Blacknut is keeping its momentum going. This time being named one of only two companies chosen for the Shochiku Game Accelerator 2025. The program is organized by Shochiku Ventures in Japan. Nearly 200 companies applied, but only two were selected. Blacknut, recognized for its leadership in cloud gaming, and Ememe, a generative AI startup.
The accelerator is designed to support companies entering the Japanese gaming market while also helping them expand globally. For Blacknut, this milestone reinforces its growing influence in cloud gaming. And, it opens new opportunities for collaboration with developers, publishers, and investors in Japan. Blacknut will showcase its platform at Tokyo Game Show 2025 on September 24 during the program’s Demo Day.
This follows recent milestones, including Blacknut being pre-installed on over 100 million Smart TVs worldwide. And, Blacknut’s launch of new cloud gaming offers during LG Streaming Week 2025 across the US, Canada, Brazil, and Mexico. Together, these milestones highlight how Blacknut continues to strengthen its global presence while advancing its vision of making cloud gaming accessible across regions and devices.
Shochiku Game Accelerator 2025 Overview
The Shochiku Game Accelerator 2025 is an initiative led by Shochiku Ventures. It is the corporate venture capital arm of Shochiku Co., Ltd. With a long history in film, theater, and entertainment, Shochiku is a well-known name. It is now extending that legacy into gaming by supporting innovative companies entering the Japanese market and preparing them for global expansion.
This year, nearly 200 companies applied to the program, but only two were selected after a six-month review process. Blacknut was chosen for its work in cloud gaming. While Ememe, a startup specializing in generative AI for 3D animation, was selected for its text-to-motion technology. Both companies represent emerging areas where technology is reshaping how games are made and played.
The accelerator provides multiple forms of support, including proof-of-concept testing, networking opportunities, and program funding of up to $100,000. This includes an initial $50,000 allocation, with additional resources available depending on project needs. Shochiku offers selected companies the chance to collaborate on future projects. These partnerships come with resources to support sustainable entry into the Japanese gaming market.
One of the biggest highlights will be the Demo Day at Tokyo Game Show 2025 on September 24. That’s where Blacknut and Ememe will showcase their work. The event, supported by global commerce company Xsolla, will connect startups with investors, publishers, and industry stakeholders in Tokyo.
In addition to funding, the program offers unique opportunities such as a cultural tour of Japan and direct introductions to publishers, platforms, and developers. Finalists will also have the chance to test proof of concepts using Shochiku’s own games, adding practical value to the accelerator beyond funding and networking.
What This Means for Blacknut and Cloud Gaming
For Blacknut, being selected for the Shochiku Game Accelerator 2025 represents more than recognition. It is an opportunity to expand into one of the world’s most influential gaming markets. Blacknut already operates in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Americas. It offers a catalogue of more than 500 premium games available across Smart TVs, mobile, tablets, and PC.
By joining the accelerator, Blacknut gains a platform to showcase its cloud gaming solutions directly to Japanese partners and investors. The program’s focus on proof of concept testing and collaboration with Shochiku also opens the door to future partnerships in distribution and content. This positions Blacknut to strengthen both its consumer offerings and its B2B presence in the region.
The upcoming Demo Day at Tokyo Game Show 2025 on September 24 will be a key moment. It provides visibility for Blacknut’s technology in front of publishers, developers, and venture capital groups, underscoring its role as a global innovator in cloud gaming.
Cloud Gaming’s Wider Significance
Taken alongside recent milestones such as being pre-installed on over 100 million Smart TVs worldwide and promotional partnerships like LG Streaming Week, this achievement highlights how Blacknut continues to expand its global footprint. Its inclusion in the accelerator signals not only recognition of past success but also the company’s potential to play a larger role in shaping the future of cloud gaming in Japan and beyond.
For cloud gaming more broadly, Blacknut’s selection is also significant. It shows that Japanese companies like Shochiku see potential in the technology as part of the industry’s future. The fact that cloud gaming was chosen alongside generative AI shows how it is gaining recognition as a disruptive force. Entering Japan through this program could lead to greater adoption in a market still dominated by consoles and handhelds. It could also give cloud gaming a stronger foothold globally.
Looking Ahead to Tokyo Game Show 2025
Blacknut’s selection for the Shochiku Game Accelerator 2025 underscores both its momentum as a company and the growing role of cloud gaming worldwide. With new opportunities in Japan and visibility at Tokyo Game Show later this month, Blacknut is set to demonstrate how its platform can connect with partners, investors, and gamers in one of the industry’s most influential markets.
As cloud gaming continues to expand across regions, Blacknut’s presence at the Demo Day on September 24 will be one to watch. It represents not only a milestone for the company but also a sign that cloud gaming is gaining recognition as a key part of the industry’s future.
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