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NCSoft invests in Emptyvessel, a leading FPS studio, to enhance their upcoming game Defect. This strategic equity investment aims to foster a long-term partnership to support developer creativity.

PRIVATEMay 02, 2025

Round Type

Venture

AustinGaming

Investors

Ncsoft

Description

NCSoft completed a strategic equity investment in Emptyvessel, a Texas-based FPS studio. The partnership will support the development of their game, Defect, while allowing for future collaboration plans. NCSoft's investment aims to promote a better environment for Emptyvessel's developers. The investment was made earlier this week through NC West, NCSoft’s North American subsidiary.

Who else raised in Gaming around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as EmptyVessel that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • Studio555 raised $4.6M (Seed) on June 16, 2025.
  • Bigger Games raised $25M (Series A) on June 16, 2025.
  • House of Doge raised $10M on June 15, 2025.
  • Anzu raised an undisclosed amount on June 12, 2025.
  • Nice Plans Studio raised $3M (Seed) on June 12, 2025.
  • MetaShot raised $234K (Pre-Seed) on June 11, 2025.

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Company Information

Company

EmptyVessel

Location

Austin, Texas, United States

About

emptyvessel is a game development studio founded by industry veterans with deep roots in the immersive shooter genre, driven by the belief that creative independence leads to greatness. Built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation, the studio empowers talent across all disciplines to push boundaries and shape compelling, meaningful experiences. With a team-oriented approach and a commitment to community involvement, emptyvessel is more than a company—it’s a creative vessel being filled by the passion of its developers and the voices of the gaming community.

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