Whitethorn Games Releases Updated Publishing Agreement with Detailed Transparency Report

Whitethorn Games, a US-based publisher, has made its publishing agreement publicly available, accompanied by a comprehensive transparency report. This report provides valuable insights into the company's internal workings, including employee compensation, game funding, and revenue distribution. The report reveals that Whitethorn Games retains an average of 28% of a game's net revenue, with a range of 8% to 35%. Furthermore, the average funding allocated to each title is $232,000, with the highest amount reaching $340,000, and the average marketing expenditure per title is approximately $56,000. In a statement, Whitethorn Games expressed its commitment to transparency, aiming to drive positive change in the industry by sharing information. The company has also disclosed its staff count, which stands at 35, and the average annual salary, which is around $51,000. Executive and board members' average compensation is $73,000, while the CEO's yearly salary is approximately $75,000. This move towards transparency follows similar actions by other industry players, such as Raw Fury and Innogames, who have also shared their agreements and salary structures to promote fairness and openness in the gaming industry.