Tirta
Location on request · Invests in US; North America; Asia; Europe; MENA · Website
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We empower builders and creators with capital and deep operational expertise. Gaming is undergoing fundamental transformation at the intersection of AI, creator empowerment, and infrastructure evolution. We partner with technical founders building innovative games, creator tools, and gaming infrastructure.
Likely not a fit for
We do not invest in non-technical founding teams, solo founders without complementary team skills, or businesses not addressing core gaming and entertainment problems.
How they invest
- Lead or follow
- Usually leads
- Typical decision
- ~2 weeks
- Warm intro
- Preferred
- Involvement
- Takes a board seat
- Fund status
- Actively deploying
- Decision process
- Partnership vote
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Midsummer Studios is an independent game development company focused on creating a next-generation life simulation game with a university setting, emphasizing player-driven narratives, social dynamics, and storytelling.
Future Trash, Inc is a small but passionate development team building a robust network of games in UEFN (Unreal Editor for Fortnite) anchored around their original IP, FOAD. They are committed to delivering high fidelity experiences and leveraging the Fortnite ecosystem to build brand awareness for their gaming franchise.
NewUnivers is building the world's largest short-form drama production ecosystem that encompasses planning, production, distribution, and services, connecting K-creators and IPs with the global 3.0 streaming video market. The company has produced approximately 20 microdramas and aims to produce 60 titles in 2026.
Nunu.ai is pioneering the use of artificial intelligence in gaming by developing multi-modal AI agents specifically designed for game testing and quality assurance. Their platform automates end-to-end game testing, allowing studios to save time and costs while ensuring a more immersive and flawless gaming experience.
k-ID is dedicated to creating safer and more empowering online experiences for children and teens, enabling them to thrive in a digital world. The company provides solutions for families and businesses that focus on age assurance, parental consent, and compliance with global regulations, ensuring that digital platforms can adapt their services to meet the needs of younger audiences responsibly.
Leonardo AI is a generative AI platform specializing in image, art, and video creation. It offers a suite of tools that allow users to generate high-quality visuals from text prompts, refine images, and create animations, catering to various creative needs across industries.
Gardens Interactive is a distributed games studio focused on creating lush, living worlds that foster social roleplay and lasting friendships among players. Their flagship project is a shared 3D fantasy adventure that draws inspiration from memorable online gaming experiences, emphasizing community and multiplayer interactions.
Mentra is a company that produces AI-powered smart glasses with an app store, allowing users to capture video, livestream, utilize AI note-taking, and take calls, among other features.
Voldex is a premier game development company focused on creating engaging experiences for millions of players on the Roblox platform. Founded in 2015, the company aims to connect people through entertaining games that resonate with players worldwide.
Customuse is a platform designed to help creators build, sell, and scale their businesses on Roblox. It offers AI-powered tools for creating and managing designs, allowing users to publish directly to Roblox and monetize their creations effectively.
Opponent Systems is developing living characters designed to enrich family interactions and guide the next generation. Their flagship product, Dragon Time, utilizes FaceTime to create engaging storytelling experiences for children, allowing parents to unwind while their kids play.
Windwalk Games creates games and software that foster lasting communities, known for titles like SWORN and Enemy on Board.
Recent activity
- Oct 2025
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- Mar 2025
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- Jan 2025
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Series A · Lead
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