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๐ Telegram Gaming Accelerator First Cohort Launches!
Weโre thrilled to announce the inaugural cohort of the Telegram Gaming Accelerator has officially started its journey! Over the next 10 weeks, theyโll work tirelessly to iterate on their games, leading up to Demo Day in San Francisco ๐
๐น๏ธ 10 amazing teams were selected from over 300 applications. Together with industry experts and Telegram pioneers, theyโll make their games truly captivating for gamers around the globe.
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๐ฎ The first cohort features a wide range of genres, including:
โข Shooters
โข RTS
โข Card games
โข Precision markets
...and so much more. These teams are dedicated to creating engaging, innovative games that redefine Telegram gaming.
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๐ฒ Why Telegram?
In the past year, Telegram has emerged as a new gaming platform with unmatched user onboarding and social engagement. Itโs also a synergetic space for Web3.
Early hits onboarded millions with hypercasual games, but now gamers crave deeper, richer experiencesโand this cohort is ready to deliver!
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The journey isnโt easyโTelegram is a nascent platform, and TON blockchain has room to grow. But with Helikaโs support, these teams are ready to rise to the challenge! ๐ช
With the help of amazing mentors and industry veterans, weโre here to guide and empower these studios as they build the future of Telegram gaming.
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As a gaming data analytics company, Helika focuses on extracting actionable insights from gaming data.
Weโve worked with industry leaders like Proof of Play and Ubisoft, and weโre excited to bring that expertise to the TGA program to help teams succeed in this evolving ecosystem.
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The TGA offers a unique opportunity for talented game studios to grow and prepare for success, and includes:
๐งโโ๏ธ Free gamer traffic
๐ฉโ๐ป Free access to select Helika analytics tools
๐ฉโ๐ซ Mentorship from gaming and Web3 experts
๐น๏ธ A supportive community to test, improve, and optimize your games
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The program ends with an in-person Demo Day at GDC in San Francisco. We canโt wait to see these games shine!
Follow us for updates and stay tuned for more from the TGA journey!
Disclosure: The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Readers should conduct their own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Additionally Helika and its affiliates may hold positions mentioned in this article.
Check out the medium article below ๐
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Just wrapped our first Telegram Gaming Accelerator ๐ฎ
8 studios, 3 months, and a ton of learning, building, shipping.
Not just potentialโreal momentum, real progress.
The energy at Demo Day said it all โก
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ The Global Game Economy Is Coming Online
๐๏ธ John Linden @johnwastaken, CEO at @playmythical
โA player in India is just as powerful as someone in Argentina. You start shifting the data, you start shifting game economies โ and thatโs really exciting.โ
This isnโt just about whales anymore.
Itโs about millions of players worldwide becoming part of something bigger โ not just users, but participants.
๐ With blockchain, AI, and real-time digital economies, games are evolving into global economic systems โ open, dynamic, and player-powered.
#GameEconomy #Web3Games #PlayerOwnership #GlobalGaming #FutureOfGames
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ฏ Content is king. But distribution? Sheโs the queen โ and she wears the pants.
This quote from Manuel Stotz @ManuelStotz, President at TON Foundation, at our Demo Day panel on the power of browser games stuck with us:
๐ฃ๏ธ โI also believe content is kingโฆ but distribution is the queen โ and she wears the pants.โ
In a world where AI can generate content faster than ever, owning the channel to users becomes everything. Thatโs where Telegramโs unique position shines โ with frictionless access, viral mechanics, and access to massive, engaged audiences, itโs one of the most exciting platforms for game distribution today.
๐ก Build great content โ but donโt sleep on how it gets into playersโ hands.
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๐ฏ One of the biggest mistakes in Web3 gaming? Trying to serve everyone.
โWeb3 games try to address both the financially motivated and the gamer-first audience โ but the overlap is smaller than either group. Itโs a bad choice.โ
โ Bilal EL ALAMY @bilalelalamy, CEO at @PyraTzLabs
This quote from our recent Demo Day panel on audience strategy says it all.
Web3 teams often try to do too much too soon โ building for two very different players at once. The result? A diluted product that resonates with neither.
๐ก Focus first. Win one audience. Then grow.
How is your team approaching this?
#Web3Gaming #GameDesign #CryptoGames #AudienceStrategy #DemoDay
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ฎ Celebrating Our Incredible Teams! ๐ฎ
Itโs been a few days since the Telegram Gaming Accelerator Demo Day, and weโre still buzzing with excitement! Monday was a huge milestone, but today, we want to take a moment to finally recognize and thank the incredible teams that made it all possible.
