Cem Tutuncuoglu

Founder | Kraker & Something Casual

Istanbul, Türkiye

About

I build things people actually want to use and talk about. As a game and tech entrepreneur, I focus on creating viral, snackable experiences that sit at the intersection of fun and function. Sometimes they solve real problems, sometimes they help people switch off, but they are always designed to stick. Whether it’s developing immersive simulation games through Kraker Studio or building apps that simplify everyday life, I treat every product as something with the potential to resonate and grow through real user connection. I care deeply about building love brands, things people connect with, share, and return to. This is the common thread across everything I do. From the edgy, lifestyle-driven identity of Crossbone to the community energy of Something Casual, a networking series I founded to bridge tech and creative minds through high-quality, laid-back interactions. I place strong value on networking, communication, and teamwork, and I believe the best ideas and products emerge from meaningful human connections. My background as an architect and brand manager in the entertainment industry is where I first learned what really drives engagement: emotion, environment, and human connection. Today, I apply those spatial and emotional principles to the digital world. I think in systems, how a bold idea becomes a product, and how that product evolves into a lifestyle. Bold ideas. Playful thinking. Always curious. Because in the end, it’s not just about building, it’s about creating things people actually care about.

Experience

  • Founder at Kraker
    Jan 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

    We develop cross platfrom games and IPs

  • Founder at Something Casual
    May 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

    Organizing fun networking events for Game Industry professionals

  • Founder at yeniDisko
    Feb 2018 - Aug 2020 · 2 yrs 7 mos

    We create hip F&B and Hospitality Brands and create strong franchising systems. We are trying to build a great connection between our beloved clients and our company. We design your brand's whole touching points with customers. From web design to fair stands or interior designs, we together shape your brand's identity. We use tools of architecture, Virtual Reality, graphic design, ux design, marketing, game design etc. Connection and experience is the key. Always innovative, respectful and positive!!!

  • Design Director at Osmanlı Gıda
    Jan 2017 - Feb 2018 · 1 yr 2 mos

    Sir Winston, Pizza Locale, Müdavim Pide, 1453 Osmanlı - Architectural designs and management of construction sites of various restaurants

  • Business Development Manager at Kafe Pi Group
    Nov 2015 - Jul 2016 · 9 mos

    I was responsible for new job opportunities, I have created new restaurant consepts, I designed and built them and I was responsible for the operations and management of the restaurants