Video game commerce company Xsolla will be partnering with Curine Ventures for a new game development initiative.

Announced during Level Up KL 2023/MYDCF arranged by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), the initiative is called the Xsolla Curine Academy. It’s a program dedicated to nurturing and empowering local talent within the video game industry. Its goal is to provide game developers with comprehensive industry-leading programs designed to equip them with skills and knowledge for a successful career. The program features various programs for 4 to 12 months, where participants undergo an intensive game development curriculum. These include:

• Marketing
• Project Management
• Programming
• Art
• Quality Assurance
• Business
• Publishing
• Analytics

The initiative also has a Game Incubator program which lasts 4 to 12 months. In addition, the Xsolla Curine Academy will be combined with the Xsolla Funding Club and Accelerator, thus featuring a 180+ investors network and publishers for indie game makers and anyone part of the academy. Here’s a quote from Xsolla CEO Chris Hewish about the academy:

“At Xsolla, we’re committed to growing and empowering the global video game ecosystem by helping to share knowledge that leads to innovation, growth, and prosperity from a game career. In Kuala Lumpur, where local talent abounds, we recognize a gap between local talent and the industry opportunities available to them.

The launch of Xsolla Curine Academy is a monumental step towards bridging that gap. It’s an investment in developing the skills and knowledge base of aspiring game developers in this region. But it’s also our way of giving back to a community that has generously supported us. With the diverse programs, expert-led workshops, and invaluable network offered through the Academy, we’re laying the foundation for a robust gaming community in Malaysia.”

For more on the Xsolla Academy, check out the official website.