Nexrage Studios

What Nexrage Studios does

Nexrage Studios is a 100% US-based venture studio headquartered in the Dallas, Texas area (with office references in Allen, Dallas, and Frisco), founded in 2012, operating with 20-plus engineers. The company runs a hybrid model: it sells custom software development services (AI/ML, web, mobile, AR/VR, game development, and enterprise solutions) to startups and enterprises via five engagement models—fixed-price projects, monthly retainer, staff augmentation, white-label/OEM licensing, and equity partnerships—while simultaneously building and scaling its own portfolio of products. The portfolio includes SeekAR (browser-first geo-anchored AR platform), School Bell (K-12 real-time safety and communication platform; Q4 2025 MVP), Player Epic (fitness-gaming app with Apple Health, FitBit, Steam, and Xbox integrations), VULT Security (AI-powered KYC and biometric fraud prevention with patented Verified Account Origination/Approval), Artis IQ (cannabis-compliant POS with Metrc/BioTrack compliance and ACH payment processing), the iSpace-US VR Moonwalk Experience for Apple Vision Pro, the Junk Odyssey mobile puzzle game, The Colony 2044 Steam Early Access title, and the UT Austin Dell Medical anatomical education app.

The company's technology stack spans the MERN stack plus Three.js, A-Frame, and WebXR for AR/VR; Unity and Unreal Engine for game development; Python with TensorFlow and PyTorch for machine learning; and Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure, with React Native for mobile. Core proprietary capabilities include SeekAR's browser-based geo-anchored AR delivery without app downloads, GPS dynamic recalibration, real-time WebSocket CMS, and engagement analytics; VULT Security's patented pre-transaction biometric verification; and AI-powered document verification against DMV/OFAC databases. Five revenue streams are documented: professional services (project, retainer, staff augmentation), SaaS/subscription (SeekAR business placement packages priced $1,000-$5,000), licensing/royalties (white-label and equity partnership upside), and product revenues across gaming and POS apps. The go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales, content marketing, and event-driven activations at flagship venues (NFL Draft, NBA Summer League, FIFA World Cup DFW, DreamHack, SXSW) with marquee partners including Apple, Microsoft Azure, Firefly Aerospace, Rypplzz, and the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee.

Name

Nexrage Studios

Legal name

Nexrage Studios

Website

https://nexrage.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Nexrage Studios is a US-based venture studio that builds and scales its own portfolio of software products—including SeekAR, School Bell, Player Epic, VULT Security, and Artis IQ—while delivering custom AI, web, mobile, AR/VR, and game development services to startup and enterprise clients across sports, fintech, healthcare, education, cannabis, and aerospace.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Software Development

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Software Publishers (51321)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Data Platforms, BI/Reporting & Player Analytics (CDP/Attribution) (MPAEAKAI)

Keywords

• Custom software development
• Venture studio
• Augmented reality platform
• Mobile app development
• AI machine learning services

Headquarters

HQ city

Allen

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Software Development Services: Full-cycle development services (AI/ML, web, mobile, AR/VR, game development, enterprise solutions) for startups and enterprise clients across 6 core service areas. Revenue generated through fixed-price project engagements, monthly retainer arrangements, and staff augmentation engagements. 3-month average delivery time with 100% client retention.
2. Equity Partnerships and Portfolio Returns: Venture studio model where Nexrage Studios takes equity stakes in high-potential ventures in exchange for development services and strategic guidance. Portfolio companies (SeekAR, School Bell, Player Epic, VULT Security, Artis IQ) represent long-term equity value creation. For exceptional opportunities, equity partnerships include shared risk/reward and strategic guidance.
3. SeekAR Platform Licensing (SaaS): SeekAR, a CMS-powered AR platform, enables brands to create location-based AR scavenger hunts. Business placement packages range from $1,000 to $5,000 for local business engagement. SeekAR is Original IP in the Nexrage portfolio, representing a potential SaaS/subscription revenue stream from white-label experiences and brand campaigns.
4. White-Label and OEM Licensing: White-label solutions allowing portfolio companies (VULT Security, SeekAR, Artis IQ) and clients to brand and customize security, AR, and POS solutions without investing in ground-up development. UT Austin Dell Medical app architecture is designed for easy white-labeling for other universities.
5. Staff Augmentation: Integrating expert developers with existing client teams as an extension of internal capacity. Flexible engagement duration with expert-level talent on demand using client processes and tools. Supports scaling client teams up or down based on project requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Nexrage Studios is a US-based venture studio that builds and scales proprietary portfolio companies (SeekAR, School Bell, Player Epic, VULT Security, Artis IQ) while providing custom software development services across AI/ML, web, mobile, AR/VR, enterprise solutions, and gaming to startups, enterprises, and government clients. The company operates five engagement models (fixed-price, retainer, staff augmentation, equity partnerships, white-label) with 100% US-based on-shore delivery.

