WePlay HUB
Gaming Accelerator in Europe, Central Asia and Turkey
WePlay HUB is a 3-Month Gaming Acceleration Program where gaming studios can explore and utilize the broad network of WePlay Ventures and get access to gaming industry experts, experienced founders, and investors.
Key Takeaways
Program’s Process
We accept applications from Europe, Central Asia and Turkey to our acceleration program, which starts on the first day of each quarter. We invest in the most promising gaming studios that have successfully completed the acceleration program.
We accept gaming studios showing potential that have a concrete strategy to launch their game globally. WePlay HUB empowers studios across Europe, Central Asia & Turkey; regardless of the platform. (Mobile, PC, Console, Web3, AR/VR) Think you’re a good fit? To speed up your growth, apply for WePlay Hub through this link.
- Pre-seed stage
- Core game developer studio
- Minimum 4 members
- Studios from Europe, Central Asia, Turkey
WePlay Hub collects applications from Turkey, Europe & Central Asia. We select gaming studios with global scalability potential for the program.
- We will evaluate each applicant and contact those who have successfully passed our preliminary process.
- We will organize a meeting with the gaming studios, in which gaming studios will pitch us their ideas through a presentation.
Gaming studios that have passed the pitch meeting successfully will be selected to join the acceleration program.
Gaming studios that are selected to join WePlay HUB will begin their acceleration process. WePlay Hub will transfer crucial technical and business know-how to the selected gaming studios through a 3-month program. The acceleration program will start on the first day of each quarter and will consist of weekly 1:1 meetings with our mentors.
Studios that demonstrate exponential growth and traction during WePlay HUB’s acceleration program will be considered for investment opportunities. Our ticket size is up to $ 300k and 15% of equity.
1.Solid Foundations
- Jumpstart your vision into a market-ready business with a tailor-made development roadmap, transforming your innovative ideas into a polished enterprise.
2. Monetization Mastery
- Collaborate with us to pinpoint optimal monetization strategies tailored to your game’s platform and genre. We’ll also delve into pioneering monetization methods and craft a tactical plan to maximize revenue.
3.Technical Prowess
- Benefit from comprehensive support in game conceptualization, prototyping, and polishing. Our technical mentors will equip you with essential tools and knowledge, ensuring you master the craft of successful game design.
4.Accelerating Traction
- Develop a multifaceted strategy covering technical, business, and developmental milestones. Leveraging our extensive network and deep industry insights, we’ll position your game studio for noticeable market traction.
5.Network with Industry Leaders
- Engage directly with influential figures in the gaming industry through exclusive events, talks, podcasts, and networking opportunities. Gain invaluable feedback, forge strategic partnerships, and elevate your game to new heights.
6.Focused Growth
- Participate in targeted game testing sessions to evaluate key performance metrics and refine your publishing strategy. Our collaborative approach ensures your games not only reach the market but also resonate with audiences and achieve commercial success.
7.Investment Prep
- Graduates from WePlay HUB will be thoroughly prepared for investment rounds, equipped with critical knowledge and all necessary documentation to confidently secure funding and propel your business forward.
What We Offer
Core Gains
Our Roadmap
Introduction Meeting
Due Diligence
Selection Meeting
We evaluate the gaming studio with all of its merits, our process from the introduction meeting continues and a decision is made in regard to progress the studio to the Starz platform.
WePlay Starz
Decision Meeting
WePlay team, through the gaming studios journey in the Starz Platform assesses and evaluates whether if an investment should be made. If positively concluded the investment process begins.
Business Curriculum
Technical Curriculum
HUB Team
Our Starz Mentors
Our HUB Portfolio
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Batch 2
Batch 3
Batch 4
Batch 5
Our FAQ
Who is the program designed for?
We are looking for early-stage gaming studios with global scaling potential that have plans to launch their game globally. We enroll gaming studios which develop games for all platforms (Mobile, Console, PC and Web3) from European, Turkey and Central Asian countries into our hub.
What does the program offer?
WePlay Hub offers strategic partnerships, expertise, and investment opportunities to early-stage gaming studios with global scaling potential. Gaming Studios that are successful in their evaluation will be added onto WePlay Ecosystem which is our advisory and networking platform and WePlay Team will select gaming studios that have shown exponential success and traction during the process and evaluate them as investment opportunities will have the chance to receive an initial investment.
What topics are covered in the training sessions?
The training sessions cover a wide range of Business Curriculum and Technical Curriculum. In these sessions, there will be detailed content on finance, business development, investment management, strategy, game design, development, art and marketing, which will be needed by the studios and will contribute to their improvement.
What is the duration and target regions of the WePlay HUB Program?
The WePlay HUB Program is a 12-week intensive online experience designed to accelerate the growth of gaming studios in Europe, Central Asia, and Turkey. This program provides participants with an immersive journey that equips them with the necessary tools and knowledge to take their studios to the next level.
What support is available to program participants after graduating from the program?
WePlay HUB provides an acceleration program that supports emerging talent in the industry. Upon graduation, participants will gain access to WePlay’s international network of industry professionals and partner network. Successful graduates showing exceptional progress during the program will be considered for an investment.
Can we apply again if we are not accepted?
Yes. If you have significant updates since your last application in the months between applications, you are welcome to submit a new application.
How does WePlay HUB select teams for the program?
The studio must be a core game developer studio, pre-seed and seed stage, have at least 4 members in team, from the regions covered.
How much does WePlay Ventures invest?
Gaming Studios that are successful in their evaluation will be added onto WePlay Ecosystem which is our advisory and networking platform and will have the chance to receive an initial investment after pitch day. The investment will be up to 300K USD.
How often is the WePlay HUB program held?
The WePlay HUB program runs in 3-month cycles.
How does the application process work?
Once you submit your application, our team will review and reach out to the top applicants for an initial interview. Two-stage meetings are organized with the startups that are eligible for acceleration, including the technical team. After the approval of the technical team, the startups participate in the acceleration program for three months.