GEM Capital

GEM Capital

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

We are helping creative entrepreneurs bring their bold new ideas to life!

About us

GEM Capital is one of the top gaming VC investors. GEM was established in 2017 and operates in private equity and venture capital markets. Today there are more than 25 projects with origins in Europe, the US and Israel in GEM Capital’s portfolio. GEM Capital's offices are located in Paphos (Cyprus) and Dubai (UAE). We focus on the following investment areas: Games & Entertainment and Enterprise Venture. We also consider outstanding targets in other industries. We are always in search of promising creative business founders. Utilizing extensive networks in Europe, Israel and the US, GEM Capital manages to find and support the most promising projects in its targeted industries. GEM Capital highly values companies and startups with international ambitions and scalable business models. GEM Capital is proud member of the TechIsland which is the largest non-profit IT Association in Cyprus established in 2021 with the mission of turning Cyprus into a world-class destination for world-class talent. GEM Capital was named Best Investor of 2021 by App2top (the leading business media in Eastern Europe). Based on rating of Mobidictum, 7 out of 10 top games startups emerging from Cyprus are portfolio companies of GEM Capital. Based on rating of Inc., 3 out of 7 most promising gametech companies from Eastern Europe are portfolio companies of GEM Capital. In most recent InvestGame H1 2023 Gaming Deals Activity Report GEM Capital was included in the list of top-10 gaming VC funds in the world (#5 by number of deals and #8 by deals value).

Website
https://gem.capital/
Industry
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Paphos
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2017
Specialties
Games, Mobile Games, and PC & Console Games

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Employees at GEM Capital

Updates

  • 🌟 Nikoderiko Named One of the Best 3D Platformers for PS5! 🌟 🎉 We’re beyond excited to see Nikoderiko: The Magical World by our portfolio studio, VEA Games, featured on Game Rant ’s “Best 3D Platformers for PS5” list! 🎮 🏆 The list includes some truly iconic titles like Astrobot, Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, Sackboy: A Big Adventure, Psychonauts 2. To see Nikoderiko stand shoulder to shoulder with these incredible games is a massive achievement and a testament to the love, creativity, and hard work VEA Games poured into it. ✨ With breathtaking worlds, unforgettable characters, and joyful gameplay, Nikoderiko keeps proving why it’s such a standout title. We couldn’t be prouder of the team behind it! 🎮 If you haven’t played Nikoderiko yet, now’s the perfect time to dive into one of the most magical adventures on PS5. 🙌 Here’s to VEA Games for this amazing accomplishment, and to all the developers creating worlds we love to get lost in! #Nikoderiko #VEAGames #GEMCapital #PS5 #GamingMagic #3DPlatformers

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    Managing Director I GEM Capital I Games VC 🎮

    🇦🇪 And that's a wrap on our last business trip of the year! It's been a great one! Roman and I are headed back to Cyprus. Huge thanks to Dubai and Abu Dhabi for being so welcoming, and to all our UAE colleagues for being awesome! 🐪 And a big shoutout to WN Events for an incredible experience - our first gaming conference in the desert! :) #UAE #games #Dubai #AbuDhabi

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  • 🎮 Dive Into Adventure: Atomic Heart’s Enchantment Under the Sea DLC Launches January 28th! 📅 We’re thrilled to share that our portfolio studio, Mundfish, has announced the release date for the next DLC for Atomic Heart! Titled Enchantment Under the Sea, this highly anticipated expansion will be available on January 28th. 🔥 To celebrate the announcement, the studio has dropped an exciting new gameplay trailer showcasing what players can expect — more stunning visuals, more weapons and enemies, new characters, intense action, and a deeper dive into the Atomic Heart universe. 👏 Congratulations to the Mundfish team for continuing to expand this incredible franchise, keeping fans captivated with new content. Mark your calendars, and get ready to explore the depths! Check out the gameplay trailer! #AtomicHeart #Mundfish #GEMCapital #DLC #Gaming

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  • 🇧🇷 REPLACED is Taking Over CCXP24! This year’s Comic Con Experience 2024 is happening in São Paulo from December 5th to 8th, and we’re thrilled to share that REPLACED by our portfolio company Sad Cat Studios is front and center in the official Xbox zone! 🌟 If you’re at CCXP, don’t miss this chance to be among the first to play one of the most anticipated games in the world. A retro-futuristic world, jaw-dropping visuals, and an unforgettable story — REPLACED is ready to blow you away! 🎉 Huge congratulations to Sad Cat Studios for bringing this incredible game to one of the world’s biggest stages. #REPLACED #SadCatStudios #CCXP24 #Xbox #GEMCapital #GameDev

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  • 🏆 Nikoderiko: The Magical World Makes Kotaku’s 20 Spectacular Indie Games List! 🎄 With the holiday season just around the corner, Kotaku has unveiled its list of 20 Spectacular Indie Games To Slam On Your Wishlist. We’re thrilled to see Nikoderiko: The Magical World not only make the list but also secure a spot on the cover image! 🥳 Huge congratulations to our portfolio company VEA Games on this incredible achievement! It’s a well-deserved recognition, with the game boasting an impressive 80 Metascore. ✨ And here’s the best part: Nikoderiko: The Magical World launches on PC tomorrow! #Nikoderiko #VEAGames #IndieGames #GEMCapital #Kotaku

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  • 💡 10 Lessons Learned from Developing Nikoderiko — A Must-Read for Game Developers!  📖 We’re proud to share an insightful article from our portfolio company, VEA Games, published on Game Developer. In the article, Dmitry Smirnov, CEO and founder of the studio, reflects on the team's journey in creating Nikoderiko: The Magical World and shares 10 valuable lessons to help other developers navigate the complex process of bringing a game to life.  ✏️ From production tips to creative problem-solving, this piece is packed with practical advice for teams at any stage of development. Whether you’re a seasoned studio or just starting out, these lessons are sure to inspire and guide you.  👏 Kudos to the VEA Games team for contributing their experience to the developer community!  ⬇️ Check out the full article — link in the comments below! #GameDevelopment #Nikoderiko #VEAGames #LessonsLearned #GEMCapital #GameDevTips

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