Zeedz.io raises $1M and launches climate change game on mobile devices
Zeedz.io has announced the global launch of its play-for-purpose game, Zeedz, available on both Android and iOS app stores worldwide.
The company has raised $1 million in a seed round led by the panelists of Germany’s Shark Tank equivalent, Die Höhle der Löwen, including entrepreneurs Carsten Maschmeyer, Tillman Schulz and Dagmar Wöhrl.
This makes Zeedz.io the first startup in the show’s history to receive unanimous funding from all five celebrity judges. The funding will be utilized to scale and market the game to a global audience, raising widespread awareness about climate change.
The founders include Sven Junglas, CEO; Benjamin Ebner, head of education and research and development; and Lukas Motsch, COO.
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Zeedz.io aims to create immersive gameplay experiences that not only entertain but also generate real-world climate protection and awareness. Zeedz, their inaugural game, allows players to combat global carbon emissions by collecting plant-inspired creatures called Zeedles.
The innovative aspect of the game lies in its integration of in-game challenges with real-world weather phenomena and educational content, fostering a deeper understanding of climate change.
When starting the game, players plant their Zeedle on a real-world map, connecting the gameplay experience with current environmental factors. Different Zeedles require specific weather conditions, encouraging players to utilize in-game educational resources to learn about climate zones and gain actionable tips for reducing emissions.
As Zeedles hatch and
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