Gaming startup Exiles Interactives raises $355,000 in funding led by Chimera VC, others

Bengaluru-based gaming startup Exiles Interactives has raised $355,000 in a pre-seed funding round led by Chimera VC, with participation from Warmup Ventures, IndigoEdge, and angel investor Dhruv Vohra, along with existing shareholder Sourav Gupta.

The startup said it will use the funds to accelerate the development of Centarius, its upcoming next-generation social gameplay platform, and to strengthen marketing initiatives.

Centarius is designed as a browser-native platform, enabling seamless social gameplay across devices without requiring downloads or installations. It features a curated collection of mid-core titles enhanced with competitive and community-driven experiences that reward engagement and encourage long-term player retention.

Unlike traditional web gaming platforms, Centarius positions itself as a product-focused ecosystem that prioritises quality, curation, and meaningful player interaction. The platform’s library spans multiple genres, combining social play, competition, and community elements to deliver a more integrated experience for gamers.

Krish Anurag, Managing Partner at Chimera VC, said, “ Exiles Interactive has shown strong early traction, and it’s clear they are addressing a large unmet need in the browser-based gaming market. The team is deeply passionate about gaming and highly strategic in their approach towards the business. They are well-positioned for growth, and we believe Centarius has the potential to become a leading platform in this space.”

Commenting on the fundraise, Anubhav Bhattacharya, Lead Developer at Exiles Interactives, said, “This funding round is a strong validation of our vision, product, and the growing opportunity in browser-based gameplay. With Centarius, we’re building high-quality, socially engaging games that anyone can access, enhanced by community and competitive features, and free from the limitations of aggregation or native platforms. This investment will accelerate our product development and expand our marketing efforts ahead of launch.” 

Over the next several months, Exiles Interactives plans to collaborate with gaming content creators across TikTok, Twitch, and YouTube to drive user growth and establish Centarius as a leading name in the browser gaming space.