At Cologne Game Lab, we believe in turning ideas into reality by helping young developers take their first steps into the industry. The Game Starter Foundry supports emerging studios and startups with resources, mentoring, and industry connections – guiding teams from early concepts to establishing sustainable businesses. Complementing this, Broken Paternoster Games, a student-run publishing collective, offers hands-on experience in bringing projects to market and gaining visibility at national and international events. Together, these initiatives lower barriers, provide practical knowledge, and give the next generation of developers the tools and confidence to shape the future of the industry.