- A Shared Vision for the Future of Gaming
At Fake Portal, we see a future where indie games aren’t hidden in the shadows but celebrated on a global stage. We want to be the launchpad where tomorrow’s classic titles find their first audience, and where passionate developers find their first players. With your support—we can make that vision a reality.
Why Indie Games Matter
Some people ask: why focus on indie games at all? The answer is rather complicated. In a time where there is so much negativity and animosity for AAA gaming studios, the future of gaming rests in the hands of indie developers. Let’s face it—Indie games are where innovation happens. Their focus falls in line with passion over profits. They represent:
- The birthplace of new genres. Think of survival crafting, roguelikes, or narrative-driven walking sims—all pioneered in indie spaces before being adopted by mainstream studios.
- Passion projects. While AAA titles may be built around monetization strategies, indie games are built around vision, creativity, and love for the medium.
- Accessibility and diversity. Indie games often explore ideas that mainstream studios won’t touch, offering players experiences that are fresh, bold, and experimental.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: support indie gaming from both directions.
- For gamers, Fake Portal is a trusted place to find new games, explore hidden gems, and dive into projects made by creators who truly care about their craft.
- For developers, Fake Portal offers a chance to gain visibility without being overshadowed by major publishers or big studios with deep pockets.
We have created the space where the indie ecosystem thrives. One where creators and players fuel each other’s passion for games.
Fake Portal Strategic Partnership
We built this platform with one promise to all of our users— It will remain free forever. Free for users, and free for developers.Â
To achieve this—Instead of a conventional “pay-to-play” structure— we’ve taken a rather unique approach.
We are partnering with our sister company, RW Golden, to fund Fake Portal. RW Golden is a nation-wide Matcha brand dedicated to offering Ceremonial Grade Organic Matcha. Matcha, on top of being packed full of antioxidants, helps with focus, energy, and overall well-being. RW Golden has agreed to use the profits from the partnership to give new life to Indie Gaming through Fake Portal.
We have put together Fake Portal Supporter Boxes that offer unique exclusives for those helping us deliver on our promise to keep it free forever. From T-shirts to high quality matcha, and exclusive supporter certificates to online courses on making the perfect matcha, we wanted to offer anyone who supports our mission something worthwhile.
When you purchase matcha from RW Golden, you’re not just investing in your own health—you’re also investing in the future of indie games.
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- Why Matcha?
At first glance, matcha and indie games might seem worlds apart. In actuality, they share the same spirit of passion, craft, and authenticity.
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- Matcha is crafted with care. Like indie games, every step in the process matters—from growing the tea leaves to preparing the final product.
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- Matcha fuels creativity. With its natural energy boost and focus-enhancing properties, matcha is the perfect drink for gamers and creators alike.
- Matcha represents sustainability. Just as indie games sustain innovation in the gaming industry, matcha sustains wellness for the body and mind.
Do I have to pay to gain access to Fake Portal?
Access to Fake Portal is and always will be free. Your support goes toward helping the indie gaming environment thrive. While it will remain free, your support does allow us to continue to offer this amazing experience to gamers across the globe.Â
If its free, what does my support go towards?
While the platform it self is free to users and developers, the operations of the platform are very costly. Between web hosting, cyber security, email marketing, and all the other smaller details that come together to make the Fake Portal experience, the costs add up quickly. Your support helps us maintain and scale, as well as offering new content, engagement opportunities and more.Â
Where can I learn more about RW Golden?
RW Golden is in coffee shops and homes across the world, proving their reputation. To learn more about RW Golden, you can visit their websites at https://www.rwgolden.com/ or https://www.rwgoldenmatcha.com/. They are fully invested in the development and success of Fake Portal and we are very thankful to be partnering with them!
What are the Supporter Box options?
Our Supporter box options can be found here. Each one has been carefully crafted to offer you maximum value. Please note that we do not accept donations, as our goal is to offer you something of value for your support. If you would like to support us in a different way, please contact us with your request.
How long does it take to ship a Supporter box?
When you support order is received, RW Golden will process the order and have it shipped within 2 business days. Shipping times may vary based on your location around the globe, but you will be provided with a tracking number once the order is shipped to follow your support box until it arrives.
How often will Fake Portal be updated?
Fake Portal will be updated weekly with 4-6 new games across all genres. Newly added games can be found directly on site. Weekly emails will be sent out as well with the list of the newest games that are being added each week. Emails will contain a brief synopsis of the game, developer information and links to watch game play.Â
To make sure you don’t miss any, sign up for our newsletter to get weekly emails when new games are posted.
How do I buy games on Fake Portal?
Fake Portal is not a storefront, but an online directory. We help gamers identify games they would be interested in, and developers get better exposure for their games. As a result, games are not purchased directly from us. Each game listing will have direct purchase links to the various storefronts that each game is available (Steam, Itch.io, GOG, etc.)
- Frequently Asked Questions
Why Your Support Matters
Every bit of your support has a ripple effect. By helping us maximize our reach, you play a crucial role in the continued success of the indie gaming movement. Supporting Fake Portal means:
1) More indie developers can thrive knowing they have a place to maximize exposure.
2) Gamers have the ability to identify innovative, exciting games in seconds.
3) The indie community continues to grow – to the betterment of gaming everywhere.
Thank you for your support. The Portal Is Open.Â