Game development accelerator Code Coven has partnered up with IGDA and funding platform Grant for the Web to secure support for its upcoming accelerator program.
The program will run from April 21 until July 15, and will support multiple teams as they design and develop a game. Participating groups will be awarded a grant to support their time spent completing the program.
The partnership will also assist the distribution of the Diverse Game Developers Fund, an initiative set up by Grant for the Web to fuel marginalised developers and students across the globe.
Successful applicants may be awarded up to $25,000 to fund a prototype. The fund will distribute more than $300,000 in total.
Code Coven collaborates with IGDA and Grant for the Web on accelerator program
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The IGDA Foundation announced the launch of its Diverse Game Developers Fund, a $300,000 grant for marginalised devs.
The fund was created in partnership with Grant for the Web, and aims at exploring monetisation options outside the traditional boundaries, which have been built by and for a western audience, the announcement said.
At least $200,000 of the Diverse Game Developers Fund will go towards indie developers and studios so they can continue working on their prototypes, while $50,000 has been earmarked for academic scholarships. The rest of the funds will be used as prizes for game jams.
Developers and students interested in applying can do so on this page, from today until March 15, 2021, at 12pm PT.