PocketWorlds

Platform for creating and monetizing virtual worlds

San Francisco, California, United States

About PocketWorlds

PocketWorlds offers a platform called Highrise, where users can create, share, and monetize their own virtual worlds. The platform is user-friendly, allowing digital creators and gamers to build engaging experiences without advanced technical skills. Unlike its competitors, PocketWorlds emphasizes a community-driven environment that encourages creativity and connection among users. The company's goal is to transform how people interact and express themselves in the digital space.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$9.7MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
VR & AR, Consumer Software, GamingIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget

Risks

NFT integration may alienate users skeptical of blockchain technology.
Rapid expansion could strain resources, leading to operational inefficiencies.
Reliance on pop culture trends risks short-lived user interest.

Differentiation

Pocket Worlds empowers creators with Highrise Studio for easy virtual experience creation.
Highrise features user-friendly tools, enabling non-technical users to create immersive worlds.
Pocket Worlds fosters a community-driven environment, emphasizing creativity and connection.

Upsides

Highrise has over 40 million users, indicating strong market presence and engagement.
Recent $7 million funding supports expansion of Highrise mobile MMO capabilities.
Growing interest in virtual fashion expands in-app purchase opportunities in Highrise.