Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage, pre-seed technology startups in underserved segments of the ecosystem. It invests in a high-volume, capital-efficient portfolio, typically funding rounds of 50,000 to 500,000 and making roughly 75 to 100 investments per year. The firm targets opportunities across the United States and internationally, including Canada, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, and Western Europe, prioritizing companies with scalable products and prudent capital use outside major metro hubs. Since its inception, it has built a broad portfolio across many states. It commits to a fast decision process, often delivering a yes or no within two weeks to help founders establish momentum.

Kevin Dick

Managing Director

David Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

Jeff Pomeranz

Managing Director

Paul Swiencicki

Partner

Past deals in Virtual Reality

SimiDigi

Pre Seed Round in 2021
SimiDigi specializes in workforce training and development. It offers onsite training, online learning, mobile virtual reality, and 3D simulated digital training for industrial, engineering, safety, and development fields.

Enhance-VR

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Enhance-VR specializes in developing virtual reality-based training solutions for businesses, schools, and communities. Their technology focuses on creating immersive virtual experiences to enhance workplace safety and improve learning outcomes.

FANTM

Seed Round in 2020
FANTM develops human‑computer interface technologies that allow users to control computers and digital systems through gesture and motion. The company’s flagship product, the DEVLPR, is an open‑source electromyography platform built for the Arduino community, enabling hobbyists and researchers to explore EMG‑based interaction at an affordable price. In addition, FANTM produces wearable devices that use non‑invasive sensors and machine learning to capture and interpret hand movements, providing intuitive control for AR, VR, smart‑home devices, games, and robotic prosthetics. Founded in 2020 by Finn Kuusisto and Ezra Boley in Madison, Wisconsin, the company focuses on making advanced gesture‑based interfaces accessible to a broad audience.

AdinMo

Pre Seed Round in 2018
AdInMo is a New York-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in in-game advertising. It offers a platform that serves click-free ads, allowing brands and mobile application developers to engage with audiences in eSports, augmented reality, virtual reality, and mobile games without disrupting gameplay. AdInMo's InGamePlay advertising format ensures a seamless experience for players, enhancing brand visibility while providing game developers with new monetization opportunities. This approach generates additional revenue for developers and improves player retention by maintaining immersion. With a broad inventory that allows advertisers to target diverse player personas, AdInMo effectively connects brands with free-to-play mobile game developers, facilitating innovative advertising solutions in the gaming industry.

Obsess

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Obsess, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that focuses on developing an augmented and virtual reality software platform aimed at transforming the online shopping experience. The company enables brands and retailers to create immersive 360-degree shopping environments that enhance customer engagement across various channels, including e-commerce sites, social media, in-store settings, and events. By leveraging AI-powered interactive 3D solutions, Obsess allows businesses to build visually captivating and customizable shopping experiences that capture attention and foster relationships with consumers. Recognized as a market leader, Obsess has successfully launched over 200 immersive stores in collaboration with prominent brands across sectors such as retail, beauty, luxury, and consumer packaged goods, providing valuable insights into shopper behavior and preferences. Through its innovative approach, Obsess aims to appeal to a younger, tech-savvy audience, redefining digital shopping into an engaging, memorable experience.

Fanaticus XR

Seed Round in 2018
Fanaticus is a company based in Atlanta, Georgia, that specializes in immersive entertainment through its platform, FANATICUS XR. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on transforming the fandom experience by allowing fans to actively participate in scenes from their favorite books, movies, and video games. Utilizing advanced technologies such as augmented reality, virtual reality, asymmetrical gameplay, and projection mapping, Fanaticus creates unique micro theme parks that engage fans in a way that shifts them from mere spectators to active participants in their beloved narratives. With a strong emphasis on the growing influence of fandom, particularly in the science fiction genre, Fanaticus aims to establish itself as a leading provider of immersive experiences tailored to fan communities.

EyeFlite

Convertible Note in 2018
EyeFlite is a technology company based in Boulder, Colorado, founded in 2017, that specializes in developing assistive technologies for individuals with disabilities. The company focuses on creating innovative solutions that integrate augmented reality and eye tracking, allowing users to control smart devices and communicate using their eyes. Its flagship product, WingVR, is a virtual reality software solution designed for hands-free operation on the Oculus Go device, enabling users to perform various tasks such as typing, sending emails and texts, browsing the internet, and playing games. EyeFlite's technology is particularly beneficial for individuals with movement disabilities, offering them a new level of independence and private access to digital communication and smart home functionality.

