Industry

We want to do our part to ensure that players and Rioters feel represented in our games and in the industry in communities around the world. As we look toward the next generation of game developers, creative minds, and Rioters, we aim to make the gaming industry a better place for all. 

Underrepresented Founders Program (URF)

In 2020, Riot created the Underrepresented Founders Program to invest in startup programs from underrepresented founders in the gaming community. We initially committed $10M during the inception of the program and in 2022 committed to continuing URF as a component of our Riotwide investment portfolio. Currently, we have a roster of 15 game studios hard at work creating a multitude of adventures, and experiences. 

Companies Invested in:

• Everlight
• Incredible Dream
• NuChallenger
• UMA
• Wicked Saints Studios
• Last Gameboard 
• The MIX Games
• Twin Drums
• Wabisabi Games
• Wings
• Double Loop
• Carry1st