What is Gardens?
Gardens Interactive is a distributed videogame studio recognized for its creation of immersive social roleplay experiences. The studio's current focus is on a shared fantasy adventure game designed to foster community and multiplayer interactions within a dynamic, magical world. Their portfolio includes critically acclaimed titles such as 'What Remains of Edith Finch' and 'Sky: Children of the Light'. The company's core mission is to cultivate lasting player friendships through engaging and collaborative gameplay, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving landscape of online interactive entertainment.
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 KRAFTON and Lightspeed Venture Partners
Key Investors in Gardens
KRAFTON
KRAFTON is a South Korean company that develops and distributes video games for PC and mobile devices, with a particular focus on fantasy games.
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Lightspeed Venture Partners is a global multistage venture capital firm that invests in early and growth-stage technology companies across various sectors, including enterprise software, consumer, fintech, and infrastructure.
What's next for Gardens?
With the recent major strategic investment, Gardens is poised for significant growth and expansion. The enterprise-level funding suggests a focus on scaling operations, enhancing its flagship fantasy adventure game, and potentially exploring new intellectual properties. This capital infusion will likely support further development of its community-centric multiplayer experiences, aiming to solidify its position in the competitive videogame market and attract a broader player base. The company's trajectory indicates a strong emphasis on long-term player engagement and the cultivation of persistent virtual worlds.
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