Accel

Accel is a venture capital firm founded in 1983 and based in Palo Alto, California. It specializes in early and growth-stage investments, focusing primarily on technology startups in sectors such as cloud computing, software, digital media, and fintech. With additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore, Accel employs localized strategies to identify and support entrepreneurs capable of building category-defining businesses. The firm has a notable portfolio featuring companies like Facebook, Spotify, and Slack, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation across various industries. Accel manages several funds, targeting investments ranging from $5 million to $15 million, and has a robust global presence that includes partnerships in India and China.

Radhika Ananth

Vice President

Radhika Ananth

Vice President

Yudi Anugrah

Investor

Casey Aylward

Partner

Julien Bek

Principal

Luca Bocchio

Partner

Andrew Braccia

General Partner

Andrei Brasoveanu

Partner

Katie Brown

Investor

Miles Clements

Partner

Adrian Colyer

Venture Partner

Kevin Comolli

Founding Partner

Anand Daniel

Partner

Ben Dooley

CFO

Peter Doyle

Investor

Christine Esserman

Partner

C. Alex Estevez

Venture Partner

Candice du Fretay

Investor

Rohit Ganapathy

Investor

Sameer Gandhi

Partner

Rishika Garg

Vice President

Martin Gibson

Technology Investor

Praachi Goenka

Investor

Bruce Golden

Partner

Graham Hutson

Investor

Sara Ittelson

Partner

Myrel Iturrey

Investor

Tanay Jagani

Investor

Chitranjan Jain

Investor

Dinesh Katiyar

Partner

Sanjay Khatri

Investor

Richard Kotite

Vice President

Gagan Kumar

General Partner

Ping Li

Partner

John Locke

Partner

Zhenya Loginov

Partner

Steve Loughlin

Partner

Eknoor Malhotra

Investor

Arun Mathew

Partner

Jonathan Mendelson

Investor

Gonzalo Mocorrea

Investor

Vasant Natarajan

Partner

Vas Natarajan

Partner

Harry Nelis

Partner

Nate Niparko

Partner

Maya S. Noeth

Partner

Rachit Parekh

Principal

Vijaysai Patnaik

Associate

Anagh Prasad

Investor

Varun Purandare

Principal and Investor

Ben Quazzo

Partner

Rafael Quintanilla

Investor

Aman Rai

Investor

Tim Rawlinson

Investor

Sagar Sanghvi

Partner

Antra Saxena

Investor

Tracy Sedlock

Chief Operating Partner

Jess Segal

IR Partner

Karan Shah

Investor

Manasi Shah

Investor

Sarthak Singh

Investor

Robert E. Sternberg

Investor

Diksha Sundarka

Investor

Prayank Swaroop

Partner

Ryan Sweeney

General Partner

Charles Tananbaum

Investor

Humza Tariq

Investor

Yuvraj Wadhwa

Investor

Cecilia Wang

Vice President

Matt Weigand

Partner

Eric Wolford

Venture Partner

Richard Wong

General Partner

Ivan Zhou

Partner

Hendrik Nelis Ph.D

Partner

Past deals in eSports

Sky Mavis

Series C in 2022
Sky Mavis is a technology company that specializes in developing decentralized applications and services, primarily focusing on the gaming sector. As a blockchain studio, it creates virtual worlds that feature player-owned economies, allowing gamers to engage in trading digital assets. Through its innovative approach, Sky Mavis empowers players by providing them with economic freedom, enabling the buying and selling of collectibles within these digital environments. The company's commitment to building practical applications and interactive experiences positions it as a significant player in the intersection of gaming and blockchain technology.

FRVR

Series A in 2022
FRVR Limited provides online computer games. The company is based in Mellieha, Malta.

Wonder

Series A in 2021
Wonder is a gaming company focused on creating an all-in-one gaming platform for Android mobile devices. The platform enables users to play, stream, and share games seamlessly across various devices, thereby enhancing the overall gaming experience. In addition to its software solutions, Wonder is also involved in developing VR-ready gaming hardware. Currently, the company operates in stealth mode, suggesting that it is in the early stages of development and may be working on innovative features or products.

Sorare

Funding Round in 2021
Sorare SAS, founded in December 2018 and based in Paris, France, operates an online platform for a global fantasy football game. The platform allows users to buy, sell, and trade official digital collectibles in the form of NFT cards. Participants can manage their own soccer teams using these digital assets, making the experience both interactive and engaging. Sorare aims to make cryptocurrency enjoyable and accessible through its unique blend of fantasy football and digital collectibles. In December 2020, the company achieved notable sales, with $1.8 million worth of cards sold, reflecting its growing popularity in the digital sports market.

