Makers Fund

Makers Fund is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments within the interactive entertainment industry, focusing on seed, series A, and series B funding rounds. The firm is headquartered in the United States, with an additional office located in Hong Kong. Makers Fund actively seeks investment opportunities across North America, Europe, and Asia, and is dedicated to supporting founders by leveraging a broad network and considerable industry experience.

Matthew Ball

Venture Partner

Cheng, CeCe

Venture Partner

Jay Chi

Founding Partner

Yohei Ishii

Principal

Ryann Lai

Partner

Adalsteinn Alli Ottarsson

Principal

Archie Stonehill

Investor

Andrew Wilson

Principal

Lia Zhang

Investor

119 past transactions

Teller Novel

Venture Round in 2025
Operator of an online storytelling community platform intended to make it easy to read online and offline. The company's platform aims to offer novel posting and distribution services to create new stories that will become global IPs, and the distribution business will convert the novels created on the platform into IPs, providing creators, publishers, stores, and other partners with the IP ecosystem.

Human Computer

Seed Round in 2025
Human Computer is an independent video game studio focused on creating meaningful and creatively boundary-pushing gaming experiences.

AudioMob

Venture Round in 2025
AudioMob Limited is a London-based company that specializes in advertising technology for the gaming industry. Established in 2019, it provides a platform that enables developers to monetize their games through non-intrusive audio advertisements. These ads are designed to enhance the gaming experience by allowing players to listen to them while engaging with the game, rather than interrupting gameplay. By integrating these audio ads, AudioMob helps brands connect with mobile gaming audiences, which can lead to improved player retention and more favorable reviews for games. The company was previously known as JUKEBOX TECHNOLOGY LTD before rebranding in July 2019.

Voldex

Series B in 2025
Voldex is a prominent company in the user-generated content (UGC) gaming sector, specializing in creating engaging games for platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite Creative, and Minecraft. Established in 2015, the company has built a strong portfolio that attracts nearly 25 million monthly active users, positioning it among the top grossing developers on Roblox. Voldex operates as a video gaming studio that transforms unique game concepts into reality, enhancing the gaming experience for users. With a dedicated team of 60 full-time employees, Voldex continues to innovate within the gaming landscape.

BIT ODD

Seed Round in 2024
BIT ODD provides handcrafted game toys. The company offers games filled with wonder, weirdness, and delight. For inquiries, telephone and email are used.

Hybe IM

Series A in 2024
HYBE INTERACTIVE MEDIA (HYBE IM) is broadening the scope of HYBE's entertainment offerings by creating games and publishing them for people all over the world. HYBE IM creates numerous contents and services by combining cutting-edge interactive media technology with music, artists, and entertainment components, resulting in new viewpoints and experiences.

Thinkr

Series A in 2024
Thinkr provides advertising, video production, content, UX design, and animation services.

Rune

Venture Round in 2024
Dusk is the best place to talk and play multiplayer games with your friends. Users hang out on Dusk’s mobile app, sharing laughs on our voice chat as they play indie multiplayer games together! Developers use the Dusk SDK to build multiplayer games without needing a single line of backend code.

Sekai Studio

Seed Round in 2024
We are creating next-level entertainment for Anime fans between episodes.

Voldex

Funding Round in 2024
Voldex is a prominent company in the user-generated content (UGC) gaming sector, specializing in creating engaging games for platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite Creative, and Minecraft. Established in 2015, the company has built a strong portfolio that attracts nearly 25 million monthly active users, positioning it among the top grossing developers on Roblox. Voldex operates as a video gaming studio that transforms unique game concepts into reality, enhancing the gaming experience for users. With a dedicated team of 60 full-time employees, Voldex continues to innovate within the gaming landscape.

Blocklords

Seed Round in 2024
Blocklords is a team of gamers ourselves, we love creating memorable experiences that can be shared together with others.

Noodle Cat

Series A in 2023
Noodle Cat is an independent game studio on a mission to change the current standard of game development. The Noodle Cat team is committed to learning, collaborating, and pushing boundaries in a healthy, flexible working environment.

Forge

Seed Round in 2023
Forge, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a gaming application that allows gamers to share short clips of their in-game achievements with friends. The platform provides a fast, automatic, and always-on game capture feature, enabling users to easily record and share their gameplay moments. Forge is available for free, with no advertisements, focusing solely on enhancing the gaming experience and rewarding users for their accomplishments in gaming.

Forge

Seed Round in 2023
Forge, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a gaming application that allows gamers to share short clips of their in-game achievements with friends. The platform provides a fast, automatic, and always-on game capture feature, enabling users to easily record and share their gameplay moments. Forge is available for free, with no advertisements, focusing solely on enhancing the gaming experience and rewarding users for their accomplishments in gaming.

Xixiang Ecological Chain Collection

Seed Round in 2023
Xixiang Ecological Chain Collection is a Web3 digital collection platform that includes encrypted art production, promotion, and collecting, as well as IP permission.

