Vetkoek Studios

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South African mobile game studio behind Taxi Ranked, a game about driving a taxi in South Africa.

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Last round
Grant
Oct 2026
Rounds
1
since 2022
Investors
1
listed

About Vetkoek Studios

Vetkoek Studios is a South African mobile game studio founded in October 2022 by four university graduates. Its title Taxi Ranked is a mobile game about driving a taxi in South Africa. The studio was selected for the Google Play Indie Games Fund Africa 2026 cohort.

Vetkoek Studios funding1 round

The latest is a Grant announced 28 Oct 2026, led by Google.

Who has invested in Vetkoek Studios

RoundAmount
Vetkoek Studios Grant28 Oct 2026
Led by Google
Not disclosed

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Frequently asked about Vetkoek Studios

Where is Vetkoek Studios based and when was it founded?
Vetkoek Studios is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa and was founded in 2022.
How much funding has Vetkoek Studios raised?
Vetkoek Studios has raised 1 funding round; the amounts were not disclosed. Its latest, a Grant, was announced on 28 Oct 2026.
Who has invested in Vetkoek Studios?
Backers include Google.
What sector is Vetkoek Studios in?
Vetkoek Studios operates in Gaming and Game Development.