A new initiative is underway to support grassroots African game developers, offering mentorship and development opportunities to help them grow.

Xbox Game Camp Africa is returning for its third year in 2025, with a revamped format focused on a 12-week training program rather than a conference, and will officially launch on December 4th in Cape Town during Africa Games Week.

The program's return is part of a broader effort to nurture African game talent, building on past successes and expanding its reach.

Previous participants, such as Kenya’s Kunta Content, have achieved notable success, including releasing a game trailer for 'Mansa Assegai Hiru,' a third-person action game featuring a Maasai warrior, although gameplay footage remains limited.

Participants in the camp will learn to develop game prototypes and vertical slices with mentorship from Xbox experts, with some pitching their ideas to ID@Xbox for potential further development.

This year’s program will guide teams from initial game ideation to building prototypes, emphasizing skill development and mentorship.

Since its inception, the Xbox Game Camp has welcomed over 1,900 new game creators from Africa, highlighting its role in fostering growth and talent in the region.

The camp is organized in partnership with ID@Xbox’s Developer Acceleration Program and targets pre-selected professional game studios across Africa.

While Africa is known for acclaimed indie titles like the STASIS series, the Xbox initiative specifically aims to support grassroots studios still developing their capabilities.

The studio behind 'Mansa Assegai Hiru' has showcased African landscapes such as the Maasai Mara, Congo, and deserts in its trailer, emphasizing African themes and storytelling.