[From the industry] NEOWIZ reveals NEOWIZ Quest contest to spark narrative indie game development globally

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NEOWIZ, led by co-CEOs Seungchul Kim and Taegeun Bae, unveiled a new indie game development program called NEOWIZ Quest. With a prize pool totaling more than $115,000, the fund aims to create an environment emphasizing story-driven game development that bridges themes and characters for the global gaming market.

Anyone developing an indie game, including individual developers, teams, and aspiring entrepreneurs, can apply through the official website. Participation in the contest is free. There are no restrictions on the game genre or platform, but works that have already been commercialized, such as Early Access, cannot apply for consideration.

“At NEOWIZ, we are dedicated to fostering the next wave of game developers who are paving the way for narrative experiences that resonate with audiences worldwide,” said Seungchul Kim, Co-CEO, NEOWIZ. “Through NEOWIZ Quest, we hope to create a supportive environment where creators can focus on developing their games and ignite a fresh and innovative approach to what indie gaming can be.”

The application deadline for NEOWIZ Quest is Friday, January 16, 2026. Submitted applications and builds can be modified up until the deadline. The 10 finalists, including the grand prize, best price, and prize winners, will be determined after the submission period. Winners will be revealed in an offline awards ceremony scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026.

As a global leader in console, PC and mobile gaming, NEOWIZ Quest is the company’s largest-scaled contest for developers to date. The program reaffirms their dedication to publishing a diverse catalog of titles from passionate teams. In the past year, NEOWIZ has bolstered its commitment to indie game development with recent partnership agreements with BLANK Studio, ZAKAZANE, Wolfeye Studios, Lizard Smoothie, JINO Games and more. 

To learn more about NEOWIZ Quest and how to enter, please visit the NEOWIZ Quest website.