Anorak Ventures

Anorak Ventures, founded by Greg Castle, is a seed-stage venture capital firm investing in immersive, interactive, and deep technology startups. The firm focuses on early opportunities at the intersection of human experience and emerging computing platforms.

With a background in the gaming and XR sectors, Greg Castle was among the first investors to back Oculus VR, marking one of the earliest success stories in immersive hardware. Anorak’s portfolio includes companies in XR, AI, robotics, and creative tools that are redefining how people engage with technology.

Notable Investments & Achievements:

• Early investor in Oculus VR prior to its acquisition by Meta

• Portfolio includes leading XR, AI, and robotics startups

• Founder Greg Castle recognized as an early advocate of immersive tech

• Focus on cross-industry innovation and creative tools

Specialization Areas:

• XR and spatial computing

• AI and human-computer interaction

• Gaming and interactive entertainment

• Robotics and autonomous systems

• Developer platforms and creative tools

Industry Impact:

• Among the earliest backers of immersive computing

• Helped define early investment models for XR and interactive media

• Supported founders bridging creativity, engineering, and emerging tech

• Advanced deep tech innovation through multidisciplinary investment

Anorak Ventures continues to back visionary founders developing technologies that enhance creativity, connection, and the human experience across physical and digital realities.