VC funding in gaming is diverse. Many game studios want to have the next hit game that finds millions of players. Other people are developing unique technology that can advance the entire gaming industry at scale. Both reasons can use VC funding to scale rapidly, but how do you do it?
In the era of AI, raising capital has changed in what investors are investing in, how they are evaluating deals, and how the money can be used.
- Where do you find investors?
- What do VCs want?
- Are VCs investing in games, software related to games, both?
- What should go in your pitch deck?
- How do VCs view AI?
This session will go over what VCs and investors are looking for, how they evaluate opportunities, and how you can position your game or technology to raise capital.
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Emre Kesti
SpeakerInvestor · First Point
Emre Kesti is a Partner at Firstpoint VC, where he invests in AI-driven gaming and entertainment startups across emerging markets. He previously led investment management at WePlay Ventures, working with early-stage mobile, PC, and console studios and helping portfolio companies scale into global markets. With deep expertise across gaming, venture capital, and emerging ecosystems, Emre focuses on identifying high-potential founders and helping them turn ambitious ideas into globally scalable businesses.
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