Kiwi Game Studio Born From Pandemic Raises $650,000 to Develop Cooperative Games
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According to co-founder and game producer Zsombor Pirok, there will be no single-player mode.Going co-op-only means that we can design challenges that require players to work together. You wouldnt be able to do that if one player has the ability to complete everything on their ownThe raise was led by New Zealand venture capital fund Hillfarrance, whose managing partner Rob Vickery jumped on the opportunity and is joining the companys board.The video game industry continues to see explosive growth and developers are exploring new ways and formats to engage gamers who are thirsty for new content. When we first met Space Rock and heard that they are creating a studio and title that is pushing the frontiers of multiplayer gaming, we were excited to jump on board. This often leads to talented developers burning out and leaving the industry altogether.Co-founder and creative director Kieran Dunn says, When it comes to our team, they are the number one priority for us - healthy teams make the best games.New Zealand Growth Capital Partners have also joined this round: Were impressed with the founders passion and vision for creating a medieval fantasy co-op experience. says Jason Roche, Associate Investment Director at NZGCP.Chelsea Rapp, chairperson of the New Zealand Game Developers Association was delighted to hear about the successful raise and pointed out the opportunity for further investment within the industry:Creating a game studio during a nationwide lockdown is incredibly challenging, but its a testament to the incredible amount of talent and skill we have here in Aotearoa.