How do i get into project management? (and other questions)

Hello everyone! I recently decided to get into project management. But, when looking at job postings I am a bit confused on where to start! What cerifications should I get? Do i need a bachelors or masters degree or would a certificate suffice? How do i gain experience? Where I am at and from what I have currently browsed, I have no "entry" level job openings. All want a lot of experience! Now, I am working on opening a small gane company with a friend, it will just be the two of us for a awhile really and was wondering by honing ny skills there if companies would consider that enough experience?