๐ To our amazing teamsโyou are the heart and soul of this journey. Your vision, creativity, and relentless drive brought this program to life, and we couldnโt be prouder to have been part of your growth. Watching you build, innovate, and push the boundaries of gaming has been nothing short of inspiring!
๐ A massive shoutout to:
๐ฅ Tribo Games @PlayTriboGames
๐ฅ Lightning Forge Games @LFG_GTFO
๐ฅ Pollo @pollovote
๐ฅ Triumph Games @Triumph_Games
๐ฅ EdChess @EdChess_io
๐ฅ RiverLand @RiverLand_Game
๐ฅ Jungle Tavern @RichieTheMayor
๐ฅ Sleepless Games @TONBattleground
It all happened because of you, and we canโt wait to see whatโs next. Your journey is just beginning, and weโll be cheering you on every step of the way! ๐๐ฎ
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
Weโre thrilled to welcome Andrew Rogozov @rogozov, Founder and CEO of @topdotco, to our panel discussion:
"The Power of Browser Games: Accessibility, Innovation, and Engagement" ๐ฎ
With this stellar addition, our panel now brings even deeper insights into the future of browser gamingโhighlighting how Telegram is leveraging the power of browser games for TMAs.
Donโt miss the discussion on how browser games are reshaping the industry with accessibility, innovation, and engagement!
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Date: March 17, 2025
๐ Location: Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, CA
๐ Register now: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
We canโt wait to see you there! ๐๐ฎ
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ Join Us for TGA Demo Day: Panel Discussion on Unconventional Strategies for Mass Audience Engagement!
Get ready to go beyond the basics! Donโt miss our exclusive panel:
"Unconventional Strategies for Mass Audience Engagement"
Our speakers will share unique insights and bold strategies to captivate a mass audience in the evolving world of gaming:
๐ฎ Kate Irwin @kateirwin โ Content Lead, The Drop at @blockworks
๐ฎ Nicolas Pouard โ VP, @Ubisoft Strategic Innovation Lab
๐ฎ Sebastien Borget @borgetsebastien โ Co-Founder and COO at @TheSandboxGame
๐ฎ Simon Davis โ Co-Founder and CEO at @MightyBearGames
๐ฎ Luna @Naluishere โ CMO at @CocosStudioWeb3
๐ฎ Bilal EL ALAMY @bilalelalamy โ Co-Founder and CEO at @PyraTzLabs
This is your chance to learn from industry leaders who are breaking the mold! ๐
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Date: March 17, 2025
๐ Location: Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, CA
๐ Register now: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
We canโt wait to see you! ๐
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ Join Us for TGA Demo Day: Panel Discussion on The Power of Browser Games!
Discover how browser games are transforming the gaming industry through accessibility, innovation, and engagement! ๐ฎ
Donโt miss our panel:
"The Power of Browser Games: Accessibility, Innovation, and Engagement".
Our speakers will dive into the strategies and technologies making browser games a dominant force:
๐ฎ Anton Umnov @BHelika โ Founder and CEO at @HelikaGaming
๐ฎ Chris Ye โ CEO at @ukengames
๐ฎ Marat Karpeko @GoddardMK โ Co-Founder at @wargaming_net
๐ฎ Manuel Stotz @ManuelStotz โ President at TON Foundation
๐ฎ Matthew Nagy @TriumphMatt โ Business Development Executive at @Triumph_Games
๐ฎ Mika Kuusisto @KuusMika โ CEO and Co-founder at @PlayTriboGamesTribo
Get ready for actionable insights and forward-thinking perspectives! ๐
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Date: March 17, 2025
๐ Location: Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, CA
๐ Register now: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
The Helika Team will be there โ come by to meet Ilya Abugov @AbugovIlya and Marc Alloul @MarcAlloul!
We canโt wait to see you! ๐
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ข Helika x Adsgram! ๐ฎ
Weโre excited to announce our collaboration with Vadim Sterlin @vadim_sterlin, co-founder of AdsGram and the partnership between Helika and AdsGram to drive growth for the Telegram Gaming Accelerator (TGA)! ๐๐ค
@Adsgram_ai is an advertising platform built specifically for Telegram Mini Apps, offering innovative monetization solutions through seamless and highly targeted in-app ads. During our session, Vadim shared valuable insights on ad-driven revenue models, effective monetization strategies, and how game developers can maximize earnings while maintaining a great user experience.
Through this partnership, weโre committed to helping TGA teams unlock new revenue opportunities, optimize ad performance, and scale their games effectively within the Telegram ecosystem. ๐๐ฎ
As we gear up for the highly anticipated Demo Day, this is your chance to witness the future of Telegram gaming firsthand! Donโt miss out on seeing the next wave of games and developers in action.
