Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz is a venture capital firm established in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of startups, from seed to late stage, with a strong emphasis on technology sectors. Its investment focus includes software, cloud computing, enterprise solutions, and consumer Internet, as well as areas intersecting computer science and life sciences, such as digital therapeutics and computational medicine. The firm aims to fund innovative companies that contribute to American dynamism, with investments typically ranging from $50,000 to $50 million. While primarily targeting technology startups, Andreessen Horowitz has a selective approach, avoiding investments in sectors like clean energy and traditional consumer retail.

Anish Acharya

General Partner

Anthony Albanese JD

Co-COO and Managing Partner

Eric Alby

Partner

Ryan Allen

Partner

Seema Amble

Partner

Jeff Amico

Partner and Director of Crypto Startup School

Marc Andreessen

Co-Founder and General Partner

Marc Andrusko

Partner, Infrastructure

Alicia Barone

Events Partner

Alyssa Bene

Partner

Peter Blackwood

Partner

Michael Blau

Partner

Matt Bornstein

Partner

Jeff Bramel

Partner

Sam Broner

Partner

Parker Brown

Partner

Elena Burger

Deal Partner

Quinten Burgunder

Partner

LeeAnn Caballero

Partner

Martin Casado

General Partner

Connie Chan

General Partner

Geraldine Chan

Partner

Sharon Chang

Operating Partner

Zachary Chen

Associate Partner

Andrew Chen

General Partner

Frank Chen

Operating Partner

Alexander Chia

Partner

Zach Cohen

Investor

Annie Collins

Partner

Jorge Conde

General Partner

Emma Cooper

Investor

Brian Crnkovich

Partner

Sebastian Cua

Partner and Chief of Staff

Stacy D'Amico

Co-COO, Growth fund

Eric Dai

Analyst

Allison Davis

Partner

Zach Dicker

Partner

Zak Doric

Partner

Jay Drain Jr.