HypeLab

Seed Round in 2023
HypeLab is a web3 advertising company that specializes in using on-chain data to enhance ad personalization and targeting. The firm assists web3 companies in monetizing their platforms through tailored advertising solutions, while also offering advertisers a scalable user acquisition channel. HypeLab enables clients to create and manage their marketing campaigns digitally, providing tools to track reach and performance in real-time. By focusing on the unique needs of the web3 ecosystem, HypeLab positions itself as a pivotal player in the evolving landscape of digital marketing.

Hyper

Seed Round in 2023
Building the hyperverse. We let people stream, make content, and make friends as an avatar.

World Makers

Series A in 2023
World Makers is a game development studio focused on creating horror-based online multiplayer games. The company specializes in action-packed, first-person shooter experiences that challenge players' instincts related to trust and deception. By designing games that are engaging and accessible, World Makers aims to provide a fun gaming environment for a wide audience, emphasizing social interaction and multiplayer dynamics.

Blacktop Hoops

Seed Round in 2023
Blacktop Hoops is a game development studio focused on creating competitive multiplayer virtual reality sports games inspired by streetball culture. The company specializes in developing electronic art that features immersive basketball dynamics, allowing players to engage in fast-paced matches against real opponents or AI. Through their innovative approach, Blacktop Hoops enables gamers to perform a variety of tricks, shots, and high-flying dunks, enhancing the overall gaming experience and fostering a vibrant virtual community centered around streetball.

Hadi

Seed Round in 2023
Hadi is a mobile games company co-founded by industry veterans focusing on casual games.

Atomontage

Venture Round in 2023
Atomontage is a company based in Wilmington, Delaware, that specializes in developing a volumetric graphics and simulation platform. This innovative software utilizes a unique geometry of volume pixels and voxels, addressing the limitations of traditional vector-based polygon meshes. By enabling the representation of full matter depth, Atomontage's technology facilitates direct content creation and enhances the processes of capturing, creating, editing, and consuming interactive 3D computer graphics. The platform is designed to handle exceptionally large data sets, positioning Atomontage as a leader in the field of computer simulation and graphics technology.

Genpop Interactive

Seed Round in 2023
Genpop Interactive is a game development studio focused on creating original, AAA-quality games, specifically in the next-generation team shooter genre. The company consists of a global consortium of experienced software engineers, game designers, artists, and competitive gamers, all of whom bring decades of expertise from working on numerous top-grossing and critically acclaimed titles. Genpop Interactive aims to foster a collaborative environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds can share knowledge and skills, ultimately enhancing the game development process. The studio emphasizes social interaction among gamers, promoting a culture of learning and creativity in game design.

CCP Games

Venture Round in 2023
CCP Games is an independent developer known for creating massively multiplayer online (MMO) games, particularly in the science fiction genre. Founded in 1997, the company gained recognition with the launch of EVE Online in May 2003, which has received critical acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to EVE Online, CCP is also working on other projects, including Project M5 and various first-person shooters. The company focuses on providing engaging multiplayer online experiences across different platforms, fostering environments where players can challenge themselves and thrive.

Storygrounds

Seed Round in 2023
Storygrounds is a unique platform that enables individuals of all skill levels to collaboratively create webcomics. By leveraging a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) model, the platform facilitates community-driven creative production, allowing users to build story worlds and games that can reach the market quickly. Storygrounds provides a suite of tools designed for effective collaboration, including features for contributor payouts, creative bounties, proposal submissions, and token issuance. Its innovative user experience and governance structures ensure transparency in ownership and compensation, fostering an inclusive environment for creators and contributors alike.

Modrinth

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Modrinth operates as an open-source modding platform primarily focused on enhancing the gaming experience for Minecraft users. The platform facilitates the discovery and sharing of game modifications, allowing both gamers and developers to explore, download, and upload various mods easily. By providing a user-friendly interface and an open-source API, Modrinth enables seamless integration with game launchers, thereby streamlining the modding process. The company's mission is to empower creators by providing a functional platform where their work can be experienced and shared globally, ultimately transforming the hobby of game modding into a viable career path.

Voldex

Series A in 2023
Voldex is a prominent company in the user-generated content (UGC) gaming sector, specializing in creating engaging games for platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite Creative, and Minecraft. Established in 2015, the company has built a strong portfolio that attracts nearly 25 million monthly active users, positioning it among the top grossing developers on Roblox. Voldex operates as a video gaming studio that transforms unique game concepts into reality, enhancing the gaming experience for users. With a dedicated team of 60 full-time employees, Voldex continues to innovate within the gaming landscape.

Roboto Games

Series A in 2022
Roboto Games, Inc. is a game development studio based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2013 by Curt Bererton and Mathilde Pignol. The company specializes in creating synchronous multiplayer action games for various platforms, including web, PC, Android, and iOS devices. Roboto Games aims to bring friends and family together through casual multiplayer experiences, while also offering mid-core games that cater to a broader audience by incorporating solo gameplay elements. Prior to establishing Roboto Games, the founders created ZipZapPlay, a web and Facebook games company that was sold to PopCap and later became part of Electronic Arts. The studio is recognized for its commitment to developing innovative and entertaining games within the competitive San Francisco Bay Area gaming industry.

