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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.
What you get: Sell on Steam for a $100 fee per game, paid back once the game earns $1,000. Valve keeps 30%, 25% past $10 million and 20% past $50 million in lifetime sales.
Who can apply: Anyone who completes Steamworks sign-up, identity and tax checks.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
What you get: Keep 100% of the first $1 million in net revenue per product each year, then 88%. In effect since June 1, 2025.
Who can apply: Developers who self-publish PC games on the Epic Games Store.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
What you get: Cash out Robux your experiences earn at $0.0038 per earned Robux (up 8.5% from September 5, 2025).
Who can apply: Roblox creators who meet the DevEx age, account and minimum-balance rules.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
What you get: Engagement payouts for islands people play, plus in-island item sales: 100% of the V-Bucks value (about 74% of what players spend) through Jan 31, 2027, then 50% (about 37%).
Who can apply: Creators who publish islands with UEFN or Fortnite Creative through the Fortnite developer program.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
What you get: Xbox's program for independent developers to self-publish on Xbox consoles and PC, with development kits for approved teams.
Who can apply: Independent developers and studios; apply with your game.
Last checked Sep 30, 2026
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