SVRF

Convertible Note in 2017
SVRF is a company that builds a search and discovery platform for immersive content, including virtual reality and augmented reality, enabling users to find VR and AR content. The platform makes 3D filters and scenes searchable, shareable, and accessible across platforms, and supports a mobile app that lets users create and share 3D filters. The company also provides an API that powers camera or messaging applications with a cross-platform database of 3D face filters and objects for developers. Based in New York and founded in 2016, SVRF focuses on enabling discovery and integration of 3D and immersive content for creators and developers.

LIV

Convertible Note in 2017
LIV is a Prague-based company that develops virtual reality software and extended reality capture technology for creating, publishing, and sharing immersive VR experiences. Its platform provides a full-stack content creation toolset that enables developers and creators to build immersive VR games and entertainment content and to share these experiences with audiences. The company focuses on empowering VR creators to live stream experiences in real time, turning passive viewers into active participants. Since launching in 2018, LIV has driven over 1.5 billion views, reflecting strong engagement with its audience-centric approach to VR storytelling and gameplay.

Grit Virtual

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Grit Virtual is an innovative company specializing in construction management software that revolutionizes project planning and management. It offers a first-in-class schedule generator that allows construction professionals to independently estimate task durations, crew sizes, and interdependencies among trades. By utilizing advanced algorithms and virtual reality environments, Grit Virtual provides a transparent view of construction sites, enabling real-time feedback and insights. This technology generates highly effective workflows that exceed the capabilities of traditional human planners, facilitating more informed decision-making for crew leaders and project managers. Overall, Grit Virtual enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of construction planning through its cutting-edge solutions.

Immersed

Convertible Note in 2017
Immersed Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) workplace productivity solutions. Founded in 2016 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Immersed aims to eliminate barriers faced by remote workers, thereby enhancing productivity and efficiency in the workplace. The company provides virtual reality office environments designed for remote teams and individuals, allowing laptops to integrate with mobile devices for a seamless VR experience. Their technology is compatible with platforms such as Facebook/Meta Quest, HTC, and Pico. Immersed is committed to transforming the working environment through innovative AR/VR solutions, ultimately striving to create a more efficient and enjoyable civilization.

Immersed

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Immersed Inc. is a software company that specializes in developing virtual reality (VR) workplace productivity solutions. Founded in 2016 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, Immersed aims to eliminate barriers faced by remote workers, thereby enhancing productivity and efficiency in the workplace. The company provides virtual reality office environments designed for remote teams and individuals, allowing laptops to integrate with mobile devices for a seamless VR experience. Their technology is compatible with platforms such as Facebook/Meta Quest, HTC, and Pico. Immersed is committed to transforming the working environment through innovative AR/VR solutions, ultimately striving to create a more efficient and enjoyable civilization.

Rodin

Convertible Note in 2017
Rodin Inc. operates an interactive platform that facilitates the creation of immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences directly within a web browser. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, the company provides users with a comprehensive online environment to develop applications using JavaScript. Rodin's platform features an extensive library that allows for instant deployment of apps across various devices, including HTC Vive, GearVR, Oculus, Daydream, and Cardboard, as well as iOS and Android. This robust offering supports cross-platform publishing, enabling application designers and software developers to craft native VR applications from a single codebase. Through its innovative solutions, Rodin empowers users to explore and develop a wide range of interactive VR and augmented reality (AR) experiences.

VR Motion Corp

Pre Seed Round in 2016
VR Motion Corp develops virtual reality enterprise software and hardware to enhance driver training in the transportation sector. The company provides ultra-realistic VR driver training systems for public, commercial, and private organizations to improve logistics control and reduce the cost and risk of hiring and retaining employees. Its solutions power virtual reality experiences for drivers and professional teams worldwide. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon, VR Motion Corp was previously known as Maher Solutions, reflecting a name change to align with its focus on VR-based training products for the transportation market.

RushTix

Pre Seed Round in 2016
RushTix, Inc. is a subscription-based live entertainment platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in offering a diverse range of live events, including music, health, and comedy shows. Additionally, RushTix has developed an AI-driven platform that enhances interactive entertainment, allowing users to engage in immersive 3D story worlds and real-time gaming experiences. Through its product, ReelMagic, users can influence narratives and interact with virtual characters while creators have the opportunity to monetize their experiences within a dedicated marketplace. RushTix aims to foster connections among individuals through innovative online experiences.

Remidi

Convertible Note in 2016
Remidi LLC, based in Austin, Texas, is a pioneering company specializing in the development of wearable musical instruments. The company's flagship product, the Remidi T8, transforms the entire human hand into a versatile music instrument, enabling users to create, record, and perform an infinite array of musical combinations through intuitive gestures. By integrating physical movement with music production, Remidi's innovative devices allow musicians and creators to engage with sound in a dynamic and immersive way, enhancing their overall creative experience across various media, including music, virtual reality, and video games.

