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We don’t just publish,
we build together.

We work together with you from the planning stage, through trial and error, to create works that will reach the world.
Together, we search for the right people to bring your game to life.
To reach fans yet to be discovered, we work together to spread the word to the world.

We're more than just sales, marketing, and localization. We're development partners who work alongside creators from day one.

And we are always looking for creators to run alongside us.

With your dream of reaching the world, let's take that first step together.

You can apply even with just a project proposal.

Only the following two things are required when applying:

A "Project Proposal" for the game you want to create. Project Proposal Project Proposal
A "Portfolio" summarizing your past creative activities. Portfolio Portfolio

If you have already started creating a game, please also send us your current build, specifications, story scripts, and other production materials.

We evaluate your strengths and support you in areas where you have doubts.

You don't need to be perfect at the time of application.
All that's needed is a strength that can reach the world.

We define strengths along the following three axes:

Unique individuality that no one else can imitate. Unique individuality Unique individuality
An idea that no one else has thought of. Idea Idea
Quality that stands out even among similar works. Quality Quality

If even one of these applies to you, we, as a publisher, will support you in "creating together" the rest.

Application Guidelines

Deliverables
Required

Project Proposal

Please include the following:
* Game content you wish to create
* Development costs and their breakdown
* Production schedule
* Introduction of production team members
Required

Portfolio

Please showcase past works by the current production team and its members. Works other than games are also acceptable.
Optional

Build in Progress

If production has already begun, please submit the current build (in a format compatible with Windows PCs).
Optional

Video

If you have a trailer or gameplay video, please submit it.
Optional

Production Materials

If production has already begun, please submit production materials such as specifications, scenario scripts, and setting materials.
How to Apply
Please apply using the form at the bottom of this page.
  • Submitted proposals will be reviewed in the order they are received. While we typically respond within approximately one month, please note that it may take longer depending on the volume of applications.
Review & Production Flow
Games that are selected for development are divided into four phases, with a defined budget and schedule set for each phase.
At the end of each phase, a review is conducted to determine whether the project will advance to the next phase.
01

Prototype

We create and refine a "project proposal, playable demo, and video mockup" to verify the core appeal of the game and the feasibility of the concept.
02

Trial Version

We develop a product-quality playable demo that communicates the game's appeal in a short amount of time, and conduct user testing to evaluate fun factor and playability.
03

Beta

All features and content are implemented, and we verify whether the volume is sufficient to deliver the intended player experience.
04

Master

Final bug fixes, polish, and localization are completed.
  • Please note that, depending on the scale of development costs, a different production flow may be used.
  • Please also note that, depending on the review results at each phase, we may discontinue publisher support partway through development.

Strengths and Support Services

As a publisher, we possess the following strengths:
POINT01
Experienced Production System
Supporting game creators is our experienced producer team, who have launched numerous titles and worked alongside creators.
POINT02
Work-First Investment System
An organizational structure that actively invests and takes on challenges to create great works.
POINT03
Global Promotion System
Specialists in each region collaborate to conduct promotional activities that leverage the strengths of the work.
Specifically, we provide support such as:
  • Progress and budget management
  • Investment in development costs
  • Lending of development equipment and software
  • Support for recruiting insufficient personnel
  • Relationships with platform providers and media
  • Store procedures
  • Overall promotion
  • Video and graphic asset production
  • QA, localization, LQA
  • IP development outside of the game, such as merchandise
  • Specific support details will be determined on a case-by-case basis, tailored to the content of the proposal and the production structure.

Application Terms and Conditions

  1. This call for applications (this “Call”) is open to individuals and corporations (including unincorporated organizations). Individuals who have not reached the age of 18 at the time of application must obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian.
  2. Proposals submitted will be officially selected for support upon passing the review process and executing a support agreement. Submission of a proposal for this Call, communication from us, Shueisha Games Inc. (the “Company”), or the presentation of support details do not constitute a promise that the support will be provided.
  3. The Company does not accept submissions of proposals using IPs, characters, or other materials of which rights are owned or managed by third parties, including Shueisha Inc. (2-5-10 Hitotsubashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; “Shueisha”).
  4. Application data (Game proposals, portfolios, builds, etc.) must be submitted in Japanese or English.
  5. All copyrights and other intellectual property rights in the submitted data shall belong to the applicant. The applicant grants the Company permission to reproduce, modify, or otherwise use the submitted data to the extent necessary for reviewing the submission.
  6. The information (including personal information) provided by the applicant in the application process will be used only to the extent necessary for the reviewing purpose and will be managed to ensure that it is not disclosed to anyone other than the Company’s and Shueisha’s officers and employees involved in this Call. Handling of applicants’ personal information other than the purpose of use shall be in accordance with the Company’s Privacy Policy (https://shueisha-games.com/en/guideline/privacy/).
  7. The Company shall not be prevented from producing, selling, or using any game titles, videos, images, promotional materials, or other content (collectively, “Game Titles”) that are unintentionally identical or similar to the content submitted by the applicant. The applicant agrees not to make any claim that any of the Company’s Game Titles is/are identical or similar to the content submitted by the applicant, except where it can reasonably be inferred that the Company’s Game Titles were intentionally based on the applicant’s submission.
  8. The matters related to this Call shall be governed by the laws of Japan.

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*Please note that we may not be able to respond to your inquiry if any of the required application information is omitted or incorrect. We ask for your understanding in advance with this.
Thank you for submitting!

We have received your submission and will review the information provided. Our team will contact you at the email address you provided after reviewing the details.

Please stay tuned and await further communication.
We greatly appreciate your cooperation.

Thank you for your continued support of Shueisha Games!
*Please note that we may not be able to respond to your inquiry if any of the required application information is omitted or incorrect. We ask for your understanding in advance with this.
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FAQ

Yes, you can. In that case, please submit a project proposal and portfolio, as well as current builds and production materials.
However, as a publisher that "creates together," we want to work with you from the initial planning stages. Therefore, even if development is well underway at the time of application, we may need to rework the project from scratch after it's selected.
Yes, you can apply. We believe that even if you have no experience in game development itself, you can create new games by utilizing your other development experience. Therefore, please include examples of your past work, not limited to game development, in your portfolio when applying.
For information on how to approach project planning and how to write a project proposal, please refer to the explanatry articles on the Game Creators CAMP official note.
Yes, you can apply. In that case, you will need to find production members during the prototype production phase. We will provide assistance and advice regarding member search, but the final decision on who to hire will be yours.
We will assess the appropriateness of the budget based on the project's content and scale. Please note, however, that the review and production workflows may be subject to change depending on the overall budget size.

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