Deal Partner

Kevin Dulsky

Partner

Grace Ellis

Operating Partner

JT Evans

Partner

Bryan Faust

Partner

Sarah Fazal

Partner

Ethan Ferreira

Partner

Pamon Forouhar

Partner, Business Operations

David Garcia

Partner

John Garcia

Firm Operations Partner

Joel de la Garza

Partner

David George

General Partner

Caroline Goggins

Partner

Kristina Graci-deLuna

Partner, People Practice

Lydia Green

Deal Operations Partner

Michele Griffin

Partner

Robin Guo

Partner

Austin Guzman

Partner

David Haber

General Partner

Andrea Hall

Partner on the Go-to-Market team

Mason Hall

Partner

Elizabeth Harkavy

Partner

Ronnie Harris

Partner

Tawny Holguin

Partner

Oliver Hsu

Partner

Alex Immerman

Partner

Nicole Irvin

Partner

Mindy Isenstein

Partner

Peter Johnson

Partner

Jeff Jordan

Managing Partner

Justin Kahl

Partner

Brad Kern

Operating Partner

Brett Kim

Investor

Bryan Kim

Partner

Blake Kim

Partner

Troy Kirwin

Investment Partner

James Kissell

Partner

Julie Klapstein

Partner

L. William Krause

Board Partner

Sriram Krishnan

General Partner

Jonathan Lai

Investment Partner

Justin Larkin

Partner, Bio Team

Peter Lauten

Partner

Jennifer Li

Enterprise Investment Partner

Yoko Li

Partner, AI and Infra

Ginger Liau

Partner, Bio Fund

Jane Lippencott

Partner

Kristine Lipscomb

Partner

Bowen Liu

Investing Partner

Seth Lobree

Partner

Insiya Lokhandwa

Partner

Insiya Lokhandwala

Partner

Isaiah Lott

Partner

Joshua Lu

Investing Partner, Games Fund One

Josh Lu

Investing Partner, GAMES FUND ONE

Marco Mascorro

Partner

Daren Matsuoka

Partner

Mark McAndrew

Partner

Ryan McEntush

Partner

Mehul Mehta

Deal Partner

Jeanne Moeschler

Partner

Jason Mok

Operating Partner, Corporate Development

Olivia Moore

Consumer Partner

Ana Mostarac

Corporate Development Partner

Kevin Nishioka

Partner

John O'Farrell

General Partner

Wahab Owolabi

Partner

Nelson Perla-Ward

Partner

Jessica Peterson

Partner - EBC Program and Operations Manager

Rebecca (Becky) Pferdehirt

Partner

Jewel Pi

Partner

Ben Portney

Partner

Rajko Radovanovic

Partner

Sam Ragsdale

Investor

Santiago Rodriguez

Partner

Maggie Romero

Co-COO and Operating Partner, Bio+Health

Jason Rosenthal

Operating Partner and Head of Crypto Startup Accelerator

Katherine Rundell

Partner, Creators and Consumer GTM

Michael Sandwick

Partner, Consumer

Shannon Schiltz

Operating Partner

Joe Schmidt

Investing Partner

Gil Shafir

Partner

Kristina Shen

General Partner

Jeff Silverstein

Investment Partner

Anne Lee Skates

Partner

Mariano Sorgente

Partner

Jack Soslow

Investment Partner

Matt Spence

Partner

Nicole Stanners

Partner

Angela Strange

General Partner

Jeffrey Stump

Operating Partner

Jamie Sullivan

Partner

Robert H. Swan

Operating Partner

Bob Swan

Partner

Satish Talluri

Partner

Kimberly Tan

Investment Partner

Carol Tang

Partner

Adela Tomsejova

Partner, Bio + Health

Andy Tran

Investment Partner

Dalton Turay

Partner

David Ulevitch

General Partner

Gabriel Vasquez

Investment Partner

Michelle Volz

Investment Partner

Daisy Wolf

Investing Partner

Carra Wu

Partner

Kevin Wu

Partner

Guy Wuollet

Partner

Shangda Xu

Partner

Ali Yahya

General Partner

Zeya Yang

Partner

JJ Yu

Partner, Capital Network

Stephenie Zhang

Partner

Past deals in Gaming

Rooms.xyz

Seed Round in 2023
Rooms.xyz allows you to create basic games and interactive 3D rooms in the browser.

Snapser

Seed Round in 2023
Snapser is a developer of a customizable backend platform specifically designed for game studios and app makers. The platform provides tailored backend solutions for various games through its pluggable code, data, server, and cloud components. Additionally, Snapser offers features such as cost reporting, insights, and optimization recommendations, which help game developers enhance their development processes. The platform also includes functional administrative tools for managing every aspect of game features, enabling developers to streamline their operations effectively.

Gym Class

Seed Round in 2022
Gym Class is a virtual reality basketball app available on Meta Quest App Lab. It combines the enjoyment, fitness, socialization, and entertainment aspects of real-world sports in VR basketball. Gym Class, which uses physics and high-fidelity graphics, includes realistic basketball mechanics, full-body avatars, and immersive environments. Players from all over the world can connect and play basketball games on a customizable digital court, as well as socialize.

Regression Games

Seed Round in 2022
Regression Games focuses on enhancing competitive gaming through artificial intelligence. The company develops tools aimed at simplifying the game development process, offering a platform that automates quality assurance and game balancing. By utilizing AI agents, Regression Games ensures that automation is efficient and effective, allowing game developers to streamline their workflows. This approach not only supports studios in improving their games but also makes AI-driven gaming experiences more accessible and enjoyable for players.

Clockwork Labs

Series A in 2022
Just announced BitCraft, worlds first crypto MMORPG: https://bitcraftonline.com

PartyDAO

Venture Round in 2022
PartyDAO is a decentralized platform that builds multiplayer crypto software and products. It was formed in May 2021 and is based in Brooklyn, New York.

Azra Games

Seed Round in 2022
Azra Games is a blockchain-based developer of collectable combat role-playing games for core gamers. Azra Games is led by Mark Otero, a world-renowned online strategy game developer whose most recent game generated over $1 billion in sales. Their crew has over 70 years of combined gaming industry expertise. They are now providing the core gaming experience that core gamers desire to Web3. Azra Games is headquartered in Sacramento, United States.

Metatheory

Series A in 2022
Metatheory Inc. is an interactive technology and entertainment company focused on developing Web3 games and interactive content designed to foster community engagement and social experiences. The company aims to inspire imagination by connecting individuals globally through immersive environments created from cross-generational intellectual properties. By leveraging blockchain technology, Metatheory empowers users with digital ownership and audience-driven story development, allowing gamers to engage in fun gameplay while exploring new virtual worlds. The company's mission emphasizes the importance of community-driven adventures, creating a platform where creativity and social interaction thrive.

