Funding is one of the most challenging barriers to overcome when developing a video game for indie developers. Indie games are also crucial to the cultural and technological landscape of the video game industry, as indie video game developers use their creativity to bring diverse games that AAA studios don’t always deliver, such asAmong Us. Indiedeveloper Innersloth understands this barrierfacing many of these indie developers, especially single-dev studios, and has created a fund aimed at financing indie studios with games in development.
Innersloth made the announcement at Summer Game Fest 2024, with Innersloth’s CEO Forest Willard and Communications Officer Victoria Tran. Dubbed Outersloth, the announcement came alongside a trailer detailing the motivations behind Outersloth, and some of the indie games the fund has already helped see through to launch. Inspired by the success ofAmong Us, the team at Innersloth wanted to see their success replicated in other indie projects.
Innersloth’s Commitment to the Future of Gaming
Summer Game Fest 2024 showcased many games by indie developers. These indie games range in genre from platformers to horror games and shooters. Indie games diversify the industry, and the more developers who are given the chance to bring their ideas to life, the better the industry will become.
Innersloth’s decision to uplift other developers to have a better chance at finding thesameAmong Ussuccessis exactly the kind of attitude the gaming industry needs to encourage. Video game development, much like the hobby, is about community and working with others, and helping others achieve their dreams is what’s going to make the future of the video game industry a very positive one.
Games Funded By Outersloth
Innersloth showcased some of the gamesit’s already funded with Outersloth, all of which have been created by small or single-dev teams. Some of the games are available to purchase on Steam, some can be wishlisted, and others are still in development.
Mars First Logistics (Shape Shop)
Anopen-world physics simulation game,Mars First Logisticsis about building and transporting equipment across the surface of Mars. The artwork is visually striking and the game has a co-op option to build and design with friends.
One BTN Bosses (Midnight Munchies)
One BTN Bosses is a creative take on the bullet hell genre of video games that have seen waves of popularity over the decades. Rather than facing the same enemies repeatedly with different strategies, developer Midnight Munchies developed dozens of viable playstyles and strategies.
Battle Suit Aces (Trinket Studios)
A card battle RPG,Battle Suit Acesalso involves building the ultimate mecha suit and spaceship, where battles are played out through card games. There are dozens of characters to meet with quests centered around them.
Project Dosa (Outerloop Games)
Still in early production and planned for a 2026 release, Outerloop Games combines the power of building strong communities with the fun of mechas and turn-based combat.Project Dosaallows players to take on enemies while nurturing those around them through food and social security. Cooking is included, and players can find recipes to expand their repertoire of meals they can share with their community.
Rogue Eclipse (HUSKRAFTS)
This roguelike campaign takes players across the stars in a fighter to fight in space battles. Described as “arcade combat in an epic setting”,Rogue Eclipseallows players to upgrade and personalize their fighter in a striking setting.
Mossfield Archives (Studio Any Percent)
Described as a game about building and exploring connections, images fromMossfield Archivesdepict buildings in a mountainous jungle.
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