Nex Team Inc.

Nex is a motion entertainment company headquartered in San Jose, California, dedicated to transforming sedentary screen time into active, communal playtime. Founded in 2017, its mission is to leverage technology to enable joyful movement, foster laughter, and connect families through engaging physical experiences.

The company's flagship product is Nex Playground, an active play system and video game console launched in December 2023. This innovative device utilizes AI and computer vision to convert living rooms into interactive play spaces, encouraging natural body movement without the need for traditional controllers. Nex Playground offers a diverse range of games, including original sports and fitness titles, educational content, and collaborations with major brands such as Hasbro, Sesame Workshop, Universal, DreamWorks, and the NHL. Prior to Nex Playground, the company developed successful apps like HomeCourt for basketball training and Active Arcade for fitness games.

Led by co-founder and CEO David Lee, Nex has rapidly gained market recognition. The Nex Playground sold over 100,000 units by the end of 2024 and has garnered numerous accolades, including TIME's Best Inventions, Parents' Toy of the Year, and an Apple Design Award. In May 2024, the company expanded its leadership team with the appointment of Tom Kang as President and Stephen Saiz as Vice President of Publishing, signaling a focus on growing retail and brand partnerships. Nex is positioned as a significant entrant in the game console market, emphasizing family-friendly, motion-based gaming.