Until International Video Game Day are 179 days, ie 5 months and 29 days.
In 2026 International Video Game Day is on 8th July (Wednesday).
International Video Game Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated on July 8th by gamers around the world. It's a day celebrating games not only as a form of entertainment, but also as an important element of contemporary culture.
While the origins of this occasion are not fully understood, the holiday gained popularity thanks to online communities and gaming enthusiasts. It wasn't established by any official organization – its strength lies precisely in the grassroots initiative of gamers. Unlike the American National Video Game Day (celebrated on September 12th), this day is more global and informal.
July 8th is a perfect opportunity to reminisce about your first encounters with games – whether on arcades, consoles, computers, or phones. On this day, gamers around the world share memories, recommend their favorite titles, and organize streams and tournaments. It's also a good time to consider games not only as entertainment but also as a tool for education, therapy, and artistic storytelling.
It's worth remembering that video games are a massive industry today – larger than cinema and music combined. Once a niche hobby, it now connects millions of people regardless of age, gender, or location.
So if you haven't fired up your favorite game in a while, July 8th is the perfect day to change that.