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.
Grant
United Kingdom
Expressions of interest are paused and reopening soon
What you get: Grants of up to £100,000 (no equity) toward UK staff and contractor costs to build a prototype.
Who can apply: UK companies with 1 to 49 employees, registered at least 10 weeks, with early concept work done and a team with professional game development experience.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
Grant
Europe
Last round closed Feb 11, 2026 · One call a year
What you get: Up to €200,000 per project (a lump sum covering 60% of the budget) to develop a video game or immersive experience.
Who can apply: European game, XR or audiovisual production companies in MEDIA countries that have commercially released a game or immersive project since January 2023. Publishers can't apply.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
Grant
Worldwide
Last round closed Feb 20, 2026 · Yearly
What you get: $600,000 shared among projects that use real-time 3D for social good.
Who can apply: Creators and studios making Unity projects that advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
Grant
Worldwide
Last round closed Sep 4, 2026 · Two windows a year; 2026's ran Jan 12 to Mar 20 and Jun 29 to Sep 4
What you get: Cash grants for promising projects built with Unreal Engine 5 or Fortnite's UEFN, and for open source tools. Epic doesn't take a stake in your game.
Who can apply: Small and solo teams making games in Unreal Engine, UEFN creators, teams moving to Unreal, and open source projects. Open worldwide.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026