Indie Starter Kit - The Basics of Founding a Successful Games Company

Explore the essential steps and strategies for founding a successful games company in this 43-minute GDC 2023 talk. Learn from industry veteran Dino Patti, who shares insights from his experience starting three companies: Playdead, JUMPSHIP, and coherence. Gain valuable knowledge on the journey from initial idea to game release and beyond, including prioritization, deal structures, emotional challenges, and crucial differences between first and subsequent ventures. Discover what to do at each stage, how to navigate publisher relationships, and avoid common pitfalls in game development and company creation. Benefit from Patti's candid advice on what he wishes he knew when starting out in the industry, equipping yourself with the tools to launch and grow a thriving indie games company.