Noodle Cat

Seed Round in 2022
Noodle Cat is an independent game studio on a mission to change the current standard of game development. The Noodle Cat team is committed to learning, collaborating, and pushing boundaries in a healthy, flexible working environment.

Wizits

Series A in 2022
Wizits is a game development firm based in Tel Aviv, Israel, founded by Yair Panet in 2013. The company specializes in creating casual mobile games and operates a virtual social casino platform that allows players to engage and interact online. Wizits aims to deliver innovative gaming experiences that provide joy and entertainment to a growing global audience of gaming enthusiasts.

Odyssey Interactive

Series A in 2022
Odyssey Interactive Inc is a Canadian video game development studio founded in 2020 and located in Grand Valley, Canada. The company focuses on creating games that foster emotional connections and engage players long after they have finished playing. With a mobile-first approach, Odyssey aims to cater to the next generation of gamers, who are increasingly connected and diverse, viewing their devices as extensions of themselves. The founding team consists of four former leads from Riot Games, known for their work on popular titles such as League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics. Odyssey Interactive is dedicated to building games that resonate with players, emphasizing challenges rooted in purpose, community, and longevity to enhance the gaming experience.

Magic Games

Seed Round in 2022
Magic Games is a mobile gaming company with new genre of casual multiplayer puzzle games.

Theorycraft Games

Series B in 2022
Theorycraft Games operates as an independent game development studio that operates remotely. The company is in process of developing its first game codenamed Loki. Theorycraft was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States.

Smitten

Series A in 2022
Smitten is an engaging dating application designed to facilitate conversation and connection among users. By incorporating creative games, interactive profiles, and icebreakers, Smitten transforms the dating experience into a fun and approachable process. The platform aims to simplify interactions, allowing users to easily initiate conversations regardless of their communication skills. Through its innovative approach, Smitten seeks to connect like-minded individuals in a playful and enjoyable manner.

Hidden Door

Seed Round in 2022
Hidden Door is a game technology studio focused on creating an innovative online platform that combines narrative and artificial intelligence. The company aims to transform various works of fiction into immersive social roleplaying experiences, allowing players, authors, and creators to engage in storytelling. Utilizing AI and natural language processing, Hidden Door's platform enables users, particularly children, to discover and craft their own stories by creating personalized characters and embarking on adventures in diverse open story worlds. This approach fosters creativity and engagement in storytelling through interactive gameplay.

Netspeak Games

Series A in 2022
Netspeak Games Ltd., founded in 2019 and based in London, United Kingdom, focuses on developing online multiplayer games for mobile and PC platforms. The company operates as a zero-crunch studio, emphasizing a non-violent approach to gaming. Its first title is a social massively multiplayer online game (MMO) that provides a relaxing environment for players to connect, unwind, and engage with friends. By creating immersive experiences, Netspeak Games aims to foster inclusive communities and meaningful interactions among players.

Ancient8

Seed Round in 2022
Ancient8 is focused on creating the infrastructure for GameFi, emphasizing software development and community engagement. The company is building GameFi Identity and Launchpad products to facilitate the marketing and distribution of GameFi and Metaverse projects, aiming to onboard millions of users. As the largest blockchain gaming guild in Vietnam, Ancient8 provides opportunities for individuals to participate in the Metaverse through various offerings, including guild scholarships, blockchain education, and institutional-grade research. The organization envisions democratizing social and financial access within the Metaverse. Additionally, Ancient8 is backed by prominent investors in the blockchain and gaming sectors.

Portal Fantasy

Seed Round in 2022
Portal Fantasy is a blockchain-powered pixel adventure RPG that combines nostalgic gameplay with innovative mechanics. Players can assume the roles of Heroes and Architects, embarking on an epic journey filled with quests and challenges. As Heroes, players befriend and battle alongside Porbles while exploring diverse worlds. Architects, on the other hand, can create and design unique environments, maps, and quests for others to experience. The game incorporates a collection of tradable NFTs, allowing players to earn rewards through exploration and creativity. With its emphasis on community-driven content and interactive gameplay, Portal Fantasy offers a modern twist on the classic RPG genre.

Ethlas

Seed Round in 2022
Ethlas is a Web3 software and gaming company focused on revolutionizing the gaming industry by utilizing blockchain technology to create innovative user experiences. The company aims to make Web3 accessible and secure for a broad audience, facilitating the monetization of gaming through play-to-earn models that allow players to earn cryptocurrency rewards. Ethlas develops gaming and infrastructure tools that enhance the usability and safety of Web3 for both gamers and businesses. Players can engage in various skill-based games, compete in rankings, and participate in tournaments, thereby enriching their gaming experience while benefiting from the economic opportunities provided by the Web3 ecosystem.

Gamefam

Series A in 2022
Gamefam is a prominent video game development studio founded in 2019 by Joe Ferencz in Los Angeles, California. Specializing in the Roblox platform, the company comprises over 100 industry veterans and Roblox enthusiasts who collaborate to create engaging and memorable gaming experiences. Gamefam focuses on enhancing game monetization through increased user engagement by leveraging the expertise of experienced developers and live operations managers. The studio aims to fulfill the creative aspirations of developers while delivering enjoyable gameplay to the gaming community.

