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Find similar grantsGames Funding (Concept Development) is sponsored by Film- und Medienstiftung NRW. This funding supports the concept development of computer and video games and interactive content (VR/AR, web, mobile). The support is allocated as a grant and can cover up to 80% of the production costs.
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Film- und Medienstiftung NRW Games Funding - Film und Medien Stiftung NRW Film und Medien Stiftung NRW ➝ Funding ➝ Games Funding The Film- und Medienstiftung NRW supports the development and production of computer and video games and interactive content from the fields of VR/AR, web and mobile.
Applications are accepted from North Rhine-Westphalian companies and traders who are developing and producing digital games or interactive content and have a registered office, permanent establishment or a branch office in North Rhine-Westphalia, or who can credibly demonstrate at the time of application that they will have their registered office, permanent establishment or branch office in North Rhine-Westphalia when the first installment is paid.
What are the funding conditions? Funding for concept development is allocated in the form of a grant. The level of support can be up to 80% of the production costs, but no more than 20,000 Euros.
Funding for prototype development is allocated in the form of a grant. The level of support can be up to 80% of the production costs,but no more than 100,000 Euros. The production funding will be granted in the form of a conditionally repayable, interest-free loan.
The level of support can be up to 50% of the production costs, but no more than 500,000 Euros. A consultation is a prerequisite before making an application. The information and documents required for an application are set out in the application forms.
There are two – three funding sessions each The funding decisions are taken by an award committe e chaired by the CEO. Decisions are made on the basis of the funding guidelines for digital games and interactive content and a catalogue of criteria, see Annex on the guidelines. What can I combine the funding with?
Monies from this funding categorycan be combined with support from other funding programmes. If German or European law sets maximum limits for the cumulation of state aid, these limits must also be observed for funding granted according to these guidelines. Other subsidies may not be counted towards one’s own contribution.
The Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure (BMVI) has established a FAQ about the combinability with federal funding for the development of computer games. Submission dates and all further documents can be found here. Head of Digital Content/New Media
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Applications are accepted from North Rhine-Westphalian companies and traders who are developing and producing digital games or interactive content and have a registered office, permanent establishment or a branch office…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to €20,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was September 11, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Games Funding (Concept Development) is funded by Film- und Medienstiftung NRW. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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