Germany launches new funding program for indie developer founders

At the beginning of October, that of Germany Deputy Minister of Culture and Media has launched a funding program for new game studios in the country. Starting today, October 28, founders can apply for the “Press Start: Games Founding Grant” to receive 2,750 euros (or almost $3,000) per month for a period of 18 months … Read more

Stories by Kenzera dev Surgent Studios 'on hiatus' as leaders seek partners and funding

Surgent Studios it said its games division was put “on pause” and the development team was left behind Kenzera's Tales: Zau he was warned for dismissal. The studio explained that the decision was made while seeking funding for its next unannounced project. Surgent described his prototype as “darker and edgier” than Zau while maintaining the … Read more

Outersloth receives more funding and collaborates with the creator of “Slay the Spire”.

The creators of Between us have announced increased funding for their new independent publishing label, Outersloth. Revealed during the Summer Games Festthe initiative has already signed 13 games, and now two major independent developers will provide additional funding and help review game proposals. The first of the two developers contributing to Outersloth is Kill the … Read more

Icelandic Developer Porcelain Fortress Raises $3M in Seed Funding

Porcelain fortress, the manufacturers of There is no time to relax, recently raised $3 million in seed funding. For Gaming IndustryThe Iceland-based studio is funneling that money toward its next, currently unannounced project. The funding round was led by Behold Ventures, Crowberry Capital, and Brunnur. Additionally, Porcelain has increased its workforce from four to 14 … Read more