Screen NSW is offering Gamescom travel grants for local game devs

Screen NSW is offering Gamescom travel grants for local game devs

In order to assist seasoned NSW game developers with their travel to and from Gamescom 2024 in Cologne, Germany, Screen NSW has announced the launch of a new Gamescom 2024 Market Travel Program. The fund is being offered by Screen NSW for the first time, and it comes as part of the government of New South Wales' increased commitment to boost game development in the region.

Many are aware that New South Wales (NSW) has historically trailed other states in providing funding for the development of video games. However, in the past year, a concentrated effort by local developers and advocacy groups has led to the creation of new government policy, which takes into account the positive cultural and economic effects of video games.

"Gamescom is a crucial gathering place for global game developers and digital game companies, offering the chance to connect and cooperate, cultivate global business ties,

and obtain priceless knowledge about emerging market trends and technologies," stated Kyas Hepworth, Head of Screen NSW.

The high caliber of talent in NSW will be highlighted to foreign markets by supporting practitioners traveling to Cologne through Screen NSW's Gamescom 2024 Market Travel Program. Additionally, local practitioners will return to the state with enhanced industry knowledge, global connections, and the ability to further develop their creativity and ability to produce world-class games.

Developers must meet severe requirements in order to be eligible for this funding, as they must have a commercial game or several games to promote at the event. The press release also emphasizes how important experience is.

This financing is likely to be highly competitive. Applications should be well-developed since Screen NSW will only be able to sponsor the most deserving and compelling representatives of NSW due to a restricted number of seats.