Hurl
Based in Belfast, The Sports Games Co. was founded on our shared love of sports and video games. We see games as a gateway to discovering new sports and cultures. We grew up playing the EA Sports BIG series, which introduced us to snowboarding and American football, sports we still love today. We still love the other classics as well: Jonah Lomu Rugby, PES 6.
Having worked in the games industry for several years, we are using the Starter Fund as an opportunity to apply our experience and create sports games that entertain and inspire. The funding will support us in refining our core gameplay, scaling our studio, and bringing Hurl to market.
Key features
- Hurl is a fast-paced 5v5 arcade sports game that brings Hurling—the world’s fastest field sport—to life through high-octane mythical action.
- Mythic Roster: Control legendary heroes of Irish myth, each bringing unique playstyles to the pitch.
- Skill-Based Gameplay: Master physics-based stick mechanics to pull off astonishing goals, precision passes, and bone-crunching hits.
- Stunning Arenas: Compete in vibrant, myth- and legend-inspired local arenas
- Target Audience & Platforms: Designed for PC and Console, targeting casual sports gamers, competitive arcade enthusiasts, and players seeking a new skill to master.
- Global Tribes: Sharing the frenetic, passion-fuelled energy of Ireland’s iconic tribal sport with a global audience.
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The Starter Fund is a transformative opportunity for The Sports Games Co. As a studio founded in Belfast with deep roots in games development, this backing validates our vision and provides the critical resources needed to transition from an ambitious team to a sustainable, commercial studio. Beyond the financial support, joining the Starter Fund connects us with an invaluable network of mentors and industry leaders, empowering us to refine our operations, elevate our team’s capabilities, and position our business for long-term growth. It gives our studio the springboard and confidence to bring fresh, culturally rich sports experiences to the global games market.