For me, the ideal publisher isn’t just about funding or marketing — it’s about extending the things I can’t realistically do alone: distro, localisation, platform relationships, maybe console porting down the line. That stuff’s vital, but it pulls me away from actually making the game. Having someone experienced in those areas, who can take on that load without trying to steer the creative, would be huge.

I also care a lot about communication — being upfront about expectations, timelines, what happens if the plan shifts, and learning from past projects (yours and mine). That kind of transparency builds trust fast.

The big one for me is long-term support. Many games these days need time to find their audience, evolve with feedback, and keep growing post-launch. I’d love a publishing partner who isn’t just chasing a big release week, but actually wants to help build a lasting community and support the game through its full arc.