StartPlaying

Seed Round in 2022
StartPlaying is a marketplace that connects individuals with professional hosts for social tabletop games, such as Dungeons and Dragons. The platform is designed to assist both new and experienced players in finding suitable game masters. Users can join games individually or as part of a group, and the service also accommodates custom and corporate requests for interactive gaming experiences. Hosts on the platform set their own prices, allowing for a diverse range of offerings. Currently, StartPlaying is generating significant monthly gross merchandise volume, reflecting its growing popularity in the tabletop gaming community.

LootRush

Seed Round in 2022
LootRush is a Web3 videogame platform that focuses on creating accessibility in the play-to-earn gaming space. It operates an NFT rental service that aims to eliminate financial barriers for players. By allowing users to rent non-fungible tokens (NFTs), LootRush enables individuals to engage with exclusive digital assets and participate in various games without needing a significant upfront investment. This model provides an affordable pathway for gamers to start playing, earning rewards, and enjoying the advantages of blockchain gaming.

One More Game

Series A in 2022
One More Game is an online game company that operates a gaming studio focused on creating genre-defining online games. The studio develops games for home video consoles and smartphones, along with other forms of interactive content. By emphasizing social interactions and rapid iterations, One More Game aims to enhance the gaming experience for players.

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.

Pahdo Labs

Series A in 2022
Pahdo Labs is building an Anime-style action MMORPG and game creation platform. The company's mission is to cultivate a virtual world built by players, an online place where people can have a meaningful role in something bigger than themselves, own and share the products of their ingenuity, and foster a sense of belonging for others. Pahdo Labs was founded in 2020 and is based in New York, NY.

Battlebound

Seed Round in 2022
Battlebound is a developer of a multiplayer social platform that utilizes blockchain technology to enhance the creature-collecting genre of video games. The platform allows players to engage in play-to-earn experiences, enabling them to share in the value generated through gameplay. Players can create their own servers, participate in mini-games, and connect with other collectors within a collaborative gaming environment. By fostering community interactions, Battlebound aims to evolve the gaming experience and provide opportunities for players to earn rewards while enjoying their favorite games.

Alta

Seed Round in 2022
Alta Pty Ltd, based in Broken Head, Australia, specializes in developing multiplayer virtual reality (VR) games. Established in 2008, the company creates immersive online universes where players can either collaborate or compete to achieve specific goals in various settings, including fantasy and medieval themes. The flagship game, A Township Tale, allows players to explore a magical town set in the mountains, where they can take on various roles such as blacksmith, miner, fisherman, and lumberjack to gather resources and craft tools and weapons. Alta's games are designed for high-end VR devices, providing engaging experiences that cater to gaming enthusiasts across multiple platforms, including smartphones, laptops, and computers.

Mainframe

Series B in 2021
Mainframe Industries is a Reykjavik, Iceland and Helsinki, Finland-based startup working on the development of an open world, social sandbox MMO for cloud gaming.The company will will work on an open-world, social sandbox MMO specifically designed for cloud gaming, with cross-platform play across mobile, PC, and TV. Mainframe believes that the promise of friction-free access from social networks and streaming platforms on the device of your choice will greatly expand the creative canvas for game developers.

Overwolf

Series D in 2021
Overwolf Ltd., founded in 2010 and based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, offers a software platform that empowers third-party developers to create in-game applications using HTML and JavaScript. The platform provides flexible APIs, custom in-game overlays, and monetization options through ads, facilitating the development of tools that enhance gaming experiences. Overwolf collaborates with a variety of partners, including major companies like Intel, NVIDIA, and Riot Games, to support developers in unlocking new features for games. By integrating social media tools, Overwolf enables gamers to share their experiences and connect with friends while playing, ultimately aiming to deliver value to every gamer in every game.

