ChinaJoy 2025: Overview
ChinaJoy (China Digital Entertainment Expo & Conference) is Asia’s largest and most influential gaming and digital entertainment expo. The 22nd edition takes place from August 1–4, 2025, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.
Key Highlights
- Theme: “Gather What You Love”
- Dates: August 1–4, 2025
- Venue: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China
- Scale: Over 743 exhibitors from 37 countries, including 237 international companies (31.8% of total)
- Expected Attendance: Over 300,000 visitors
What to Expect
- B2C Halls: Interactive entertainment experiences, game demos, cosplay, e-sports tournaments, and consumer-focused displays.
- B2B Halls: Business networking, publishing showcases, industry matchmaking, and a 25,000 sqm negotiation zone with 460+ companies.
- Special Zones:
- Creators’ Zone: New for 2025, featuring live performances, photo ops, autograph sessions, and creative merchandise.
- AI+ Entertainment Technology: Highlighting the integration of AI in games and digital entertainment.
- Major Conferences:
- China Digital Entertainment Congress (CDEC)
- China Game Developers Conference (CGDC)
- Global E-sports Conference
- AI+ Entertainment Technology Summit
- IP Summit
Notable Features
- Industry Focus: Game development, publishing, IP, operations, e-sports, animation, comics, VR/AR, and smart entertainment hardware.
- International Participation: Strong presence from global gaming and tech giants.
- Special Events:
- Cosplay meetups and competitions
- E-sports tournaments
- Game launches and hardware showcases
- Special events for games like Identity V and Wuthering Waves
- Steam’s ChinaJoy Game Show page (July 30–August 5) with livestreams and exclusive content
Tickets
- Super Early Bird: On sale from July 2
- Early Bird: On sale from July 4
- General Sale: From July 8
- Where to Buy: Damai, Piaoxingqiu, Alipay Blue Sparks, Ctrip, Bilibili, and the official ChinaJoy WeChat mini program (“CJ魔方”) .
Impact
- Industry Growth: Reflects Shanghai’s rapid digital entertainment growth, with the city’s online gaming sector reaching ¥155.8 billion ($21.7 billion) in 2024.
- Networking: Provides a comprehensive platform for industry professionals, gamers, and fans to connect, collaborate, and experience the latest trends in gaming and entertainment.
Summary Table
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | August 1–4, 2025 |
| Venue | Shanghai New International Expo Centre |
| Theme | Gather What You Love |
| Exhibitors | 743+ (237 international, 37 countries) |
| Key Zones | B2C, B2B, Creators’ Zone, AI+ Tech |
| Major Conferences | CDEC, CGDC, E-sports, AI+ Summit, IP Summit |
| Ticket Sales | July 2 (Super Early), July 4 (Early), July 8 |
| Official Channels | Damai, Piaoxingqiu, Alipay, Ctrip, Bilibili, WeChat |
ChinaJoy 2025 promises to be a landmark event for the global gaming industry, offering an unparalleled mix of innovation, business, and entertainment in one of the world’s most dynamic digital markets.
