Accelerators focused on virtual reality offer startups the essential funding and support needed for growth. These programs help founders across the globe develop their VR businesses.
Forum Ventures has backed nearly 500 startups, leading to almost 50 exits. Similarly, Outlier Ventures has funded over 300 companies.
Below is our list of the best 16 VR accelerators and incubators.
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Get the Sheet for $50Forum Ventures champions early-stage B2B SaaS founders through its dedicated fund and go-to-market focused accelerator program. They provide the initial capital and network access that helps launch successful companies like the sales CRM, Close.
| Headquarters | New York, New York, United States |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Nick Mehta, Michael Cardamone, Bruce Morrison |
| Investment Amount | Pre-Seed Accelerator: $100K |
| Equity Taken | Pre-Seed: 7.5% (via post-money SAFE) |
| Nº of Investments | 497 |
| Nº of Exits | 48 |
| Program Type | Online |
| Duration (Weeks) | 24 |
As a leading Web3 investor, Outlier Ventures helps founders build and scale startups focused on the open metaverse. The accelerator provides deep expertise and support for companies working in emerging technologies, including AI, DeFi, gaming, and NFTs.
| Headquarters | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Stephan Apel, Jamie Burke, Aron van Ammers |
| Nº of Investments | 348 |
| Nº of Exits | 8 |
| Program Type | Online |
| Duration (Weeks) | 12 |
Hubraum connects tech entrepreneurs and startups with the network, capital, and business opportunities of its parent company, Deutsche Telekom. They primarily support startups in future-facing technologies like IoT and AR/VR, offering them a direct line to collaboration and growth within the Deutsche Telekom ecosystem.
| Headquarters | Berlin, Berlin, Germany |
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Peter Borchers, Gilli Cegla |
| Nº of Investments | 51 |
| Nº of Exits | 8 |
| Duration (Weeks) | 13 |
Backed by Telstra, muru-D provides a structured acceleration program designed to help tech founders scale their businesses globally. The program focuses on startups in deep technology sectors, including AI, robotics, and VR, offering mentorship and access to a powerful network.
| Headquarters | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Charlotte Yarkoni, Mick Liubinskas, Annie Parker |
| Nº of Investments | 90 |
| Nº of Exits | 8 |
As the digital incubator for the Institut Mines-Télécom Business School, Telecom SudParis, and ENSIIE, IMT Starter helps launch technology-focused startups. They provide entrepreneurs with crucial resources and academic expertise to build companies in fields like AI, Big Data, and VR.
| Headquarters | Évry, Ile-de-France, France |
| Year Founded | 1999 |
| Founders | Augustin Radu |
| Nº of Investments | 40 |
| Nº of Exits | 6 |
As one of Japan's pioneering seed accelerators, Open Network Lab provides early-stage startups with mentorship and resources to scale globally. They support a wide range of tech companies, from BioHealth to AI, and have helped launch successful ventures like the personal mobility company WHILL and HR platform SmartHR.
| Headquarters | Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan |
| Year Founded | 2010 |
| Founders | Fumihiko Ishimaru |
| Nº of Investments | 40 |
| Nº of Exits | 4 |
| Program Type | On-Site |
| Duration (Weeks) | 14 |
As investors, advisors, and operators, Same Page Capital backs early-stage tech companies with capital and hands-on guidance. They specialize in emerging fields like AR, VR, and IoT, working closely with founders to navigate the challenges of building a business.
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Year Founded | 2008 |
| Founders | Norm Page |
| Nº of Investments | 9 |
| Nº of Exits | 3 |
As the accelerator arm of hardware giant HTC, VIVE X champions early-stage startups building the future of virtual and augmented reality. They provide strategic investment and direct access to the Vive ecosystem for companies across entertainment, health tech, and enterprise sectors.
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Marc Metis, Alvin Wang Graylin, Raymond Pao, Cher Wang |
| Nº of Investments | 39 |
| Nº of Exits | 2 |
| Duration (Weeks) | 16 |
Victory Square builds, acquires, and invests in startups working on emerging technologies like Web3, gaming, and healthtech. By providing hands-on senior leadership and resources, they help portfolio companies fast-track their growth and scale.
| Headquarters | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Ray Walia, Shafin Diamond Tejani |
| Nº of Investments | 12 |
| Nº of Exits | 2 |
Collider backs pre-seed and seed stage B2B startups building the future of marketing, commerce, and sales tech. They accelerate growth by providing capital and connecting founders to a specialized network of potential customers and partners.
| Headquarters | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Ellen Bark-Lindhout, Andy Tait, David Prais, Mark Adams, Rose Lewis |
| Nº of Investments | 81 |
| Nº of Exits | 2 |
| Program Type | On-Site |
| Duration (Weeks) | 12 |
6 Additional VR Accelerators and Incubators Worth Applying To
Our top picks are just the start. From the US to Singapore, these other programs have collectively backed over 150 companies building in VR.
It's great to see so much support for founders in this space. Here are the other accelerators and incubators helping them build what's next.