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3 Things Publishers Look for When Funding Games (That Most Studios Miss)

Getting funding for your game is tough right now. Publishers and investors are more selective than ever and the competition is fierce. I spend a lot of time talking to game publishers and I’ve noticed some clear patterns in what makes studios stand out. While there’s no magic formula that guarantees funding, I’ve seen three things consistently improve a studio’s chances. Here’s what I’ve learned from those conversations: Build Your Community From Day Zero In my conversations with publishers (incl.

3 Things Publishers Look for When Funding Games (That Most Studios Miss)

Getting funding for your game is tough right now. Publishers and investors are more selective than ever and the competition is fierce. I spend a lot of time talking to game publishers and I’ve noticed some clear patterns in what makes studios stand out. While there’s no magic formula that guarantees funding, I’ve seen three things consistently improve a studio’s chances. Here’s what I’ve learned from those conversations: Build Your Community From Day Zero In my conversations with publishers (incl.

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