Smilegate Future Lab Foundation has announced the official rebranding of Korea’s largest indie game & culture festival “Burning Beaver” to “BEAVER ROCKS”, and is now accepting exhibitor applications from indie game creators starting today.
Set to take place from December 5–7 at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Art Hall 1, the event will also include a virtual exhibition from December 1–14 to engage global audiences. Now in its fourth year, BEAVER ROCKS aims to support creative developers and expand the reach of Korea’s indie game ecosystem.
🧩 Who Can Apply
- Eligibility: Indie developers or teams actively developing or having completed a game
- Deadline: Submit by September 15, 2025
- Required Materials:
- Online application form
- Playable game build
- YouTube link to gameplay video
- How to Apply: Via the official BEAVER ROCKS website
🛠️ What Exhibitors Get
- Free exhibition booth at DDP
- Provided hardware (PC, mobile, keyboard, mouse, etc.)
- Access to exclusive creator lounge and networking events
- Participation in both offline and online showcases
- Promotion and exposure to thousands of festival attendees
🎤 About BEAVER ROCKS
The name “BEAVER ROCKS” reflects the festival’s bold ambition: “to rock the world with the passion of indie game creators.” Since its inception, the festival has hosted over 28,000 visitors, becoming a must-attend event for indie game fans, developers, and industry partners alike.
Smilegate Future Lab Director Oh Sook-hyun stated,
“Over the past three years, Burning Beaver celebrated the spirit of indie creators. Now, as BEAVER ROCKS, we aim to amplify that spirit even further. We invite all passionate developers to join us and shake up the scene.”
🎮 Apply Now:
👉 BEAVER ROCKS 2025 Official Application Page
Exhibitor participation is completely free. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your creation to the world’s most enthusiastic indie game audience.
