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Liquidnitro Games funding, investors and company details

Liquidnitro Games is an emerging Sports and Gaming startup from Hyderabad, working in the space of Game production, live services, and AI-enabled game development. Founded by Sandeep Kowdley, Krishna Dhanekula, Arun Kunchala, Suresh Manthena.

  • Company: Liquidnitro Games Private Limited
  • Sector: Sports and Gaming
  • Location: Hyderabad
  • Founders: Sandeep Kowdley, Krishna Dhanekula, Arun Kunchala, Suresh Manthena
  • Total funding raised: ₹43.76 Cr

Company overview

Liquidnitro Games is an Indian game development and live-services studio founded in 2023 by industry veterans Sandeep Kowdley, Krishna Dhanekula, Arun Kunchala, and Suresh Manthena, who have collectively led and contributed to some of the biggest and most iconic global game franchises over the past decade. The company focuses on building high-quality, globally scalable games across multiple platforms, including mobile and PC, with an emphasis on live-service experiences, engaging gameplay, and evolving player communities. Liquidnitro Games aims to combine deep creative expertise with modern technology and data-driven development practices to deliver AAA-caliber gaming experiences. Their business spans full-cycle game development — from concept and design through production, launch, and ongoing live operations — positioning the company to compete in the global interactive entertainment market rather than just the domestic scene. The team’s background in major international titles brings experience in user engagement, retention, monetization design, and tech stack optimization, all tailored to building games that attract and retain large player bases worldwide.By leveraging expertise in storytelling, player psychology, live content updates, and backend infrastructure, Liquidnitro Games aims to be a destination studio for both creative talent and players seeking immersive and continuously evolving gaming experiences.

Funding rounds

  • Latest round (Seed): $ 5.25 Mn (₹43.76 Cr.), 2024-03-20. Investors: Nexus Venture Partners