LVP

London Venture Partners (LVP) is a seed-stage venture capital fund that focuses exclusively on the gaming sector. Based in London, LVP invests globally, with a keen interest in North American and European markets. Since its inception in 2010, the firm has become known for its deep expertise in the games industry, backing early-stage companies across various gaming segments, including mobile, PC, and console games, as well as gaming-related technology and platforms. LVP has raised multiple funds, the most recent being an $80 million fund aimed at investing in innovative gaming startups. Their typical check sizes range from £250,000 to £2 million, with investments geared towards companies that can transform the gaming ecosystem. Some of their high-profile investments include well-known industry successes such as Supercell, Unity, Playfish, and NaturalMotion, which collectively have created over $30 billion in value. Other notable companies in their portfolio include Bossa Studios, Klang Games, and Singularity 6. What sets LVP apart is the team's background as former gaming entrepreneurs and executives. This hands-on experience allows them to provide more than just capital; they offer strategic guidance, mentorship, and operational support to help startups scale. The firm’s partners, including gaming veterans like David Gardner and David Lau-Kee, leverage their industry connections to give portfolio companies an "unfair advantage," assisting with everything from product strategy to securing follow-on funding. LVP’s investment philosophy centers on building long-term relationships with visionary founders, aiming to foster groundbreaking innovations within the global gaming landscape.