XD Inc. Invests in Miao

XD Inc. Invests in Miao

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12 August 2025 13:19

Chinese game developer and publisher XD Inc has made a strategic investment of $14 million in emerging game studio Miao, acquiring a 5.3% stake in the company. The transaction places Miao’s valuation at approximately $246 million, reflecting strong confidence in its long-term ambitions and innovation strategy.

Founded in 2022 by Wu Meng, the former CEO of Giant Network, Miao has quickly drawn attention for its bold approach to game development and its emphasis on integrating artificial intelligence into the creative process. The studio previously raised ¥1 billion ($140 million) in angel funding in 2023.

XD Inc described its investment as a move aligned with Miao’s promising business outlook and potential synergy with its own development roadmap. “The investment was based on Miao’s business prospects, growth potential, and synergies with its own operations,” XD noted in a statement.

Miao, for its part, plans to channel the new capital into advancing its game development capabilities and launching a dedicated AI research unit. The newly established MiAO Artificial Intelligence Labs (MAIL) will focus on developing AI-driven tools to enhance the creative process across game production.

“In the short term, our focus is on developing intelligent tools to automate coding, level design, storytelling, and art asset creation, thereby boosting development efficiency," the company explained.

Currently, Miao is developing an open-world multiplayer game that emphasizes virtual interaction and social engagement. This title will support ongoing Games-as-a-Service (GaaS) updates and include tools designed for user-generated content, aligning with Miao’s broader vision of a player-creator ecosystem.

“In the long term, our vision is to build an open, AI-driven platform that enables anyone--regardless of technical background--to create games with ease," the studio said.

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XD Inc. Invests in Miao

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12 August 2025 13:19

Tags: XD Inc.

Chinese game developer and publisher XD Inc has made a strategic investment of $14 million in emerging game studio Miao, acquiring a 5.3% stake in the company. The transaction places Miao’s valuation at approximately $246 million, reflecting strong confidence in its long-term ambitions and innovation strategy.

Founded in 2022 by Wu Meng, the former CEO of Giant Network, Miao has quickly drawn attention for its bold approach to game development and its emphasis on integrating artificial intelligence into the creative process. The studio previously raised ¥1 billion ($140 million) in angel funding in 2023.

XD Inc described its investment as a move aligned with Miao’s promising business outlook and potential synergy with its own development roadmap. “The investment was based on Miao’s business prospects, growth potential, and synergies with its own operations,” XD noted in a statement.

Miao, for its part, plans to channel the new capital into advancing its game development capabilities and launching a dedicated AI research unit. The newly established MiAO Artificial Intelligence Labs (MAIL) will focus on developing AI-driven tools to enhance the creative process across game production.

“In the short term, our focus is on developing intelligent tools to automate coding, level design, storytelling, and art asset creation, thereby boosting development efficiency," the company explained.

Currently, Miao is developing an open-world multiplayer game that emphasizes virtual interaction and social engagement. This title will support ongoing Games-as-a-Service (GaaS) updates and include tools designed for user-generated content, aligning with Miao’s broader vision of a player-creator ecosystem.

“In the long term, our vision is to build an open, AI-driven platform that enables anyone--regardless of technical background--to create games with ease," the studio said.

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