๐ Register here: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ฎ TGA Demo Day: Connect, Network, and Discover the Future of Gaming! ๐
We are thrilled to announce that our highly anticipated TGA Demo Day is just around the corner!
Join us on March 17 at Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, CA as our talented teams present their incredible games and innovative solutions.
This is your chance to network with investors, media, and industry professionals and get a firsthand look at the future of gaming.
The Helika Team will also be thereโcome by to meet:
Anton Umnov @bhelika โ Co-Founder & CEO
Ilya Abugov @AbugovIlya โ Helika Ventures Director
Marc Alloul @MarcAlloul โ Chief Strategy Officer
๐ Register here: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
Donโt miss out on witnessing the future of gaming! ๐ฎ๐
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ Join Us for TGA Demo Day: Meet the Leaders Shaping the Future of Gaming!
The countdown is onโTGA Demo Day is less than 2 weeks away!
Get ready for exclusive panel discussions on the latest gaming trends, featuring industry leaders who are redefining the gaming landscape:
๐ฎ Anton Umnov @BHelika โ Founder and CEO at @HelikaGaming
๐ฎ Chris Ye โ CEO at @ukengames
๐ฎ Franklin Bi @FranklinBi โ General Partner at @PanteraCapital
๐ฎ John Linden @johnwastaken โ CEO at @playmythical
๐ฎ Kate Irwin @kateirwin โ Content Lead, The Drop at @blockworks
๐ฎ Manuel Stotz @ManuelStotz โ President at TON Foundation
๐ฎ Marat Karpeko @GoddardMK โ Co-Founder at @wargaming_net
๐ฎ Nicolas Pouard โ VP, @Ubisoft Strategic Innovation Lab
๐ฎ Sebastien Borget @borgetsebastien โ Co-Founder and COO at @TheSandboxGame
๐ฎ Simon Davis โ Co-Founder and CEO at @MightyBearGames
๐ฎ Tatu Petersen-Jessen @tapeje โ Senior Art Director at @Rovio
We are extremely grateful to our speakers for sharing their insights and experiences with our community. ๐
๐ Donโt miss your chance to connect and gain valuable insights!
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Date: March 17, 2025
๐ Location: Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, CA
๐ Register now: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
The Helika Team will be thereโcome by to meet Ilya Abugov @AbugovIlya , Marc Alloul @MarcAlloul , and Anna Kremnyova!
We canโt wait to see you there! ๐
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ Connect, Network, and Discover the Future of Gaming!
Join us on March 17 at Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, as our @TGAccelerator teams showcase their incredible games and innovations. Don't miss out!
๐ Register now: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
TGA Demo Day 2025 โ Experience the Future of Gaming! ๐ฎ๐ฅ
๐ Telegram is making moves to advance its technology, unlocking new possibilities for gaming studios and paving the way for midcore and hardcore games to thrive in 2025. This marks a significant shift from simple tap-based experiences to deeper, more complex gameplay, driven by evolving player expectations and a growing demand for more immersive and sophisticated gaming experiences.
The Telegram Gaming Accelerator @TGAccelerator is here to support developers who are leveraging these advancements to shape the future of gaming on Telegram.
Our TGA teams have been making incredible progressโpushing the boundaries of midcore and hardcore gaming. We are extremely excited to see their achievements come to life!
Now, it's time to showcase their work! Join us for TGA Demo Day and experience the next wave of Telegram gaming in action.
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Date: March 17, 2025
๐ Location: Digital Garage US, Inc., San Francisco, CA
๐ Register here: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
๐ค The Helika team will be attending the event, and weโre excited to connect. Come by to meet:
Anton Umnov @bhelika โ Co-Founder & CEO
Ilya Abugov @AbugovIlya โ Helika Ventures Director
Marc Alloul @MarcAlloul โ Chief Strategy Officer
๐ Don't miss your chance to witness the future of gaming firsthand!
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
๐ขHelika x Daniel Medina, Managing partner at @GGs_IO ๐ฎ
Weโre thrilled to announce our collaboration with Daniel Medina, managing partner at GGs.vc, and the partnership between Helika and GGS to supercharge the growth of the Telegram Gaming Accelerator (TGA) ecosystem! ๐๐ค
GGS is a community-driven initiative dedicated to supporting the top 1% of gaming projects, with a strong focus on driving adoption in emerging markets. During our session, Daniel shared in-depth knowledge on localization, playtesting, go-to-market strategies, and best practices for the LATAM and other emerging regions.