GGWP

Seed Round in 2022
GGWP is a developer of an artificial intelligence platform aimed at improving the gaming experience by reducing toxic and disruptive behavior among players. The platform employs machine learning and advanced behavioral models to detect incidents of misconduct, allowing for real-time identification and prioritization of issues. By automating responses to player reports and incidents, GGWP enhances the efficiency and accuracy of moderation processes. This enables game developers to foster a more positive environment within their games, promoting healthy interactions among players.

Treasure Play

Seed Round in 2022
Treasure Plays is a Web3-native game developer creating engaging and entertaining gaming experiences for web and mobile platforms.

FRVR

Series A in 2022
FRVR Limited is a Malta-based company that specializes in the development and distribution of online computer games. The company operates an instant gaming distribution platform that connects billions of players with engaging games, aiming to democratize access to gaming content. By collaborating with innovative partners, FRVR delivers both expertise and technology to enhance game distribution beyond traditional app stores. The company also works closely with game developers and studios to create captivating games that can be enjoyed across various platforms, including chat applications and social media. Through its efforts, FRVR seeks to adapt to the evolving landscape of gaming and entertainment, ensuring that users can easily access and engage with its offerings.

Hidden Door

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Hidden Door is a game technology studio focused on creating an innovative online platform that combines narrative and artificial intelligence. The company aims to transform various works of fiction into immersive social roleplaying experiences, allowing players, authors, and creators to engage in storytelling. Utilizing AI and natural language processing, Hidden Door's platform enables users, particularly children, to discover and craft their own stories by creating personalized characters and embarking on adventures in diverse open story worlds. This approach fosters creativity and engagement in storytelling through interactive gameplay.

Loco

Series A in 2022
Loco is an Indian game streaming platform that focuses on creating multiplayer social communities for gamers. It allows users to connect with the public through live streams and arcade games, providing a space for players to showcase their skills. The platform is designed to enhance the gaming experience by enabling interaction with audiences and offering gameplay rewards, thereby maximizing engagement within the global gaming industry.

Voldex

Venture Round in 2022
Voldex is a prominent company in the user-generated content (UGC) gaming sector, specializing in creating engaging games for platforms such as Roblox, Fortnite Creative, and Minecraft. Established in 2015, the company has built a strong portfolio that attracts nearly 25 million monthly active users, positioning it among the top grossing developers on Roblox. Voldex operates as a video gaming studio that transforms unique game concepts into reality, enhancing the gaming experience for users. With a dedicated team of 60 full-time employees, Voldex continues to innovate within the gaming landscape.

Midnite

Series A in 2022
Midnite is a platform focused on the future of esports betting, providing users with a secure and convenient environment to engage in online gaming. The platform allows users to place bets on football matches and players, as well as participate in fantasy football leagues. It offers a competitive space where users can battle their dream teams against others, win prizes, and enjoy both casual and real-money betting experiences. By catering to gamers and esports enthusiasts, Midnite is positioned to capitalize on the expanding esports industry while ensuring a safe and engaging betting experience.

Alta

Seed Round in 2022
Alta is a virtual reality company that develops games. They focus on developing a range of fun-based, adventurous, and war-mimicking multiplayer games that could be played across multiple virtual reality interfaces and immersive environments, enabling gaming enthusiasts to engage in mobile, animated virtual reality games via smartphones, laptops, or computers anytime, anywhere.

Rebel Bots

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Rebel Bots is a digital card fighting game with a science-fiction premise that allows players to compete against each other.

Rebel Bots

Seed Round in 2022
Rebel Bots is a digital card fighting game with a science-fiction premise that allows players to compete against each other.

Dream Games

Series C in 2022
Dream Games is a mobile gaming company based in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 2019. The company focuses on developing high-quality, scalable interactive mobile games that aim to provide immersive and competitive experiences for users. By blending technology and creativity, Dream Games specializes in casual and multiplayer video games, ensuring that its titles are engaging and enjoyable for players over the long term.

DreamCraft

Series A in 2021
DreamCraft Entertainment Inc. is a game creation and monetization platform founded in 2018 and based in San Mateo, California. The company provides a user-friendly platform that enables video game modders to create, publish, and monetize games without the need for programming skills. By offering a no-code environment, DreamCraft equips users with tools to design, modify, and host their own games, facilitating a seamless experience for both creators and players across PC and mobile platforms. This approach empowers individuals to turn their gaming ideas into reality and potentially generate income from their creations.

AudioMob

Series A in 2021
AudioMob Limited is a London-based company that specializes in advertising technology for the gaming industry. Established in 2019, it provides a platform that enables developers to monetize their games through non-intrusive audio advertisements. These ads are designed to enhance the gaming experience by allowing players to listen to them while engaging with the game, rather than interrupting gameplay. By integrating these audio ads, AudioMob helps brands connect with mobile gaming audiences, which can lead to improved player retention and more favorable reviews for games. The company was previously known as JUKEBOX TECHNOLOGY LTD before rebranding in July 2019.

