GameFounders

GameFounders is an accelerator and pre-seed fund that focuses exclusively on game studios and startups, particularly in mobile, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR). Established in 2012 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, the firm seeks to support teams with two or more members who have launched games, demos, or prototypes. GameFounders invests up to $30,000 and typically takes a 9% equity stake in participating companies. Its three-month program accepts around ten studios at a time, requiring selected teams to relocate for the duration of the accelerator. In 2015, GameFounders expanded its operations by opening a hub in Malaysia to reach the Asian market.

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3rd Eye Studios

Seed Round in 2017
3rd Eye Studios is a game development company based in Helsinki and Shanghai, founded in June 2016 by a team of industry veterans. The founders have extensive experience from prominent companies such as Remedy Entertainment, Unity Technologies, Bugbear Entertainment, RedLynx, and Moon Studios. The studio focuses on creating atmospheric and sophisticated games, as well as developing innovative technology and tools aimed at enhancing the game development process. Their primary objective is to deliver a new virtual reality gaming experience, equipping developers with the necessary resources to build immersive games for virtual reality platforms.

Skullfish Studios

Seed Round in 2017
Skullfish Studios is a video game development company based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2016. The studio specializes in creating graphically innovative games for virtual reality platforms, focusing on action and role-playing genres. With an experienced team, Skullfish Studios aims to deliver high-quality and engaging experiences across multiple platforms, catering to the growing demand for immersive gaming in the virtual reality market. The company's commitment to developing unique and entertaining games positions it to stand out in this competitive industry.

Weyrdworks

Seed Round in 2017
Weyrdworks Studio, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is an independent game development company. It is run by two digital nomads who create unique, action-packed mobile games from various genres, including arcade space shooters and role-playing games. Known for their experimental and eccentric approach, Weyrdworks aims to provide distinctive gaming experiences.

Umbu Games

Seed Round in 2017
Umbu Games is a developer of interactive digital experiences, specializing in creating cross-platform advergames and providing third-party services for game enhancement. They focus on developing projects across multiple platforms, offering expertise in 3D art, visual effects, and programming to improve both entertainment and educational games.

Moocho Brain

Seed Round in 2017
Moocho Brain is a game developer company.

Kaigan Games

Seed Round in 2017
Kaigan Games is a small game development company focused on creating various types of engaging mobile games, with a particular emphasis on horror titles. The team is dedicated to delivering immersive and entertaining gaming experiences for mobile users, aiming to captivate gamers with innovative gameplay and compelling narratives. By specializing in eye-opening game concepts, Kaigan Games seeks to enhance the mobile gaming landscape and provide unique entertainment options for its audience.

Far Mills

Seed Round in 2017
Far Mills is a game development company that focuses on creating casual games designed for family entertainment. The studio specializes in developing engaging 2D point-and-click games that incorporate hidden-object mechanics, aiming to captivate players of all ages. By crafting interactive stories, Far Mills seeks to provide enjoyable gaming experiences that appeal to every family member, fostering shared enjoyment and connection through their games.

Monkey's Finger Studio

Seed Round in 2017
Monkey's Finger Studio is a games development studio.

Ammobox Studios

Seed Round in 2017
Ammobox Studios is an independent game development company dedicated to creating innovative, high-quality games that redefine familiar genres. The company's approach combines state-of-the-art technology with creative design to foster an efficient development process. Ammobox Studios is currently developing its debut intellectual property, Eximius, a strategic first-person shooter game that blends AI algorithms for shooter tracking and 3D interface communication, offering an immersive multiplayer gaming experience.

Amazing Soul Games

Seed Round in 2016
Amazing Soul Games is a videogame production company currently operating in stealth mode. They specialize in developing a single, diverse video game offering multiple unique character classes such as a knight, magician, and dragon fighter.

27 Rabbits

Seed Round in 2016
27Rabbits is a game development company specializing in mobile racing games designed for real-time multiplayer competition. Their platform offers high-speed gameplay and interactive features, providing mobile gamers with competitive and engaging racing experiences.

Team Red Panda

Seed Round in 2016
Team Red Panda is an indie game development team based in Slovenia.

