Hamburg's Gamecity initiative opens applications for its second 2026 prototype funding round on September 4, with a deadline of September 24. Studios based in Hamburg or planning to relocate there can apply for up to €80,000 (~$93,000) in non-repayable grants toward game development. Total annual funding stands at €400,000 (~$460,000). The awarding committee includes Valentina Birke of Indie Arena Booth, Nina Muller of Goodgame Studios, and Paul Taaks of Overhype Studios, the Battle Brothers developer.
Source: Gamecity Hamburg