{"id":4088,"date":"2025-04-08T11:38:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T11:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/?page_id=4088"},"modified":"2026-04-13T17:35:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T17:35:09","slug":"participate-at-the-protozone","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/en\/participate\/participate-at-the-protozone\/","title":{"rendered":"Participate at the ProtoZone"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ProtoZone 2026 is now open<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ProtoZone<\/strong> returns for its <strong>11th edition<\/strong> with the same mission: showcasing new game prototypes, fostering meaningful connections, and bringing fresh ideas to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>12 creators<\/strong> will be selected to present their prototype to the public throughout the weekend.<br>It\u2019s a great opportunity to share your world, test your game, gather feedback\u2026 and maybe even win a prize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does it work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To take part, you must submit your application between <strong>April 1 and May 31, 2026 at 23:59<\/strong> via <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/K15pCbvnfDUbwVXG7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">an online form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A preselection committee, made up of people from the gaming world (designers, industry professionals, association members, etc.), will meet to select the <strong>12 prototypes<\/strong> that will take part in <strong>ProtoZone 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The results of the preselection will be announced around <strong>July 1<\/strong>, allowing the committee enough time to carefully review all applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Two prizes to be won!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Public Golden Meeple&#8217;Pis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"http:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2-535x535.jpg 535w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-002-2-470x470.jpg 470w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Awarded by the BGF audience, it recognises the most appreciated prototype during the weekend.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Jury Golden Meeple&#8217;Pis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"http:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2-535x535.jpg 535w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-003-2-470x470.jpg 470w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Awarded by a jury composed of professionals from the gaming industry, it highlights a prototype for the quality of its game design and overall experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional awards may also be granted. These distinctions remain at the discretion of the jury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where can I find the rules?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc4 Here <a href=\"http:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF26_Rules-BGF-FACTORY-PROTOZONE-EN.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">the PDF document<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registrations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Register via this <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/K15pCbvnfDUbwVXG7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">online form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Questions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Send us an email at <strong><a>protozone@brusselsgamesfestival.be<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer not to use the online form (Google Forms), you can download the form below (PDF or .docx), complete it and send it by email to the same address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc4 <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Brussels-Games-Festival-2026-PZ-EN.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Download the form (PDF)<\/a><\/strong><br>\ud83d\udcdd <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Brussels-Games-Festival-2026-PZ-EN.docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Download the form (Docx)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfc6 Who will succeed Gabriel and Alix, our 2025 winner? Now it\u2019s your move!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"http:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1-535x535.jpg 535w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-007-1-470x470.jpg 470w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"http:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6336\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2-535x535.jpg 535w, https:\/\/dev.brusselsgamesfestival.be\/wpbgf\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/BGF-2025-ProtoZone-005-2-470x470.jpg 470w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ProtoZone 2026 is now open ProtoZone returns for its 11th edition with the same mission: showcasing new game prototypes, fostering meaningful connections, and bringing fresh ideas to life. 12 creators will be selected to present their prototype to the public throughout the weekend.It\u2019s a great opportunity to share your world, test your game, gather feedback\u2026 &hellip; 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