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NEOWIZ INDIE QUEST Awards Ceremony: A Celebration of Indie Game Innovation

On April 21, 2026, NEOWIZ, a leading South Korean game development company, held the awards ceremony for the prestigious NEOWIZ INDIE QUEST indie game development contest at their headquarters in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province. Co-CEOs Kim Seong-cheol and Bae Tae-gun, along with key personnel such as Park Seong-jun, head of development for new projects, and brand director Choi Woo-hyuk, graced the event with their presence.

The NEOWIZ INDIE QUEST aims to discover and support promising indie game creators from around the world. Over the course of the nine-month application period, the contest welcomed numerous high-quality submissions from indie game developers in South Korea, the United States, China, Japan, and beyond. The initiative particularly encourages works that weave original worlds and narratives, linking powerful storytelling with engaging gameplay.

Award Winners

After thorough evaluations, the contest recognized outstanding contributions to indie gaming. The winners included:

• - First Place: Glasshouse
• - Second Place: INARI
• - Third Place: NAME OF THE WILL, Hawthorn, Gretel & Hansel

The jury praised these games for their strong narratives and innovative storytelling techniques, which significantly contributed to their evaluation. In total, the developers of the winning games received over $100,000 in prize money, demonstrating NEOWIZ's commitment to fostering talent in the gaming industry.

Expanding Indie Game Opportunities

Moreover, NEOWIZ is deeply invested in various initiatives to discover and support indie games. In a recent collaboration with the American game community platform Game Jolt, they co-hosted a global indie game contest called Narrative Game Jam from October 31 to November 10, showcasing their dedication to the indie gaming scene. NEOWIZ plans to continue these activities to further contribute to the indie game landscape.

Co-CEO Kim Seong-cheol expressed pride in the journey NEOWIZ has taken with successful indie games like Skul, SANABI, and shape of dreams. He emphasized the joy of providing creators around the world with new opportunities for their innovative game development efforts.

The NEOWIZ INDIE QUEST not only highlights the importance of creativity and storytelling in the gaming industry but also serves as a beacon for emerging developers, showcasing their talents on a global stage. With a clear vision for the future, NEOWIZ is set to continue supporting indie creators and fostering the next generation of gaming innovation.