Our own publications
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The Funding Flowchart
There are many routes you can take to funding a game company, and most companies end up using several different forms of funding in their early years. Plan carefully and be prepared;…
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Crowdfunding basics
Are you considering using crowdfunding? You’re not alone, because many young game companies do at some point in their early years. However, fairly few run a successful campaign. Crowdfunding is a beast… -
The needs of game investors – survey results
Interest in investments in games seems to be growing, both among established investors and people made wealthy by games. This is a trend the industry needs to support. But what kind of… -
The needs of game mentors – survey results
Mentorship in the game industry is gaining traction, which is a great development. Mentorship is invaluable in supporting knowledge transfer in the industry. But mentors need support, too. What kind of support… -
Game Mentoring System Set-up and Maintenance
Mentorship is quite possibly the most effective way to channel the knowledge of game industry seniors to fresh professionals. Furthermore, this flow of knowledge is essential for the health and development of…
Other resources for game startups
Local actors
Neogames – the Finnish game industry association
IGDA Finland – the Finnish chapter of the International Game Developers Association
LGIN – yes, that’s us 😇 the Finnish startup support network
Helsinki Games Capital – the industry hub for Helsinki
The HIVE – Turku Game Hub
Jyväskylä Digi and Game Center
Data and wisdom
The Finnish Game Industry Report – a high-level view on how the local industry is doing and has developed
Elite Game Developers – plenty of wisdom and templates for ambitious game entrepreneurs
Games by member teams
Adjective Animal: Puck Buddies
CloverCreek Entertainment: Ascended Realms
Critical Charm: A Giant Problem
Cryptic Cargo: The Outbreak (portable escape room)
Dynamint: Calm Vibes Journey
Lockpickle: Puddle Knights
Mindhaven: Sky Beneath
Nutfarm: Children of the Eclipse and Exploding Babies
Olipa Games: Cursebreaker
Punnu Games: The Fantastic Energy Beta
Third Culture Kids: MYNT: Maybe, Yes, No, Twist (rpg system)
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