Sacramento Developer Collective

Join the Sacramento Developer Collective and Hunu Publishing for a talk exploring what video game publishers look for when evaluating independent game projects.

Representatives from Hunu will share their perspective on what can help a project stand out, from the strength of its core concept and development vision to its scope, market potential, and overall presentation. We’ll also discuss how developers can prepare their projects before reaching out to publishers and what they should have ready when it’s time to pitch.

The talk will cover materials publishers may expect to see, including prototypes, trailers, pitch decks, budgets, development timelines, and market research.

Whether you’re a student working on your first game, a hobbyist thinking about taking a project further, or an experienced indie developer considering publishing opportunities, this talk is an opportunity to learn more about the publishing process directly from people working on that side of the industry.

Come learn what publishers are looking for—and how to make sure your game is ready when opportunity comes knocking.

Join us at Galaxy Games Café for a special Playtesting Day where developers can set up at a table and share their games with the public! Café visitors will be able to sit down, try out your game, and give you valuable feedback in a relaxed, real-world environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity not only to playtest your game—whether it’s digital or analog—but also to build interest, connect with new players, and become part of a growing creative community. Developers get the chance to see firsthand how players interact with their work, while attendees get a sneak peek at upcoming indie games and prototypes.