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National digital provider Rostelecom and the Indie Go accelerator announced the launch of a new investment fund, Indie Go Start, created to support promising Russian developers and release high-quality video games for all markets.
The main objective of the Indie Go Start fund is to invest in the development of video games, from concept to final release. An important objective of the fund is to assist in the professional development of developers and the promotion of products on the Russian market.
The fund will support studios using the model of financing each stage of game development — from the alpha version to the commercial release of the game. In 2024–2025, the fund plans to invest up to 300 million rubles in about 10–15 games. Investments will primarily be directed toward the development and promotion of games.
Vladimir Varenik, Managing Partner of Indie Go Start:
"The Indie Go Start fund will allow developers to develop dynamically in an environment where they can create, learn, and find a way to enter the market. The fund will strive to support both the developers themselves and the development of the industry as a whole. We are confident that, if things are set up correctly, Russian studios can reach a new level and compete even on international platforms."
Andrey Kushnarev, Director of New Digital Products at Rostelecom:
"Rostelecom explores new markets and finds new investment and product opportunities for business development. For Rostelecom, entering the gaming market is a strategic step that will allow the company to support the development of the indie gaming industry and strengthen its own position as a leading player at the intersection of technology, content and the entertainment industry. We invite all market participants to our project."
