Alpha Games, a leading gaming localization company dedicated to creating authentic international gaming experiences, announced the launch of its “Carmello Loves Indies” localization grant. The program will award one independent game developer with £5,000 (USD $5,000/€5,000/¥1,000,000 JPY) worth of professional localization services to help bring their game to global markets.

The Alpha Games team believes that players around the world are united by one truth: we all speak the language of play. Over the past few years, we’ve seen that the indie game development scene has been the perfect embodiment of this ethos. Indie developers are constantly impressing with new approaches to gameplay and narrative, at times even experimenting with the very definition of ‘video game.’

The grant reflects Alpha Games’ commitment to supporting independent developers who often face budget constraints when expanding to international markets. As guardians of the gameplay experience, Alpha Games understands that every player deserves an engaging and authentic gaming experience, regardless of their location or language.

Grant Details:

• Award Value: £5,000 in localization services (equivalent to USD $5,000/€5,000/¥1,000,000 JPY)
• Submission Period: October 6th – December 7th, 2025
• Winner Announcement: Via LinkedIn and other social media channels

Application Requirements:

Applicants must provide:

• Studio name and location
• Brief game synopsis (up to 500 words)
• Expected word count for translation
• Preferred languages for translation

Additional materials such as game vertical slices and Steam Wishlist totals are optional but may strengthen applications.

Alpha Games has been supporting game developers in taking their creations global for years, offering comprehensive localization services from translation through voiceover recording and LQA. The company’s indie-focused offerings are specifically designed to help studios on a budget share their worlds and creations with players around the world.

About Alpha Games

Alpha Games is a gaming localization company that understands the power of immersion in the gaming industry. Its team of passionate gamers works tirelessly to ensure every game speaks the language of its players, capturing nuances, cultural references, and unique components that make each region special. As localization experts and guardians of the gameplay experience, Alpha Games helps developers bring authentic gaming experiences to players worldwide.