considered at this time, as BGG has no plans to expand on this feature.

To explore all active and past Preview lists, users can simply navigate to the “Browse” section in the top menu of BGG and select “Previews.”

For publishers interested in submitting games for a Preview list, the submission process has recently been updated. For detailed guidance or assistance, contact news@boardgamegeek.com.

With the excitement of the upcoming conventions, the Preview lists serve as an essential resource for board game enthusiasts eager to discover the latest offerings in the gaming world.

Via BoardGameGeek Blog