Game Devs of Color Expo Awards $15,000 in Grants to Independent Developers

Gaming Staff • September 23, 2024

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The ninth annual Game Devs of Color Expo, a celebration of game developers from around the world who identify as people of color, took place recently with discussions, panels, interviews, and game announcements. The event saw over 1,200 attendees across its main virtual conference and new in-person watch parties in Los Angeles, New York, and Bellevue.

Three independent game developers, Victory Duru, Farfama Hargaaya, and Blas David Castañeda Martinez, received the Game Devs of Color Grant of $5,000 each, sponsored by No More Robots. Additionally, the 2023 grant awarded to Daniel Lowe for Parkour Legends was enhanced by the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment into a Made in NY Grant.

The Game Devs of Color Expo Direct premiered on September 18, revealing 33 new game trailers, which can be viewed on the Game Devs of Color Expo YouTube channel. All of the games featured can be purchased or wishlisted on the Game Devs of Color Expo Steam Sale.

Game Devs of Color also launched its new jobs board at gamedevsofcolorexpo.com/jobs. The organization is dedicated to amplifying the creative power held by people of color in games and creating a better games industry that is intersectional and equitable.

Meta Quest, the Sustaining sponsor of the event, said, "We believe events like Game Devs of Color are crucial to creating a more equitable and vibrant gaming ecosystem, providing resources and opportunity. As a company committed to building a more inclusive games community, we strive to empower devs of color to create those games and experiences that accurately reflect the diversity of our world.”

The Game Devs of Color Expo is organized by the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Game Devs of Color, which aims to amplify the creative power held by people of color in games and create a better games industry that is intersectional and equitable. The organization unites the vibrant community, builds access to knowledge, funding, and opportunities, and organizes revolutionary events. Follow Game Devs of Color Expo on Facebook, Instagram, and X, and subscribe on YouTube.

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