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Overplay on 'Shark Tank': What is the cost and how to buy the app that can transform any video into a game without coding

'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 will feature an innovative app that can transform any video into a game
PUBLISHED MAR 15, 2024
Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka, the founders of Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/ABC)
Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka, the founders of Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/ABC)

NEW YORK: Do you love playing video games on your mobile phone? If so, we have some exciting news for you, now there is a new app that can transform all of the videos on your phone into enjoyable gaming experiences.

In the expansive realm of gaming, the possibilities for innovation are limitless. Periodically, a fresh and exciting platform emerges, captivating the gaming community and sweeping through the industry like a tempestuous force. Presently, one of these remarkable platforms that has taken the gaming world by storm is Overplay.

Overplay stands out as a unique and ingenious user-generated gaming platform, granting individuals the power to create their very own games using short videos, and subsequently, share their creations with a global audience.

During the 18th episode of 'Shark Tank' Season 15, entrepreneurs Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka will be presenting their innovative app that can transform any video into an engaging game.

Their goal is to impress the panel of Sharks, which includes Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O'Leary, Lori Greiner, and Jason Blum, and secure a lucrative deal from one of them. With high hopes and a unique product in hand, Dan and Caroline are ready to dive into the competitive world of the 'Shark Tank' and make their business dreams a reality.

Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka are set to pitch Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/@ABC)
Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka are set to pitch Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/@ABC)

What is Overplay?

Overplay is an innovative application that provides an amazing opportunity for users to transform any video into an exciting game, all without requiring any coding skills or incurring any costs.

This user-generated platform serves as a powerful tool that empowers individuals to unleash their creativity and craft their own unique games using short videos.

The beauty of Overplay lies in its mission to democratize game development, ensuring that it is accessible to people from all walks of life, regardless of their backgrounds or expertise in the field.

By seamlessly merging the captivating essence of social media with hyper-fun interactive games, Overplay Games enables users to not only enjoy the thrill of playing games but also actively participate in their creation.

With Overplay, the possibilities are endless as users can effortlessly create and share their games with a global audience, fostering a sense of community and collaboration within the gaming world.

With its patented technology and user-friendly design, Overplay has attracted support from notable investors such as Village Global and Sound Media Ventures, giving it a competitive edge in the market.

Overplay is an app that can transform any video into a game (Christopher Willard/@ABC)
Overplay is an app that can transform any video into a game (Christopher Willard/@ABC)

Who is the founder of Overplay?

Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka, who are the co-founders of the company Overplay, have a proven history of accomplishments in the fields of media, entertainment, and finance.

Projansky who is an acclaimed game designer and Emmy nominee, has developed games for popular gaming platforms such as Xbox, Playstation, and Nintendo, as well as apps that have garnered over 25 million downloads.

Strzalka, on the other hand, is a seasoned entrepreneur and business development executive who has successfully formed partnerships with major streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and YouTube.

Additionally, Strzalka has a background in investment banking, with experience in taking multiple companies public. The dynamic duo of Projansky and Strzalka decided to combine their talents after collaborating at Sesame Workshop.

"We're thrilled to see such a positive response from investors and creators. Overplay is all about democratizing game development, and we're excited to welcome our community as co-owners on this incredible journey," Projansky said while having a chat with Business Wire.

Strzalka further added, “So many different audiences are asking us to build this, from media companies and professional sports leagues to advertisers and TikTokers. Overplay is going to change how we interact with video forever."

The Overplay co-founder continued, "This round of funding will help us bring our platform to even more users, content creators, and brands around the world."

The community investment round by Overplay is now available to all individuals through Wefunder, allowing a minimum investment of $100. The funds obtained from this initiative will be utilized to enhance Overplay's workforce, expedite the development of its products, and boost the acquisition of new users.

Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka, the co-founders of Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/@ABC)
Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka, the co-founders of Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/@ABC)

What is the cost and how to buy Overplay?

The Oveplay app is available for free download on both the Google Play and Apple Store. Take advantage of this opportunity and download the app now to enhance your experience. The gaming app has got good reviews on the Apple Store.

A customer named Ree said, "Great for Mountain Biking fans. I really like the MB options here, but there are a lot of cool sports and scenarios that I’ve gonna try. Also a great way to share a MB or ski/snowboard run with your friends. Turn it into a game!"

Another customer named Nishtha added, "I love this game a LOT it is the best game ever that I ever played.."

One anonymous user shared, "5/5 stars to amazing but can you add like genres so t can give you videos for that category?"

Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka's app Overplay is available for free download (Christopher Willard/@ABC)
Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka's app Overplay is available for free download (Christopher Willard/@ABC)

Where is Overplay now?

Overplay quickly became a pioneer in the digital media space, providing a user-friendly platform for individuals to create their own games without any coding experience. This means that using Overplay, individuals can quickly and easily turn their videos into engaging games. As of now, it has about 2k followers on Instagram, which is expected to boom after Dan's Projanski and Caroline Strzalka's appearance on 'Shark Tank.'


 
 
 
 
 
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Who will seal the deal?

Dan Projansky and Caroline Strzalka have an exciting opportunity ahead as they prepare to pitch their innovative product, Overplay, to a panel of esteemed investors including Mark Cuban, Barbara Corcoran, Kevin O'Leary, Lori Greiner, and Jason Blum.

With Mark Cuban's reputation as a tech-savvy entrepreneur, there is a high possibility that he might see the potential in Overplay and choose to invest in the venture.

Mark Cuban and Kevin O'Leary making use of Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/@ABC)
Mark Cuban and Kevin O'Leary making use of Overplay on 'Shark Tank' Season 15 Episode 18 (Christopher Willard/@ABC)

'Shark Tank' Season 15, Episode 18, airs on ABC on Friday, March 15, at 8 pm ET. Catch the latest episode featuring products like Nowhere Bakery, The Murder Mystery Company, and Nourish + Bloom Market.

For those who miss the episode, it will be available on demand the following day and on Hulu. Additionally, viewers can explore past seasons and episodes on Amazon Prime Video and iTunes.

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