Product overview

Nexrage Studios operates as a 100% US-based venture studio delivering measurable business outcomes through secure, compliant technology solutions for startups and enterprise clients. The company functions as a platform-plus-portfolio model, building and scaling its own venture products alongside client projects. Its portfolio of portfolio companies includes SeekAR (browser-first AR platform for location-based marketing), School Bell (K-12 safety and communication platform), Player Epic (gaming and fitness app), VULT Security (AI-powered fraud prevention), and Artis IQ (cannabis-compliant POS system). Additional projects include iSpace-US VR Moonwalk Experience, Junk Odyssey mobile game, The Colony 2044, and UT Austin Dell Medical Anatomical App. Service offerings span AI/ML development, custom software, mobile apps, web apps, immersive experiences (AR/VR), and game development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SeekAR: Browser-first AR platform that allows creators to geo-anchor digital assets in real-world locations for branded storytelling and interactive marketing
• School Bell
• Player Epic
• VULT Security
• Artis IQ
• Junk Odyssey
• The Colony 2044

Products and services

• SeekAR Browser-first augmented reality platform enabling brands to create location-based AR scavenger hunts that drive verified foot traffic and measurable results. Design experiences through an intuitive web portal without technical expertise; consumers discover brands through a mobile app that transforms locations into interactive activations with AI-generated story adventures, location verification, and real-time analytics.
• School Bell Real-time safety and communication platform designed specifically for K-12 schools, enabling instant emergency alerts, secure messaging between teachers and parents, automated attendance tracking, and streamlined incident reporting with AI-powered truancy detection and TEA compliance reporting.
• Player Epic Mobile fitness gaming platform that bridges gaming and physical activity by rewarding players for in-game accomplishments while encouraging movement. Integrates with Apple Health, FitBit, Health Connect, Steam, and Xbox for cross-platform fitness tracking and leaderboards.
• VULT Security AI-powered cybersecurity and KYC platform providing pre-transaction fraud prevention through biometric verification, government ID validation, and patented Verified Account Origination technology. Offers No Code/Low Code SDKs for enterprise integration.
• Artis IQ All-in-one cannabis-compliant point-of-sale system integrating payments, inventory management, compliance tracking (Metrc, BioTrack THC), RFM analytics, customer management, and ACH payment processing for modern dispensary operations.
• iSpace-US VR Moonwalk Experience Immersive virtual reality and augmented reality experience for Apple Vision Pro showcasing iSpace-US lunar lander technology, allowing users to virtually walk on the moon, explore moonscapes, and interact with 3D lander models at aerospace events and tech expos.
• Junk Odyssey Mobile space puzzle adventure game featuring MARVIN the astronaut on a mission to clean up intergalactic waste. Physics-based puzzle gameplay combined with environmental sustainability themes, available on iOS, Android, and iPad with 1M+ downloads, 4.8 star rating, and Editor's Choice recognition.
• The Colony 2044 Post-apocalyptic colony survival strategy game where players lead bunny colonies against zom-bunnies. Built with Unity featuring procedurally generated worlds, AI behavior systems for colonist and enemy characters, and endless replayability. Available on Steam in Early Access with 85% positive reviews.
• Custom Software Development Services Full-cycle custom software development services spanning AI/ML, web applications, mobile apps, enterprise solutions, immersive AR/VR experiences, and game development. Five engagement models (fixed-price projects, monthly retainers, staff augmentation, equity partnerships, and white-label) for startups and enterprise clients with 3-month average delivery time and 100% client retention.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3-month average delivery time with 50% faster development using AI
• +12 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability14 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.

