NYU Game Center 2025 Incubator Application are not open yet, come back on May 6th, 2025

Upcoming Key Dates

4/30 – Q&A Session for Applicants, 4:00-5:00pm on Zoom

5/6 – Applications Open

5/19 – Applications Deadline (must submit by 5pm EST)

6/4 – Selected projects pitch and demo at 5:30-7:30pm EST via video conference

6/11 – Final Decisions Sent

 

Selection Criteria

We evaluate applicants with the following questions in mind: 

1. Production Capability: Can this team clearly articulate goals for their game and do they have a plan to achieve them? Is this project at a point of development where it will benefit from being in the Incubator, and does the team have the capabilities to take it to its proposed finished state?

2. Audience Connection: Does the team have a clear vision for who the game is for? Does the project have innovative or distinctive elements that will enable it to resonate with that audience?

3. Community Contribution: Will this team thrive in and contribute to a collaborative co-working environment?

Incubator Benefits

  • Funding – $15,000 per team/game
  • Mentorship – A committed Executive Producer
  • Workshops – Practical workshops with industry experts
  • Community Coworking space – Onsite collaboration space during Summer 2025
  • Advisory Board – One-on-one or small group meetings, pitch practice, playtesting, etc with Incubator Advisors throughout the year

 

Incubator Expectations

We expect the following from participating teams:

  • Attendance and participation in program workshops, events, and coworking sessions 
  • Quarterly communication with Project Coordinator & Executive Producer
  • Participation in public showcase at end of program
  • Quarterly Progress & financial reports submitted via email  (September 30th, December 30th, etc..)
  • A revenue share on project income

 

Questions?
Check out our Q&A page or email Matteo at matteo.u@nyu.edu

Please note, we are unable to meet with teams individually prior to the application deadline. 

The NYU Game Center and the Incubator are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and safe space for applicants and participants. We welcome and highly encourage designers and developers from all backgrounds to apply.