Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz is a venture capital firm founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz and based in Menlo Park, California. It funds startups across the entire lifecycle, from seed to growth, with a broad focus on software and technology-enabled businesses. The firm backs companies in software, cloud infrastructure, digital platforms, data storage, and mobile and Internet services, as well as sectors at the intersection of technology with life sciences, such as bio healthcare and computational medicine. Its investments span artificial intelligence, fintech, consumer and enterprise software, crypto and blockchain, cybersecurity, and related infrastructure. Through strategic guidance and a hands-on approach, the firm aims to help portfolio companies scale and innovate.

Leila Abu-Sharr

Partner, Market Development

Anish Acharya

General Partner

Vineeta Agarwala

General Partner

Eric Alby

Partner

Ryan Allen

Partner

Past deals in eSports

Z League

Series B in 2021
Z League is a company that operates a skill-based tournament platform designed specifically for casual gamers. By providing an online venue for live gaming tournaments, Z League enables players of all skill levels to engage in competitive play while earning rewards for their achievements. The platform allows users to track their progress, compete in battle royale tournaments, and set personalized goals based on their gaming statistics. Z League aims to create an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience that fosters community and encourages fair and meaningful competition among players.

Z League

Series A in 2021
Z League is a company that operates a skill-based tournament platform designed specifically for casual gamers. By providing an online venue for live gaming tournaments, Z League enables players of all skill levels to engage in competitive play while earning rewards for their achievements. The platform allows users to track their progress, compete in battle royale tournaments, and set personalized goals based on their gaming statistics. Z League aims to create an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience that fosters community and encourages fair and meaningful competition among players.

RTFKT

Seed Round in 2021
RTFKT is a company that specializes in the development of custom-designed sneakers catering to video game enthusiasts and custom apparel fans. The firm creates limited edition sneakers that come with a unique digital counterpart stored on the blockchain, allowing customers to try on virtual versions and unlock special effects. This innovative approach enables users to enjoy their footwear in both the physical and digital realms, as they can trade, sell, or gift these digital copies, enhancing the experience of wearing their shoes in real life and online avatars.

Lowkey

Series A in 2021
Lowkey.gg is a company based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that develops a desktop application aimed at gaming creators. Founded in 2018, the platform allows players to automatically record their gameplay, capturing highlights and full sessions for sharing with friends and communities. It caters to a wide range of gamers, from casual players to professional esports athletes, enabling them to save and distribute their best gaming moments easily. By facilitating the sharing of video clips, Lowkey connects gamers aged eighteen and older, fostering a community where users can showcase their gaming skills and establish esports squads.

Z League

Seed Round in 2020
Z League is a company that operates a skill-based tournament platform designed specifically for casual gamers. By providing an online venue for live gaming tournaments, Z League enables players of all skill levels to engage in competitive play while earning rewards for their achievements. The platform allows users to track their progress, compete in battle royale tournaments, and set personalized goals based on their gaming statistics. Z League aims to create an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience that fosters community and encourages fair and meaningful competition among players.

Caffeine

Series D in 2020
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company allows users to broadcast a variety of content, including esports, video gaming, and creative shows, while facilitating real-time interaction through chat and sharing features. Caffeine's platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement with a social-driven recommendation system, making it easier to navigate and discover new content. The company partners with notable entities like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to provide a diverse range of interactive programming. Caffeine is committed to maintaining a safe environment, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism.

Caffeine

Corporate Round in 2018
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company allows users to broadcast a variety of content, including esports, video gaming, and creative shows, while facilitating real-time interaction through chat and sharing features. Caffeine's platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement with a social-driven recommendation system, making it easier to navigate and discover new content. The company partners with notable entities like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to provide a diverse range of interactive programming. Caffeine is committed to maintaining a safe environment, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism.

Caffeine

Series C in 2018
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company allows users to broadcast a variety of content, including esports, video gaming, and creative shows, while facilitating real-time interaction through chat and sharing features. Caffeine's platform is designed to enhance viewer engagement with a social-driven recommendation system, making it easier to navigate and discover new content. The company partners with notable entities like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to provide a diverse range of interactive programming. Caffeine is committed to maintaining a safe environment, enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism.

Artillery

Venture Round in 2012
Artillery is a team of passionate gamers that is turning the modern web browser into a gaming console using HTML5 technology. Artillery's team is comprised of a brain trust of former Google and Facebook engineers focused on solving seemingly impossible game development hurdles and includes long-standing and high ranking gaming and eSports community members. It was founded in 2011 and based in Palo Alto, California.
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