Mopix Games

Seed Round in 2016
Mopix Games, established in 2014 in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, is an independent game developer specializing in mobile platforms. The company offers comprehensive game development services, encompassing game design, art (2D and 3D), animation, programming, and audio. Initially focusing on iOS and Android, Mopix Games expanded its reach to include Windows, Mac OS, and web integration. The company's participation in global game accelerator programs, such as GAME FOUNDERS and CORE Labs, has equipped it with international industry insights. Mopix Games operates from a government-supported startup facility, Laboratorio Aberto do SENAI/SEBRAE, and is recognized for its reliable, high-quality services at competitive rates.

Limkernel

Seed Round in 2016
Limkernel is a game development company that creates a platform for developing engaging games across various devices, including consoles, PC, and mobile. Their platform caters to diverse gaming genres, from retro to cyberpunk, offering immersive environments and unique gameplay mechanics to provide players with novel experiences and challenges.

NightMorning

Seed Round in 2016
NightMorning is a Malaysian-based mobile game developer specializing in creating casual games for brand marketing. They offer game-based marketing tools, customizable campaign management, real-time analytics, and reward systems to help clients engage audiences, boost brand loyalty, and create interactive customer experiences through personalized gaming content.

Castling

Seed Round in 2016
Castling Studios is an independent video game company that is aiming to create games that are fun and have values. They believe as part of their business is the obligation to make a positive impact in the world through their games.

Zagrava Games

Seed Round in 2016
Founded in 2010 Zagrava Games has developed a reputation of reliable and trusted outsource services provider for game developers all around the world. They are happy to offer their clients high-quality graphics, cross-platform programming, effective management and excellent music for their games.

Rawple Studio

Seed Round in 2016
Rawple Studio, based in Seoul, South Korea, is a game development studio currently operating in stealth mode.

Hammerfist studio

Seed Round in 2016
Hammerfist studio specializes in the fields of game development and creations.

Quickfire Games

Seed Round in 2016
Quickfire Games is a game development studio that initially focused on creating original intellectual properties before shifting its emphasis to developing a game distribution platform. This platform aims to enhance discoverability by effectively matching users with content that aligns with their interests, drawing on the company's insights gained from their experiences with game development and marketing. Quickfire Games creates video games for various platforms, including computer, mobile, and video game consoles, catering to a wide audience. By leveraging their understanding of both developers' and consumers' needs, the company tailors its offerings to improve user engagement and satisfaction. Their marketing strategy prioritizes quality user acquisition by connecting players with games that suit their preferences, rather than pursuing broad mass-market strategies.

Corner Room Studios

Seed Round in 2016
Corner Room Studios is a Malaysia-based AI and machine learning solution developer.

BSK Games

Seed Round in 2016
BSK Games is a game development studio.

Solar Games

Seed Round in 2016
Solar-Games is a Russian hardcore game development studio.

Nuberu Games

Seed Round in 2016
Nuberu Games is a video game development company.

Big Green Pillow

Seed Round in 2016
Big Green Pillow is a Brazilian-based game development company, specializing in creating tailored games for casual and mid-core young audiences. They work closely with prominent global partners such as Cartoon Network, Mattel, Microsoft, and Intel. The company offers art, animation, and visual effects services, enabling game developers and publishers to create visually distinct and functional interactive experiences. Big Green Pillow is an alumnus of GameFounders, a leading gaming accelerator.

OY Games

Seed Round in 2016
O.Y Games is an ambitious, up and coming digital multimedia studio based in Malaysia. They specialize in game development industry. They create inventive, fun and quality games in both traditional and modern formats. They’ve made it their mission to create a worlds that inspire other people and immerse them in another reality.

Armatur Games

Seed Round in 2016
Armatur Games is a game development company specializing in creating mobile games with distinctive and innovative mechanics. They focus on crafting interactive gaming experiences that engage players through creative narratives and unique gameplay, aiming to deliver immersive and innovative digital entertainment.

Nightspade

Seed Round in 2015
Nightspade is a game development studio based in Bandung, established in February 2010, with operations commencing in November of the same year. The company specializes in creating casual games for a variety of platforms, including iOS, Android, Windows, and Symbian. Since its inception, Nightspade has launched over seven game titles across multiple platforms, including mobile devices and social media. The studio focuses on delivering engaging gameplay experiences characterized by advanced graphics and compelling narratives, catering to a diverse audience of gamers. Nightspade received investment from East Venture in May 2011, which has supported its growth in the competitive gaming market.

