GMG Android Launchpad Program
Since 2014, Girls Make Games has provided educational access and support to girls and non-binary students all around the world through summer camps, workshops and year-round mentorship sessions. As part of our growing mission, we’re expanding our programs to include Android development/porting for underrepresented developers of all ages.
For a second year IN A ROW, we’re thrilled to offer FINANCIAL support, mentorship and guidance to developers interested in bringing their game to the Play Store!
Please meet Mografi and 2Awesome, the graduates of our inaugural program.
Their games Jenny LeClue and AK-Xolotl are now out on the Play Store!
Opted for Track 2: Hands-on version of the program.
Mografi received a $15K grant to bring their award winning title Jenny LeClue to the Play Store.
Opted for Track 1: Hands-off version of the program.
2Awesome worked with GMG and our porting partners SuperSoul to bring their award winning title AK-xoltl to the Play Store.
To qualify for the program, studios/devs must meet the following criteria:
Have a commercially viable / published game that is suited for mobile port
Game revenues must average $10K/mo over the last 6 months (can be across multiple platforms, eg Steam / Nintendo)
Have at least 1 core team member who identifies as female/nb OR the game identified for porting features a female protagonist / themes aligning with GMG’s mission and values
Agree to provide at least 5 hours of mentorship to GMG students (under 18) in 2026
Selected program participants may opt into one of the two tracks offered:
Track 1: Hands off Porting, no Funding
No cost Android port developed by GMG’s experienced partners. Porting will include adapting / modifying the game for mobile.
Receive support / guidance on Google Play store launch, including but not limited to:
No cost GP Store page creation
Opportunity to highlight and promote the mobile launch through GMG’s partners
Mentorship and coaching on designing for mobile, Google Play store best practices delivered by experienced mobile studios
Track 2: Hands-on Porting with Funding
Studio/developer takes on the responsibility of adapting and porting their game for Android and ships to Google Play by May, 2026. (Studios may sub-contract third-party porting company for the project at their discretion)
GMG provides $13K in funding to support the port
GMG provides support / guidance on Google Play store launch, including but not limited to:
No cost GP Store page creation
Opportunity to highlight and promote the mobile launch through GMG’s partners
Mentorship and coaching on designing for mobile, Google Play store best practices delivered by experienced mobile studios
Program Timeline (for either track):
July 21: Applications open on GMG’s website
October 1: Application closed
October 2 - Oct 30: Participants identified, vetted and enrolled in the program
Nov, 2025 - March, 2026: Port Development and Launch on Play Store
