News & Press
Updates, partnership announcements, roadmap posts, and case studies from Third Time Games.
We are an Orlando, Florida game studio focused on virtual horse racing, Solana gaming, and betting infrastructure. This newsroom covers our Kentucky Derby partnership, product launches, funding, and the technology behind Photo Finish LIVE and OpenTote.
2026 Florida Game Studio Report
A snapshot of Orlando game development across independent IP, AAA sports production, and co-development services.
Read more2026 Virtual Horse Racing Report
A category comparison of real-money simulation, casual mobile horse games, and blockchain ownership products.
Read more2026 Roadmap: Breaking out of the Gate...
What's working, what's next, and why we're bullish on Photo Finish™ LIVE, CROWN, and OpenTote in 2026.
Read moreSolana Case Study: Photo Finish LIVE
How Photo Finish LIVE uses Solana for an onchain Kentucky Derby experience — a deep dive by the Solana Foundation.
Read moreIan Cummings Chats with Zima Red
From EA Sports intern to Creative Director of Madden to founding Third Time Games — a deep dive into 23 years of game development.
Read moreWelcome Community Manager Bryce Shuck
Meet Sangudo Stables — the newest addition to the Photo Finish™ family as Community Manager.
Read moreA Fundraising Story
The harrowing tale of fundraising through the FTX collapse and crypto winter — lessons learned from the trenches.
Read moreChurchill Downs Partnership Brings Kentucky Derby to Virtual World
A groundbreaking multi-year deal to bring horse racing's most prestigious brand and events to Photo Finish™ LIVE.
Read more$3.5M Seed Round Led By London Venture Partners
Third Time Entertainment closes seed funding with key participation from Coinbase Ventures, Reciprocal Ventures, and more.
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