Local developers now regularly showcase projects at major events like GameSummit , where the "Indie Game Award" highlights innovations in visual effects and gameplay.
Major technical shifts in 2026 are making high-performance gaming more accessible within Azerbaijan: Old Baku Yeni GuncЙ™lЙ™mЙ™
Xsolla has secured residency at the Pirallahi High Technologies Park, which offers a 10-year tax exemption to encourage long-term investment in Baku’s digital gaming ecosystem. Technology & Infrastructure Updates Local developers now regularly showcase projects at major
In the broader context of the Azerbaijani gaming industry, significant updates are occurring through state-backed initiatives and international partnerships aimed at elevating local development. Azerbaijan's Emerging Gaming Ecosystem the Xsolla StarNest Academy
In April 2026, Azerconnect Group and Nvidia signed a deal to bring GeForce NOW to the country, allowing players to run demanding games on standard hardware via the internet.
The gaming landscape in Baku has transitioned from independent "indie spirit" to a formal State Strategy integrated into the 2022–2026 Socio-Economic Development Strategy.
A new training center, the Xsolla StarNest Academy, was developed in partnership with PAŞA Holding to train local developers for mobile, PC, and console gaming.