GetMega

Series B in 2021
Developer of a real-money skill-based gaming platform designed to create high scores and win cash prizes for smartphone users. The company's platform provides video calling features and real money-based gaming various casual games that users can participate in, enabling players to earn money while increasing their gaming skills.

GetMega

Series A in 2021
Developer of a real-money skill-based gaming platform designed to create high scores and win cash prizes for smartphone users. The company's platform provides video calling features and real money-based gaming various casual games that users can participate in, enabling players to earn money while increasing their gaming skills.

Sorare

Series A in 2021
Sorare SAS, founded in December 2018 and based in Paris, France, operates an online platform for a global fantasy football game. The platform allows users to buy, sell, and trade official digital collectibles in the form of NFT cards. Participants can manage their own soccer teams using these digital assets, making the experience both interactive and engaging. Sorare aims to make cryptocurrency enjoyable and accessible through its unique blend of fantasy football and digital collectibles. In December 2020, the company achieved notable sales, with $1.8 million worth of cards sold, reflecting its growing popularity in the digital sports market.

Kaikoo

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Kaikoo is a professional esports coaching platform designed to enhance the performance of players and streamline coaching processes. The platform features a real-time tracker that allows coaches to monitor teammate statistics, a dashboard for assigning and tracking tasks, and a calendar for scheduling training sessions and matches. Additionally, kaikoo includes a video analysis tool that enables synchronous viewing for teams. The platform is also equipped to provide automated coaching for individual players, utilizing data from global gameplay to propose tailored tasks aimed at improving performance. By connecting gamers with personalized coaching resources, kaikoo seeks to professionalize the esports sector and support players in their development.

GetMega

Seed Round in 2018
Developer of a real-money skill-based gaming platform designed to create high scores and win cash prizes for smartphone users. The company's platform provides video calling features and real money-based gaming various casual games that users can participate in, enabling players to earn money while increasing their gaming skills.

Mech Mocha

Funding Round in 2018
Mech Mocha Internet Private Limited, founded in 2011 and based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in developing mobile application games. The company operates India's first vernacular social gaming platform aimed at serving the next billion Indians, allowing users to engage in real-time multiplayer games such as ludo, cricket, rummy, and snake and ladder. Mech Mocha focuses on creating games in various Indian languages, facilitating a broader reach and inclusivity in gaming. Players can participate in these games and earn exciting gift cards and rewards, enhancing their gaming experience. As of late 2020, Mech Mocha functions as a subsidiary of Flipkart Online Services Pvt. Ltd.

Mayhem

Series A in 2018
Mayhem Interactive, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that offers a platform for real-time gameplay reviews and community engagement among gamers. The platform provides tools such as freehand drawing, map overlays, and broadcasting capabilities to facilitate feedback and interaction during gameplay. It allows gamers to participate in customized formats, including leagues, ladders, scrims, and tournaments, while delivering automatic game tracking and real-time leaderboards. Additionally, the company's analytics engine, known as Visor, tracks gamer performance and offers personalized advice. Founded in 2017, Mayhem Interactive operates as a subsidiary of Niantic, Inc. as of early 2021.

FRVR

Seed Round in 2018
FRVR Limited provides online computer games. The company is based in Mellieha, Malta.

Smash.gg

Series A in 2017
The Company provides software to improve the Smash experience for streamers, players, tournament attendees, and spectators (collectively, “General Users”) and for registered users who are tournament organizers (“Tournament Organizers”). The Company provides a platform for enabling connections between General Users and Tournament Organizers and for the collection of payments with respect to the sale of tickets, registrations, merchandise, and services for, and the solicitation of donations with respect to, events registered on the Site from General Users.

Mech Mocha

Series A in 2017
Mech Mocha Internet Private Limited, founded in 2011 and based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in developing mobile application games. The company operates India's first vernacular social gaming platform aimed at serving the next billion Indians, allowing users to engage in real-time multiplayer games such as ludo, cricket, rummy, and snake and ladder. Mech Mocha focuses on creating games in various Indian languages, facilitating a broader reach and inclusivity in gaming. Players can participate in these games and earn exciting gift cards and rewards, enhancing their gaming experience. As of late 2020, Mech Mocha functions as a subsidiary of Flipkart Online Services Pvt. Ltd.

Plays.tv

Series A in 2017
Plays.tv, Inc. is a software company that provides tools for gamers to record, replay, and share their gameplay experiences. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, the company offers Plays.tv, a platform that allows users to capture high-definition video of their gameplay, create highlight reels, and share these moments with friends and a broader gaming community. The software includes features such as auto-editing, auto-tagging, and a web API that grants access to a library of highlight videos, enabling users to explore and filter content by games, players, and hashtags. Plays.tv aims to foster a community where gamers can discover and relive the best moments from their own gaming sessions as well as those of their friends and top players.

