OUR MISSION

The video game industry is facing unprecedented volatility, with soaring development costs and widespread layoffs threatening studios of all sizes. AAA budgets have become unsustainable, while indie developers struggle to secure funding and long-term viability.

ShawneeXP addresses these challenges by offering:

  • Mentorship from Industry Experts (Rami Ismail, Renee Gittens, and More!)

  • A low-cost, high-support environment

  • State of the Art Facilities at Shawnee State University

  • Housing in beautiful Portsmouth, Ohio

  • Global Entrepreneur in Residence Program for international developers

  • Networking with publishers, investors, and studios

Our goal is to empower studios to build resilient, scalable business models and thrive through sustainable development practices and strategic industry connections.

Next Cohort: June 1 2026

  • Location: Portsmouth, Ohio

  • Duration: 10 Weeks

  • Demo Day: November 10, 2025

  • Topics Covered: Legal, Business Fundamentals, Marketing, AI, Funding, Monetization, etc.

  • Teams: 10 teams, max 5 members on-site