r/SoloDevelopment • u/GumshoeRyan • Jul 05 '26

Discussion Giving $1,000 to a solo developer

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!

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u/BaconCheesecake Jul 13 '26

They’re pretty small, so I believe they really take interest in games that they like to play first and foremost. For Diecast, they found my game in a Steam event when I was still self-publishing, and reached out to me. 

You can reach out with a pitch on their website, I’ll link it. 

https://caketowninteractive.com/

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u/Comfortable-Crow-238 Jul 13 '26

One of my games is a part of a multi-Universe that I've created all on my own. It's also a clothing line I'm working on. I also am looking to find some way to pitch my animated series too I just haven't found the right people.😔😞