Mech Mocha

Series A in 2017
Mech Mocha Internet Private Limited, founded in 2011 and based in Bengaluru, India, specializes in developing mobile application games. The company operates India's first vernacular social gaming platform aimed at serving the next billion Indians, allowing users to engage in real-time multiplayer games such as ludo, cricket, rummy, and snake and ladder. Mech Mocha focuses on creating games in various Indian languages, facilitating a broader reach and inclusivity in gaming. Players can participate in these games and earn exciting gift cards and rewards, enhancing their gaming experience. As of late 2020, Mech Mocha functions as a subsidiary of Flipkart Online Services Pvt. Ltd.

Raptr

Series C in 2015
Raptr is an online gaming platforms and communities in the world. Raptr helps gamers get the best experience every time they play by providing optimal settings for their rigs, keeping their drivers up to date, and helping them connect, play, and chat with friends. Raptr has over 21 million users in over 100 countries. The company is led by CEO and founder Dennis Fong (co-founder of Xfire, Lithium, and Gamers.com). Raptr was founded in 2007 and is backed by investors Accel Partners, Founder’s Fund, DAG Ventures, and Tenaya Capital. For more information, please visit http://raptr.com.

Vox Media

Series E in 2013
Vox Media is an independent media organization that creates, publishes, and distributes online content, targeting young adults globally. The company operates several well-known brands, including SB Nation, a network of fan-centric sports communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, focused on gaming; Vox.com, an interest-driven news site; Eater, which covers food and dining; Racked, dedicated to shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, a real estate and home brand; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media runs Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and provides advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Founded in 2003 as Sportsblogs and rebranded as Vox Media in 2012, the organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in New York City.

Booyah

Series C in 2013
Booyah is the market leader in real-world & location–based gaming. The company is founded on the premise that "where you play matters" and creates compelling, innovative mass-market games and entertainment products that have been enjoyed by tens of millions of worldwide. By integrating real-world signals into its portfolio of products, Booyah is more than a games company…literally changing how people play and delivering more personal, more social & more meaningful ways for gamers of all ages to play & interact with their friends & the world around them. Booyah has partnered with leading consumer brands including H&M, Pantene, Olay, Paul Frank, Disney, Subway, Adidas, MTV and others to connect engaged gamers with the products they love. To learn more about advertising & sponsorship opportunities, click here. The company draws its creativity and inspiration from the mobile, consumer web, social and traditional gaming space with a leadership team drawn from the world’s top interactive companies including Electronic Arts, Blizzard Entertainment, Glu Mobile, Crowdstar, LucasArts, Kabam and Insomniac Games. Booyah is financed by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers’ iFund.

Razer

Series A in 2011
Razer is a leading manufacturer of gaming hardware and software, focused on enhancing the gaming experience for over a billion gamers worldwide. Founded in 2005, the company produces a diverse range of products, including gaming laptops, accessories, apparel, and chairs, tailored to meet the specific demands of gamers. Razer is also known for its innovative software solutions, which include platforms that offer virtual credits for games and in-game purchases. The company's commitment to product innovation has earned it multiple awards, including recognition at the Consumer Electronics Show. Backed by investors such as Intel Capital and Temasek's Heliconia Capital Management, Razer continues to shape the gaming industry by creating new categories and engaging with the gamer lifestyle.

Supercell

Series A in 2011
Supercell, founded in 2012 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, focuses on creating innovative mobile games primarily for tablets and touch devices. The company operates with a unique structure that allows small, independent teams to develop games, fostering creativity and collaboration. Supercell is renowned for its popular titles, including Clash Royale, Boom Beach, Clash of Clans, and Hay Day, which cater to a broad audience across various age groups. The games are designed to be engaging and social, allowing players to interact with friends and earn rewards. With additional operations in San Francisco, Supercell has developed over 165 games across multiple platforms, emphasizing a commitment to crafting memorable gaming experiences that are enjoyed for years.

Raptr

Series B in 2011
Raptr is an online gaming platforms and communities in the world. Raptr helps gamers get the best experience every time they play by providing optimal settings for their rigs, keeping their drivers up to date, and helping them connect, play, and chat with friends. Raptr has over 21 million users in over 100 countries. The company is led by CEO and founder Dennis Fong (co-founder of Xfire, Lithium, and Gamers.com). Raptr was founded in 2007 and is backed by investors Accel Partners, Founder’s Fund, DAG Ventures, and Tenaya Capital. For more information, please visit http://raptr.com.

