The Level Up Showcase 2026 is co-organized by the University of Toronto’s Department of Computer Science, Algonquin College, Brock University, Humber College, OCAD University and presented by Zynga and in partnership with XPGaming.

Students from participating schools are invited to show off their skills and hard work to their peers and attendees.  Attendees will get the chance to play new student games and students will get valuable live playtest feedback on their projects.

Students across Ontario gain valuable skills in post-secondary video game courses; that experience culminates in this public exhibition, where they compete for best-in-show awards and put their work on display for the world to see.

Founded and run by digital media faculty from post-secondary institutions across the province, this one-of-a-kind event has become a yearly tradition for students, institutions, and industry.

Admission is free, but please reserve a ticket through the link below.