Got a spare $10? Net yourself almost 150 games and help support laid off game devs with the game industry hardship fund bundle
Necrosoft, the studio behind Demonschool, has organized a bundle of approximately 150 indie games to raise funds for the game industry hardship fund. Available on itch.io for $10, the bundle aims to provide direct support to game developers affected by widespread layoffs in the industry.
The gaming industry has experienced significant workforce reductions in recent years, with major announcements of layoffs becoming increasingly frequent. This hardship fund bundle represents a community-driven response to the crisis, with participating developers contributing their titles to help support colleagues who have lost their jobs.
According to the itch.io page, the initiative addresses what organizers describe as a fundamental industry problem: despite the gaming sector generating substantial revenue, much of that money does not reach the workers actively creating games. The bundle offers a cost-effective way for players to expand their game libraries while directly contributing to support for displaced developers.
This type of community relief effort has become more common as layoffs have continued throughout the industry, with developers and studios seeking ways to support their peers during economic downturns. The $10 price point makes participation accessible to a broad audience while aggregating contributions toward meaningful support for those in need.