Boost VC

Boost VC is an early-stage venture capital firm based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2012 by Adam Draper and Brayton Williams. The firm specializes in investing in technology sectors such as cryptocurrency, virtual reality, healthcare, augmented reality, space, robotics, artificial intelligence, and biotech. Boost VC operates a three-month accelerator program that occurs biannually, investing in over 20 startups each cycle and providing them with housing and office space in Silicon Valley. Since its inception, the firm's portfolio has grown to include more than 150 companies, which have collectively raised over $200 million following their participation in the program. Boost VC's mission is to turn science fiction concepts into reality through strategic early-stage investments.

Maddie Callander

Partner

Gus Domel

Principal

Brayton Williams

Co-Founder and Partner

Emily Yu

Associate

Past deals in Gaming

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.

FitXR

Series A in 2020
FitXR is a leading developer of virtual reality fitness applications, focused on making fitness more enjoyable and accessible. The company has gained recognition for its first product, BoxVR, which has consistently ranked as a best-seller across major VR platforms such as Oculus, Steam, and PSVR, earning multiple awards for its engaging approach to fitness. FitXR is currently developing a virtual fitness studio that aims to replicate the energy and camaraderie of group workouts at home. This innovative platform will offer total body workouts designed by fitness experts, emphasizing social interaction and enjoyment while delivering effective fitness experiences.

Boom.tv

Series A in 2020
BoomTV is an Esports entertainment platform that provides tools to automate score tracking, streaming, and generating event hubs. Their mission is to enable communities to easily produce and partake in virtual Esports. At the core of it all is our self-driving Esports technology layer that provides a one-button solution for anyone to create, participate, and/or spectate Esports content.

Adventure Lab

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Adventure Lab, Inc., also known as CA AS Adventure Lab Studio, Inc., is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2019 that develops a social adventure platform. This platform allows performers and experience creators to design and facilitate cooperative and competitive adventures for participants, which can be enjoyed remotely. Initially focused on escape room experiences, Adventure Lab plans to broaden its offerings to include various forms of hosted entertainment such as role-playing games, game shows, exploration activities, cooperative sports, and tourism-related experiences. The company aims to provide an engaging and interactive gaming experience for friends, family, and followers, utilizing live hosts to enhance the adventure.

Sidequest

Pre Seed Round in 2020
SideQuest Ltd is a Belfast-based company that specializes in developing a virtual reality platform tailored for standalone virtual reality headsets. Founded in 2020, the company focuses on facilitating the distribution of early access content, which allows developers to gather essential feedback throughout the various stages of application development. This feedback mechanism helps developers enhance their applications and build a community of users, ultimately improving the functionalities of their virtual reality content. Through its platform, SideQuest Ltd aims to support the growth of the virtual reality gaming ecosystem.

YUR

Pre Seed Round in 2019
YUR Inc. is a fitness and health platform that utilizes virtual reality to transform workouts into engaging gaming experiences. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, California, YUR develops software solutions that allow users to track their fitness and health metrics while participating in VR games. The mobile companion application enables calorie tracking, making fitness more enjoyable and accessible for at-home users. By combining gaming with physical activity, YUR aims to create a more immersive and less taxing approach to fitness.

Gamestry

Venture Round in 2019
Gamestry eSports, S.L. is a Barcelona-based company established in 2018 that specializes in providing online training courses for electronic games. The company offers eSports classes designed for students of varying skill levels, featuring instruction from top-tier professionals in the field. Through its platform, Gamestry aims to enhance players' skills and knowledge in competitive gaming.

MindGlow

Pre Seed Round in 2019
MindGlow, Inc. specializes in virtual reality (VR) training solutions designed for enterprises, universities, the retail sector, and government entities. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company focuses on enhancing employee safety through immersive training experiences. MindGlow offers products such as VR Active Shooter Training for both office and university environments, in addition to workplace safety and self-defense training programs. By utilizing VR technology, MindGlow aims to prepare employees for emergencies, fostering a sense of empowerment and engagement that can contribute to saving lives during critical situations.

Nifty Gateway

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Nifty Gateway is an online platform based in San Francisco that facilitates the purchase of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) for various crypto-games and applications, such as Open Sea, Gods Unchained, and CryptoKitties. Founded in 2018, it operates as a subsidiary of Gemini Trust Company, LLC. The platform offers a user-friendly fiat wallet, making it accessible for individuals to engage with NFT projects easily. By providing a robust marketplace and a growing user base, Nifty Gateway enables developers to gain visibility and recognition for their NFT offerings.

FitXR

Seed Round in 2018
FitXR is a leading developer of virtual reality fitness applications, focused on making fitness more enjoyable and accessible. The company has gained recognition for its first product, BoxVR, which has consistently ranked as a best-seller across major VR platforms such as Oculus, Steam, and PSVR, earning multiple awards for its engaging approach to fitness. FitXR is currently developing a virtual fitness studio that aims to replicate the energy and camaraderie of group workouts at home. This innovative platform will offer total body workouts designed by fitness experts, emphasizing social interaction and enjoyment while delivering effective fitness experiences.