Catgear Games

Seed Round in 2015
Catgear Games is an information technology company that specializes in the fields of mobile app development, web app development, and IT consultation. It revised and plan to start from various game jams where they start to understand game development reality. The company was founded in 2013 and headquartered in Selangor, Malaysia.

Figment Games

Seed Round in 2015
Figment Games is an independent game studio focused on creating video games aimed at the casual audience. The company specializes in developing engaging and accessible gaming experiences that appeal to a broad range of players. By prioritizing creativity and innovation, Figment Games seeks to deliver enjoyable entertainment that resonates with its target market.

Silverpoint Game

Seed Round in 2015
Silverpoint is a startup company that able to give the solutions and consultation for Games and Multimedia.

Simple Connect Fun Studio

Seed Round in 2015
Simple Connect Fun Studio

Imgnation Studios

Seed Round in 2015
Imgnation Studios is a game development studio based in Santa Maria, Brazil, specializing in virtual reality experiences. Established in 2007, the company originally focused on illustration and design before transitioning to a dedicated game development team in 2010. By 2014, it had fully committed to creating virtual reality games, aiming to shape immersive digital experiences while ensuring entertainment for users. Imgnation Studios has gained recognition in the industry, being named a finalist in the Slush 100 start-up competition held in Helsinki. Through its innovative approach, the studio is devoted to bringing engaging VR games to life.

Cupcake Sweet Entertainment

Seed Round in 2015
Cupcake Sweet Entertainment is a gaming startup based in Porto Alegre, Brazil, established in 2012. The company focuses on developing casual brain puzzle games for mobile and web platforms, including iOS, Android, and Facebook. Its games are designed to engage users in mental exercises while providing entertainment, encouraging them to be goal-oriented and collaborative. Cupcake Sweet Entertainment emphasizes a data-driven approach, sharing all performance metrics with its team, including revenue figures. By creating interactive and intellectually stimulating experiences, the company aims to foster personal growth and learning among its players.

Peripio Games

Seed Round in 2015
Peripio Games is a startup studio comprised of designers, programmers, and business developers dedicated to creating high-quality casual games that deliver satisfaction to gamers. Their first title, Snake Land, modernizes the classic snake game through a vibrant 3D reinterpretation, enhancing familiar mechanics with engaging artwork and design elements. The company focuses on developing multiplayer gaming applications and software for various mobile and computing platforms, striving to enrich the gaming experience with appealing visuals and innovative gameplay. Through its commitment to creativity and user engagement, Peripio Games aims to captivate a broad audience of gaming enthusiasts.

Ejaw

Seed Round in 2015
EJaw is a custom game development and outsourcing company that specializes in creating game products using the Unity3D engine. With a team of highly qualified personnel, the company offers comprehensive software consulting and outsourcing services aimed at enhancing collaboration and profitability for clients. EJaw focuses on delivering tailored development solutions for game developers and media companies, employing a user-centered design approach. Their expertise extends to mobile app development and the creation of cross-platform and hybrid applications. By combining quality, customer support, and cost-effective solutions, EJaw aims to meet the diverse needs of clients in the USA, Europe, and Asia, ensuring a structured and efficient software development process.

Plug & Boom

Seed Round in 2015
Plug & Boom is a game development company focused on creating engaging and enjoyable gaming experiences. The company specializes in developing a variety of games, including educational titles and a series of musical games tailored for teaching music in both regular and specialized schools. In addition to creating new games, Plug & Boom is dedicated to updating and adapting their products for various platforms, ensuring accessibility and relevance. Their games are also available online, providing children and players with an interactive and entertaining way to learn.

Interactive Fate

Seed Round in 2014
Interactive Fate is an Estonia-based game development studio focused on creating immersive space exploration simulations for PC and tablets. The company is currently developing a rogue-like game titled Rogue Ambassador, which features a top-down spaceship simulator that emphasizes life aboard the Mothership and incorporates tactical combat elements. Players engage in a single-player campaign set within a procedurally generated universe, allowing for unique experiences as they navigate and survive in the vastness of outer space. Through its innovative approach to gameplay, Interactive Fate aims to provide gamers with a captivating adventure in exploring alien worlds.

