Gaming Startups

NEIGHBOR is a Japanese startup that produces game content on UGC platforms such as Roblox and Fortnite, handling projects from concept through development, including brand collaborations and IP-based events. It is also building DreamCore, an AI-powered tool that lets anyone create playable games from text input on a smartphone.

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Neo produces and organizes esports and gaming events, including the European edition of the EVO fighting game championship (EVO France) and the League of Legends EMEA Masters tournament. The company operates in the esports and gaming media industry, running competitions, shows, and content for players and fans.

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Neon Giant is a video game development studio that creates entertainment titles, assembling experienced AAA game creators to produce innovative gaming experiences.

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Neon provides direct-to-consumer commerce infrastructure for game publishers, including webshops, payment processing, and merchant of record services to enable games to sell directly to players at scale.

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Neon Aurelius is a game development studio creating entertainment titles, currently building its first game, Sparrow Warfare, distributed via Steam. It operates in the video game / interactive entertainment industry.

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A gaming company that develops and operates online casual and iGaming titles including slots, fishing, and card games, and licenses local-network game systems. It also handles mobile game agency/publishing and maintains an overseas R&D center.

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Netch (ネッチ) is an online crane game (claw machine) service where users play to win prizes that are shipped to them in Japan, available via web, Android, and iOS. The service uses in-app points (NP) and has introduced NFT prizes from Japanese collections.

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NetDragon Websoft Holdings is a developer, publisher, and operator of online games and digital education products, offering titles such as Eudemons Online and Conquer Online alongside K-12 and lifelong-learning tools like 101 Smart Classroom, Edmodo, and Promethean interactive displays. Serving users across more than 190 countries, the publicly listed company (HKSE: 00777) operates in the online gaming and education technology sectors.

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Neverest was a gaming/esports project with competitive teams and a player-development community across titles including CS, Free Fire, and Valorant. The page is a farewell announcement stating the project has officially shut down.

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Nevermet is a VR dating and matchmaking app where users match and connect through metaverse avatars instead of photos, then meet up in virtual reality spaces. It serves people seeking avatar-based, appearance-agnostic dating in the metaverse, with over 100,000 users reported.

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Nevigo develops articy:draft X, a visual narrative design and content management tool for writing, planning, and managing interactive stories, dialogue, quests, and game data. It serves game developers from indie teams to large AAA studios, with integrations for Unity and Unreal, version control, and localization.

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Newcope was a company focused on virtual goods commerce.

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Newegg is a global online retailer of PC hardware, consumer electronics, gaming peripherals, and home appliances, serving both individual builders and businesses through a catalog of millions of components. The company also provides B2B e-commerce solutions including marketing and supply chain services for IT teams, procurement, and resellers.

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Sultan is an online casino platform offering over 5,000 certified slots, table games, and live-dealer games from providers such as NetEnt, Quickspin, and Play'n GO. Operated under a Curacao license, it targets players in Kazakhstan, supports KZT and other currencies, and provides mobile apps for Android and iOS.

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Next Games is a Netflix-owned game studio that develops games based on original ideas and Netflix intellectual property. Its games are distributed through the Netflix platform across mobile, web, and TV for a global audience, drawing on Finnish game development experience.

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NextBite is a gaming news and information platform that aggregates game reviews, guides, and news across all major platforms for Thai gamers. The site publishes fact-checked content from expert writers and covers PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile gaming.

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Vavada is an online casino and sportsbook operating under a Curaçao license since 2017, offering over 5,000 slot titles, live dealer games, crash games, and sports and esports betting. It supports multiple currencies and cryptocurrency payments and serves players across many countries with a 20-language interface.

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Next Level Collaboration develops digital games-based learning programs to support neurodivergent students and promote inclusive education. The company serves educators and schools seeking to enhance social learning and belonging for neurodivergent learners.

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nft42 builds on-chain NFT products on Ethereum, including Avastars (generative vector-art digital collectibles with unique trait combinations) and nameless, a Web3 product suite offering cloud-based private testing environments with Ethereum, IPFS, and Arweave integrations for building and testing dapps and NFT projects. It targets NFT creators, collectors, and Web3 development teams building metaverse infrastructure.

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NGD Systems is a website offering free demo access to over 8,000 online slot games from providers such as NetEnt, Pragmatic Play, Play'n GO, and Microgaming, with no downloads or registration. It also publishes reviews and rankings of real-money online casinos, including bonuses, payment options, and game variety.

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Night Zookeeper offers an online program that teaches children reading and writing skills—including spelling, punctuation, grammar, and vocabulary—through a game-based story world where kids invent characters and complete adventures. It also provides a companion book series and teaching resources for primary-age children and their educators.

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Ninja is a gaming and esports agency that provides creative strategy, broadcast production, influencer and event management, and content creation for brands and publishers. Founded in 2013, it serves the gaming and esports industry across Turkey and the MENA region.

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Nintendo is a video game and entertainment company that develops and distributes gaming consoles, handheld systems, and games featuring iconic characters and franchises. The company serves consumers globally through a variety of gaming hardware platforms and entertainment media.

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Nirvanana is a game development company that builds games aimed at gamers worldwide. It operates in the gaming industry.

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