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Playmaker

DefunctYC W21

Copenhagen, DK · Founded 2019 · 5 employees · 9 known investors

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Playmaker operates a community platform for fantasy sports enthusiasts, offering a centralized social hub where players can build their identity, connect with peers, and enhance their engagement while watching live sports.

Also known as Playmaker Games, Inc.

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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W21)

Playmaker was founded in 2019 by Neil Murray and Helder Almeida.

NMNeil Murray
Neil MurrayCo-Founder and CEO2019–2022He is also a founding partner at The Nordic Web Ventures, an angel investment fund.
HAHelder Almeida
Helder AlmeidaCo-Founder and Chief Product Officer2019–2022Helder Almeida is a designer originally from Portugal who is based in Denmark.
PS
Paulo SoaresTech Lead

Investors · 9

305 VenturesreportedMiami

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AntlerreportedSingapore · $125K

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Futuristic.VCreportedCopenhagen

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Incisive VenturesreportedSeattle · $250K – $500K

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Kearny JacksonreportedSan Francisco · $200K – $2M

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Max VenturesreportedNew York · $1M – $1.5M

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Tiny Supercomputer Investment CompanyreportedBerlin · $200K – $250K

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Tomorrow Today ASreportedOslo

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Playmaker Games, Inc.

In the news

Playmaker Software Funding | $56.9M Revenue | Complete Analysis | Extruct AIextruct.ai · Nov 2022

Frequently asked questions

What does Playmaker do?
Playmaker operates a community platform for fantasy sports enthusiasts, offering a centralized social hub where players can build their identity, connect with peers, and enhance their engagement while watching live sports.
Who founded Playmaker?
Playmaker was founded by Neil Murray, Helder Almeida in 2019.
Who are Playmaker's investors?
Playmaker's investors include Y Combinator, 305 Ventures, Antler, Futuristic.VC, Incisive Ventures, Kearny Jackson, Max Ventures, Tiny Supercomputer Investment Company and 1 more.
Where is Playmaker headquartered?
Playmaker is headquartered in Copenhagen, DK.