Forte

Series B in 2021
Forte is building economic technology for games. Its platform enables the emergence of community economics, a system where the interests of game developers and players are aligned, leading to healthier, sustainable game communities. The team is composed of longtime industry members (Unity, ngmoco, Riot Games, Electronic Arts, Sony, and Rockstar Games, among others), and is currently working with over 20 acclaimed game developers from across the industry to reimagine the economics of games. www.forte.io

Sandbox VR

Series B in 2021
Sandbox VR, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing immersive virtual reality gaming experiences. Founded in 2016, it is headquartered in San Mateo, California. The company utilizes advanced technology, combining real-time motion capture with virtual reality to deliver a fully engaging social multiplayer environment. This innovative approach allows customers to collaborate and immerse themselves in interactive storylines, offering a unique and entertaining virtual reality experience. Sandbox VR aims to create an experience akin to the fictional Star Trek holodeck, making it a leader in the rapidly evolving VR entertainment industry.

Core Loop Games

Series A in 2021
Core Loop Games Inc., founded in 2020 and based in Oakland, California, specializes in the development of massively multiplayer online games (MMOs). The company focuses on enhancing gameplay and fostering social cooperation among players, aiming to transform how individuals collaborate on a large scale within the gaming environment. Core Loop Games is backed by venture capital and is actively assembling a remote team of engineers and artists, drawing on the expertise of its founders, who are veterans from notable companies such as MachineZone, GREE, and Funzio.

Faraway

Series A in 2021
Developer of blockchain-based games designed to unlock player-driven and decentralized game economies. The company develops games by leveraging blockchain technology to make hyper-social games with player-driven economies which allow players from around the world to earn tokens and rise in the leaderboards, enabling players to have a realistic and vivid gaming experience.

Sky Mavis

Series B in 2021
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.

Dapper Labs

Series D in 2021
Dapper Labs Inc., based in Vancouver, Canada, is a developer of blockchain-based video games and digital collectibles. Founded in 2018, the company is known for its consumer-focused Flow blockchain platform, which supports the creation and distribution of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and other digital assets. Dapper Labs aims to enhance digital engagement by allowing fans to interact with their favorite brands in innovative ways. Through its platform, users can securely track ownership of unique digital items while also having the opportunity to create their own content. This approach not only entertains but also fosters a decentralized environment where value is placed on digital collectibles and user-generated creations.

Elodie

Series A in 2021
Elodie Games connect gamers around the globe by creating games with deep co-op gameplay and endlessly engaging experiences. They engaged with the community to evolve and improve the player experience. Elodie's studio is located in Venice California. It was co-founded by Christina Norman and David Banks.

Yield Guild Games

Venture Round in 2021
Founded in 2018, Yield Guild Games is a venture capital firm based in Quezon City, Philippines. The firm invest in early-stage token and equity deals in web3, gaming studios and the infrastructure that supports the growth of the industry.

Mountaintop Studios

Series A in 2021
Mountaintop Studios is a game studio creating multiplayer games for players who crave a challenge.

Faraway

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of blockchain-based games designed to unlock player-driven and decentralized game economies. The company develops games by leveraging blockchain technology to make hyper-social games with player-driven economies which allow players from around the world to earn tokens and rise in the leaderboards, enabling players to have a realistic and vivid gaming experience.

Virtually Human Studio

Series A in 2021
Join Virtually Human in exploring the fringes of entertainment delivery for the next generation.

Singularity 6

Series B in 2021
Singularity 6 is a game development studio dedicated to the idea that games can create deeper, more meaningful experiences. At Singularity 6, we explore new styles of game design and tackling difficult technical problems to create worlds that are beautiful and intricate, delivering far more than superficial entertainment or basic wish fulfillment, experiences that becomes a meaningful part of your life.

Forte

Series A in 2021
Forte is building economic technology for games. Its platform enables the emergence of community economics, a system where the interests of game developers and players are aligned, leading to healthier, sustainable game communities. The team is composed of longtime industry members (Unity, ngmoco, Riot Games, Electronic Arts, Sony, and Rockstar Games, among others), and is currently working with over 20 acclaimed game developers from across the industry to reimagine the economics of games. www.forte.io

Roblox

Series H in 2021
Roblox is an online gaming and entertainment platform that enables users to create and share immersive digital experiences. Founded in 2004 by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Roblox allows players to imagine, create, and interact within a vast array of 3D environments designed by a global community of developers using Roblox Studio. The platform attracts millions of users daily, particularly those under 18, who engage in play, learning, and socialization. Its popularity is largely fueled by word-of-mouth recommendations, reflecting the strong community-driven nature of the platform. With multiple office locations, Roblox continues to evolve as a hub for creativity and connection among players worldwide.

