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Narwhal Accelerator

Your gaming industry accelerator for getting investments and growth

PC\Console\Mobile and GameTech startups

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about us

Our global team of industry professionals and entrepreneurs has successfully invested, developed, and published over 60 projects worldwide within the gaming industry.

Team
Dmitrii Filatov
Dmitrii Filatov
CEO & Founder
Paphos, Cyprus
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Grigory Bortnik
Grigory Bortnik
Investment Director & Founder
Paphos, Cyprus
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Vitaly Abramov
Vitaly Abramov
Executive producer
Belgrade, Serbia
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Ilya Karpinskiy
Ilya Karpinskiy
Adviser
Paphos, Cyprus
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Ilya Eremeev
Ilya Eremeev
Adviser
New York, USA
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Igor Gayvoronsky
Igor Gayvoronsky
Adviser
Paphos, Cyprus
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Partners
OwlCat Games

Developer and Publisher of Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader and Pathfinder series

The Games Fund

Early-stage gaming VC with 50m+ fund

Invest Game

An industry-standard media outlet that specializes in investment analytics

Ducky

Fastest mobile games publisher

AppMagic

Platform for mobile apps market analysis that offers a large selection of tools for complex problems solutions

EDVICE

Knowledge sharing platform for the gaming industry

aws activate

Amazon's startup support program offering free resources.

portfolio

Providing the launchpad for emerging gaming businesses

1M Bits Horde

Type: Game Developer
Platforms: PC/Console
Founded: 2020
Location: USA/Brazil
Size: 13+ employees
Results with Narwhal team:
Product reviews/feedback
Supported preparation of investment materials
Tax and Finance Support
Assisted in setting up cross-country organization structure
1M Bits Horde
what we do

Our mission is to partner and guide you through the initial steps toward success

As the market matures and investors adopt a conservative stance, our role is to assist developers in bridging the gap and securing the next round of investments.

Investment ecosystem of the gaming business
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Direct investments
$300k
Investments with subsequent conversion into company shares
Proactive assistance in attracting investments in the next rounds
A single check, no bureaucracy, and minimal oversight
Services
up to $100k
Product and Production Review, Business Review, Incorporation and Legal Support, HR and Hiring, Industry Networking and Business Development
services

Services provided by Narwhal and our partners

Tailored assistance to attract Investors and Partners

$300k Investments
$300k Investments

A single check, no bureaucracy, and minimal oversight.

Product and Production Review
Product and Production Review

Systematic review with a list of practical recommendations from domain experts (gameplay, art, narrative, balance, UX/UI, production, management, etc.)

Business Review
Business Review

Together, we'll make your presentation more appealing. We'll refine forecasts and enhance your business model. Share insights and market trends. Provide access to in-depth analytics and data, including competitors and similar projects.

Incorporation and Legal Support
Incorporation and Legal Support

Assistance with setting up a legal entity (USA, Cyprus, Serbia, UAE, and others) and opening a bank account. Help with drafting and reviewing agreements with investors and publishers.

HR and Hiring
HR and Hiring

Assistance in recruiting key employees, creating an effective and motivating work culture.

Industry Networking and Business Development
Industry Networking and Business Development

We’ll expand your connections in the industry. This opens opportunities to present your project to publishers, investors, platforms, and owners of well-known IPs. Participation in exclusive events, conferences, and demo days. Support and consultation during negotiations and deal-making.

Focus

Type of projects we seek

Our main approach — investing in people first and foremost

  • PC\Console\Mobile
  • Free-to-play, buy-to-play, GaaS
  • GameTech startups
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Acceleration

For emerging game industry businesses

Formed core team
Product prototype or materials that can provide insight into the product
Pre-seed and Seed stages
Business Boost

For the growth of your current business

Released product or portfolio
A core team has been formed
The founders own a controlling stake

Frequently Asked Questions

We are delighted to address any inquiries you may have. Feel free to ask your questions, and we'll be happy to provide detailed and helpful answers.

In a few words, how can the Accelerator help our company?

We provide direct investments up to $300k. We will help you find a publisher and/or investor. We offer assistance with legal issues, help with hiring key team members, and share development experience and expert recommendations for product improvement. We assist with networking, analytics, and market insights.

What does the Accelerator expect from my company in return?

A small stake of your company shares.

Will we retain control over development and business decisions?

Yes, you will have full control. We are always ready to provide guidance and share our experience and knowledge, but all decisions are made by you.

What is the duration of the Accelerator?

We allocate 2-4 months to prepare everything necessary for communication with publishers and investors. During these 2-4 months, we will help you prepare for pitch sessions and gather all the necessary materials. It's important to note that 3-4 months is usually enough time to improve the current version of the product. Several more months will be spent on finding a partner and negotiating deal terms.

Ready to boost your business?

We respond within 2 weeks

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