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Drums, cash grants, and bubbling capybaras: How Latin America's game dev creatives are outgrowing outsourcing
Latin American game developers are increasingly recognized for their creative output, with original titles like Family Reunion and Black Sailors emerging. While many studios engage in outsourcing to secure funding and gain experience, there's a growing movement to leverage the region's rich cultures and histories for unique game development. Government grants and international exposure are playing crucial roles in supporting these original projects, though challenges in securing direct funding and competing with established markets persist.
Gamescom Latam shows Brazil's dev scene has huge potential, but it's waiting for a spark | Opinion
Gamescom Latam in São Paulo highlights Brazil's growing game development scene, which possesses strong industry infrastructure and government support frameworks. However, a significant lack of funding and investment is hindering its potential to reach the next level, with industry figures emphasizing the need for financial incentives and tax breaks to attract further investment and foster growth.
Brazilian Tactical Naval Game About Enslaved Rebels Becoming Pirates Launches Steam Page on March 11
Mandinga Games announced that the Steam page for its upcoming naval tactical strategy game, Black Sailors: A Santos Bay Tale, will launch on March 11, 2026. The game, set in 17th-century Brazil, features enslaved rebels becoming pirates and is supported by ID@Xbox. A demo is available on itch.io, with a full release planned for late 2026 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation.