"Unveiling Developer-Publisher Dynamics: Insights from Over 100 Game Agreements"
Boston, Massachusetts — A recent analysis of over 100 contracts between video game developers and publishers reveals a complex landscape of financial arrangements within the industry from 2017 to 2025. The report, conducted by Voyer Law, sheds light on the dynamics of developer-publisher relationships, a topic that has historically lacked transparency. The study categorizes agreements into three main types: those that involve upfront payments, those without, and contracts specifically for console game publishing. Findings indicate that contracts with advance payments favor developers significantly, with an average revenue share of 58.2%. The study notes that the … Read more