# Mandrill VR

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/mandrill-vr

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Wuhan, China
- Website: www.mandrillvr.com
- Latest round: Angel (Nov 22, 2016)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Mandrill VR develops engaging premium casual games, delivering interactive experiences to players globally. Their flagship title, Javelin Arena, highlights their innovative approach to mobile gaming.Mandrill VR is a game development company founded in 2015, based in Wuhan, China. The company has completed a total of 2 deals, with the most recent funding round occurring on May 12, 2017. The company has not undergone any significant pivots or changes in its operations since inception. The firm was founded by a group of individuals whose specific histories are not detailed. No information is available regarding parent or subsidiary companies.Mandrill VR specializes in creating premium casual games that focus on delivering enjoyable and interactive experiences. Their flagship product, Javelin Arena, is a real-time player-versus-player shooting game with over 10 million downloads globally. Other titles include Ancient Battle, which emphasizes strategic gameplay, and Tankr.io, where players enhance tanks for battles. The company primarily targets casual gamers in China and Taiwan, with plans to expand globally across various app platforms.Mandrill VR generates revenue through direct sales of its gaming applications and monetization features within the games. Their business model includes individual game purchases and in-game purchases, appealing to a wide audience of casual gamers. With the popularity of Javelin Arena, a significant portion of revenue is expected to come from in-app purchases and upgrades, supported by similar models for their other titles, Ancient Battle and Tankr.io.Mandrill VR plans to leverage its recent Series A funding raised in May 2017 from Wuhan Optics Valley Elite Investment Management and Xiaomi Group to support the development of new gaming products and expand into new markets. While specific upcoming titles and release dates are not mentioned, the company is focused on targeting broader international markets in addition to its established presence in China and Taiwan.

## Funding rounds

- Angel, Nov 22, 2016 — Beijing Zhonghai Jinyue Investment Management

## Investors

- Beijing Zhonghai Jinyue Investment Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/beijing-zhonghai-jinyue-investment-management) — Angel