Application phase for Gamecity Hamburg prototype funding has begun
Up to 30 March, individuals and teams developing video games can apply for prototype funding from Gamecity Hamburg. A total of 400,000 euros is available.
The application process
The following are eligible to apply for prototype funding: Developers and developer communities, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), that are based in Hamburg, are relocating their headquarters there, or are opening a branch or permanent establishment here.
A consultation with Gamecity Hamburg is mandatory at least two weeks before the submission deadline in order to prepare applicants as well as possible for the application process. All information about the application, a comprehensive FAQ and the necessary templates can be found here.
On 27 April, an award committee will make a preliminary selection based on the applications and invite the most promising applicants to a pitch. The final decision on the allocation of funding will then be made on 6 May. The funding is non-repayable and will be granted per project for a maximum of 80,000 euros and a maximum of 80 per cent of eligible costs. Gamecity Hamburg is part of the Hamburg Kreativ Gesellschaft and supports the local games industry on behalf of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg. In addition to prototype funding, the Games Lift Incubator is also part of the programme.
