Funding and programs

Grants, funds, accelerators, publishers taking pitches and platform programs for game developers. Each one says who can apply, the deadline, and when we last checked it. Programs change, so always confirm on their site before you apply.

Showcase Worldwide Next fest: Feb 22 to Mar 1, 2027 (October 2026's runs Oct 19 to 26)

Steam Next Fest ↗

What you get: A week-long Steam festival of free demos for upcoming games, and one of the best ways to gather wishlists.

Who can apply: Developers with an upcoming game on Steam and a demo. Each game can take part once. Sign up in Steamworks before the registration deadline.

Last checked Sep 30, 2026

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