The Ubisoft Indie Series presented by National Bank is an annual competition for independent game development studios, offering cash prizes, mentorship, and creative, marketing, and financial tools to help local studios and their games reach new heights.

This Canadian initiative is part of the Ubisoft Entrepreneurs program, which supports the growth of local entrepreneurs in the technology and entertainment industries with mentorship, expertise, grants and funding.

The Ubisoft Indie Series will invite up to 10 studios to pitch and demo their games before a jury comprised of Ubisoft and National Bank experts in May 2022. We’re seeking eligible games at the beginning of their production phase that are original, show great creative vision, possess great potential for success, and are created by studios that value diversity in their game and/or teams.  

Ubisoft opened its first Canadian studio in 1997. Since then, the company has played an active role in developing a passionate and creative ecosystem where studios, small and large, have collaborated to make the video game industry shine on an international level. Making games is difficult and presents many challenges: financially, creatively, and more. This is precisely why we want to connect with our colleagues, share knowledge and expertise, and together, ensure Canada continues to grow as a game development leader worldwide.

Our involvement in the contest builds on this history. National Bank was founded in 1859 by and for entrepreneurs. As we’ve grown, we’ve been there to guide tens of thousands of businesses through every stage of their development. Today, the Bank continues to serve as a key partner for businesses of all sizes. Our experts offer support to businesses in a variety of sectors and have extensive experience in developing business models for tech companies.

Questions? Please contact the Ubisoft Indie Series team at info@ubisoftindieseries.com.