Paris-based game development studio, Million Victories, has secured a Series A round of financing amounting to 6M€ ($6.5M dollars). The funding was led by prominent venture capital firms, Eurazeo and Griffin Gaming Partners, both recognized for their global investment prowess. The influx of capital will be utilized to expand the studio’s flagship game, Million Lords, a popular mobile strategy game, and introduce a highly anticipated 3D upgrade to the existing game. Additionally, the funding will facilitate the development of new games in the future.
Million Lords is a competitive mobile massively multiplayer online real-time strategy (MMORTS) game that has garnered a dedicated fan base. With this funding, Million Victories aims to extend its reach globally and further enhance the gaming experience for its players. The forthcoming 3D update promises to provide an immersive and visually stunning environment, offering players an enhanced level of engagement. The studio also has plans to create entirely new games, expanding its portfolio to cater to a wider audience.
Eurazeo, known for its venture investments, expressed its confidence in Million Victories’ potential. Louis Bô, Investment Director – Venture at Eurazeo, stated, “We are proud to announce our investment with Million Victories as they confidently establish themselves as a leader in the mobile gaming industry. We are convinced that the innovative gameplay and captivating design of Million Lords will continue to push the boundaries of the strategy gaming genre for years to come. We couldn’t be more excited to be part of the studio’s journey towards continued success.”
Griffin Partners, having led Million Victories’ seed round, also expressed their satisfaction with the team’s performance. Pierre Planche, Partner at Griffin Partners, said, “The Million Victories team, led by Benoît and Céline, have consistently delivered on and exceeded our expectations since we led their seed round. We are confident that this new round of funding will allow Million Lords to establish leadership in the 4X strategy category.”
The fresh injection of capital will serve as a catalyst for the growth and evolution of Million Victories. The studio plans to introduce a series of in-game updates and share exciting news about the company’s progress in the future. Players of Million Lords and enthusiasts of the real-time strategy (RTS) genre can look forward to numerous opportunities for engagement. The funding will also support the expansion of the studio’s team, enabling the hiring of senior executives, including a Chief Marketing Officer and a Chief Technology Officer. Furthermore, the studio aims to bolster its global marketing efforts to increase its presence in the gaming industry.
Co-founders of Million Victories, Benoît Ducrest and Céline Allary, expressed their enthusiasm for the game’s success and the future prospects enabled by the investment. They stated, “We are beyond thrilled that our game, Million Lords, has been met with such an incredible reception from fans so far. With this investment, we plan to continue developing and enhancing our hit game, and expanding our team with strategic senior hires, including a new Chief Marketing Officer and a Chief Technology Officer, and significantly ramping up our global marketing efforts.”
One notable fan of Million Lords is MrBeast, a renowned content creator who discovered and fell in love with the game. MrBeast organized a contest with an $18,000 prize pool to foster grassroots competitions within the game. As part of the collaboration, Million Lords released the MrBeast city skin chroma, with significant contributions made by MrBeast to Beast Philanthropy. This collaboration not only expanded Million Lords’ influence but also connected the game with gamers worldwide through MrBeast’s massive fan base.
Million Lords has achieved remarkable player engagement in the United States, with users spending an average of more than two hours per day on the game. This level of engagement surpasses the industry average for mobile mid-core games, indicating the strong appeal and immersive nature of Million Lords.
With the recent funding secured from Eurazeo and Griffin Gaming Partners, Million Victories is poised for significant growth and innovation. The studio’s commitment to enhancing Million Lords with a 3D upgrade and the development of new games demonstrates its dedication to delivering exceptional gaming experiences to players worldwide. By expanding its team and intensifying marketing efforts, Million Victories aims to solidify its position as a leading force in the mobile gaming industry.
As the gaming community eagerly awaits the 3D update to Million Lords and anticipates the studio’s future releases, the future looks promising for Million Victories. With the support of prominent venture capital firms and a passionate player base, the studio is well-positioned to continue pushing the boundaries of strategy gaming and captivating gamers with its innovative titles.