Fish Bowl VR

Seed Round in 2015
Fish Bowl VR, Inc. is a company based in San Francisco, California, that operates a platform designed for on-demand user testing of virtual reality (VR) games. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on helping users analyze their VR applications through playtesting services. The platform not only facilitates testing but also generates a video that showcases the application being evaluated. This video further includes insights from users regarding their experiences with the application, enabling developers to gain valuable feedback for improvements.

Rad

Seed Round in 2015
Rad is an innovative online entertainment platform that specializes in streaming services. It offers an app suite called Rad NFTV, which provides users access to Live TV, Premium Video, and Live Events, all accessible through non-fungible tokens (NFTs). In addition to its core offerings, Rad is associated with Littlstar, a global network focused on virtual reality, 360-degree video, and immersive experiences. This combination positions Rad as a unique player in the entertainment industry, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance viewer engagement and expand its content offerings.

IrisVR (part of The Wild)

Convertible Note in 2015
IrisVR, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing virtual reality software applications tailored for the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. Founded in 2014 and based in New York, IrisVR offers two primary products: Prospect and Scope. Prospect is a desktop application that converts 3D models into immersive VR experiences, compatible with devices such as HTC Vive and Oculus Rift. Scope, on the other hand, is a mobile solution designed for viewing 360° panoramas and allows users to interact with VR content using devices like Samsung GearVR and Google Daydream. The software integrates seamlessly with popular 3D modeling tools, enabling design and construction teams to collaborate effectively and make informed decisions by visualizing projects in a realistic, immersive environment. By providing these innovative solutions, IrisVR enhances the design review process and supports the implementation of complex construction workflows.

TYFFON

Convertible Note in 2014
TYFFON is a Tokyo-based developer of immersive mixed reality, virtual reality, and augmented reality entertainment content. The company creates mobile apps such as ZombieBooth and related image transformation tools, and has expanded to immersive experiences that blend 3D animation with social interaction. TYFFON operates Free Roam location-based virtual reality venues under the TYFFONIUM brand, offering guests multi-sensory, hyper-real environments that can be explored freely. Founded in 2011, TYFFON has pursued strategic partnerships and international expansion, including participation in Disney’s accelerator program in 2014 and a collaboration with Disney, as well as opening TYFFONIUM stores in Japan with plans for overseas locations. The company focuses on delivering magical reality experiences across its mobile apps and location-based venues by combining VR and AR technologies with imaginative content.

Rival Theory

Convertible Note in 2014
Rival Theory Inc. is an artificial intelligence company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, specializing in the development of interactive characters for the entertainment industry. Established in 2011, the company utilizes its RAIN AI engine, which has been adopted by over 100,000 studios and developers globally, to create advanced interactive characters that can represent both real and fictional personas. Rival Theory's technology extends to its Sentio platform, which integrates human performance capture with AI-driven personality and decision-making capabilities, enabling the creation of virtual humans that can engage naturally in immersive environments, including virtual reality. The company's solutions cater to a diverse range of users, including students, hobbyists, professional studios, and government entities, applying AI-enabled characters across various applications such as advertising, video games, simulations, film, and media.

PlayCanvas

Seed Round in 2013
PlayCanvas Ltd is a London-based company that operates a cloud-hosted game development platform, founded in 2011. It provides developers with a visual editing tool that facilitates the creation of scenes, applications, and games efficiently, emphasizing real-time collaboration and accessibility. The platform serves a diverse range of industries, including video games, virtual reality, advertising, architectural visualization, and gambling. PlayCanvas aims to transform game development by offering a social hub where users can build, share, and play games, thereby enhancing the collaborative experience for developers. As of 2018, PlayCanvas operates as a subsidiary of Snap Inc.

Spatial Ape

Spatial Ape is a software development firm specializing in virtual reality solutions. The company provides tools and services designed to streamline the virtual reality development process, enabling clients to create immersive applications more efficiently. Its software establishes a baseline for rapid VR app development while protecting intellectual property and securing ownership. By allowing clients to run programs on their own servers, Spatial Ape enhances the development experience and fosters innovation in the virtual reality space.

Lucid Care

Lucid Care, established in 2018 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializes in developing Virtual Reality (VR) tools to enhance the treatment of Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and mental health conditions. The company provides a VR platform to treatment centers, which increases patient engagement and retention by significantly reducing anxiety and cravings, often within a single session. This platform enables patients to cultivate positive daily habits that support their ongoing treatment.

Cuboid.AI

Cuboid.AI is a technology company that specializes in transforming existing web data into 3D content. It offers an AI-powered platform and Software Development Kit (SDK) to achieve this, aiming to lower barriers for users and enterprises to enter the metaverse.
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