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PocketWorlds
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Create, share, monetize creator-built virtual worlds
PocketWorlds
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Create, share, monetize creator-built virtual worlds
Overview
Pocket Worlds builds a platform for immersive digital experiences where users can create, share, and monetize virtual worlds. Its flagship product, Highrise, is a virtual universe that people explore and interact with inside creator-built environments. The platform works by letting digital creators design items, experiences, and entire worlds, which other users can purchase or interact with through in-app transactions. Creators earn revenue from what they sell, while Pocket Worlds takes a percentage of transactions and also offers premium features for customization. The company differentiates itself through a strong, community-driven culture that emphasizes ownership, curiosity, and initiative, making it easy for beginners to build engaging experiences without advanced technical skills. Its goal is to grow a large, active ecosystem where creators can express themselves, connect with others, and earn money by contributing virtual content and worlds.
About PocketWorlds
Industries
VR & AR
Consumer Software
Entertainment
Gaming
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$10.1M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2015
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- NFT community partnerships like Capsule House unlock Web3 revenue streams through branded experiences.
- AI-powered content creation tools accelerate world-building velocity, attracting non-technical creators.
- Gen Z engagement through cultural accessories positions Pocket Worlds for entertainment brand partnerships.
What critics are saying
- Roblox's 80M daily users vastly outpace Highrise's 680K weekly users, fragmenting creator base.
- EU DSA regulations eliminate in-app purchases for minors, eliminating 50%+ of revenue.
- Meta Quest integration and Apple Vision Pro lock users into proprietary spatial computing ecosystems.
What makes PocketWorlds unique
- Infinite Canvas acquisition enables AI-assisted world-building, lowering creator entry barriers significantly.
- 680K weekly users with 90-minute sessions demonstrate sustainable creator economy at scale.
- Pop culture integration strategy drives viral UGC cycles with trend-responsive digital assets.
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Funding
Total Funding
$10.1M
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
3 Rounds
BoxGroup
Bessemer Venture Partners
Y CombinatorBenefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget
Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 0%Are you looking to showcase your brand in front of the gaming industry’s top leaders? Learn more about GamesBeat Summit sponsorship opportunities here. Pocket Worlds has launched Highrise Studio and Highrise 4.0 to empower creators to easily build and monetize virtual experiences.With Over 40 million users already, Highrise enables players to create their own shared immersive virtual worlds and games. Austin, Texas-based Pocket Worlds said the latest updates continue Highrise’s commitment to empower creators to unleash their creativity while earning an income from their creations.Boasting 680,000 weekly users who spend an average of 90 minutes in-game, Highrise has become a hub for user-generated content (UGC) that’s not only engaging but also in lockstep with pop culture trends, by featuring accessories like a Baddie Red Carpet jacket and Stan-cups
Today, Pocket Worlds LTD is excited to announce its partnership with Capsule House, a leading NFT project that will be among the first to establish their own Highrise Tower and metaverse experience for their community: the Capsule House Highrise.
Pocket Worlds has raised $7 million to expand its High Rise mobile massively multiplayer online social game.
Social sandbox MMO gaming company, Pocket Worlds, has secured $7M USD in a Series A funding round.
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About PocketWorlds
Industries
VR & AR
Consumer Software
Entertainment
Gaming
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$10.1M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2015
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