Lowkey

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

Parsec

Series B in 2020
Parsec empowers people to connect to their work, games, and friends from anywhere, on any device. Parsec for Teams lets artists, animators, developers, and designers across the creative industries use their powerful PCs and VMs from anywhere, across any device. Our silky smooth, 60FPS+, 4K interactive remote access tools are used by leaders in games, animation, film, broadcast, architecture, and more. Millions of people use Parsec to access their games on the go. Share a link and you’re playing with friends and family.

Carbonated

Seed Round in 2020
Carbonated Inc., founded in 2015 and based in El Segundo, California, specializes in developing mobile and PC games. The company is primarily focused on creating a mobile shooter that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance accessibility, allowing players to engage with the game using just one hand. Additionally, Carbonated is building its own live operations system, known as Carbyne, which will facilitate the swift delivery of game updates. The studio's offerings emphasize person-vs-person gameplay with real-time experiences, aiming to create engaging environments where players can interact directly, explore diverse worlds, and connect with unique characters and narratives.

Caffeine

Series D in 2020
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, Caffeine allows users to create and broadcast interactive content, including esports and various forms of entertainment. The platform emphasizes real-time engagement, enabling viewers to watch, chat, and share experiences without delays. Caffeine collaborates with major partners like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to offer diverse content that appeals to a wide audience. Additionally, the company maintains a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism, fostering a positive environment for its users. Through its platform, Caffeine aims to simplify the creation and distribution of live content while enabling users to monetize their streams and engage with a community of fans across culture, sports, and music.

Sleeper

Series B in 2020
Sleeper is a sports platform intended for fantasy leagues and eSports. The platform connects fans and people to create a community and friendship that enable users to enjoy a sporting event in a communal way that creates lasting memories.

Odyssey Interactive

Seed Round in 2020
Odyssey Interactive Inc, founded in 2020 and located in Grand Valley, Canada, is a video game development company focused on creating games that foster emotional connections. The company has developed a unique game development platform aimed at producing games that engage players through challenges related to purpose, community, and longevity. By emphasizing emotional potential in gameplay, Odyssey Interactive seeks to enhance the gaming experience and promote personal growth among players.

Mainframe

Series A in 2020
Mainframe Industries is a Reykjavik, Iceland and Helsinki, Finland-based startup working on the development of an open world, social sandbox MMO for cloud gaming.The company will will work on an open-world, social sandbox MMO specifically designed for cloud gaming, with cross-platform play across mobile, PC, and TV. Mainframe believes that the promise of friction-free access from social networks and streaming platforms on the device of your choice will greatly expand the creative canvas for game developers.

Roblox

Series G in 2020
Roblox is an online gaming and entertainment platform that enables users to create and share immersive digital experiences. Founded in 2004 by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel, and headquartered in San Mateo, California, Roblox allows players to imagine, create, and interact within a vast array of 3D environments designed by a global community of developers using Roblox Studio. The platform attracts millions of users daily, particularly those under 18, who engage in play, learning, and socialization. Its popularity is largely fueled by word-of-mouth recommendations, reflecting the strong community-driven nature of the platform. With multiple office locations, Roblox continues to evolve as a hub for creativity and connection among players worldwide.

Elodie

Venture Round in 2020
Elodie Games connect gamers around the globe by creating games with deep co-op gameplay and endlessly engaging experiences. They engaged with the community to evolve and improve the player experience. Elodie's studio is located in Venice California. It was co-founded by Christina Norman and David Banks.

Super Evil Megacorp

Venture Round in 2019
Super Evil Megacorp develops core games for tablet, mobile, and emerging platforms. The company's gaming platform offers video games on mobiles and tablets, enabling users to play single or multiple player game with special effects.

CodeCombat

Series A in 2019
CodeCombat Inc. provides coding process learning services through Web based gamification method. The company operates an online multiplayer live strategy game to teach rudimentary JavaScript fundamentals. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Dapper Labs

Series A in 2019
Dapper Labs Inc., based in Vancouver, Canada, is a developer of blockchain-based video games and digital collectibles. Founded in 2018, the company is known for its consumer-focused Flow blockchain platform, which supports the creation and distribution of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and other digital assets. Dapper Labs aims to enhance digital engagement by allowing fans to interact with their favorite brands in innovative ways. Through its platform, users can securely track ownership of unique digital items while also having the opportunity to create their own content. This approach not only entertains but also fosters a decentralized environment where value is placed on digital collectibles and user-generated creations.