Teleporter

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Teleporter Realities, Inc. is a company that develops and operates a social virtual reality platform specifically designed for gamers. Established in 2016 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with an additional office in Istanbul, Teleporter creates immersive 3D environments where users can engage in various activities. The platform allows gamers to play built-in games, watch live game streams, and connect with like-minded individuals, fostering a sense of community. Teleporter's vision draws inspiration from popular MMORPGs, aiming to build a digital universe that enhances the gaming experience through technology and creativity. By combining gaming and social interaction, Teleporter provides a unique space for gamers to socialize and enjoy shared experiences in virtual reality.

ReadyUp

Venture Round in 2018
Developer of an esports team management platform intended to help amateur and professional esports athletes efficiently manage and optimize their teams. The company's platform provides roster management, scheduling and communication services while providing information about the tournaments, enabling gamers to organize matches and practices and to get their teams to join tournaments.

Mega Particle

Seed Round in 2018
Casino VR is a multiplayer casino platform for virtual reality. Casino VR merges the social and psychological elements of real life poker with the ease and accessibility of online casinos. Anyone (with a VR hardware) can immerse themselves in a stunning casino and play texas hold'em poker with their friends. Every user sees each other's body language as well as talk to each other while they are sitting around the poker table. Casino VR launched a beta version featuring a multiplayer poker game for Oculus Rift in November 2015 and on Gear VR in March, 2016. In Casino VR you can observe the body language of other players (inverse kinematics) and talk to other players at the poker table. According to their early adopters, body language and the immersiveness of the game already helps in reading social tells in Poker (which was never possible before in an online casino).

Virtuleap

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Virtuleap Lda, founded in 2016 and based in Lisbon, Portugal, specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) gaming software aimed at enhancing cognitive abilities and addressing various cognitive disorders. The company integrates neuroscience with VR to create a library of games designed to assess and train skills such as attention, memory, problem-solving, and motor control. These games are complemented by an enterprise platform that provides organizations with tools to analyze user data effectively. Virtuleap serves a diverse clientele that includes senior living communities, educational institutions, and business enterprises. Notable clients include the AARP, and the company is collaborating with prominent organizations like the VA Health Care System and the Pacific Brain Health Center to establish the efficacy of its solutions in diagnosing and treating cognitive decline and attention-related issues.

Apex Officer

Seed Round in 2017
Apex Officer is an international provider of virtual reality training simulators aimed at law enforcement, defense, first responders, and educational sectors. The company specializes in developing proprietary technologies and software that deliver immersive training experiences focused on critical areas such as de-escalation, judgmental use of force, marksmanship, and crisis intervention. By simulating real-world scenarios, Apex Officer's platform enhances communication and knowledge transfer, allowing personnel to engage in realistic training experiences anytime and anywhere. The company's mission is to leverage cutting-edge technology to address persistent challenges in policing and public safety, ultimately fostering better decision-making among those in high-pressure situations.

Alta

Seed Round in 2017
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.

Kodamaworld

Seed Round in 2017
Tangible virtual reality playground

Zenjoi

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Zenjoi is using the latest Virtual Reality technology to seamlessly combine physical and cognitive exercises with personalized stress-reducing therapies.

Kermdinger Studios

Series A in 2017
Kermdinger Studios, Inc develops video games. It focuses on game targeting console platforms and game distribution platforms. The company was incorporated in 2012 and is based in Redwood City, California.

FitXR

Pre Seed Round in 2017
FitXR is a leading developer of virtual reality fitness applications, focused on making fitness more enjoyable and accessible. The company has gained recognition for its first product, BoxVR, which has consistently ranked as a best-seller across major VR platforms such as Oculus, Steam, and PSVR, earning multiple awards for its engaging approach to fitness. FitXR is currently developing a virtual fitness studio that aims to replicate the energy and camaraderie of group workouts at home. This innovative platform will offer total body workouts designed by fitness experts, emphasizing social interaction and enjoyment while delivering effective fitness experiences.

Volley

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Volley Inc. develops conversational games designed for messaging applications and voice interfaces, focusing on voice-controlled entertainment experiences for platforms such as Amazon Alexa and Google Home. Founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, the company offers a variety of games, including popular titles like Song Quiz, Yes Sire, and Trivia Showdown. Volley aims to enhance user engagement through interactive and entertaining gameplay that leverages voice technology.

Boom.tv

Seed Round in 2016
BoomTV is an Esports entertainment platform that provides tools to automate score tracking, streaming, and generating event hubs. Their mission is to enable communities to easily produce and partake in virtual Esports. At the core of it all is our self-driving Esports technology layer that provides a one-button solution for anyone to create, participate, and/or spectate Esports content.

Mega Particle

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Casino VR is a multiplayer casino platform for virtual reality. Casino VR merges the social and psychological elements of real life poker with the ease and accessibility of online casinos. Anyone (with a VR hardware) can immerse themselves in a stunning casino and play texas hold'em poker with their friends. Every user sees each other's body language as well as talk to each other while they are sitting around the poker table. Casino VR launched a beta version featuring a multiplayer poker game for Oculus Rift in November 2015 and on Gear VR in March, 2016. In Casino VR you can observe the body language of other players (inverse kinematics) and talk to other players at the poker table. According to their early adopters, body language and the immersiveness of the game already helps in reading social tells in Poker (which was never possible before in an online casino).

