# Telltale, Incorporated

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: West Hollywood, US
- Website: www.telltalegames.com
- Total disclosed funding: $20M
- Latest round: Series A (Feb 16, 2023)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Telltale, Incorporated is a U.S. company focused on creating narrative-driven video games that prioritize storytelling and player choices, enhancing the gaming experience for its audience.Telltale, Incorporated, founded in 2004 in West Hollywood, US, develops interactive narrative games. The company launched its Series A funding round in February 2023, raising USD 8.00 mn led by Hiro Capital, with contributions from Skybound, LLC. Telltale has completed five deals to date, with a current valuation of USD 23.32 mn. Brian Waddle is the founder, while Jamie O serves as the CEO.Telltale Games specializes in narrative-driven video games that emphasize storytelling and decision-making, catering primarily to gamers seeking immersive experiences. Their core offerings include popular titles such as 'Batman: Shadows Edition', 'The Wolf Among Us', and 'Tales of Monkey Island', each designed to engage players through interactive plots where choices influence outcomes. The games are typically released across multiple platforms, including PC, consoles, and mobile devices, enhancing accessibility for a broad audience. The company targets a diverse clientele, including casual gamers and enthusiasts of story-rich games, with a particular focus on markets in North America, Europe, and Asia, where demand for narrative-based gaming experiences is strong. By blending art, dialogue, and gameplay mechanics, Telltale Games aims to address the need for engaging storytelling in the gaming industry.Telltale Games generates revenue primarily through direct-to-consumer sales of its game titles, available on various digital distribution platforms, including their website and third-party services. Customers typically purchase games as standalone products or as part of bundles that may include additional content or expansions. The company employs marketing strategies that leverage subscriber lists to promote new releases and updates, effectively engaging its community. Revenue transactions are structured around individual game sales, with potential for future income through downloadable content and merchandise related to their flagship titles. By focusing on strong brand recognition and community engagement, Telltale Games seeks to foster a loyal customer base that contributes to its overall financial performance.In February 2023, Telltale, Incorporated raised USD 8.00 mn in Series A funding, with plans to utilize this funding to support the market launch of its upcoming games. Telltale aims to expand its reach into new markets in North America, Europe, and Asia by increasing marketing efforts and enhancing its product offerings, although specific release dates for new titles have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Feb 16, 2023, $8M — Hiro Capital, Skybound, LLC
- Series C, Jun 7, 2011, $7M — Granite Ventures, Ridge Ventures
- Series B, Jun 12, 2007, $5.4M — Granite Ventures, Ridge Ventures

## Investors

- Granite Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/granite-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Ridge Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/ridge-ventures) — Series B, Series C
- Hiro Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hiro-capital) — Series A
- Skybound, LLC — Series A