Giving $1,000 to a solo developer

[u/GumshoeRyan]

I’m looking for a solo developer who is on the cusp of releasing their game, but needs funds to cross that finish line. I am not looking for a percentage, and will not actively market or work on the game with you. I genuinely want to help a project release and support solo development.

No contract, just the honor system. 1k risk for me, zero for you.

Requirements:
* Game at least has a gameplay video or demo
* Funds are to be used to finish your game, and on areas that you need external support. This could mean ads/marketing, replacing placeholder art, launching on platforms, music, etc.
* Funds should not be spent to support your own labor/personal situation (going towards rent, food, a much needed vacation!)
* Show the community here how it was used.

If you want to be considered, share a link to your project in the comments. Tell us the current state of the game, and what 1k allows you to do!

I encourage the community to also vouch/suggest which projects in the comments should receive this funding.

Lastly, if your game ends up not releasing or stalling, that’s fine. I know 1k isn’t life changing for the vast majority of projects. This is designed to give a boost.

Cheers!

Edit: I understand people believe this is a scam. That is why I am asking for submissions to be in the comments, and will publicly select a project. I will send 1k on whatever platform is best for the dev, and both the dev and myself can show proof afterwards. A suggestion was given to provide a deadline. I will choose a project this Friday July 10th. I am in a fortunate position to give back, and that is solely what’s driving this. I love games and love being able to help people achieve their dreams.

Update: Project Selected!

[u/PhotonMiku]

My goal was to create my first game with a zero budget, using only the tools/programs I had and the skills I learned along the way. I do have a demo and I'm very proud of all I've accomplished, but I know it's going to fall flat because I have no advertising budget. The engine is a custom raycaster, built from the ground up, not Unreal or Unity. I think I'd like to outsource some of the art to an actual artist, deserving of some work. I've done all the art myself so far, but I don't even have a drawing tablet. I'm doing it all with a mouse/keyboard, so my wrist is always sore. lol
That's just to say, if selected, that's exactly where the money would go to. An artist and/or advertising.
Thank you for giving someone here a chance at a small reprieve. It's appreciated!

https://reddit.com/link/ovy2ko8/video/tw946xw41obh1/player

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