Video game developers excites investors with pitches at Microsoft camp
Several video game developers who presented their projects to a camp organized at the weekend by Microsoft, one of the world’s largest technology firms are optimistic they will source for funds for their projects.
Some of the games showcased in the camp included ‘Tingish’ and ‘Finke Desert Race’ by Arkitech Studios, which noteworthy received The Fak’ugesi Festival Awards in 2022, the first of its kind in Africa in the video gaming niche. animation, virtual reality/augmented reality, digital arts and music.
Africa’s video games industry is projected to generate $1bn in revenues in 2023 for the first time from $800m (Sh103. 93bn) in 2022.
“Africa is on the precipice of something quite remarkable as far as gaming is concerned. It is refreshing to see the kind of innovative and enthusiast that we have seen here,” Melissa Boone, Principal Xbox Research Manager.
Addressing the same function, Melissa Boone — the Principal Xbox Research Manager as well as the Chief of staff at 343 industries which falls under Xbox game studios- was quick to note that they are more than willing to foster gaming talent.
”At Xbox, we are convinced that games are able to unite and transform people, therefore, our mission is to facilitate the work of gifted designers and assist them in making their vision come true,” she said.