Join host Jen Donahoe for an in-depth discussion on venture capital funding in the gaming industry with experts from Transcend Fund, Sisu Game Ventures, and PlayVentures.
The panel covers key topics including how VCs work, investment processes, team equity structures, board dynamics, and the unique challenges and opportunities within different gaming platforms.
Learn what gaming VCs are looking for and get insights directly from industry professionals who help shape the future of gaming startups.
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1:06 Panel Introduction and Topic Overview
02:59 Meet the Experts: Sikandar
04:48 Meet the Experts: Jere
06:35 Meet the Experts: Anton
10:25 Understanding Venture Capital
15:45 Equity and Cap Table Basics
21:17 Gaming VCs: What They Look For
27:12 Understanding Risk in Business Platforms
27:46 Content and Platform Agnosticism
28:18 Distribution and Growth in Gaming
30:05 Tech Investments in Gaming
31:33 Marketing and User Acquisition
38:42 Investment Pitches and Processes
45:32 The Role of Boards in Startups
54:27 Fund Size and Investment Strategies
58:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
