VR Gaming’s New Cash King
Thirdverse, the virtual reality game dev and distribution heavyweight, just landed a cool $8 million USD in its latest funding round. This epic cash injection boosts its total stash to a whopping $38 million USD since its spin-off in May 2021.
Double Trouble: X8 and SOUL COVENANT
Thirdverse ain’t playin’ games – well, actually, they are, and they’re doubling down hard. They’re gearing up to dominate with two VR titles: “X8,” a multiplayer VR hero shooter, and “SOUL COVENANT,” a dramatic action VR game that’s cooking up some serious hype.
X8: From Early Access to VR Esports Stardom
“X8” blasted onto the scene, first hitting the Meta Quest App Lab and Steam in May 2023. It didn’t just walk; it sprinted, snagging 180,000 downloads in about five months. It’s not just a game; it’s a VR esports phenomenon, rocking Japan and beyond with three major esports events already. And guess what? It’s headed to PlayStation VR2 and PICO soon.
SOUL COVENANT: The Next Big VR Drama
Tokyo Game Show 2023 was lit with the reveal of “SOUL COVENANT.” This isn’t your average VR game – it’s a full-on dramatic action adventure, set to drop in early 2024.
Investor Squad Backing Thirdverse
Thirdverse’s latest funding round wasn’t just about the cash; it’s about the backers who believe in the VR dream. This diverse investor gang sees Thirdverse as a trailblazer in the VR gaming realm, ready to dish out immersive experiences that’ll have VR fans losing their minds.
CEO Speak: Vision for VR Gaming’s Future
Hironao Kunimitsu, the big boss at Thirdverse, is hyped about the $8 million boost. It’s all about pushing VR gaming to its limits, and with “X8” and “SOUL COVENANT,” they’re showing just how far they can go.
Investor Insights: Betting Big on VR
Hiroyuki Watanabe of B Dash Ventures and Junichi Taguchi from Mitsubishi UFJ Capital are all in. They’re stoked about VR’s global rise, with Thirdverse leading the charge. It’s not just games; it’s about transforming how we play and experience stories.
Thirdverse’s VR Game Plan: Redefining Entertainment
Thirdverse isn’t just playing the VR game; they’re rewriting the rules. It’s all about creating mind-blowing experiences that teleport players to worlds they’ve never imagined. With their latest cash boost, they’re all set to take VR gaming to uncharted territories. Stay tuned, gamers – the VR revolution is just getting started.
