Get Ready to Level Up! Astana Powers Up for an Epic Games of the Future 2026!
Phygital fans, brace yourselves! The future is making its next big play in Astana! Get ready for a next-level spectacle where physical grit meets digital dexterity as Astana gears up to host the Games of the Future 2026 - the multi-sport event where the boundaries between the physical and digital worlds blur into one playground!
Thousands of athletes from over one hundred countries will descend on Astana in summer 2026, as the city transforms into a global arena for elite phygital athletes, fans, and innovators.
“We’re proud to announce Astana as the host city for the Games of the Future 2026,” said Nis Hatt, CEO of Phygital International. “Astana is a city that embodies the spirit of the future. With its world-class infrastructure, proven track record in global events, and deep investment in youth and technology, it is the perfect stage to help shape the next chapter of phygital sport.”
"The Games of the Future 2026 in Astana will be an unforgettable, world-class experience, welcoming participants from 100 countries, along with a huge wave of fans from around the world,” announced Alibek Khasenov, Head of the official delivery authority for GOTF 2026 in Kazakhstan. “Our country has deep experience in hosting global events, particularly those that champion innovation and youth engagement. Astana is ready to lead the way.”
The tournament will feature innovative, hybrid disciplines combining real-world athleticism and digital gameplay — plus a massive interactive experience for fans including tech showcases, immersive zones, and cultural highlights.
Phygital Origins and Phygital Rivals tournaments to qualify for GOTF 2026 will take place from August 1 to December 15, 2025.
But the road to Astana is just heating up! First, the phygital celebration rolls into Abu Dhabi for the unmissable Games of the Future 2025 taking place from 18–23 December at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC).
Watch this space for key updates on all things GOTF!
