Students from the Multimedia College (MMTC) Yogyakarta demonstrated how the creativity of Indonesian youth can drive the local game industry forward (20/9).

Through the GameTech Exhibition, a variety of games, animations, and digital entertainment products were showcased to highlight the potential of the younger generation in building a national game ecosystem.

The exhibition served as proof that students are not only creating for academic purposes but are also achieving recognition on the international stage.

Student works such as Jumbo and Ikan Mas have already received appreciation from audiences in ASEAN and globally.

Minister Meutya Hafid Backs Homegrown Gaming Talent

Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid attended the event and recognized student creativity as a key asset for Indonesia’s digital transformation.

“Games in Indonesia are something we see as having the potential to become a national priority,” said Meutya during her visit on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

She personally praised the students’ work for its competitiveness.

“I’m very proud because the works are extraordinary. I tried several games—they were really exciting. And we must be proud and confident that the local game industry, God willing, will continue to grow,” said Meutya.

Local Culture Enriches Digital Storytelling

MMTC students also presented games rich in local cultural values.

One example was the animation Ikan Mas, which features a Balinese story about family and traditional wisdom.

According to Meutya, this proves that games are not only a form of entertainment but also a vehicle for preserving culture.

“We need to strengthen the local game industry so we are not merely consumers of foreign products. In fact, through student works like this, Indonesian culture can go global,” said Meutya.

National Collaboration Supports Creative Growth

The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs continues to support the national game ecosystem through the Indonesian Game Developer Exchange (IGDX) program.

This platform enables collaboration between local developers, industry stakeholders, and the global market.

With student enthusiasm and innovation, the GameTech Exhibition shows how Indonesia’s younger generation is ready to advance the local game industry.

PHOTO: HUMAS KEMKOMDIGI

This article was created with AI assistance.