• North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing CommitteeflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026Collaboration on SeekAR FIFA World Cup AR activation turning the Dallas-Fort Worth region into a Pokémon Go-style scavenger hunt for FIFA World Cup fans (June 11–July 31). The free SeekAR app sends fans to local businesses to collect virtual FIFA-branded balls and unlock discounts. The tournament is projected to draw 3+ million fans to the region hosting nine matches at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.
• 2026 FIFA World Cup / Olympics (Potential)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 February 2026SeekAR AR fantasy sports technology has potential expansion to major events including the 2026 Olympics and FIFA World Cup, based on its live activation track record and patented technology platform.
• NBAflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 April 2025SeekAR powered live fan activations at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, LSU basketball games in Baton Rouge, and NBA games in New Orleans. The AR fantasy sports platform transformed fan engagement at these sporting events using location-based AR scavenger hunt experiences. Potential expansion to NBA All-Star Weekend and Super Bowl LXI.
• Firefly AerospaceflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 February 2025Player Epic formed a strategic partnership with Firefly Aerospace for the Blue Ghost Challenge tied to the Blue Ghost lunar lander mission. Participants collectively walk 2.4 million miles over 1.5 months, mirroring the distance the lander travels to the Moon. Weekly spotlights feature top performers on social media with exclusive merchandise. Grand prize: behind-the-scenes tour of Firefly Aerospace command center and chance to witness the Blue Ghost landing live.
• Apple Health / FitBit / Health Connect / Steam / XboxcoreTechnology or Integration · 20 February 2025Player Epic integrates with leading health apps (Apple Health, FitBit, Health Connect for Android) and gaming platforms (Steam, Xbox) for aggregating fitness and gaming data. Also supports Google Sign-In and Apple Sign-In for flexible authentication.
• Microsoft AzurecoreTechnology or Integration · 10 January 2025VULT Security's fraud prevention platform is deployed on Microsoft Azure, leveraging Azure's auto-scaling for dynamic resource adjustment, robust monitoring and alert systems for real-time security insights, and high availability. Azure infrastructure supports VULT's processing of DMV database integrations and OFAC screening.
• RypplzzflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025SeekAR technology deployed in collaboration with Rypplzz to power an immersive fan engagement experience at the 2025 NFL Draft. Fans explore the venue and uncover digital assets (animated players, exclusive video content) anchored to real-world locations via browser-based AR accessible through QR code or geolocation link. Each discovered asset is collected into a personal locker and redeemed for exclusive prizes.
• Apple Inc.flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 December 2024Nexrage Studios collaborated with Apple's legal team to develop a compliant app framework for Artis IQ on the App Store, ensuring geo-restricted use in licensed dispensary areas. This collaboration was a catalyst for Apple's cannabis policy change, as featured in Forbes. Artis IQ and Nexrage Studios co-created a framework that enabled legal cannabis POS apps on the iOS App Store.
• UT Austin Dell Medical SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 September 2024Nexrage Studios collaborated closely with Dell Medical School faculty to develop an interactive anatomical education platform providing anatomically correct, interactive diagrams for visualizing receptor interactions in the human body. The platform was designed for medical students and physicians to enhance learning, with faculty ensuring anatomical accuracy and biological correctness.
• Rama Raju (AI & Tech Leader)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAI and tech leader helping big companies embrace new technology. Builds key partnerships and designs tech systems that help businesses grow faster. Works with both Fortune 500 companies and startups, bringing technical know-how and business sense.
• Salem Thyne (Navy Veteran, Middle Initial LLC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNavy veteran and Managing Partner of Middle Initial LLC. Pioneered the U.S. launch of EVA, advancing large-scale VR esports arenas and immersive entertainment. Brings expertise in scaling location-based entertainment to guide Nexrage's ventures.
• Kenneth E. Clark (COO, CRICC / Former Verizon)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerChief Operating Officer of CRICC and former President/CEO of Maryland/DC Minority Supplier Development Council. Led 35-year career at Verizon, including managing $120M international IT projects. Helped minority businesses generate $2B+ in revenue while employing 15,000+ people.
• Steven Sims (Former NMSDC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormer VP of Programs at National Minority Supplier Development Council and Deputy Commissioner of DC Public Health. Created first international minority supplier organizations across Brazil, South Africa, England, Canada, China, and Australia. Columbia University alumnus and Chairman Emeritus of Boys Choir of Harlem.
• Dr. James Fabunmi (CTO, CRICC / MIT)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMIT PhD in Aeronautical Engineering and CTO of CRICC. Former University of Maryland faculty and founder of AEDAR Corporation. Scientific advisor to US Department of Defense with expertise in aerospace innovation. Author of 'From Brain Power to Economic Power' on innovation-driven entrepreneurship.
• Dennis Smith (Business Development Director)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBusiness Development Director who has guided multiple minority enterprises beyond $100M in revenue. Credited with helping MBEs secure $800M+ in contracts over 10 years across government and private sectors. Expert in fostering collaboration between MBEs and major financial institutions.

