Animoca Ventures

Animoca Ventures is the dedicated venture capital arm of Animoca Brands, a global leader in blockchain gaming, NFTs, and the open metaverse. Established to identify and nurture promising early-stage Web3 companies, Animoca Ventures plays a crucial role in expanding the broader Animoca Brands ecosystem. The firm's investment strategy is deeply intertwined with its parent company's vision of fostering an open, interoperable metaverse, focusing on projects that contribute to decentralized ownership and digital property rights.

The firm primarily targets seed and Series A stage companies within the blockchain and Web3 space. Its investment scope is broad but strategic, encompassing areas such as blockchain gaming, metaverse infrastructure, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and decentralized identity solutions. Animoca Ventures seeks out founders and teams that are building foundational technologies and compelling applications designed to empower users and creators in the digital realm. Beyond capital, the firm offers its portfolio companies access to Animoca Brands' extensive network, strategic partnerships, and deep industry expertise, providing significant value-add beyond just financial investment.

Animoca Ventures launched with a target fund size of $75 million, demonstrating a substantial commitment to the burgeoning Web3 sector. This capital is deployed into high-potential startups that align with their long-term vision. While specific check sizes can vary based on the stage and needs of the company, Animoca Ventures typically writes initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000. This range positions them as a significant early-stage investor capable of leading or co-leading rounds for innovative blockchain projects. Their strategic approach aims to not only provide financial backing but also to integrate these new ventures into the larger Web3 landscape.