Smart Adventure

Seed Round in 2014
Smart Adventure is a provider of educational gaming platforms designed specifically for children aged six and above. The company specializes in developing engaging, story-driven adventure games that incorporate hand-picked educational topics from natural sciences. Their unique approach blends learning with gameplay, ensuring that children remain interested while acquiring knowledge seamlessly throughout the game.

MissinGames

Seed Round in 2014
MissinGames is a Ukrainian game development company specializing in educational puzzle games for children. The company creates engaging and brain-teasing titles, such as Rescue Roby, which features a robot-themed narrative, and Frozen Tales, an adventure-based game. MissinGames focuses on delivering unique gameplay experiences through physics-based mechanics, compelling characters, and a variety of game formats. Its games are available on multiple platforms, including Google Play, Apple App Store, Amazon, Nook, and Blackberry, making them accessible to a broad audience.

Black Rhino Games

Seed Round in 2014
Black Rhino Games is a mobile game studio dedicated to developing and publishing original video games that prioritize high-quality user experiences. The company specializes in creating a diverse range of games, particularly adventurous and fun-based animated titles aimed at children. These games are designed to be engaging and educational, allowing players to enhance their creative skills while enjoying interactive gameplay. Black Rhino Games focuses on app development for various platforms, including Windows Phone, Android, and iOS, ensuring that their products can be easily accessed and enjoyed by a wide audience.

OneEyeAnt

Seed Round in 2014
OneEyeAnt is an indie game development studio based in Rosario, Argentina, founded in 2011. The company focuses on creating mobile games, particularly in the tower defense genre, and aims to enhance entertainment in the digital marketing industry. Comprising a diverse team of programmers, designers, and illustrators, OneEyeAnt is committed to developing engaging video games that provide enjoyable experiences for players. Through its innovative approach, the studio seeks to captivate audiences with strategic gameplay on mobile devices and tablets.

Jump or Fall

Seed Round in 2014
Jump or Fall is a Georgian startup focused on developing skill-based arcade games for multiple platforms, including PC, iOS, and Android. The company is known for its creative offerings, which include titles such as Washington VS Zombies, where players engage in a battle against zombies with President Washington as their protagonist. Other notable games include Check RPS Defense, a modern twist on the classic rock-paper-scissors game, as well as An Unusual Story of Mr. Red, Steampunk Attack, Mouser, Bubbles, and Charger. Through its innovative game design and engaging gameplay, Jump or Fall aims to captivate audiences and enhance the gaming experience.

BitCake Studio

Seed Round in 2014
BitCake Studio is an independent game development company located in Rio de Janeiro, founded in 2013 by a group of six individuals. The studio specializes in creating online multiplayer games designed to foster social interaction among players and has successfully developed games for various platforms, including PC, mobile, and browsers. In 2016, BitCake Studio launched its first game, Holodrive, on Steam, which garnered over one million user accounts. The company undertakes a range of projects, both independently and for clients, and is involved in art outsourcing, multiplayer game development, and general game development services. BitCake Studio continues to explore innovative gaming experiences, including virtual reality titles and social games for platforms like Facebook.

RedBee

Seed Round in 2013
We are professionals with over 10 games in our portfolio.

BlackBamboozStudio

Seed Round in 2013
BlackBambooz Studio is young and energetic video game development company in North-East of India. Our studio is staffed by a diverse and experienced team of real talents and enthusiastic professionals. We offer full service game development from rough concept to the final full polished products. We also offer contract and consultancy services to games and entertainment industries along with building our own IP.

Cute Attack

Seed Round in 2013
Cute Attack Ltd. is a mobile gaming startup located in Helsinki, Finland. We develop games for iOS and Android using a fast and powerful Game Engine (Codename: Elisa) created in-house by Ben, our Software Engineer. Elisa Engine encompasses 3D rendering using OpenGL ES, a stable custom physics engine as well as a system abstraction that makes it easily portable to a lot of different platforms. Cute Attack is formed by a Team of 6 gaming and online professionals. We work in a distributed way: 4 Cute Attackers are in Finland and 2 in Germany.

