The Level Upstate Summer Program is an intensive opportunity for game developers looking to commercialize their creative ideas.
Donor Name: Center of Excellence in Digital Game Development
State: New York
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 05/15/2022
Grant Size: $3500
Details:
They combine the expertise of industry experts in their local region, our faculty and international presenters to fill knowledge gaps in your enterprise. You will pitch, prototype and playtest game ideas, and work on refining your products, understanding of the market, and business goals and strategies. They encourage applications from teams working in any area of games: indie games; VR or AR applications; serious games, educational games, and other simulations; AI or other technologies for games; analog and tabletop games; or other innovative concepts in games and related interactive forms.
For support, all teams receive:
- Access to Industry-Focused Expert Content
- Mentors from RPI Faculty and Local NY Games Community
- Public Pitch Day Event
- Project File Hosting
Note: Stipend amounts are based on a team size of three with full-time commitment. Stipend requests for larger team sizes, participants with part-time availability, or other unique situations will be determined on an individual basis.
Funding Information
$3500 Stipend per Member
Eligibility Criteria
Level Upstate is open to students, companies, and teams residing in New York State or with significant business involvement in New York State. Participants can be at any stage – you may be at the early concept stage, or have a product in development, or you may have released games already. They look for applicants with evidence of strong team dynamic and potential for success. Solo developer applications will also be considered. Individual applicants seeking to join a team will also be considered.
For more information, visit Center of Excellence in Digital Game Development.
