Cre8tFun
Fortnite-focused game development and metaverse marketing studio.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
* | JPY35.0m | Seed | |
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Cre8tFun is a game development studio specializing in creating experiences within the Fortnite metaverse. Founded in October 2023 by CEO Soru Takahashi, the company develops and publishes its own game maps on the platform and offers comprehensive services for corporate clients. These services include planning, developing, and promoting branded metaverse spaces, leveraging the team's expertise in user engagement and viral marketing.
The studio was established by creators with a proven track record, including an influencer with a significant TikTok following, ensuring a deep understanding of the Fortnite user base. Soru Takahashi, along with director Mr. Kutsuki, were friends since their student days, bonded by their passion for Fortnite, which investors cited as a key strength of the leadership team. The company's mission is to expand the world through creativity and fun, aiming to deliver new and engaging experiences to a global audience. Cre8tFun operates on a dual business model. It generates revenue through the success of its own creative maps, which have achieved over 20 million cumulative plays and attracted more than 8.5 million unique players as of June 2025. Additionally, it operates as a B2B service provider, developing custom metaverse environments and marketing campaigns for businesses and local governments.
The company has secured seed funding from notable venture capital firms, including Skyland Ventures, SpaceData, CyberAgent Capital, and GENDA Capital, to accelerate content development, marketing efforts, and talent acquisition. Cre8tFun's games span various genres, such as horror escape, action, and party games, and they have achieved significant milestones like reaching the number one spot for concurrent players globally.
Keywords: Fortnite, UEFN, metaverse development, game studio, creative maps, branded content, influencer marketing, user-generated content, virtual worlds, Epic Games, Verse, game development, metaverse marketing, B2B services, corporate promotion, player engagement, venture capital, seed funding, digital experiences, online gaming