Bitmagic, a Helsinki-based company, has secured $4 million in funding to advance its generative AI platform, which allows users to create 3D multiplayer games from simple text prompts. This groundbreaking technology aims to democratize game development, making it accessible to anyone regardless of technical skill. The funding round was led by Korea Investment Partners and included notable investors like Supercell and Sisu Game Ventures. Bitmagic’s platform is now available for public testing on Steam Playtest, inviting gamers and developers to explore its capabilities. Esteemed industry figures, including Zak Phelps and Maarten De Koning, are joining Bitmagic in advisory roles to further its mission. CEO Jani Penttinen emphasized the transformative potential of their AI-driven approach, aiming to inspire a diverse community of creators. Bitmagic ensures that games created on their platform remain within their cloud-based system to manage IP rights effectively. The company believes this approach will eventually encourage IP owners to allow fan-generated content, opening new revenue streams. With a strong team of industry veterans, Bitmagic is poised to redefine the future of game development.

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