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 THIRd 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 KYLYK Studios, Sunny Syrup Studios and Neoludic — our most recent graduates!
Their super-fun, cozy games Urban Jungle, Not Monday Cafe and Tiny Bookshop are now out on the Play Store! Make them a great addition to your Fall fun 🍂
All 3 teams received $13K in grant funding to bring their games to Android/Mobile ✨
“When we first started developing Urban Jungle for PC, we swore we would never even try to release it on mobile. And yet, here we are: Urban Jungle is now playable on both iOS and Android! Thanks to GMG!”
“With GMG's help we gained the opportunity to learn new skills and launch our game on a platform we never thought possible for the type of game we are making.”
Tiny Bookshop is an award winning title, with their biggest recognition being nominated for a BAFTA in the Best Games Longlist category in 2025!
We’re thrilled they were a part of our 2025-26 Android Launchpad cohort.
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 2027
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, 2027. (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):
Sept 23: Applications open on GMG’s website
Nov 30: Application closed
Nov 30 - Dec 15: Participants identified, vetted and enrolled in the program
Dec, 2026 - April, 2027: Port Development and Launch on Play Store
Please reach out with any questions/comments: INFO@girlsmakegames.com
