Gamecraft

Funding & Founding (Ep. 32)

May 20, 2026·55 min·5-min readconversationaltechnology
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The current funding environment for video game startups is the most challenging in modern history, driven by industry consolidation, poor returns from venture investments in pure content studios, and uncertainty introduced by AI. Despite this, opportunities exist through lean, AI-native stu

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Mitch LaskyBlake RobbinsEric BaroneDevin HedegaardJenova ChenMoritz

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Play VenturesGriffinBitcrafta16zLightspeedGeneral IntuitionMetalOpenAICCP

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Artificial IntelligenceData ScienceGamingSoftware EngineeringStartupsTech IndustryVenture Capital

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