1047 Games is a global strategic remote game studio best known for its creation, Splitgate. The company was founded in 2016 by Ian Proulx and Nicholas Bagamian, who envisioned a gaming experience that combined fun and innovation. The team's dedication to reimagining the sci-fi first-person shooter genre led to the inclusion of portal guns in Splitgate, providing a unique gaming experience.
What started as a passion project in a Stanford dorm room has evolved into a VC-backed company that has raised an impressive $120MM in funding, with its latest Series A investment of $100MM announced on 14 September 2021. Notable investors in this round include VGames, Insight Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Draper Dragon, Lakestar, Human Capital, Velo Partners, Galaxy Interactive, and Draper University Ventures.
1047 Games boasts a remote team comprising top talent from renowned gaming and tech companies. Embracing a startup mentality, the company is driven by grit, ingenuity, and a desire to have fun. With a strong foundation and substantial backing, 1047 Games is well positioned for continued success in the Entertainment, Gaming, and IT industries.