MiniGame @ The Pixel Mill is accepting applications
Date Posted: November 12, 2024
MiniGame is open to video game studios based in Northern Ireland that are working towards developing their first game. Northern Ireland Screen is seeking new teams to video game development that are motivated to develop and release their first title.
The focus of MiniGame is creating mini/short games that can be published within 6 months. These can be narrative games that can be completed in a couple of hours, an endless runner with unique mechanics, a turn based strategy with interesting rules. Concise games that people can pick-up and enjoy in a day.
MiniGame will be hosted in the Pixel Mill based at the Ormeau Labs in Belfast, or remotely if teams are not based in Belfast, where companies will have access to facilities and mentors.
Northern Ireland Screen will support up to 3 companies to develop their business and build their teams. As part of MiniGame companies will receive:
- Up to £25,000 in development funding per company across 2 stages
- Access to facilities and mentors at The Pixel Mill
Interested companies will initially be invited to complete an online expression of interest. From there, shortlisted companies will be invited to attend an interview and pitch presentation.
See the full details, including eligibility and criteria, here.
Apply here.
Deadline 22nd November.