Singularity 6

Series A in 2019
Singularity 6 is a game development studio dedicated to the idea that games can create deeper, more meaningful experiences. At Singularity 6, we explore new styles of game design and tackling difficult technical problems to create worlds that are beautiful and intricate, delivering far more than superficial entertainment or basic wish fulfillment, experiences that becomes a meaningful part of your life.

Forte

Venture Round in 2019
Forte is building economic technology for games. Its platform enables the emergence of community economics, a system where the interests of game developers and players are aligned, leading to healthier, sustainable game communities. The team is composed of longtime industry members (Unity, ngmoco, Riot Games, Electronic Arts, Sony, and Rockstar Games, among others), and is currently working with over 20 acclaimed game developers from across the industry to reimagine the economics of games. www.forte.io

Sandbox VR

Series A in 2019
Sandbox VR, Inc. is a company that specializes in providing immersive virtual reality gaming experiences. Founded in 2016, it is headquartered in San Mateo, California. The company utilizes advanced technology, combining real-time motion capture with virtual reality to deliver a fully engaging social multiplayer environment. This innovative approach allows customers to collaborate and immerse themselves in interactive storylines, offering a unique and entertaining virtual reality experience. Sandbox VR aims to create an experience akin to the fictional Star Trek holodeck, making it a leader in the rapidly evolving VR entertainment industry.

Caffeine

Corporate Round in 2018
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, Caffeine allows users to create and broadcast interactive content, including esports and various forms of entertainment. The platform emphasizes real-time engagement, enabling viewers to watch, chat, and share experiences without delays. Caffeine collaborates with major partners like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to offer diverse content that appeals to a wide audience. Additionally, the company maintains a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism, fostering a positive environment for its users. Through its platform, Caffeine aims to simplify the creation and distribution of live content while enabling users to monetize their streams and engage with a community of fans across culture, sports, and music.

Dapper Labs

Series A in 2018
Dapper Labs Inc., based in Vancouver, Canada, is a developer of blockchain-based video games and digital collectibles. Founded in 2018, the company is known for its consumer-focused Flow blockchain platform, which supports the creation and distribution of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and other digital assets. Dapper Labs aims to enhance digital engagement by allowing fans to interact with their favorite brands in innovative ways. Through its platform, users can securely track ownership of unique digital items while also having the opportunity to create their own content. This approach not only entertains but also fosters a decentralized environment where value is placed on digital collectibles and user-generated creations.

Caffeine

Series C in 2018
Caffeine Inc. operates a live social broadcasting and streaming platform that focuses on gaming and entertainment. Founded in 2016 and based in Redwood City, California, Caffeine allows users to create and broadcast interactive content, including esports and various forms of entertainment. The platform emphasizes real-time engagement, enabling viewers to watch, chat, and share experiences without delays. Caffeine collaborates with major partners like FOX Sports, ESPN, and Riot Games to offer diverse content that appeals to a wide audience. Additionally, the company maintains a zero-tolerance policy against bullying, hate speech, and racism, fostering a positive environment for its users. Through its platform, Caffeine aims to simplify the creation and distribution of live content while enabling users to monetize their streams and engage with a community of fans across culture, sports, and music.

Bigscreen

Series A in 2017
Bigscreen, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a social virtual desktop application, allowing users to interact with their computers in virtual reality on simulated screens. Founded in 2014 and based in Berkeley, California, the platform offers a diverse range of use cases, including entertainment and productivity. Users can enjoy features such as a virtual movie theater for watching films and TV shows, gaming lounges for playing video games, and collaborative spaces for remote teams to work together. Since its beta launch in 2016, Bigscreen has gained significant popularity, achieving high ratings on platforms like the Oculus Store and Steam, and is recognized as the leading non-gaming VR application globally. The company operates as a fully distributed remote entity, with employees based in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Improbable

Series B in 2017
Improbable Worlds Ltd., founded in 2012 and based in London, focuses on developing an operating system that enables the creation of simulated worlds. The company is known for its platform, SpatialOS, which allows developers to build large-scale, persistent virtual environments that transcend the limitations of traditional computing. Improbable's technology finds applications across various sectors, including gaming, urban planning, defense, and disease prevention, aiming to solve complex problems and facilitate innovative solutions. By providing tools for simulation, Improbable seeks to enhance gameplay experiences and contribute to better functioning systems in real-world scenarios. The company is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and a culture of innovation through experimentation and iteration.