Vostu

Series C in 2010
Vostu, Ltd. is a social game development company based in the Cayman Islands, with its primary studio located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Founded in 2007, Vostu initially focused on creating a social network tailored for Latin America, particularly Brazil, before transitioning to online social games. The company gained recognition with its first successful title, "Joga Craque," a soccer-themed RPG launched in 2009, which was later adapted for the Orkut social network. Vostu's notable success continued with the release of "Mini Fazenda," a farming game that achieved significant popularity, boasting 8 million monthly active users by early 2010. The company's games are available on platforms such as Google Play and iOS app stores. Vostu has also received venture backing, including investments from Intel Capital, highlighting its growth potential in the competitive gaming market.

Vox Media

Series C in 2010
Vox Media is an independent media organization that creates, publishes, and distributes online content, targeting young adults globally. The company operates several well-known brands, including SB Nation, a network of fan-centric sports communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, focused on gaming; Vox.com, an interest-driven news site; Eater, which covers food and dining; Racked, dedicated to shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, a real estate and home brand; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media runs Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and provides advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Founded in 2003 as Sportsblogs and rebranded as Vox Media in 2012, the organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in New York City.

Booyah

Series C in 2010
Booyah is the market leader in real-world & location–based gaming. The company is founded on the premise that "where you play matters" and creates compelling, innovative mass-market games and entertainment products that have been enjoyed by tens of millions of worldwide. By integrating real-world signals into its portfolio of products, Booyah is more than a games company…literally changing how people play and delivering more personal, more social & more meaningful ways for gamers of all ages to play & interact with their friends & the world around them. Booyah has partnered with leading consumer brands including H&M, Pantene, Olay, Paul Frank, Disney, Subway, Adidas, MTV and others to connect engaged gamers with the products they love. To learn more about advertising & sponsorship opportunities, click here. The company draws its creativity and inspiration from the mobile, consumer web, social and traditional gaming space with a leadership team drawn from the world’s top interactive companies including Electronic Arts, Blizzard Entertainment, Glu Mobile, Crowdstar, LucasArts, Kabam and Insomniac Games. Booyah is financed by Accel Partners and Kleiner Perkins Caufield and Byers’ iFund.

Vox Media

Series B in 2009
Vox Media is an independent media organization that creates, publishes, and distributes online content, targeting young adults globally. The company operates several well-known brands, including SB Nation, a network of fan-centric sports communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, focused on gaming; Vox.com, an interest-driven news site; Eater, which covers food and dining; Racked, dedicated to shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, a real estate and home brand; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media runs Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and provides advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Founded in 2003 as Sportsblogs and rebranded as Vox Media in 2012, the organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in New York City.

Vox Media

Series A in 2009
Vox Media is an independent media organization that creates, publishes, and distributes online content, targeting young adults globally. The company operates several well-known brands, including SB Nation, a network of fan-centric sports communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, focused on gaming; Vox.com, an interest-driven news site; Eater, which covers food and dining; Racked, dedicated to shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, a real estate and home brand; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media runs Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and provides advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Founded in 2003 as Sportsblogs and rebranded as Vox Media in 2012, the organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in New York City.

Vox Media

Venture Round in 2008
Vox Media is an independent media organization that creates, publishes, and distributes online content, targeting young adults globally. The company operates several well-known brands, including SB Nation, a network of fan-centric sports communities; The Verge, a technology publication; Polygon, focused on gaming; Vox.com, an interest-driven news site; Eater, which covers food and dining; Racked, dedicated to shopping, beauty, and fashion; Curbed, a real estate and home brand; and Re/code, a tech business publication. Additionally, Vox Media runs Vox Creative, a division that develops marketing narratives for brands, and provides advertising services through Vox Advertising and the Concert advertising solution. Founded in 2003 as Sportsblogs and rebranded as Vox Media in 2012, the organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in New York City.

Raptr

Series A in 2008
Raptr is an online gaming platforms and communities in the world. Raptr helps gamers get the best experience every time they play by providing optimal settings for their rigs, keeping their drivers up to date, and helping them connect, play, and chat with friends. Raptr has over 21 million users in over 100 countries. The company is led by CEO and founder Dennis Fong (co-founder of Xfire, Lithium, and Gamers.com). Raptr was founded in 2007 and is backed by investors Accel Partners, Founder’s Fund, DAG Ventures, and Tenaya Capital. For more information, please visit http://raptr.com.

Gameforge

Series A in 2007
Gameforge is a provider of free-to-play multiplayer online games in the western hemisphere. It offers its online games in more than 75 countries. The company has over 450 members of staff. Gameforge’s portfolio includes client-based games such as the award winning AION, TERA: Rising, Metin2 – Europe’s most successful MMO – HEX: Shards of Fate, Orcs Must Die! Unchained, Sigils: Battle for Raios, Runes of Magic, Elsword, and Wizard101. It has also created browser-based games such as the classics OGame and Ikariam as well as a growing portfolio of mobile games. Gameforge was founded in 2003 by Klaas Kersting and is based in Karlsruhe, Germany.
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