Japanese government makes indie game devs eligible for grants up to $60k USD
2 days ago
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- Japan's METI launched IP360 ('sanrokumaru') to boost global competitiveness of content industries, including game developers.
- Indie developers can receive grants up to 10 million yen (~$62,000 USD) for new IP creation.
- The program supports international expansion, with a 50% subsidy rate for eligible costs like development, localization, and promotion.
- Applicants must present a prototype and business plan focused on international distribution; sequels/remakes are ineligible.
- METI guarantees no interference in creative choices, aligning with existing policies.
- Japan aims to increase overseas content revenue to 20 trillion yen (~$125.5 billion USD) by 2025.