This document introduces a panel discussion on independent game development in Israel. It begins with defining what independent game development is and some of the key questions around it, such as working with publishers, funding, team size, experimentation, and creativity. It then asks if it is harder to succeed as an independent developer. The document introduces the moderator and several panelists who will discuss their experiences with independent game development in Israel. It provides brief backgrounds on the moderator and panelists' studios and games.