Poker VR

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Poker VR is a social application for playing multiplayer poker in virtual reality. The company claims that the application focuses on social engagement by allowing users to chat with other players, use voice commands, stream via Twitch, and play with props such as card protectors, flare guns, fireworks, pet ducks, and donkeys, among others. Users can use motion controllers to can handle chips and cards and the application hosts a number of environments including Macau 2050, The Macau Suite, The Showdown Saloon, Monte-Carlo Yacht, and The Void. The application is available on Steam, the Oculus Store, and Viveport.

Kite & Lightning

Seed Round in 2016
Kite & Lightning is a cinematic VR company that blends gaming, social and story to create emotionally transformative experiences. Founded by film industry veterans in 2013, the company is currently creating immersive computer-generated (CG) worlds that meld cinematic storytelling with interactive gaming. Known for its unprecedented technical and creative innovations in VR storytelling, the Los Angeles-based startup has succeeded in many genres to critical acclaim such as the Cannes Lions festival and the Toronto International Film Festival POP exhibits. Recent projects include a 4D VR experience for NBC’s “The Voice” featuring Pharrell Williams, Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, & Gwen Stefani; and Lionsgate’s first VR narrative, a hybrid live action and CG experience starring Kate Winslet, Mekhi Phifer and Miles Teller

Imgnation Studios

Venture Round in 2016
Imgnation Studios is a game development studio based in Santa Maria, Brazil, specializing in virtual reality games. Founded in 2007, the company initially started as an illustration and design studio before transitioning to a full game development team in 2010. In 2014, Imgnation Studios shifted its focus entirely to virtual reality, dedicating its efforts to creating engaging and immersive gaming experiences. The studio is recognized for its innovative approach and was a finalist in the Slush 100 start-up competition in Helsinki, highlighting its potential within the gaming industry. Imgnation Studios aims to shape the future of virtual reality gaming by delivering entertaining and accessible games to users.

SculptrVR

Pre Seed Round in 2016
SculptrVR LLC, based in Las Vegas, Nevada, develops a multiplayer sculpting application that allows users to collaboratively create interactive worlds. Utilizing a voxel engine, the platform enables precise building at any scale, with each block being breakable. Users can engage online with friends in real-time, sharing and enhancing their virtual spaces. This innovative approach to gaming offers a unique and immersive reality experience, focusing on user interaction and creativity within the virtual environment.

Jump Gaming

Convertible Note in 2016
Jump Gaming, Inc. is a digital game subscription service that offers unlimited access to a curated library of high-quality video games across multiple platforms, including desktop, mobile, console, and virtual reality devices. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Pasadena, California, the company aims to provide gamers with an efficient way to discover and engage with a diverse range of titles, particularly those developed by independent creators. Jump was launched on September 19, 2017, and has since gained recognition for its innovative approach to gaming. As a subsidiary of Kermdinger Studios, Inc., Jump Gaming continues to enhance the gaming experience by serving as a central access point for players seeking unique gaming content.

QuarkXR

Seed Round in 2016
QuarkXR is a technology company focused on developing advanced compression and streaming solutions for virtual, augmented, and mixed reality (XR) applications. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, QuarkXR offers products such as the Quark VR SDK, a development tool that facilitates the creation of virtual reality applications and games, as well as Intugame VR, which allows users to experience computer games in a virtual environment. The company is also working on an XR Cloud Platform designed for 5G and edge computing, aimed at enabling immersive computing experiences on mobile devices.

Pixel Ripped

Seed Round in 2015
Pixel Ripped Inc. is a video game development company based in the United States, known for creating nostalgic virtual reality experiences that celebrate the history of video gaming. Founded in 1989 and originally named Pixel Rift, the company rebranded in April 2015 to its current name. Its flagship product, Pixel Ripped 1989, immerses players in a unique blend of retro gameplay and modern virtual reality technology, allowing them to experience the evolution of video games in an engaging manner.

Leet

Seed Round in 2015
Leet is a gaming technology company that focusses on building skill and chance-based applications and video games that engage players and spectators. It hosts cash games and tournaments for video games. Leet was founded by Kingsley Edwards, Edward Colmar, and Carson Knuth in 2013; and is headquartered in Las Vegas.

MEGO Games

Seed Round in 2015
MEGO, Corp. develops and offers videogames of next generation of virtual worlds. The company is based in San Mateo, California.

Gumball

Seed Round in 2012
Gumball, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in women's fashion giveaways by connecting fashion brands with influential bloggers. Founded in November 2012 by Jordan Simkin and based in California, the company collaborates with small and medium-sized fashion bloggers to create targeted and engaging promotional campaigns. This partnership allows brands to enhance their visibility, generate leads, and boost sales, while providing bloggers the opportunity to become brand ambassadors. Gumball's focus is on facilitating mutually beneficial relationships within the fashion industry.
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