What is Manticore Games?
Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Manticore Games operates as a pioneering developer and operator of the Core Platform. The company was established by industry veterans from organizations such as Electronic Arts, Blizzard, and Roblox, bringing a wealth of expertise in building scalable, high-engagement digital environments. Manticore Games functions as a digital playground that empowers creators to build, share, and monetize innovative gaming experiences, effectively democratizing game development. By fostering a vibrant community of both creators and players, the company has positioned itself as a key player in the evolution of the metaverse and interactive entertainment, focusing on the intersection of creativity, social connectivity, and advanced software engineering.
How much funding has Manticore Games raised?
Manticore Games has raised a total of $160M across 4 funding rounds:
Series A
$15M
Series B
$30M
Private Equity
$15M
Series C
$100M
Series A (2017): $15M with participation from Macro Ventures, CrunchFund, Bitkraft Esports Ventures, SV Angel, Correlation Ventures, and Benchmark Capital
Series B (2019): $30M led by Undisclosed
Private Equity (2020): $15M supported by Epic Games Inc
Series C (2021): $100M featuring BITKRAFT Ventures, XN, SoftBank Group Corp., Benchmark Holdings, Epic Games, and Correlation Ventures
Key Investors in Manticore Games
SoftBank Group Corp.
SoftBank Group Corp. is a global technology holding company driving innovation across telecommunications, internet services, artificial intelligence, and smart robotics through its diverse portfolio and the SoftBank Vision Fund.
Correlation Ventures
Correlation Ventures utilizes groundbreaking data science to provide rapid investment decisions and strategic support to companies looking to transform their respective industries.
SV Angel
SV Angel is a long-term investment firm dedicated to supporting founders by providing essential resources, strategic insights, and a vast network to help companies scale effectively.
What's next for Manticore Games?
Looking ahead, Manticore Games is poised to leverage its recent capital infusion to enhance the feature set of the Core Platform and broaden its reach across global markets. The strategic focus will likely center on improving creator monetization tools, optimizing the platform's performance for diverse hardware, and scaling its user acquisition efforts. With the support of major institutional investors, the company is well-positioned to navigate the complexities of the gaming landscape, potentially exploring new avenues in cross-platform integration and social gaming infrastructure. The emphasis remains on sustaining long-term growth while maintaining the platform's core mission of unleashing imagination within a secure and scalable digital environment.
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