# SpaceEngine

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/spaceengine

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
- Website: https://spaceengine.io
- Total disclosed funding: $0.9M
- Latest round: Seed (Feb 3, 2020)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Based in Tokyo, Japan, Space Engine Co., Ltd. specializes in advanced software solutions for space simulation and visualization, catering to educational institutions, researchers, and enthusiasts exploring the universe.Space Engine Co., Ltd., founded in 2018 in Tokyo, Japan, is focused on developing software solutions for space exploration. The company has secured a total of 2 deals, with its most recent funding round occurring on July 21, 2021. This round raised JPY 175.004 million, led by Susquehanna International Group along with investors such as ANOBAKA, Coral Capital, G-Startup, Light Street Capital Management, Plug and Play Japan, and STRIVE. The company is currently valued at JPY 1,144.548 million. The CEO is Kanji Noguchi.SpaceEngine offers advanced software solutions for space simulation and visualization, primarily aimed at educational institutions, researchers, and space enthusiasts. Their flagship product, the SpaceEngine application, allows users to explore a vast virtual universe, featuring detailed representations of astronomical objects, including stars, galaxies, and planetary systems. The software is designed to enhance educational experiences and facilitate research in astrophysics and planetary science. SpaceEngine is actively utilized in classrooms, research projects, and by amateur astronomers, providing an immersive platform for understanding the cosmos. Geographically, the company serves a global market, with significant user engagement in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, reflecting the universal appeal of space exploration and education.The revenue model of SpaceEngine is primarily based on direct-to-consumer sales through software licenses, with additional revenue potentially generated from partnerships with educational institutions and research organizations. Customers typically purchase a license for the SpaceEngine application, which may include options for both individual users and institutional licenses tailored to educational settings. The pricing structure is designed to cater to a diverse clientele, ranging from casual users to professional researchers, ensuring accessibility while supporting advanced functionalities. The company’s approach emphasizes fostering a community around space exploration, bolstering engagement through continued updates and enhancements to its core offerings.In July 2021, Space Engine raised JPY 175 million of pre-Series A funding, which will be utilized to recruit engineers to strengthen technology and enhance marketing efforts to increase service awareness. The company aims to gain insights from investors experienced in international markets. Future growth initiatives include designing new products to expand their software offerings and enhancing outreach in additional geographic markets.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Feb 3, 2020, $0.9M — ANOBAKA, Coral Capital, Plug and Play Japan

## Investors

- ANOBAKA (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/anobaka) — Seed
- Coral Capital — Seed
- Plug and Play Japan — Seed