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Anorak Raises $5M Pre-seed

Anorak raises $5M in pre-seed funding led by Play Ventures and Backed VC to build an AI-powered interactive gaming platform for community-led content.

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by Ben Murray
Anorak Raises $5M Pre-seed

Anorak Raises $5M Pre-seed

Anorak, a London and Chengdu based entertainment technology company developing AI-powered interactive gaming experiences, has secured $5 million in pre-seed funding. The company aims to empower communities to create their own playable content through proprietary generative video technology.

Investors

The funding round was co-led by Play Ventures and Backed VC, with additional participation from Supercell and MTG.

Anorak Use of Funds

Anorak intends to use the capital to expand its engineering teams in London and Chengdu, release its first suite of playable formats, and launch its creator platform in early 2027.

About Anorak

Founded by former Hutch executives, Anorak is an entertainment technology company focused on making pursuits playable. The company is building an interactive generative video platform that enables real-time user interaction with AI-generated content, allowing niche communities to build and share experiences tailored to their specific interests.

Funding Details

Company Website: https://anorak.tech

Company: Anorak
Raised: $5M
Round: Pre-seed
Funding Date: November 2026
Lead Investor: Play Ventures, Backed VC
Additional Investors: Supercell, MTG
Software Category: Gaming
Source: https://tech.eu/2026/11/11/anorak-secures-5m-to-let-anyone-create-their-own-ai-powered-games/

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