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Location on request · Invests in US; Europe; Asia; Global · Website

Thesis

Game makers deserve capital partners who deeply understand their industry. We invest in talented founders building the next generation of games and digital entertainment across all platforms and business models. Our conviction comes from 30+ years of operating experience in this space.

Likely not a fit for

We do not invest in non-gaming ventures. We focus exclusively on games and digital entertainment. No generalist consumer apps or non-gaming digital media.

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

Partners & team

5 contacts on file

AS

Andrew Sheppard

PartnerManaging Director · Primary contact

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SC

Sikander Chahal

PrincipalPrincipal

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BK

Brett Krause

PartnerManaging Director

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SB

Shanti Bergel

PartnerManaging Director

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LD

Lirui Ding

PrincipalPrincipal

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Portfolio

Midsummerstud Io SGaming

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.

ThatgamecompanyGaming

thatgamecompany is a game studio dedicated to creating timeless interactive entertainment that inspires human connection worldwide. Founded in 2006, the studio is known for its award-winning titles such as flOw, Flower, and Journey, which aim to expand the emotional experiences possible in video games.

GardensGaming

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.

StresslevelzeroGaming

Stress Level Zero Inc. is a gaming company focused on creating immersive experiences through innovative titles like Bonelab and Boneworks. The company emphasizes user privacy and data protection, ensuring that minimal data is collected and not stored, enhancing the gaming experience while safeguarding user information.

Ruckus GamesGaming

Ruckus Games is a game development studio focused on creating a cooperative third-person shooter with a unique style, humor, and explosive action. The team consists of industry veterans from renowned titles, and they aim to deliver an engaging gaming experience with innovative weapons and gameplay mechanics.

Methodical

Methodical Games is a game development studio dedicated to crafting exceptional multiplayer games that resonate with players. Founded by seasoned developers, the studio emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a developer-driven process to create immersive gaming experiences.

CosmicloungeGaming

Cosmiclounge is a company focused on creating engaging gaming experiences. They aim to innovate within the gaming industry by leveraging unique concepts and interactive designs.

Indi

Indi.gg is a URL shortening service and analytics platform that also features a community admin interface and hosts clan bash events for Valorant. The platform offers various services, including branded short links and community management tools.

BigrunstudiosGaming

Big Run Studios is a mobile game developer based in Oakland, CA, known for creating casual games aimed at traditionally underserved audiences. Established in 2019, the company is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion while supporting various non-profits through its initiatives.

Singularity6Gaming

Singularity6 is a game development studio known for its debut title, Palia, a free-to-play cozy online multiplayer community simulator. The game emphasizes social interaction and a persistent shared world, offering players a beautifully crafted environment to explore and personalize, all powered by a robust infrastructure built on Unreal Engine.

Liveaware

Live Aware Labs is revolutionizing game development by bridging the gap between developers and their player communities. Founded by experienced game developers, the company leverages cutting-edge AI to provide insights that help teams create better games through real player feedback.

BrainjarMedia Entertainment

Brain Jar Games is a new global studio comprised of AAA veterans dedicated to creating bold and vibrant games that players love to share. The studio focuses on innovative gameplay and audio-visual spectacles, aiming to deliver an endlessly replayable experience that combines kinetic action with music-fused choreography.

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Transcend Fund - Research Document Investment Thesis & Core Focus Transcend is a specialized venture capital firm dedicated to investing in games and digital entertainment. Founded in 2020 by game industry veterans Shanti Bergel and Andrew Sheppard, Transcend operates from a position of deep industry expertise built over 30+ years of combined experience building and scaling digital entertainment c

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