Mod.io

Series A in 2021
Mod.io is a cross-platform service that facilitates mod support and user-generated content (UGC) for video games, established by the team behind ModDB. Launched in 2019, it allows game studios to enhance community engagement on PC, console, and mobile platforms. The service has been adopted by over 50 games, attracting around 400,000 daily users who have collectively produced 600,000 pieces of content, resulting in more than 100 million mods installed. Mod.io provides an automated and scalable solution for developers to integrate UGC, fostering long-term user engagement and supporting creator economies. Its platform features a clientless application programming interface that streamlines the creation and sharing of modifications across various platforms and stores, helping to maintain a continuous flow of fresh content.

Jam.gg

Series A in 2021
Jam.gg is a cloud-based platform that enables users to play party and retro games directly from their web browsers, eliminating the need for installation. The platform is designed to be accessible from any device, making it easy for users to engage in gaming experiences. It features innovative tools such as live 3D masks and filters, allowing users to transform 2D games into 3D environments. By providing a seamless gaming experience, Jam.gg caters to individuals looking to enjoy premium retro games while socializing online.

Stream Captain

Series A in 2021
Stream Captain is a developer of a gaming platform designed to enhance the interaction between streamers and their viewers during live broadcasts. The platform enables streamers to host interactive games that viewers can participate in alongside them, primarily on streaming sites like Twitch. By fostering engagement through chat interactions, the platform keeps audiences captivated while allowing viewers to support their favorite streamers by purchasing or gifting in-game skins. This approach not only enhances the viewing experience but also encourages a sense of community and participation among users.

Ramen VR

Series A in 2021
Ramen VR is transforming game development with XR and AI tools and is also known for creating the bestselling VR game “Zenith: Nexus”.

AviaGames

Series B in 2021
AviaGames, founded in 2017, specializes in developing engaging mobile gaming applications that emphasize fair competition through a sophisticated algorithm. The company operates a gaming studio that publishes real-money skill-based games, including various genres such as casino, puzzle, action, card, math, and brain games. Its flagship product, Pocket7Games, consolidates these diverse gaming categories under a single membership and wallet system, allowing players to transition smoothly between different games. AviaGames has quickly established itself in the gaming industry, achieving significant popularity with top rankings on the App Store and leading in monthly tournaments. While currently focused on the U.S. market, the company plans to expand into other regions, including the UK, in the near future.

Genvid Technologies

Series C in 2021
Genvid Technologies develops software tools for eSports interactive streaming. It was created by a team of veterans who pioneered innovations in server-side gaming. Genvid's technologies are built for game developers and broadcasting companies looking for tools tailored with games in mind. It is the first developer-grade broadcast technology, integrated with game engines. Founded in 2016, Genvid Technologies is based in New York City.

Dream Games

Series B in 2021
Dream Games is a mobile gaming company based in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 2019. The company focuses on developing high-quality, scalable interactive mobile games that aim to provide immersive and competitive experiences for users. By blending technology and creativity, Dream Games specializes in casual and multiplayer video games, ensuring that its titles are engaging and enjoyable for players over the long term.

VRChat

Series D in 2021
VRChat is a virtual reality social platform that enables users to create and explore immersive virtual worlds. The platform emphasizes community-driven content creation, allowing users to design custom avatars, engage in social interactions, and participate in events. VRChat features 3D spatialized audio, enhancing the experience by allowing users to hear conversations in a more natural way. By fostering a creative environment, VRChat empowers individuals to build diverse 3D experiences and connect with others globally, making it a significant player in the social virtual reality space.

World Makers

Seed Round in 2021
World Makers is a game development studio focused on creating horror-based online multiplayer games. The company specializes in action-packed, first-person shooter experiences that challenge players' instincts related to trust and deception. By designing games that are engaging and accessible, World Makers aims to provide a fun gaming environment for a wide audience, emphasizing social interaction and multiplayer dynamics.

The Game Band

Seed Round in 2021
The Game Band is a game creator studio for Apple Arcade, Switch, and PC. The company is the creator of Blaseball, an online game that features baseball. The Game Band was founded in 2015 by Sam Rosenthal and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States.

WinZO

Series B in 2021
WinZO is a mobile e-sports social gaming platform that provides players with monetary rewards and prizes. Launched in 2018 and headquartered in New Delhi, India, the platform features over 70 games, including popular titles such as carrom, cricket, and trivia-based challenges. WinZO's offerings are accessible in 12+ regional languages, catering to a diverse audience, with 60% of the content consumed in non-English languages. The platform aims to create an engaging gaming experience while promoting social interaction among users.

Gaggle Studios

Venture Round in 2021
Gaggle Studios is a developer of a video chat-integrated gaming platform based in California. The company focuses on creating engaging and enjoyable games that incorporate voice chat features, allowing users to communicate effectively while playing. This innovative approach enhances the social experience of gaming, particularly through its unique social deception game, which encourages interaction among players. Gaggle Studios aims to provide a fun and immersive environment where gaming and communication coexist seamlessly.

Multiverse

Series A in 2021
Multiverse, Inc. is an online platform that allows users to create, play, stream, and share tabletop role-playing games. Founded in 2019 by Sara Alfageeh, Thariq Shihipar, and Hisham Bedri, the company is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The platform is accessible on the web, as well as on PCs and mobile devices. In addition to its gaming features, Multiverse provides a marketplace where creatives can design and sell skins, art, and games to other users, fostering a vibrant community of game development and interaction.

