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The video game industry includes a wide range of companies from established developers to new technology providers. Industry giants like Epic Games have secured billions in funding, showing the sector's financial weight.
Newer companies are also making an impact. For example, Luma AI, founded in 2021, has already raised over $157 million to develop its generative AI technology for 3D models.
Below is our list of 100 Video Games startups worth keeping an eye on.
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Get the Sheet for $50Luma AI develops generative AI that transforms text descriptions and videos into realistic 3D models. Their technology is designed to make 3D creation more accessible for developers and artists in gaming, virtual reality, and other creative fields.
Epic Games creates some of the world's most popular interactive entertainment, including the global phenomenon Fortnite. They also develop and license the Unreal Engine, a powerful real-time 3D creation tool used by game developers and creators across industries.
Appcharge builds a direct-to-consumer platform for game publishers to sell in-game items through their own dedicated web shops. This model helps developers increase revenue and build stronger relationships directly with their player community.
Bungie builds expansive, science-fiction video games, including the acclaimed Halo and Destiny franchises. The studio is celebrated for creating rich worlds that bring together millions of players in a shared online experience.
k-ID builds technology that helps game developers create age-appropriate experiences for kids and teens. Their platform simplifies compliance with complex global regulations for youth privacy and online safety.
ProbablyMonsters builds and develops independent AAA game studios, providing them with a stable foundation for success. This approach allows creative teams to focus on building original, high-quality video games and interactive entertainment.
Fandom has built a sprawling entertainment media platform that allows fans to explore, contribute to, and celebrate their favorite pop culture franchises. Their network of user-generated wikis serves as a comprehensive resource for everything from video games to movies and TV shows.
Latitude builds AI-powered games designed for player freedom and self-expression. Their flagship title, AI Dungeon, is a text-based adventure where the story and world are dynamically generated in real time.
thatgamecompany creates emotionally resonant video games that focus on connecting players in positive ways. Their award-winning titles, like Journey and Sky: Children of the Light, are celebrated for their stunning artistic direction and accessible gameplay.
Thirdverse builds multiplayer virtual reality titles, including the tactical shooter X8 and the action JRPG SOUL COVENANT. The game studio also operates in the Web3 space by developing blockchain-based games.
The top 10 are just a small slice of what’s happening in gaming right now. Together, the companies on our full list have raised billions and include both brand-new studios and established names.
You'll see teams building everything from AI tools to new hardware. Here’s a look at the other 90 startups that are making the video game industry an exciting place to watch.
| Startup | Main Industry | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Last Funding Round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaming | 1986 | ¥36.4B | Secondary Market | |
| Crypto | 2019 | $311M | Series C | |
| Crypto | 2011 | $115M | Convertible Note | |
| Gaming | 2017 | $128.8M | Corporate Round | |
| Cloud | 2016 | $80M | Series A | |
| Media | 2014 | — | — | |
| AI | 2020 | $11.7M | Corporate Round | |
| Gaming | 2007 | $35M | Series C | |
| SaaS | 2014 | $36M | Series B | |
| Hardware | 2024 | $19.1M | Undisclosed | |
| Crypto | 2022 | $67.7M | Series A | |
| Gaming | 2022 | $5M | Series A | |
| Gaming | 2017 | $48M | Series B | |
| AI | 2019 | $8.8M | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2022 | $42.3M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2010 | $97.2M | Series D | |
| Gaming | 2020 | $100.8M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2013 | $20M | Venture Round | |
| Gaming | 2021 | $152M | Private Equity | |
| Gaming | 2021 | $2.6M | Pre-Seed | |
| Gaming | 2015 | $85.5M | Venture Round | |
| Gaming | 2020 | $120M | Undisclosed | |
| Media | 2015 | $139.4M | Venture Round | |
| Gaming | 2017 | $83M | Series A | |
| Gaming | 2019 | €26.9M | Series B | |
| Marketing | 2022 | €4.5M | Grant | |
| Fintech | 2016 | €900M | Debt Financing | |
| Design | 2013 | $8.9M | Series B | |
| Gaming | 2023 | £7.9M | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2017 | CN¥7M | Angel | |
| Gaming | 1997 | €106.3M | Venture Round | |
| Gaming | 2023 | $12.3M | Corporate Round | |
| Gaming | 1995 | $142M | Corporate Round | |
| Gaming | 2010 | $143M | Series B | |
| Gaming | 2020 | — | — | |
| AI | 2019 | $9.6M | Seed | |
| Marketing | 2015 | $6.7M | Series A | |
| Media | 2021 | $25k | Grant | |
| Infrastructure | 2018 | $99k | Seed | |
| Cloud | 2018 | $10.5M | Venture Round | |
| Marketing | 2014 | $21.5M | Series B | |
| Media | 2016 | — | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2021 | $4M | Seed | |
| Media | 2011 | $23M | Corporate Round | |
| Gaming | 2012 | $77.3M | Series B | |
| Media | 2021 | $6.3M | Undisclosed | |
| Gaming | 2021 | $10M | Venture Round | |
| Infrastructure | 2005 | €10M | Series B | |
| Media | 2013 | $72.6M | Series B | |
| Infrastructure | 2009 | — | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2024 | $10M | Venture Round | |
| Infrastructure | 2005 | $36.6M | Private Equity | |
| Gaming | 2012 | $54M | Initial Coin Offering | |
| Media | 2019 | $3M | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2014 | $3.7M | Venture Round | |
| Crypto | 2021 | $8.9M | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2023 | $2.1M | Undisclosed | |
| Media | 2017 | $38.3M | Series B | |
| Media | 2012 | $10M | Angel | |
| Gaming | 2018 | $4.8M | Series A | |
| Gaming | 2018 | $16.5M | Series A | |
| Gaming | 2018 | $1M | Seed | |
| Media | 2022 | $20M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2021 | $1.1M | Pre-Seed | |
| Hardware | 2018 | €2.7M | Series A | |
| Education | 2017 | $12.4M | Private Equity | |
| Gaming | 2019 | RUB12M | Angel | |
| Gaming | 2015 | €13.6M | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2017 | $1.2M | Venture Round | |
| Gaming | 2022 | $739.7k | Pre-Seed | |
| Crypto | 2019 | $2.9M | Initial Coin Offering | |
| Hardware | 2011 | SEK25M | Venture Round | |
| Infrastructure | 2012 | €50M | Private Equity | |
| Gaming | 2020 | €2.5M | Seed | |
| Media | 2007 | — | — | |
| Gaming | 2012 | $1.7M | Product Crowdfunding | |
| Gaming | 2018 | $4.8M | Series A | |
| Gaming | 1998 | — | — | |
| Gaming | 2014 | €1.2M | Grant | |
| Gaming | 2017 | £672k | Equity Crowdfunding | |
| Gaming | 2022 | £4.3M | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2019 | $1M | Seed | |
| Media | 1998 | €2M | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2020 | CZK150M | Corporate Round | |
| Crypto | 2021 | $700k | Seed | |
| Gaming | 2017 | $450k | Seed | |
| AI | 2015 | €300k | Venture Round | |
| Media | 2013 | CN¥33M | Series B | |
| Gaming | 2019 | $250k | Seed | |
| Media | 2017 | $1M | Series A |
