LOS ANGELES & CALGARY, Alberta, October 23, 2025 — Xsolla, a global video game commerce company that helps developers launch, grow, and monetize their games, today announced a new partnership with the Scaffold Institute to launch the Xsolla x Scaffold Game Accelerator Program. This 12-week initiative is designed to guide early-stage studios through the process of creating a playable demo and a publisher-ready pitch deck, providing them with the necessary tools and resources to succeed.
As competition intensifies in the global gaming industry, small and mid-sized studios often struggle to refine their creative visions while proving commercial viability to investors and publishers. The Xsolla + Scaffold program bridges this gap by pairing Scaffold’s venture studio program with Xsolla’s publisher expertise, creating a framework that enables studios to bring their projects forward confidently.
Key advantages of the Xsolla + Scaffold accelerator include:
Structured Learning: Participants complete tailored Xsolla course modules such as “Pitching to Publishers,” “Game Marketing,” “Publisher Deals,” and “Demo Milestones,” building the foundation for both creative and business growth.
Practical Development Goals: Each studio is tasked with delivering a refined 5–15 minute playable build and a long-form publisher pitch deck by the end of the program.
Industry Access: Studios will present their projects to a curated group of publishers and investors during a remote showcase event arranged by Xsolla.
Expert Insights: Pre-recorded video sessions featuring industry specialists provide guidance on marketing, funding, live services, and production. While many experts contribute to content creation, only a select few are directly engaged with studios based on program needs.
“Independent creators are the lifeblood of our industry, and this collaboration provides them with clear pathways to refine, showcase, and secure opportunities for their games,” said Justin Berenbaum, SVP, Global Industry Relations & Funding, Xsolla. “Working with Scaffold allows us to deliver practical tools and connections that help turn creative visions into commercial success.”
“Our venture studio program was designed to help developers take the most important step in their journey: raising capital,” said Matt Toner, Executive Director at the Scaffold Institute. “By joining forces with Xsolla, we’re giving Canadian studios an almost unfair advantage: both the market perspective and the industry access they need to move from idea to impact.”