Lightheart Entertainment

Series A in 2021
Lightheart Entertainment Oy is a mobile game development studio located in Helsinki, Finland, established in 2019 by a team of experienced developers. The company focuses on creating innovative mobile games while emphasizing efficient development practices and data-driven decision-making. Lightheart aims to enhance the game development process, reducing learning curves and promoting scalability. Through its commitment to craftsmanship and continuous improvement, the studio seeks not only to produce engaging games but also to redefine the methods of game creation.

WinZO

Debt Financing in 2021
WinZO is a mobile e-sports social gaming platform that provides players with monetary rewards and prizes. Launched in 2018 and headquartered in New Delhi, India, the platform features over 70 games, including popular titles such as carrom, cricket, and trivia-based challenges. WinZO's offerings are accessible in 12+ regional languages, catering to a diverse audience, with 60% of the content consumed in non-English languages. The platform aims to create an engaging gaming experience while promoting social interaction among users.

Dream Games

Series A in 2021
Dream Games is a mobile gaming company based in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 2019. The company focuses on developing high-quality, scalable interactive mobile games that aim to provide immersive and competitive experiences for users. By blending technology and creativity, Dream Games specializes in casual and multiplayer video games, ensuring that its titles are engaging and enjoyable for players over the long term.

Redhill Games

Funding Round in 2021
Redhill Games Ltd. is a Helsinki-based game development studio established in 2018, focusing on creating accessible and high-quality free-to-play PC games. Founded by former Remedy CEO Matias Myllyrinne in collaboration with industry veterans from Wargaming and Remedy, the company specializes in multiplayer tactical shooter games. Redhill Games aims to provide engaging team-based gaming experiences for a global audience, emphasizing both quality and accessibility in their offerings.

Neon Koi

Seed Round in 2021
Neon Koi is a game development studio focused on creating immersive gaming experiences. The company specializes in shooter-based games, primarily designed as cooperative player-versus-environment experiences. This approach allows gaming enthusiasts to engage in competitive gameplay while collaborating with others. With a skilled team proficient in various operational functions, including art, technology, and gameplay, Neon Koi aims to deliver innovative and engaging titles that resonate with players.

Parsec

Series B in 2020
Parsec is a cloud-based platform that enables users to access their work, games, and social connections from any location and device. It provides tools for artists, animators, developers, and designers to utilize powerful PCs and virtual machines remotely, facilitating collaboration across various creative industries such as gaming, animation, film, and architecture. Parsec's technology offers low-latency gameplay streaming and supports high-quality interactive experiences, allowing millions of users to play games on the go. By simply sharing a link, users can collaborate and play with friends and family, enhancing both work and leisure activities through seamless remote access.

Mod.io

Seed Round in 2020
Mod.io is a cross-platform service that facilitates mod support and user-generated content (UGC) for video games, established by the team behind ModDB. Launched in 2019, it allows game studios to enhance community engagement on PC, console, and mobile platforms. The service has been adopted by over 50 games, attracting around 400,000 daily users who have collectively produced 600,000 pieces of content, resulting in more than 100 million mods installed. Mod.io provides an automated and scalable solution for developers to integrate UGC, fostering long-term user engagement and supporting creator economies. Its platform features a clientless application programming interface that streamlines the creation and sharing of modifications across various platforms and stores, helping to maintain a continuous flow of fresh content.

Cashmere AI

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Cashmere AI is a private messaging service made with the intention of making fan chats profitable. The company's platform enables easy communication between creators and followers by providing paid direct messages to cut through the clutter and interactive text and voice discussions.

Jam.gg

Seed Round in 2020
Jam.gg is a cloud-based platform that enables users to play party and retro games directly from their web browsers, eliminating the need for installation. The platform is designed to be accessible from any device, making it easy for users to engage in gaming experiences. It features innovative tools such as live 3D masks and filters, allowing users to transform 2D games into 3D environments. By providing a seamless gaming experience, Jam.gg caters to individuals looking to enjoy premium retro games while socializing online.

WinZO

Series B in 2020
WinZO is a mobile e-sports social gaming platform that provides players with monetary rewards and prizes. Launched in 2018 and headquartered in New Delhi, India, the platform features over 70 games, including popular titles such as carrom, cricket, and trivia-based challenges. WinZO's offerings are accessible in 12+ regional languages, catering to a diverse audience, with 60% of the content consumed in non-English languages. The platform aims to create an engaging gaming experience while promoting social interaction among users.

Parsec

Series A in 2020
Parsec is a cloud-based platform that enables users to access their work, games, and social connections from any location and device. It provides tools for artists, animators, developers, and designers to utilize powerful PCs and virtual machines remotely, facilitating collaboration across various creative industries such as gaming, animation, film, and architecture. Parsec's technology offers low-latency gameplay streaming and supports high-quality interactive experiences, allowing millions of users to play games on the go. By simply sharing a link, users can collaborate and play with friends and family, enhancing both work and leisure activities through seamless remote access.

