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Pocketpair’s Publishing Arm Receives Overwhelming Response
In a surprise move, Palworld developer Pocketpair has launched a new publishing business, and the response has been nothing short of phenomenal. Just a week after opening its doors, the company has received an astonishing 1,500 LinkedIn requests, with a total of 400 emails, 150 pitches, and over 2,000 LinkedIn requests pouring in.
A Horrifying Success
One of the first projects to be signed by Pocketpair is a new horror game from Surgent Studios, the team behind Tales of Kenzera: Zau. Founded by actor Abubakar Salim, the game is shrouded in mystery, with no further details revealed at this time. However, it’s clear that Pocketpair is committed to helping indie developers bring their projects to life.
The Challenges of Funding
The sheer volume of pitches Pocketpair has received reflects the growing challenge faced by indie studios in securing funding for their games. This issue has been brought to the forefront following BioWare’s recent layoffs, with many developers taking to social media to express their frustrations.
The Power of Publishing
On Bluesky, UK developer Simon Roth, who directed the colony sim Maia and worked on Trash Goblin, shared his own experience of pitching a game to 76 publishers, only to be rejected. His story serves as a stark reminder of the difficulties faced by indie developers in finding the right publisher.
Pocketpair’s Promise
Despite the challenges, Pocketpair’s enthusiasm for publishing is a beacon of hope for many developers. The company’s commitment to reviewing each request and pitch is a refreshing change from the usual rejection letters. As Pocketpair continues to grow, it will be fascinating to see which projects receive the backing they need.
Key Takeaways
- Pocketpair’s publishing arm has received an overwhelming response, with 1,500 LinkedIn requests and 400 emails.
- The company has signed its first project, a horror game from Surgent Studios.
- The challenges of funding indie games are a major concern for many developers.
- Pocketpair’s commitment to reviewing each request and pitch is a refreshing change from the usual rejection letters.
Will Pocketpair be able to make good on its promise to help indie developers bring their projects to life? Only time will tell.