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Atomic: Atomic is a venture studio that builds companies in partnership with founders, taking operational and equity roles akin to Nexrage's model of incubating six portfolio companies (SeekAR, VULT, Artis IQ, etc.) in-house while providing shared engineering, product, and GTM resources.
• Science Inc. Science Inc. operates a venture studio creating and scaling software businesses (similar to Nexrage's SeekAR, School Bell, Player Epic portfolio) with shared infrastructure across consumer and B2B tech. Comparable as a peer operating company builder rather than a pure incubator.
• Sidebench: Sidebench is a venture studio and custom software development firm that builds, launches, and scales digital products for startups and enterprises, overlapping with Nexrage's five engagement models and verticals like healthcare and fintech.
• Idealab: Idealab is one of the original venture studios, founding and operating dozens of tech companies over two-plus decades. The venture-studio-with-equity-stakes model directly mirrors Nexrage's portfolio structure and equity partnership engagement model.
• Niantic: Niantic operates location-based AR games (Pokémon Go, NBA All-World) that overlap directly with SeekAR's geo-anchored AR scavenger hunts at venues like the NFL Draft and NBA Summer League, making it the most direct AR-sports competitor.
• Dutchie: Dutchie is the leading cannabis point-of-sale and e-commerce platform with Metrc/BioTrack integrations, directly competing with Artis IQ's cannabis-compliant POS offering for dispensary operators.
• Jumio: Jumio is an identity verification and fraud prevention platform serving financial institutions and merchants with biometric KYC, directly comparable to VULT Security's patented Verified Account Origination biometric fraud prevention offering.
• Sorare: Sorare combines fantasy sports with digital collectibles and AR-style engagement, overlapping with SeekAR's AR fantasy sports patents and the company's sports technology segment as a primary customer focus area.

Broad incumbents

• Keywords Studios: Keywords Studios is a global game development services provider offering art, animation, and software engineering support, directly comparable to Nexrage's game dev offering behind Junk Odyssey and The Colony 2044, but at significantly larger scale.
• Slalom: Slalom is a large US-based management and technology consulting firm delivering custom software, AI, and enterprise solutions, comparable to Nexrage's enterprise solution services but at vastly greater scale and headcount.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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