At the 10th anniversary edition of Reboot Develop Blue 2025 this April, a standout panel delved into the increasing importance of international co-productions in game development. The discussion, featuring CGDA, the GAME-ER partner, highlighted how these collaborations allow studios to combine diverse skill sets and cultural perspectives, and, most importantly, to access multiple national funding opportunities. This approach fosters creativity and ensures financial sustainability across borders.
Reboot Develop Blue, held in Dubrovnik, Croatia, is a game industry conference representing a key meeting point for industry professionals, including developers, artists, executives, and investors. The 2025 edition marked the conference’s special 10th anniversary, bringing together top talent from all aspects of the global games industry to discuss the future of the field.
International co-productions are more a strategic necessity for studios aiming for innovation and financial health. The benefits are clear:
The panel at Reboot Develop Blue brought together a diverse group of industry leaders to share their perspectives on co-productions.
The experts offered valuable guidance from the viewpoints of a game development association, a national games fund, a game developer, an audiovisual center, and a business development specialist.
The expert discussions at Reboot Develop Blue 2025 underscore a fundamental shift in the game development landscape. International co-productions are not merely an option but a strategic imperative for studios seeking to innovate, scale, and achieve long-term viability in a highly competitive global market. By strategically leveraging diverse talent pools and accessing a broader spectrum of financial resources, these collaborations are defining a new standard for creative and commercial success.