Appevo Studio

Seed Round in 2013
Appevo Studio is a technology startup based in Ukraine that specializes in the development of mobile gaming software. The company focuses on creating engaging puzzle games, including its notable title, SciBeaver Adventures HD, which features light manipulation mechanics and is available on iOS devices. Appevo Studio targets a broad audience by designing games for various platforms, including mobiles, computers, tablets, and smartphones. With an emphasis on physics-based puzzles, the studio aims to deliver innovative and entertaining gaming experiences.

Storm Bringer Studios

Seed Round in 2013
Storm Bringer Studios is a game development studio that specializes in creating a diverse range of video games for multiple platforms, including PC, mobile, and consoles. Utilizing advanced technologies such as Unreal Engine and Unity, the studio focuses on various genres, including adventure, casual, and survival first-person shooters. With a commitment to delivering high-quality gaming experiences, Storm Bringer Studios aims to provide entertainment and joy to its users through engaging gameplay and innovative designs. The company leverages its extensive commercial game development experience to produce seasoned games that cater to a wide audience.

Retora Black

Seed Round in 2013
Retora Black is the internal mobile division of Retora Games. Their mission is to make games that bring Casual and Core together.

Fraktalia Studios

Seed Round in 2013
Fraktalia Studios is an independent game development studio located in Guadalajara, Mexico, and was founded in 2011. The studio specializes in creating engaging games for multiple platforms, including iOS, Android, Mac, Windows, and Web. With a focus on delivering enjoyable and high-quality gaming experiences, Fraktalia Studios aims to captivate players through innovative and entertaining content.

Dev9k

Seed Round in 2013
Dev9k is an Estonian video game studio established in 2013, recognized for its involvement in the second batch of Gamefounders, Europe's inaugural gaming accelerator program. The company specializes in developing games, notably the multiplayer card game Conspiracy, which combines elements of Risk and Magic within a spy movie theme. In addition to game development, Dev9k offers services related to brand management, visual identity, and social media management, catering to a community of young enthusiasts who are passionate about both playing and creating games.

X3M Games

Seed Round in 2013
Studio with 300+ games developong a cross-platform Musical Hack and Slash MMORPG product

Tiny Lab Productions

Seed Round in 2013
Tiny Lab Productions is a game development studio specializing in the design and development of casual games for web and mobile platforms. The company provides a wide array of outsourcing services, including websites, web applications, rich internet applications, and both 2D and 3D graphics. Known for its innovative approach, Tiny Lab Productions created Nebula 44, a freemium web strategy game, and is currently focused on prototyping a new multiplatform MMO game. The studio aims to engage casual audiences and gamers by offering online multiplayer strategy games, including 2D racing games and 3D artistic games, ensuring a diverse gaming experience for individuals and children alike. Founded by Charlie Davies and Olgerd Rus, Tiny Lab Productions continues to expand its portfolio in the gaming industry.

SportSquare Games

Seed Round in 2013
SportSquare Games is a Tallinn-based company that develops social sport management games. With SportSquare, soccer clubs, football players, magazines, and websites can find a new way to monetize and engage users coming from their Facebook fan pages, twitter accounts, websites and so on through a sport management game. SoccerSquare, its flagship game, is a soccer management game the places a user in an immersive world where they have to build a sport city, train players, and trade them on the soccer market in order to compete with friends and other users in friendly matches, championships, and tournaments.

TIME PLUS Q

Seed Round in 2013
Time Plus Q is a mobile gaming company specializing in the development of high-quality social multiplayer games for smartphones and tablets. Based in Bangalore, India, and Tallinn, Estonia, the company has created and published four games and ten applications, achieving over 2 million total downloads. One of its notable titles, Draw N Guess, is a real-time Pictionary-style game that has garnered more than 1.5 million downloads, with over 10,000 daily active users. The game allows up to six players to engage in dynamic multiplayer sessions, making it a source of entertainment and camaraderie as players compete to guess drawings. Time Plus Q aims to enhance the mobile gaming experience by offering features such as in-game chat and messaging, facilitating connections among players. The company was also selected for the GameFounders Accelerator Program, further highlighting its commitment to growth and innovation in the gaming industry.

