An indie game program that helps developers grow on Google Play

An indie game program that helps developers grow on Google Play


Posted by Leticia Lago, P & E Developer Marketing

Google Play Indie Game Festival and Accelerator

Google Play is committed to helping developers of all sizes reach their full potential and move even faster. Today we are launching two annual programs to support the indie gaming community. These programs bring some of the most innovative titles to players around the world.

If you are an indie game developer, Accelerator and Festival ProgramYou will have the opportunity to increase the visibility of the game, be trained, and leverage the community of game professionals.

These programs are designed to grow at any stage.

  • If you’re a small game studio looking for help in launching or growing a new title, accelerator Receive exclusive training from mentors and industry professionals.
  • Or if you have already created and launched a high quality game ready for the spotlight Festivals in selected European countries, Japan Also Korea.. For the chance to win the promotion and reach new players.

After being selected as a festival finalist and joining the accelerator in 2021, Jimjum Studios co-founder Nimrod Kimhi said: “By joining the accelerator, I was probably able to prevent two years of mistakes.“For more information on the program, please read below.

Submissions will be accepted until July 1st.

Promote growth with mentorship and live masterclass

If you’re an indie developer who is about to launch a new game early in your journey or has just launched a title, this high-impact program is designed for you.

With the help of a network of game experts, Indie game accelerator We provide education and mentorship for successful construction, launch and growth.

Selected game studios are invited to participate in a 10-week acceleration program starting with September 2022.. This is a highly tuned program for small game developers in over 70 eligible countries. Includes a series of online master classes, talks and game workshops organized by the best companies in the industry.

You’ll also have the opportunity to meet and connect with other passionate developers around the world who are trying to take the game to the next level.

Please apply to the accelerator by July 1st.

Win a promotion that spotlights indie games

If you recently released a new high quality game on Google Play, enter the game and Indie game festival Win the promotion.

Again, we are hosting three international competitions for indie game developers from selected countries in Europe, Japan or South Korea.


The festival’s jury is made up of both game experts and Google employees, who are responsible for selecting creative indie games that are ready for the spotlight.

Top indie games will be featured at the Online Festival Finals, where professionals and players from the gaming industry around the world can discover their games. Winners will also be featured in additional promotions such as Google Play, prizes and € 100,000 worth of campaigns.


Apply for festivals in Europe, Japan and Korea by July 1st.

All submissions must be completed by 1:00 pm CET on July 1st and meet all eligibility requirements.

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