What is Gardens?
Gardens operates at the intersection of interactive entertainment and social connectivity. By leveraging the expertise of a distributed team, the studio focuses on creating shared fantasy adventures that prioritize multiplayer interactions and long-term player engagement. With a pedigree that includes contributions to acclaimed titles such as What Remains of Edith Finch and Sky: Children of the Light, the company is uniquely positioned to redefine the social roleplay genre. Their current market position is defined by a commitment to cultivating lasting friendships through dynamic, magical worlds, effectively bridging the gap between traditional narrative-driven gaming and modern social platforms.
How much funding has Gardens raised?
Gardens has raised a total of $31.3M across 1 funding round:
Series A
$31.3M
Series A (2023): $31.3M with participation from Lightspeed Venture Partners and KRAFTON
Key Investors in Gardens
Lightspeed Venture Partners
A global multistage venture capital firm that invests in early and growth-stage technology companies across sectors such as enterprise software, consumer, and infrastructure.
KRAFTON
A South Korean developer and distributor of video games for PC and mobile devices with a specialized focus on fantasy-themed gaming experiences.
What's next for Gardens?
With the successful closure of this Series A round, Gardens is poised to scale its operations and refine its flagship shared fantasy adventure. The strategic infusion of capital will likely be directed toward expanding the studio's technical infrastructure and talent acquisition, ensuring the delivery of a high-fidelity, community-centric product. As the studio moves into its next phase of growth, the focus will remain on deepening the social mechanics of its upcoming titles, potentially setting a new benchmark for multiplayer engagement. Investors are closely monitoring how this influx of resources will translate into market share within the competitive interactive media sector, particularly as the studio seeks to solidify its reputation as a leader in social-first game design.
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