Yellow Monkey Studios

Seed Round in 2013
Yellow Monkey Studios is an independent game development studio located in Mumbai, India. The company specializes in creating gaming applications and software for various platforms, with a current focus on iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Through its innovative approach, Yellow Monkey Studios aims to deliver engaging gaming experiences tailored to a diverse audience.

Pfeffermind Games

Seed Round in 2013
Pfeffermind Games is an emerging game studio dedicated to creating innovative smartphone games. Founded by Daniel Finck, Jacob Beutler, Philipp Reinartz, Sebastian Zillessen, and Tarek Hohberg, the team initially came together during their university years, where they conceptualized their first project, Spyday, which won a startup competition. After developing a beta version, they participated in GameFounders, Europe's first gaming accelerator, where they gained valuable exposure and recognition by winning a pitch competition at the Festival of Games in Amsterdam and being named the best foreign gaming startup at Nordic Game 2013 in Malmö. Currently based in Berlin, Pfeffermind Games continues to explore new challenges within the vibrant gaming industry, focusing on the development of engaging gaming applications that blend both analog and digital experiences.

Bad Seed

Seed Round in 2012
Bad Seed is an Italian gaming studio founded in September 2012 with a focus on creating innovative and high-quality video games. The company, comprised of a team of eight individuals who previously collaborated at Ubisoft, emphasizes mobile platforms as the future of gaming. After participating in GameFounders, Europe's first gaming accelerator program, Bad Seed developed and launched its first game, Sheep Up! Premium, which received acclaim for its unique top-down gameplay and high-quality graphics. The game won awards, including "Mobile App of the Day" from FWA, and the studio gained recognition by winning significant Italian startup competitions, such as Wind Business Factor and Mind the Bridge. These achievements enabled Bad Seed to establish a second office in San Francisco, bringing it closer to Silicon Valley. Currently, the studio is focused on the upcoming release of Sheep Up! Freemium and is actively developing two additional game titles slated for release in 2013.

Baila Games

Seed Round in 2012
Baila Games is a gaming firm based in Tallinn, Estonia, dedicated to creating engaging mobile games that enhance the social experience of board games. The company aims to make these experiences memorable for the younger generation. Currently operating in stealth mode, Baila Games focuses on innovative game development to attract and entertain its target audience.

Akira Mobile

Seed Round in 2012
Akira Mobile is a company that specializes in the development of browser-based multiplayer strategy games aimed at gamers. In addition to its gaming offerings, Akira Mobile provides a range of mobile content services, including ringtones, graphics, and applications. The company also engages in mobile advertising, utilizing SMS and WAP push messages to reach its audience. By focusing on delivering affordable gaming experiences and diverse mobile content, Akira Mobile caters to the needs of its users in the evolving digital landscape.

Plan B Labs

Seed Round in 2012
Plan B Labs is a mobile app development company specializing in creating engaging and captivating online games.

Glowforth

Seed Round in 2012
Glowforth is an independent game studio located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and Tallinn, Estonia. Founded in 2010, the studio specializes in developing adventure games for digital distribution, combining emotional gameplay with original intellectual properties and a distinctive visual style. Glowforth's team is composed of storytellers, conceptual artists, image artisans, and game designers, allowing for a diverse approach to game development. The company gained initial funding for its first game, Last Inua, in 2013 after completing the Estonian accelerator Gamefounders. In addition to creating their own games, Glowforth also offers art direction and concept development services on a commission basis. The studio is committed to exploring innovative gameplay and believes that games hold the potential to be one of the defining art forms of the 21st century.

Mind on Games

Seed Round in 2012
Mind on Games is a developer of a multiplayer web gaming application that focuses on an engaging football management experience. The company's flagship product, Manager-Mania, allows users to take on the role of a football team manager, providing them with total control over their virtual teams. Players can build their managerial careers by making strategic decisions such as negotiating contracts, participating in the transfer market to buy and sell players, and setting tactics for matches. As users progress, they receive job offers from various clubs, allowing them to enhance their skills and compete against others globally. The platform combines elements of competition and social interaction, enabling users to enjoy the game with friends while developing essential management skills.
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