The call “Video games and immersive content development” of the Media component of the Creative Europe program aims to support European companies in the development of interactive narrative works, such as video games or interactive immersive content. These projects must stand out for their originality, their innovation and their commercial potential on European and international markets.
Eligible projects
- Type of projects : Video games or interactive immersive content presenting a continuous narrative and significant commercial ambition.
- Eligible activities : Development phases of at least 10 months, between February 12, 2025 and December 13, 2025, before the start of production. Production begins as soon as a playable prototype or trial version is available. Projects must be intended for commercial exploitation on various platforms, including PC, consoles, mobile devices and other technologies.
Eligibility Criteria for Candidates
- Type of actors : Independent European companies or consortia specialized in the production/development of video games, the development of entertainment software or audiovisual production.
- Experience required : Have produced and marketed a video game or immersive experience between January 1, 2022 and February 12, 2025. Projects carried out through subcontracting (work-for-hire) or early access are not eligible.
- Project duration : Maximum of 36 months, with entry into production planned no earlier than December 13, 2025.
Particular attention will be given to projects proposing strategies to promote environmental sustainability, balance, inclusion, diversity and gender representativeness.
The envelope for the 2024/2025 call is €7,000,000. The maximum amount of support is 60% of direct costs (personnel, materials) up to a maximum of €200,000 per project.
For more details, see the official call page.
