EA embraces crowdfunding

EA are embracing the recent trend of crowdfunded games by waiving any fees for 90 days for successfully crowdfunded games. Perhaps in an effort to convince indie developers to opt for Origin and not just Steam.

"The public support for crowd-funding creative game ideas coming from small developers today is nothing short of phenomenal," said Origin senior VP David DeMartini, in the announcement. "It's also incredibly healthy for the gaming industry. Gamers around the world deserve a chance to play every great new game, and by waiving distribution fees on Origin we can help make that a reality for successfully crowd-funded developers."

The recently successful Wasteland 2 Kickstarter project will be among the games taking advantage of the deal.

"I have had a long relationship with EA and it is great to see them recognize and support the crowd-funded games model," said inXile CEO Brian Fargo, CEO. "Having Origin waive their distribution fees for 90 days for fan funded games is a major economic bonus for small developers. We look forward to bringing Wasteland 2 to the Origin audience."