Early Stage Funding for Independent Development Studios and Gaming Start-ups

Speakers: Matthew Le Merle

Track: Business and Management

Format: Lecture

Experience Level: All

Description: Funding a game company is often the last, and most crucial step in realizing the vision of an independent development studio or gaming start-up. This session focuses on what independent developers and gaming start-ups need in their investment pitches to acquire the early stage funding they need. It involves a discussion of what works, what does not, and how companies can bridge the gap to VC funding. The session will include recent examples including arena.net, Telltale Games, Animated Speech, QB International, and others to give developers keys for success in the private equity market.