Spekter Games, a U.S.-based gaming startup, has secured $5 million in a pre-seed funding round to bring Web3-integrated mobile games to mainstream audiences. The round included leading global investors such as a16z Speedrun, London Venture Partners, BRV Capital, and several others, along with Saudi Arabia venture capital firm Impact46, marking another bold step into global gaming by MENA investors.
Merging Web2 Fun with Web3 Utility
The studio’s first title, Spekter Agency, is already live on Telegram, delivering a rogue-lite arcade-style experience that combines classic gameplay with passive blockchain rewards. Unlike many Web3 games that can feel complicated or overly technical, Spekter Games is taking a different path.
- ✅ Classic gameplay that appeals to everyday gamers
- ✅ Web3 rewards integrated quietly in the background
- ✅ No need for crypto knowledge to play or enjoy the game
- ✅ Built for platforms like Telegram and soon, mobile app stores
The idea is simple, make great games first, and let blockchain serve as an invisible layer that enhances retention and rewards, without affecting user experience.
“Web3 incentives can supercharge retention and virality, but they should never get in the way of the fun,” says Taehoon Kim, CEO and founder of Spekter Games. “We’re proving that you can merge Web2 and Web3 in a way that doesn’t compromise gameplay.”
A Strong Investor Lineup
The $5M pre-seed round was led by:
- a16z Speedrun
- London Venture Partners
- BRV Capital
- Chamaeleon
- Accelerator Ventures
- Versus Ventures
- Alumni Ventures
- Impact46 (Saudi Arabia)
This diverse group of backers highlights the cross-border potential of Web3 gaming and reflects growing interest from both Silicon Valley and the MENA region in gaming and blockchain convergence.
What’s Next for Spekter?
The funding will help scale Spekter Agency beyond Telegram. Plans include expansion to:
- ✅ Other chat-based super apps
- ✅ Mobile platforms like the App Store and Google Play
- ✅ Development of a second game, focused again on mainstream-friendly Web3 design
The startup’s long-term goal is to make blockchain rewards a natural part of everyday gaming, invisible, rewarding, and frictionless.
Why This Matters
The gaming industry is undergoing a massive shift. Web3 integration is no longer about crypto-heavy, niche games. With players like Spekter Games, the focus is shifting toward mass adoption through fun-first design.
Meanwhile, Impact46’s participation shows how Saudi Arabia is strengthening its position in the global tech and gaming space, not just as a market but as a serious investor.