Bigscreen

Seed Round in 2017
Bigscreen, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing a social virtual desktop application, allowing users to interact with their computers in virtual reality on simulated screens. Founded in 2014 and based in Berkeley, California, the platform offers a diverse range of use cases, including entertainment and productivity. Users can enjoy features such as a virtual movie theater for watching films and TV shows, gaming lounges for playing video games, and collaborative spaces for remote teams to work together. Since its beta launch in 2016, Bigscreen has gained significant popularity, achieving high ratings on platforms like the Oculus Store and Steam, and is recognized as the leading non-gaming VR application globally. The company operates as a fully distributed remote entity, with employees based in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Bonfire Studios

Venture Round in 2016
Bonfire Studios, Inc. is a video game development company based in Irvine, California, established in 2016. The company focuses on creating engaging game experiences that foster friendships and community among players. Bonfire Studios aims to unite gamers through adventure and exploration, emphasizing collaborative play. By prioritizing teamwork and a commitment to quality, the studio strives to develop immersive worlds that encourage players to learn from one another and share in their gaming journeys.

CodeCombat

Seed Round in 2016
CodeCombat Inc. provides coding process learning services through Web based gamification method. The company operates an online multiplayer live strategy game to teach rudimentary JavaScript fundamentals. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Mino Games

Seed Round in 2015
Mino Games is a mobile gaming studio focused on developing free-to-play games across various genres. Known for its successful title Mino Monsters, which has garnered over 13 million downloads and ranked among the top 50 grossing mobile games, the studio is dedicated to creating engaging experiences for a global audience. Based in Montreal, Mino Games combines the talents of engineers, artists, and analysts to produce games that resonate with players for years. Their latest offering, Cat Game, has achieved a spot in the App Store's Top 100 Grossing Chart in Canada during its soft launch, demonstrating strong early performance. The company aims to expand its team with ambitious talent to support the growth of Cat Game and future projects as it continues to establish itself in the competitive mobile gaming industry.

Radiant Entertainment

Seed Round in 2015
Radiant Entertainment, Inc. is a video game developer based in Los Altos, California, focusing on town-building simulation games and other video gaming experiences. Founded in 2013, the company gained initial recognition with its Kickstarter campaign for the city-building game Stonehearth. In 2016, Radiant Entertainment became a subsidiary of Riot Games, Inc. The company is also known for developing networking code software solutions that enhance online gaming experiences.

Improbable

Series A in 2015
Improbable Worlds Ltd., founded in 2012 and based in London, focuses on developing an operating system that enables the creation of simulated worlds. The company is known for its platform, SpatialOS, which allows developers to build large-scale, persistent virtual environments that transcend the limitations of traditional computing. Improbable's technology finds applications across various sectors, including gaming, urban planning, defense, and disease prevention, aiming to solve complex problems and facilitate innovative solutions. By providing tools for simulation, Improbable seeks to enhance gameplay experiences and contribute to better functioning systems in real-world scenarios. The company is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and a culture of innovation through experimentation and iteration.

TinyCo

Series B in 2013
Founded in 2009 by Suli Ali, TinyCo has developed more than a dozen successful games for the App Store, Google Play Store and Amazon App store with titles such as Marvel Avengers Academy and Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff. The company's mission is to make people happy five minutes at a time through incredibly fun mobile entertainment, based on the world's biggest brands. The company's investors include Andreessen Horowitz and angel investors including Ron Conway and Keith Rabois. TinyCo was acquired by Jam City. Jam City is a global leader in mobile entertainment, providing social gaming experiences for millions of players around the world. Jam City is the creative powerhouse behind some of the highest grossing and most enduring social gaming franchises for mobile, including Cookie Jam (Facebook “Game of the Year” winner) and Panda Pop. Jam City is the go-to studio for Hollywood, having developed immersive, narrative rich mobile games for iconic entertainment brands including Harry Potter, Family Guy, Marvel Avengers and Futurama.

