Today I thought to me: Why don‘t we have game jams? I found nothing against it, so send in field suggestions! Further Updates Coming! (This will be the first time I host one, I might do stupid beginner mistakes.)

We added a web podcast featuring industry pros sharing real insights on game production, art, team workflows, and launch strategies. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories, lessons learned, and tips you can apply to your own projects! https://www.skool.com/game-production-7306/classroom/8296535e?md=fddd5a9b242c4be28a7a0510a1377ad0

Indie game developers have one unfair advantage over funded studios. Money lets you delay reality. When you’re bootstrapping? Every mechanic matters. Every feature has a cost. Every wrong decision hurts. So you talk to players earlier. You test faster. You cut ruthlessly. You ship what actually works, not what looks good in a pitch deck. Here’s what most indie devs miss: 💡 Funding does not create product–market fit. 💡 Grants don’t validate your game. 💡 Publishers don’t fix weak player demand. It only amplifies what already works. I’ve seen solo devs with $10–30K ship profitable games because they obsessed over players. I’ve also seen funded studios burn $1M+ polishing games nobody asked for. That said, once something is working, capital becomes leverage. Here are 40+ funding options in 2026 for indie game developers: 👇 https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1JHLQsykKbYFjDH6oRtx5VDDlfKaRMymR-RPGb_hoNzo/edit?usp=sharing

If you're building a game in 2025–2026, here are three Screen Australia programs worth bookmarking: Applications open: 16 December 2025 Deadline: 5pm AEDT Thursday 5 March 2026 🔹 Games Production Fund: Support for studios ready to take their game into full production: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/funding-and-support/online/games/games-production-fund 🔹 Emerging Gamemakers Fund: Perfect for early-career devs or teams working on their first major title: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/funding-and-support/online/games/emerging-gamemakers-fund 🔹 Future Leaders Delegation: A program for rising talent looking to access global markets, mentorship, and industry networks: https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/funding-and-support/online/games/future-leaders-delegation We’re here to support you, whether that’s sharing opportunities, helping you understand eligibility, or guiding your production workflows so you’re ready when funding opens.

To help everyone connect and network effectively, new members are asked to post a short, formal introduction in the #introductions channel. Use the template below to structure your intro: 1. Full Name and Pronouns – e.g. “Hi, I’m Alex Johnson (they/them).” 2. Current Role or Title – Are you a student, indie developer, producer, or something else? Mention any relevant experience. 3. Interests in Gaming – Briefly describe why you joined (e.g. learning production, game pipelines, art, animation, connecting with the community). 4. Favorite Game or Genre – Optional, but helps others get to know your tastes. 5. Goals for This Community/Course – What do you hope to gain from participating? Example: Hi, I’m Sam Gamgee (he/him), a junior producer at IndieFun Studio. I joined this community to deepen my understanding of agile project management and learn how other teams tackle vertical slice planning. I’m a fan of action‑adventure games like Horizon Zero Dawn and God of War. My goal here is to share experiences, pick up best practices for cross-disciplinary collaboration, and help others where I can. Head to the Introduction Channel <=