Funtap

Series A in 2020
Funtap is a company that specializes in mobile game publishing and development, offering a diverse range of engaging and interactive games, including role-playing, strategy, and action titles. Each game is designed with immersive storylines, high-quality graphics, and social features to enhance user engagement and foster a sense of community among players. In addition to its gaming platform, Funtap also provides a wealth management technology platform and digital payment solutions, broadening its scope within the digital entertainment and financial sectors. By focusing on creating unique gaming experiences and integrating financial technology, Funtap aims to cater to a wide audience while promoting interactive entertainment.

Superplus Games

Venture Round in 2020
Superplus Games Oy, founded in 2015 and based in Helsinki, Finland, specializes in developing and commercializing casual multiplayer games for mobile platforms. The company's notable title, Hills of Steel, has achieved over 50 million downloads and earned the Editors’ Choice badge from Google Play. Superplus Games aims to explore the untapped potential within the mobile multiplayer gaming market, distinguishing itself from competitors who often focus on more intense genres like real-time strategy, role-playing, and first-person shooters. By fostering a playful competitive environment in casual gaming, the company aspires to create engaging experiences that players will enjoy over the long term. Additionally, Superplus Games emphasizes a data-driven approach to decision-making, ensuring that their game development aligns with user preferences and market trends.

DreamCraft

Seed Round in 2020
DreamCraft Entertainment Inc. is a game creation and monetization platform founded in 2018 and based in San Mateo, California. The company provides a user-friendly platform that enables video game modders to create, publish, and monetize games without the need for programming skills. By offering a no-code environment, DreamCraft equips users with tools to design, modify, and host their own games, facilitating a seamless experience for both creators and players across PC and mobile platforms. This approach empowers individuals to turn their gaming ideas into reality and potentially generate income from their creations.

End Game Interactive

Seed Round in 2020
End Game Interactive is a game development company known for creating ZombsRoyale.io, a real-time multiplayer shooter accessible through web browsers on various platforms. Originally focused on developing third-party applications for games like Pokévision, the company has since shifted its focus to building an online gaming community that features advanced competitions and interactive experiences. By providing a platform for real-time gameplay and story-based games, End Game Interactive enables gaming enthusiasts to connect and engage with one another, fostering a vibrant online community.

Midnite

Seed Round in 2020
Midnite is a platform focused on the future of esports betting, providing users with a secure and convenient environment to engage in online gaming. The platform allows users to place bets on football matches and players, as well as participate in fantasy football leagues. It offers a competitive space where users can battle their dream teams against others, win prizes, and enjoy both casual and real-money betting experiences. By catering to gamers and esports enthusiasts, Midnite is positioned to capitalize on the expanding esports industry while ensuring a safe and engaging betting experience.

Netspeak Games

Seed Round in 2020
Netspeak Games Ltd., founded in 2019 and based in London, United Kingdom, focuses on developing online multiplayer games for mobile and PC platforms. The company operates as a zero-crunch studio, emphasizing a non-violent approach to gaming. Its first title is a social massively multiplayer online game (MMO) that provides a relaxing environment for players to connect, unwind, and engage with friends. By creating immersive experiences, Netspeak Games aims to foster inclusive communities and meaningful interactions among players.

Medal

Series B in 2020
Medal is an online platform designed for gamers to create, watch, share, and analyze gaming highlights. The platform allows users to capture key moments from their gameplay using various recording methods, which can then be shared with others. This functionality enables gamers to showcase their skills and enhance their overall gaming experience by easily sharing digital clips and highlights from live streams.

Bossa Studios

Series B in 2019
Bossa Studios is an indie games developer and publisher founded in 2010. Creators of the BAFTA winning Monstermind, BAFTA nominated Surgeon Simulator, I am Bread and Worlds Adrift, the company has brought a new take on how indie games are played and discovered. With their games being played by millions of gamers worldwide, Bossa aims to create games that defy genres and open up new audiences.

Genvid Technologies

Series B in 2019
Genvid Technologies develops software tools for eSports interactive streaming. It was created by a team of veterans who pioneered innovations in server-side gaming. Genvid's technologies are built for game developers and broadcasting companies looking for tools tailored with games in mind. It is the first developer-grade broadcast technology, integrated with game engines. Founded in 2016, Genvid Technologies is based in New York City.

Dream Games

Seed Round in 2019
Dream Games is a mobile gaming company based in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 2019. The company focuses on developing high-quality, scalable interactive mobile games that aim to provide immersive and competitive experiences for users. By blending technology and creativity, Dream Games specializes in casual and multiplayer video games, ensuring that its titles are engaging and enjoyable for players over the long term.

Two Hat

Series A in 2019
Two Hat Security Ltd., operating as Community Sift, is a Canadian company established in 2012 that specializes in risk-based chat filtering and moderation software. The company's AI-driven platform processes over 30 billion interactions monthly, effectively classifying and filtering messages, usernames, images, and videos in real-time. Two Hat's solutions are designed to combat online harms such as cyberbullying, hate speech, and child exploitation, thereby promoting safer online environments across various social networks. Community Sift serves as an enterprise-level tool that includes customizable features for content moderation, while Sift Ninja offers a streamlined profanity filter suited for smaller platforms. Both products utilize advanced content classifiers to automatically detect and manage disruptive behaviors, enabling clients to create healthier user experiences.

