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BFI announces recipients of IBD awards, launches new funding stream for UK devs
The BFI has announced recipients for its International Business Development awards and launched a new funding stream for UK game developers' marketing efforts, following an increase in its UK Global Screen Fund budget. Dlala Studios and Newfangled Games are among five independent studios receiving grants ranging from £50,000 to £200,000 to support international growth and IP development. A new Video Games Release funding stream offers up to £50,000 for marketing, promotion, and localization costs.
UK government begins rollout of £30m Games Growth Package
The UK government has launched a £30 million Games Growth Package to support the domestic video game industry. The funding includes £28.5 million for the UK Games Fund, aimed at early-stage developers and studio growth, and £1.5 million for the London Games Festival over three years. The package is divided into tracks for new studios, prototyping, and expansion, with an additional £20 million designated for the Tay Cities region.
Stop Killing Games throw weight behind California bill that would force companies to either keep games working independently after server shutdowns or issue refunds
The campaign group Stop Killing Games is supporting a new bill in California called the 'Protect our Games Act'. This legislation would require game companies to either ensure server-connected games can function independently after support ends or issue full refunds to consumers. The group is also actively involved in similar efforts in the UK and Europe.
