London-based cybersecurity startup PlaySafe ID has raised $1.12 million in pre-seed funding, marking a significant step forward in its mission to create a safer and more accountable gaming environment. The funding round was led by Early Game Ventures, with participation from Hartmann Capital and Overwolf.
Founded to address the growing challenges of online misconduct and cheating in gaming communities, PlaySafe ID offers a game-agnostic, anonymized digital identity platform. This digital ID verifies that a user is real and has not been flagged for cheating or inappropriate behavior—particularly toward minors—within online games. The platform’s unique approach ensures fairness and safety without compromising the creative freedom or anonymity that gamers value.
According to CEO Andrew Wailes, the fresh capital will be used to accelerate platform integrations and scale operations rapidly, aiming to bring its solution to a broader global audience. “We’re committed to making gaming a safer and more inclusive space for all players. This funding will help us deliver a verified identity system that developers can trust and gamers will adopt,” said Wailes.
PlaySafe ID is already in advanced integration discussions with major gaming platforms, with initial partnerships expected to launch later this year. The company is targeting more than 250,000 active users in the coming months, signaling strong early traction.
As the gaming industry grapples with increasing concerns over player safety, online harassment, and cheating, PlaySafe ID positions itself as a critical tool for developers and communities to enforce accountability without infringing on player privacy.