Support for Video Game Production
The scheme can support operating and investment costs linked to producing the game, including part of the communication and marketing costs. The support rate may not exceed 50% and the announced cap is €150,000. The applicant must prove ownership of the rights.
Video game studios, publishers and distributors can apply for Nouvelle-Aquitaine regional aid to support the production of a game intended for commercial release. The Region examines in particular the project’s artistic quality and economic feasibility, with attention to innovative projects and their environmental or social effects. Contacting the Digital Delegation is mandatory before any application.
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Who can apply
Businesses of all sizes, primarily video game development studios, publishers and distributors, based in the region and able to prove ownership of the rights.
Eligibility conditions
The Region states that businesses of all sizes may be concerned, subject in particular to proving ownership of the rights to the game. Selection is based on artistic interest and economic feasibility. Prior contact with the Digital Delegation is mandatory; it does not mean the application is accepted.
What the scheme covers
The official page covers costs linked to producing the game, both operating and investment, and also cites communication/marketing costs. The breakdown of costs, the eligibility period and any excluded items must be validated with the Region.
Amount and funding terms
Grant of 50% of accepted eligible costs, up to €150,000. The scheme is granted under the European “de minimis” regime, which limits total public aid per business to €200,000 over 3 consecutive financial years.
How to apply
Contact the Digital Delegation before any application. Prepare a presentation of the game, the production timetable, the rights held, a detailed budget, the financing plan and evidence of commercial feasibility. Wait for the department’s confirmation of the documents and application channel.
Timeline
Contact is mandatory before applying. The page consulted does not show that a single closing date applies to all applications; confirm the status of the session with the Digital Delegation.
Key facts
- Funder
- Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €150,000
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Funding rate
- 50%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Frequently asked questions
Which video game projects can be supported?
The scheme targets the production of a video game, with the following objective: developing the local industry, primarily independent studios, either through their own productions or as service providers; supporting ambitious projects bringing innovation and creativity. Selection takes into account in particular artistic interest and economic feasibility, according to the official regional page.
Who can apply?
The catalogue targets: businesses of all sizes, primarily video game development studios, publishers and distributors, based in the region and able to prove ownership of the rights. The official page also requires proof of ownership of the rights and prior contact before applying. Confirm with the Digital Delegation whether your location in Nouvelle-Aquitaine and your studio’s situation meet the current criteria.
Which costs are taken into account and what is the cap?
The operations mentioned are: all costs linked to producing the game, whether operating and/or investment costs, including communication/marketing costs. The catalogue indicates a grant of 50% of accepted eligible costs, up to €150,000, under the European “de minimis” regime (total public aid per business limited to €200,000 over 3 consecutive financial years). The official page specifies a maximum rate of 50% and a cap of €150,000; the award depends on the review and the budget accepted.
Must I contact the Region before applying?
Yes. The Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region’s official page states that contact is mandatory before submitting the application. Prepare a presentation of the game, the financing plan, the production timetable and evidence of rights for this first discussion.
Official source
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