MediaSpike

Series A in 2013
MediaSpike, Inc. operates an online platform that specializes in in-game product placement, primarily for social and mobile games. Founded in 2011 and based in Mountain View, California, the company enables advertisers and game developers to collaborate effectively. Developers integrate one of MediaSpike's SDKs to connect with the platform, allowing brands to search for suitable advertising placements based on various criteria through an intuitive dashboard. The process involves selecting placements, uploading assets, previewing the placements, and submitting them for developer approval. Once live, MediaSpike provides analytics to track the performance of these placements, ensuring that both brands and developers can assess the effectiveness of their advertising strategies. The platform also extends its services to virtual reality content, broadening its reach within the gaming industry.

If You Can

Seed Round in 2013
If You Can Company, founded in 2012 and based in San Mateo, California, specializes in developing educational games aimed at enhancing children's intelligence and social-emotional skills. Among its notable products is IF, an adventure game designed to improve cognitive abilities, and SEL, a tool focused on social and emotional learning for educational settings. The company also offers a dashboard for parents and educators that allows them to monitor children's progress through age-appropriate lessons, emphasizing skills such as emotional regulation and empathy.

Artillery

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

BlueStacks

Series B in 2011
BlueStacks is a consumer technology company that specializes in developing software solutions for mobile, TV, and PC ecosystems. Its flagship product, the BlueStacks App Player, allows users to run Android games and applications efficiently on Windows PCs, leveraging patented LayerCake virtualization technology. With a user base of 145 million, BlueStacks enables gamers to enjoy a full-screen experience, providing superior performance and precise control using a keyboard, mouse, and gamepad. The introduction of BlueStacks 2 allowed for multitasking capabilities, enabling users to run multiple apps simultaneously in a tabbed interface. Additionally, BlueStacks TV offers a one-click streaming option for users to broadcast their gameplay directly to platforms like Twitch.tv.

BlueStacks

Series A in 2011
BlueStacks is a consumer technology company that specializes in developing software solutions for mobile, TV, and PC ecosystems. Its flagship product, the BlueStacks App Player, allows users to run Android games and applications efficiently on Windows PCs, leveraging patented LayerCake virtualization technology. With a user base of 145 million, BlueStacks enables gamers to enjoy a full-screen experience, providing superior performance and precise control using a keyboard, mouse, and gamepad. The introduction of BlueStacks 2 allowed for multitasking capabilities, enabling users to run multiple apps simultaneously in a tabbed interface. Additionally, BlueStacks TV offers a one-click streaming option for users to broadcast their gameplay directly to platforms like Twitch.tv.

TinyCo

Series A in 2011
Founded in 2009 by Suli Ali, TinyCo has developed more than a dozen successful games for the App Store, Google Play Store and Amazon App store with titles such as Marvel Avengers Academy and Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff. The company's mission is to make people happy five minutes at a time through incredibly fun mobile entertainment, based on the world's biggest brands. The company's investors include Andreessen Horowitz and angel investors including Ron Conway and Keith Rabois. TinyCo was acquired by Jam City. Jam City is a global leader in mobile entertainment, providing social gaming experiences for millions of players around the world. Jam City is the creative powerhouse behind some of the highest grossing and most enduring social gaming franchises for mobile, including Cookie Jam (Facebook “Game of the Year” winner) and Panda Pop. Jam City is the go-to studio for Hollywood, having developed immersive, narrative rich mobile games for iconic entertainment brands including Harry Potter, Family Guy, Marvel Avengers and Futurama.

Zynga

Series B in 2009
Zynga Inc. is a prominent developer and operator of social games, offering live services that are accessible on mobile platforms and social networking sites. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Zynga markets popular game franchises, including Slots, Words With Friends, Zynga Poker, and FarmVille. The company's games are available on platforms such as iOS, Android, Facebook, and Snapchat. Zynga generates revenue primarily through mobile game downloads and in-game sales of virtual goods, with a significant portion also coming from advertising services provided to agencies and brokers. The majority of its revenue is derived from online gaming, with its top three games contributing substantially to this segment. Zynga's focus on engaging users through social gaming continues to position it as a leader in the interactive entertainment industry.
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