Forge
2 known investors
Forge is a self-publishing platform for game developers that provides community feedback collection, marketing pages, player engagement tools, and analytics dashboards. The platform enables indie and early-stage game creators to gather playtester feedback, build communities, and manage player engagement before and after Steam release.
Creator EconomyGamingSaaS
Founders & leadership
Investors Β· 2
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries AMay 2025Source β
Source: company announcements and press reports β follow each round's link for the claim.
Competitors Β· 4
by search overlapSteam393 shared keywordsSteam is a digital distribution platform for purchasing, downloading, and playing PC video games, operated by Valve. It serves gamers worldwide and offers a client application with multi-language support.
Steamcommunity268 shared keywordsSteam Community is the online hub and social platform for Steam, the PC gaming distribution service operated by Valve, where players discuss games, share content, and connect with other users.
Itch129 shared keywordsitch.io is an online platform for finding, sharing, buying, and selling indie games, hosting storefronts, game jams, and creator tools like the butler upload utility. It serves independent game developers and players, with features such as configurable platform fees and creator events.
Nintendo74 shared keywordsNintendo develops video games and gaming hardware, including the Nintendo Switch console and its online subscription service, and sells games and branded merchandise through its online store. It serves consumers in the interactive entertainment market.
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In the news
Community Forge secures $135k to sustain its workforce program through 2029technical.ly Β· Jul 2026
Insights: Q2 2026's Biggest Private Funding Rounds Signal Continued Investor Confidence - Forgeforgeglobal.com Β· Jul 2026Frequently asked questions
- What does Forge do?
- Forge is a self-publishing platform for game developers that provides community feedback collection, marketing pages, player engagement tools, and analytics dashboards. The platform enables indie and early-stage game creators to gather playtester feedback, build communities, and manage player engagement before and after Steam release.
- Who founded Forge?
- Forge was founded by Kun Gao.
- Who are Forge's investors?
- Forge's investors include Adaverse, Resolute Ventures.