Programs

Women Leading the Game

Empower. Incubate. Lead.

Fuel your vision with She Plays—game incubation, mentorship, and funding designed exclusively for women-led studios ready to disrupt the industry.

Incubation & Custom Acceleration

She Plays Incubation Program

A game-changing 4-month program for 6 women-led studios: mentorship, P400,000 in funding, marketing muscle, and a Demo Day to shine. Hybrid format, 10% equity.

Playhutch Program

Custom incubation for cities or organizations—tailored curriculum, mentorship, and funding levels. You set the goals; we build the path.

Unlock Your Studio’s Potential

Elevate your journey with exclusive benefits designed for women-led game studios.

Whether you join the flagship She Plays Incubation Program or a custom Playhutch cohort, you step into a world built to amplify your vision. Here’s what you gain as a member of our programs.

Expert Mentorship

Connect with accomplished industry mentors ready to guide your studio’s growth, from creative vision to business savvy.

✓ Personalized feedback from industry leaders

✓ Access to exclusive mentor sessions

✓ Career-shaping advice for women founders

Development Funding

Receive dedicated funding to bring your game to life—no more bootstrapping alone. Our support means you can focus on what matters: building and innovating.

✓ P400,000 in direct development support

✓ Financial guidance for sustainable growth

✓ Opportunity to pitch to investors

Leadership Accelerator

Sharpen your leadership skills with workshops and peer learning designed to empower women founders to confidently lead their studios.

✓ Leadership masterclasses

✓ Peer-to-peer coaching

✓ Real-world leadership challenges

Vibrant Community Access

Join a network of trailblazing women, allies, and industry champions. Collaborate, learn, and thrive together in an inclusive space.

✓ Supportive, diverse network

✓ Regular community events

✓ Access to partner opportunities

Demo Day Spotlight

Showcase your studio’s achievements to investors, publishers, and the gaming world at our high-energy Demo Day finale.

✓ Pitch to top industry leaders

✓ Gain media exposure

✓ Unlock partnership and publishing deals

Incubation Program Timetable

See key dates, sessions, and milestones for your She Plays journey.

MilestoneSession DetailsDate / Time
Applications OpenOnline Application LaunchJANUARY 12, 2026 – JANUARY 12, 2026
Applications CloseLast Day to ApplyFEBRUARY 9, 2026 – FEBRUARY 9, 2026
Cohort AnnouncementSelected Studios AnnouncedFEBRUARY 20, 2026 – FEBRUARY 20, 2026
Kickoff & OnboardingProgram Welcome + Studio IntroductionsMARCH 2, 2026 – MARCH 2, 2026
Mentorship Phase 1Design, Development, & Leadership SessionsMARCH 3, 2026 – MARCH 31, 2026
Check-In & FeedbackProgress Reviews + Peer FeedbackAPRIL 2, 2026 – APRIL 3, 2026
Mentorship Phase 2Funding, Pitching, & Community BuildingAPRIL 4, 2026 – APRIL 24, 2026
Demo DayFinal Pitches & ShowcaseAPRIL 30, 2026 – APRIL 30, 2026

Portfolio: Our Cohorts in Action

Discover the inspiring projects and studios that have flourished through She Plays. Each portfolio story showcases bold ideas, diverse voices, and the power of women-led innovation in gaming. From concept to demo day, our alumni are redefining what the future of play looks like.

Pixel Bloom Studio – Garden Run

Horizon Hearts – Color Quest

Nova Play Collective – Starbound Stories

Greenbyte Games – Eco Shift

Ready to Lead the Game?

Are you a woman founder or studio ready to level up your impact in gaming? Join our next She Plays Incubation cohort or connect with us about bringing Playhutch to your city or organization. The next wave of game leadership starts here—don’t miss out!