“The unique blend of cultural vibrancy, natural beauty, and a relaxed lifestyle creates an enviable living environment that continues to
attract talent from around the world.” Luca Contato CEO, Rising Pixel
Mauricio García: Living on the island requires a shift in expectations regarding online purchases. Here, one must learn the nuances of when and where to order from to ensure that items are delivered within a reasonable timeframe. This adjustment is part of adapting to island life, where logistics and timing differ from what we might be used to in more urban or mainland settings.
Amina Abdien: You just have to get used to moving around a bit more and go to local shops!
Luca Contato: One challenge is the relative infancy of the tech and gaming sectors compared to more established regions. This sometimes means working harder to build awareness and connections within the global gaming industry.
Sitara Shefta: The industry here is still relatively small, so sometimes the resources you might normally have access to elsewhere, just aren’t available here yet. But equally, that’s quite an exciting opportunity in itself as it means that anyone looking to establish a studio here has an opportunity to help contribute to the growth and shape of what the game development community could become here. It also pushes you to think a bit more outside-the- box and find creative solutions to what could otherwise be perceived as problems, for instance, open a studio villa if you can’t find a traditional or suitable office space.
Is there anything you would change about The Canary Islands to make it a more attractive destination for gaming businesses? Luca Contato: If I had a way to enhance the industry in the Canary Islands, it would definitely be to spawn more publishers and investors into our game world. We’ve got a great party of talented developers and an increasing number of creative studios - now we just need that extra boost in resources and support to really level up our play.
Sitara Shefta: I think the Canary Islands are already taking positive and proactive steps to support the gaming industry, and the more this continues, the more attractive it will become as a destination for any gaming studio.
Mauricio García: I believe a key strategy would be to persuade several major video game companies to either open new offices or relocate existing ones to the island. This move could significantly enhance our ability to attract talent from outside the island. Additionally, encouraging more established specialised schools to set up here would be instrumental in developing the necessary talent pool, especially as the demand for skilled professionals grows. Lastly, implementing a strategic line of public
funding specifically for new projects and startups on the island could lead to a stronger foundation for entrepreneurial game developers. Such financial support would not only foster innovation but also solidify the island’s reputation as a burgeoning hub for the gaming industry.
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Rising Pixel is a prolific developer of web and mobile games for education, museum installations and a growing number of global brands.
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