AstroBeam has raised $3 million in funding to make multiplayer experiences on virtual reality platforms. The seed investment round was led by a group of notable investors, including The Venture Reality Fund, Anorak Ventures, Boost VC, TIRTA Ventures, and Oculus cofounder Nate Mitchell. AstroBeam’s mission is to redefine VR multiplayer, making…Read More
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