Fnatic has secured a $17 million investment from Marubeni Corporation to enhance its presence in Japan’s burgeoning esports market.
Target Information
Fnatic is a prominent high-performance esports brand established in 2004, renowned for its exceptional track record in competitive gaming, boasting the most tier-1 tournament victories among esports organizations. Over the past year, Fnatic has reported an impressive 80% year-on-year revenue growth, solidifying its status as a leader in the esports industry.
With a global team of 40 professional gamers competing across eight game titles, Fnatic has also expanded its operations, employing over 100 staff members across six locations worldwide. This strategic positioning prepares the organization to further capitalize on the lucrative esports market, including the burgeoning sectors of Asia-Pacific and Japan.
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Industry Overview in Japan
The esports industry in Japan has been experiencing significant momentum, with projections indicating a growth rate of over 250% in market value from 2019 to 2023. In 2020 alone, more than 6.9 million individ
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Marubeni Corporation
invested in
Fnatic
in 2021
in a Series A deal
Disclosed details
Transaction Size: $17M
Revenue: $1,080M