Unit 2 Games

Venture Round in 2019
Unit 2 Games Limited is a video game development company based in Leamington Spa, United Kingdom, founded in 2017. The company specializes in Crayta, a collaborative game creation and sharing platform that empowers users, regardless of their experience in game development, to create and customize their own multiplayer titles. This platform facilitates interaction among users, allowing them to share their creations with one another, fostering a community of both developers and non-developers. Through its innovative approach, Unit 2 Games aims to make game development more accessible and engaging for a broader audience.

Atomontage

Seed Round in 2019
Atomontage is a company based in Wilmington, Delaware, that specializes in developing a volumetric graphics and simulation platform. This innovative software utilizes a unique geometry of volume pixels and voxels, addressing the limitations of traditional vector-based polygon meshes. By enabling the representation of full matter depth, Atomontage's technology facilitates direct content creation and enhances the processes of capturing, creating, editing, and consuming interactive 3D computer graphics. The platform is designed to handle exceptionally large data sets, positioning Atomontage as a leader in the field of computer simulation and graphics technology.

Roboto Games

Venture Round in 2019
Roboto Games, Inc. is a game development studio based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2013 by Curt Bererton and Mathilde Pignol. The company specializes in creating synchronous multiplayer action games for various platforms, including web, PC, Android, and iOS devices. Roboto Games aims to bring friends and family together through casual multiplayer experiences, while also offering mid-core games that cater to a broader audience by incorporating solo gameplay elements. Prior to establishing Roboto Games, the founders created ZipZapPlay, a web and Facebook games company that was sold to PopCap and later became part of Electronic Arts. The studio is recognized for its commitment to developing innovative and entertaining games within the competitive San Francisco Bay Area gaming industry.

Rune

Seed Round in 2019
Dusk is the best place to talk and play multiplayer games with your friends. Users hang out on Dusk’s mobile app, sharing laughs on our voice chat as they play indie multiplayer games together! Developers use the Dusk SDK to build multiplayer games without needing a single line of backend code.

Ramen VR

Seed Round in 2019
Ramen VR is transforming game development with XR and AI tools and is also known for creating the bestselling VR game “Zenith: Nexus”.

Medal

Series A in 2019
Medal is an online platform designed for gamers to create, watch, share, and analyze gaming highlights. The platform allows users to capture key moments from their gameplay using various recording methods, which can then be shared with others. This functionality enables gamers to showcase their skills and enhance their overall gaming experience by easily sharing digital clips and highlights from live streams.

BetaDwarf

Series A in 2019
BetaDwarf is a video game development studio focused on creating engaging co-op gaming experiences that foster friendships among players worldwide. The company specializes in developing fun and challenging games, often utilizing augmented reality to enhance gameplay. Their offerings are designed to be accessible across various platforms, including computers and gaming consoles, allowing gaming enthusiasts to enjoy digital, friendship-based games on multiple interfaces. Through their innovative approach, BetaDwarf aims to push the boundaries of cooperative gaming.

Drivetime

Series A in 2019
Drivetime, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in designing and developing interactive audio games for the entertainment industry. Founded in 2018, Drivetime offers a unique online platform that allows users to engage in trivia and other games while driving, promoting a hands-free and non-distracting gameplay experience. This innovative approach enables players to connect with friends, family, and co-workers through voice-driven challenges, making driving time more enjoyable and interactive.

VRChat

Series C in 2019
VRChat is a virtual reality social platform that enables users to create and explore immersive virtual worlds. The platform emphasizes community-driven content creation, allowing users to design custom avatars, engage in social interactions, and participate in events. VRChat features 3D spatialized audio, enhancing the experience by allowing users to hear conversations in a more natural way. By fostering a creative environment, VRChat empowers individuals to build diverse 3D experiences and connect with others globally, making it a significant player in the social virtual reality space.

FaceIT

Series B in 2019
FaceIT is the gaming platform for online multiplayer PvP gamers with more than ten million users, and a total of twelve million online gaming sessions each month. It also allows players to easily play in tournaments and leagues for virtual and real-world prizes through automated tournament management and matchmaking technology. FaceIT platform offers all the tools required for publishers and developers to reinforce the esports ecosystem around their game thanks to the advanced software development kit (SDK) which provides game creators with the necessary tools to integrate user-friendly matchmaking, tournaments, and leagues into their titles. They aim to further the esports ecosystem by offering players of all levels the chance to compete in a competitive environment with the games they love while providing publishers and third-party organizers with the tools needed to build their competitive community. FaceIT was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom.

Klang Games

Series B in 2019
Klang Games GmbH is an independent game development studio based in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2013. The studio focuses on creating engaging multiplayer games that foster community interaction. Its flagship project, ReRunners: Race for the World, is an online asynchronous multiplayer game designed for mobile and tablet devices, featuring an open world and fast-paced racing elements. The team, comprised of twelve passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds, is dedicated to developing next-generation gaming experiences by employing innovative technology and distinctive art styles. Klang Games aims to build valuable gaming communities while delivering unique and sustainable products that enhance player engagement.
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