Through this partnership, weโre committed to helping TGA games expand their audiences and optimize user acquisition. ๐๐ฎ
As we gear up for the highly-anticipated Demo Day, this is your chance to witness the future of Telegram gaming firsthand! Donโt miss out on seeing the next wave of games and developers in action. ๐ Register here: lu.ma/5mr3y93t
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
Yo! Before we dive into the Denver events season, letโs recap our Telegram Builders Day in Hong Kong ๐ญ๐ฐ
We covered everything from the future of DeFi to some killer tips on how to score cash from VCs ๐ค
Big shoutout to our partners โ Terminal Station, @fintopio, @storm_trade_ton for making it happen!!
And a huge thanks to our speakers โ @tonsocietyhk, @CatizenAI, @topdotco, @fanzeelabs, @TacBuild, @animocabrands, @UTONIC_uTON, @ForesightVen, @FactorialFi, @ton_tongames, @HelikaGaming, @TheSpartanGroup, @Bombie_xyz, @akedofun, @blumcrypto and @Chainflip for making this event totally EPIC๐ซ
If you were with us that day, check yourself out here: epicweb3.gallery.photo/galleโฆ
๐ 1 Month to Go: Demo Day is Coming! ๐ฎ
Just 1 month left before the Demo Day of our Telegram Gaming Accelerator 1st cohort! Our teams are in full sprintโpolishing, refining, and getting ready to showcase their projects.
We're beyond excited about the progress they've made, and none of this would be possible without the incredible support of our mentors and partners. ๐Your support is shaping the future of Telegram gaming, and weโre deeply grateful for your guidance. ๐
Artem Gordadze @ArtemGordadze - Tokenomics Expert
Alexander Nikolaev @Amijkko Co-Founder at @gems_wall
Richard Garfield - Game Designer of Magic: The Gathering
George Galoyan @GeorgeGaloyan -Founder of @CaptainsBayApp
Marat Karpeko @GoddardMK - Co-founder of Wargaming
@KobeStreams - Streamer
@VincentVanHoLM - Streamer
Jon Rice @jonrice - Communication Specialist
Arina Bedrina - Video Games Localization Specialist
Daniel Medina - Managing Partner at GGS.VC
Vadim Sterlin @vadim_sterlin - Co-founder at @Adsgram_ai
Mindy (Sean) Suh @Mindy_TTM - Founder at @niftynerds
Join us LIVE in San Francisco to witness it firsthand! ๐ค๐ฅ
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Date: March 17, 2025
๐ Location: Digital Garage US, Inc. San Francisco, CA
๐ Register here:lu.ma/5mr3y93tCome by to meet the Helika team!
Anton Umnov @bhelika โ Co-Founder & CEO
Kathy Lui @kathylui23 โ Global Account Executive
Ilya Abugov @AbugovIlya - Helika Ventures Director
Anna - Program Director of TGA
#telegramgamingaccelerator #tga #helika #gdc #gamedevelopersconference
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
Weโre hosting the Telegram Gaming Accelerator Demo Day on March 17 in San Francisco during GDC week! ๐ฎ
This event marks the culmination of our 10-week accelerator, where 9 top studios have been building and refining the next-gen Telegram-native gaming experiences.
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๐ข TGA x Artem Gordadze โ Tokenomics Expert! ๐ฎโจ
Weโre thrilled to announce our collaboration with @ArtemGordadze, a top expert in tokenomics! ๐ค๐
During our session, Artem shared meaningful insights that are set to equip our community with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in Web3 gaming. ๐๐ก
We are thankful to the expert for supporting our teams on their journey. ๐๐
Telegram Gaming Accelerator retweeted
We are excited to announce our collaboration with Alexander Nikolaev @Amijkko co-founder of @gems_wall and the partnership between Helika and GemsWall to accelerate the growth of the Telegram Gaming Accelerator ecosystem. ๐๐ค๐
GemsWall is an innovative quest-to-earn platform with over 3 million users, built within the Telegram ecosystem. It provides game developers with powerful tools to drive user acquisition and strengthen community engagement through personalized quests. ๐ฎโจ
Through this partnership, we aim to help TGA games reach new heights by expanding their audience, increasing retention, and enhancing overall gameplay experiences. Exciting times ahead! ๐๐๐ฒ
Read about the partnership in the link below ๐
๐ข TGA x Richard Garfield, Legendary Game Designer ๐ฎโจ
We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Richard Garfield, the legendary game designer behind Magic: The Gathering! ๐ค๐
Richard shared invaluable insights on randomness in games and provided amazing tips that will greatly benefit our cohort. ๐ฒ๐ก
A big thank you to Richard Garfield for taking the time to support our emerging teams. Your contributions are instrumental in shaping the future of our projects and fostering a vibrant gaming community. ๐โจ





















