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We’ve Seen Too Many Studios Fall
Stuart, Jay, Tom, and Melissa didn’t set out to start a consultancy!
They were each out there doing their thing, advising indie teams, helping founders get funding, tightening up pitches, navigating publishing deals, sorting out team structure, fixing marketing messes, and talking way too many people off the ledge.
They kept seeing the same thing: brilliant, passionate teams building something amazing… and still falling short.
Not because the games weren’t good, but because the business side wasn’t strong enough.
So they came together.
To build a support system that actually works.
To offer the kind of tailored, honest, boots-on-the-ground help that makes a difference.
To put a dent in that brutal stat: 9 out of 10 indie studios fail.
They believe more studios deserve a fighting chance, and they're here to help them take it.
What We Offer
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Business Strategy & Development
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Initial consultation, tailored strategy creation, and follow-up sessions, including legal and IP support.
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Production Management
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Workflow optimisation,
milestone planning,goal
and project tracking
support.
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Publishing & Partnerships
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Distribution strategy, partnership negotiation, and deal assessment, including legal support.
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Financial Planning & Funding Guidance
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Budget creation, funding application assistance,
financial and legal rick management plans.
04
Industry Insights & Trends
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Tailored insights and recommendations based on the latest trends, including legal support.
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Leadership Coaching & Team Dynamics
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Personalised leadership coaching and team-building workshops, including legal support.
Get in Touch
Apply for a Business Builder Grant to
Work with GDBiz !
Studios based in England (outside of London) can now apply for the Creative Enterprise Business Builder grant, offering up to £2,500 to work with expert consultants like us at GDBiz.
This grant is designed to help indie teams like yours access support in:
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Business planning & strategy
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Marketing & monetisation
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IP protection & publishing
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International growth & more
If you're building story-driven games and want support to grow your studio, pitch smarter, or tighten your business fundamentals, this could cover the cost of working with us.
You’ll need to be a registered Ltd company with some industry track record.
There’s no hard deadline, it’s a rolling fund, so apply when ready.
We’re happy to guide you through the process or be included in your application as your preferred consultant.
Link to Grant Info
Or Contact Us to chat about how we can support your application.
Let’s get that support and build something that lasts.
Meet the Team
CEO - BIZDEV + CREATIVE
Stuart De Ville
Jay lives at the intersection of design and direction. With a background in product strategy and game development, he’s the one studios turn to when they need clarity, on scope, player experience, or long-term viability. Jay helps turn promising games into sharp, market-ready products.
DIRECTOR - GAME PRODUCT + STRATEGY
Jay Uppal
Jay lives at the intersection of design and direction. With a background in product strategy and game development, he’s the one studios turn to when they need clarity, on scope, player experience, or long-term viability. Jay helps turn promising games into sharp, market-ready products.
DIRECTOR - BIZDEV + PARTNERSHIPS
Tom Morgan
Jay lives at the intersection of design and direction. With a background in product strategy and game development, he’s the one studios turn to when they need clarity, on scope, player experience, or long-term viability. Jay helps turn promising games into sharp, market-ready products.
CONSULTANT - IP STRATEGY + LEGAL
Melissa Hattersley
Jay lives at the intersection of design and direction. With a background in product strategy and game development, he’s the one studios turn to when they need clarity, on scope, player experience, or long-term viability. Jay helps turn promising games into sharp, market-ready products.