“System Architect” at PlayStation, Mark Cernyand well-known journalists Jeff Keighley They have launched a very interesting initiative called Nova Games Foundation, a foundation dedicated to young developersdesigned to support new projects and teams in the gaming space.
The foundation is linked to university programs and will ensure Provide financial support to 20 young game designers every yearJohn Maconga serves as executive director and Ashley Corrigan, who previously served as director of the Game Developers Conference, serves as project manager.
In an interview published by Game File, Mark Cerny explained that he felt that his career was coming to an end and he wanted to make way for his successor and create a structure that would encourage the emergence of new talent in video game development.
A way to support the future of industry
Geoff Keighley has also actively supported independent development for many years, and the Nova Games Foundation project is entirely based on charityso there is no intention to earn or recoup costs, just to support emerging talent.
“I have never owned shares in a video game company or had a financial stake in a video game,” Keighley said. “Nova is a charitable initiative – we do not acquire shares or seek to recoup funds provided.”
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“What we hope to gain in return is creative: to help new voices make video games and find their own path,” explains the journalist and presenter. Game Awards and Gamescom Opening Night Live.
“Mark and I have both donated millions of dollars to establish the foundation and plan to continue to contribute. We hope others will join us.” Given the current difficulties facing the industry, Cerny and Keighley also hope that through this initiative, they can contribute in some way to creating a safer future for developers.