Opus Major Secures $10 Million Funding for Innovative Music-Game Fusion
Based in Paris, Opus Major is a groundbreaking gaming studio on a mission to revolutionize the gaming experience by integrating music with gameplay. Recently, the studio successfully raised $10 million in a seed funding round, spearheaded by Griffin Gaming Partners, a venture capital firm located in Santa Monica. Parisian venture firm Alven also participated as an early investor in this funding effort.
“Music and video games are natural social amplifiers. They bring people together through their own language and interactions,” remarked Griffin, emphasizing the inherent bond between music and gaming.
Founders with Deep Industry Roots
Founded in 2023 by seasoned industry professionals Jean-Nicolas Vernin and Pierre-Armand Nicq, Opus Major aims to create “musical adventures” that foster social interaction through gameplay. CEO Vernin has an extensive background in the gaming sector, having co-founded Madbox, a mobile gaming studio known for popular titles like Pocket Champs. Meanwhile, Chief Creative Officer Nicq has held strategic roles in various R&D divisions at Ubisoft before joining Madbox, further solidifying their expertise in game development.
Anticipation for Upcoming Game Reveal
While specifics regarding Opus Major’s inaugural game remain confidential, the studio plans to unveil an exclusive, limited-access playable version within the year. The creators expressed their vision for the game, stating, “Our mission at Opus Major is to make the world jam together. We have experienced countless joyful memories while playing music and video games with friends. Our original spark came from a simple idea: can we bring them both together and build a great social adventure where music is magic?” This vision describes a multiplayer experience where players can form bands of heroes and collaborate to save the world through the enchantment of music.
A Vision Beyond Gaming
Opus Major represents more than just a studio; it’s a visionary concept. The term “Opus”reflects the team’s artistic ambitions—creating expansive worlds where creativity thrives. Conversely, “Major”signifies their desire to extend beyond a singular game by developing a comprehensive universe that resonates across various mediums.
Pierre Planche, a partner at Griffin, highlighted the unique fusion of elements, stating, “Music and gaming are both powerful ways to connect with people, and Jean-Nicolas and Pierre-Armand are combining them in ways that feel familiar yet unique.”
The excitement surrounding Opus Major suggests a promising trajectory in the gaming and entertainment landscape, with the potential to redefine how people engage with both music and video games.