Xsolla, a leading global provider of business solutions for the video game industry, and IT Park Uzbekistan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the first Game Development Academy in Uzbekistan. This collaboration aims to foster local talent and support the burgeoning gaming industry in the region.
During the ICT WEEK 2024, representatives from Xsolla and IT Park Uzbekistan discussed the comprehensive plan for the GameDev Academy. The academy will focus on skill development, job creation, and providing support for the gaming industry. This initiative is expected to significantly benefit Uzbekistan by creating new job opportunities and elevating the skill level of IT professionals in the country.
Key Highlights of the MoU:
- Skill Development: The academy will offer high-quality education and training programs to develop the skills of aspiring game developers in Uzbekistan.
- Job Creation: The academy aims to create numerous job opportunities within the gaming industry by nurturing local talent.
- Industry Support: The collaboration will support the growth of the gaming industry in Uzbekistan, attracting major game studios and international investments.
IT Park Uzbekistan, a key player in the country's tech landscape, is fully committed to supporting Xsolla in realizing this ambitious project. Their role includes securing agreements with IT Park members, identifying the best location, and streamlining the legal process for establishing the company in Uzbekistan, demonstrating their unwavering support for the GameDev Academy initiative.
The establishment of the GameDev Academy in partnership with Xsolla represents a major milestone in bolstering Uzbekistan's position in the global GameDev sector. Graduates of the academy will not only contribute to the growth and evolution of Uzbekistan’s gaming industry but will also have the unique opportunity to work on international projects, gaining valuable experience and exposure on a global scale, thereby enhancing their career prospects and the industry's global standing.
About Xsolla
Xsolla is a global video game commerce company with a robust and powerful set of tools and services designed specifically for the industry. Since its founding in 2005, Xsolla has helped thousands of game developers and publishers of all sizes fund, market, launch, and monetize their games globally and across multiple platforms. As an innovative leader in game commerce, Xsolla’s mission is to solve the inherent complexities of global distribution, marketing, and monetization to help our partners reach more geographies, generate more revenue, and create relationships with gamers worldwide. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, with offices in Montreal, London, Berlin, Beijing, Guangzhou, Seoul, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur, Raleigh, and cities around the world, Xsolla supports major gaming titles like Valve, Take-Two, KRAFTON, Nexters, NetEase, Playstudios, Playrix, miHoYo, and more.
For additional information and to learn more, please visit xsolla.com
