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Blockchain-based play-to-earn NFT game for crypto-gaming and NFT players to own, care for, and train digital monsters in a metaverse.
Kryptomon is a Singapore-based blockchain-based play-to-earn NFT game where players act as trainers, owning, caring for, and training unique digital monster NFTs within a metaverse setting. The company secured $10 million in Series A funding, achieving a $50 million valuation. Within five months of its launch, Kryptomon recorded $13 million in NFT transactions and attracted over 450,000 community members. Its Series A round was led by NFX, with participation from investors including PLAYSTUDIOS, Griffin Gaming Partners, Tal Ventures, and former Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit. The platform generates revenue through NFT transactions and in-game economy mechanisms, combining mechanics from popular games like Pokémon and Tamagotchi with blockchain technology. Kryptomon was founded in April 2021 by Umberto Canessa. The firm focuses on crypto-gaming and NFT markets, target audience includes blockchain game players and NFT collectors.
Kryptomon has raised $10.0M across 1 funding round.
Kryptomon has raised $10.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Kryptomon has raised $10.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $10.0M Series A in June 2022.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2022 | $10M Series A | Gigi Levy Weiss | Vikram Pandit, Griffin Gaming Partners, Playstudios, TAL Ventures | Announced |
Kryptomon is a fully-remote technology company founded in 2021 that develops a blockchain-based gaming platform blending elements of Pokémon, Tamagotchi, and CryptoKitties. It creates collectible digital creatures called Kryptomons, each with unique DNA and elemental abilities, represented as living NFTs (non-fungible tokens). The platform serves gamers and NFT collectors by offering a play-to-earn (P2E) experience where users can breed, train, battle, and trade Kryptomons, thereby solving the problem of combining nostalgic gaming with blockchain ownership and monetization. Kryptomon has gained momentum through its innovative metaverse game mechanics, community-driven playtests, and partnerships within the Web3 ecosystem[1][2][3][4][5].
Kryptomon was founded in 2021 by a group of multidisciplinary friends united by their passion for videogames. The idea emerged from combining classic gaming experiences with blockchain technology to create a new kind of digital collectible and interactive game. Early traction came from successfully launching the living NFT concept and integrating play-and-earn mechanics, which attracted a growing community of players and investors interested in the emerging Web3 gaming space[1][2].
Kryptomon rides the wave of Web3, blockchain gaming, and NFT adoption, capitalizing on the growing demand for digital ownership and play-to-earn models. The timing is favorable as blockchain infrastructure matures and gamers seek more immersive, rewarding experiences that blend gaming with real-world value. Kryptomon influences the broader ecosystem by pushing the boundaries of living NFTs and demonstrating how traditional gaming concepts can be reimagined with decentralized technology, thus contributing to the evolution of metaverse and GameFi sectors[3][5][7].
Looking ahead, Kryptomon is poised to expand its universe with new features, deeper gameplay, and broader community involvement. Trends such as increasing mainstream adoption of NFTs, advances in blockchain scalability, and growing interest in metaverse experiences will shape its trajectory. Kryptomon’s influence may evolve from a niche Web3 game to a leading platform that bridges nostalgic gaming with next-generation digital economies, potentially setting standards for living NFT games and play-to-earn ecosystems[4][5][7].
Kryptomon has raised $10.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Kryptomon's investors include Gigi Levy Weiss, Vikram Pandit, Griffin Gaming Partners, Playstudios, Tal Ventures.