> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://loadout.gitbook.io/product-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://loadout.gitbook.io/product-docs/readme.md).

# Introduction

**Trade games. Fund games.**

Loadout is a platform where indie game developers launch tokens and raise capital through open trading. No presales, no private rounds, and no VC discounts. Every trade generates fees that fund development in real time, aligning traders and builders toward one goal: shipping great games.

<figure><img src="/files/vRYMakSbLoNAJyGFuLQ1" alt="Loadout Ecosystem"><figcaption><p>The Loadout Ecosystem</p></figcaption></figure>

## Why Loadout?

### For Backers

* Early access to promising games before they go viral
* No VC discounts. Everyone trades on the same terms
* Full liquidity from day one. Buy and sell anytime
* Your trades directly fund the game. 4% of every trade goes to development

### For Studios

* Raise capital without publishers or giving up equity
* Launch when you're ready. No pitch process
* Funding scales with attention. The more hype, the more capital
* Built-in community. Backers become your biggest supporters

## How It Works

* Studio launches a project with demo, docs, team info, and token
* Backers trade the token. Price moves with real demand
* 4% of every trade flows straight to the project treasury
* Project graduates at 60 SOL into permanent liquidity
* Team keeps building. Token value reflects real progress

## Quick Links

* [What is Loadout?](/product-docs/overview/what-is-loadout.md)
* [How to Back a Project](/product-docs/for-traders/backing-projects.md)
* [Launch Your Game](/product-docs/for-developers/launch-guide.md)
* [Fee Structure](/product-docs/overview/fees.md)
* [Graduation](/product-docs/overview/graduation.md)

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