Glu Mobile Inc. is a developer and publisher of free-to-play mobile games tailored for smartphone and tablet users. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a diverse portfolio that spans various genres, including lifestyle, casual, mid-core, and sports. Glu Mobile is known for its original intellectual properties such as Cooking Dash, Covet Fashion, and Deer Hunter, as well as licensed titles like Kim Kardashian: Hollywood and Disney Sorcerer’s Arena. The company distributes its games primarily through direct-to-consumer digital platforms, including the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, ensuring accessibility to a wide audience. Glu Mobile has evolved significantly since its inception as Sorrent and its subsequent merger with Macrospace in 2004, establishing itself as a key player in the mobile gaming industry with additional offices in locations such as Brazil, Canada, China, and Russia.
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QuizUp
Acquisition in 2016
QuizUp is a mobile game developer known for its trivia game that fosters user interaction through features such as one-to-one messaging, discussion boards, and region-specific leaderboards. The game allows players to engage in trivia challenges organized by city, state, and country, enhancing the competitive experience. By combining social interaction with gaming, QuizUp creates a platform where users can not only test their knowledge but also connect with others in a dynamic way.
CrowdStar
Acquisition in 2016
CrowdStar, Inc. is a company that specializes in designing and developing fashion styling games aimed at women globally. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Burlingame, California, CrowdStar has gained prominence with its flagship game, Covet Fashion, which entertains millions of players daily. The company creates engaging social and mobile games that allow users to style head-to-toe looks using various brands. Its games are available on multiple platforms, including iOS, Google Play, Amazon, and Microsoft. CrowdStar has formed strategic partnerships with notable companies such as Tencent, NHN, and Facebook, and is backed by investors including Time Warner and Intel Capital. In 2016, CrowdStar became a subsidiary of Glu Mobile Inc.
QuizUp
Convertible Note in 2016
QuizUp is a mobile game developer known for its trivia game that fosters user interaction through features such as one-to-one messaging, discussion boards, and region-specific leaderboards. The game allows players to engage in trivia challenges organized by city, state, and country, enhancing the competitive experience. By combining social interaction with gaming, QuizUp creates a platform where users can not only test their knowledge but also connect with others in a dynamic way.
Cie Games
Acquisition in 2014
Cie Games is a prominent developer and publisher of mobile and social games, headquartered in Long Beach, California. The company is best known for its flagship game, Car Town, which has gained over 46 million players and is notable for being the first Facebook game centered around brands. Cie Games has established significant licensing and marketing partnerships with more than 35 major companies, including NASCAR, Walmart, General Motors, Regal Cinemas, and Ferrari. Additionally, the company has received accolades for its rapid growth, being recognized by Deloitte as a Technology Fast 500™ award winner in 2012 and listed among Forbes Top 50 “America’s Most Promising Companies” in 2011.
PlayFirst
Acquisition in 2014
PlayFirst is a mobile game developer based in Burlingame, California, recognized as a leader in creating engaging games for family and friends. The company has a diverse portfolio that includes popular titles from the DASH® series, such as Diner Dash®, Wedding Dash®, Cooking Dash®, Hotel Dash®, SpongeBob Diner Dash®, and Hotel Transylvania Dash®. In addition to the DASH® games, PlayFirst also offers a range of other game genres, including action, adventure, mystery, puzzle, simulation, and strategy. With tens of millions of players worldwide, PlayFirst continues to focus on delivering quality entertainment that appeals to a broad audience.
GameSpy
Acquisition in 2012
GameSpy Technology, a division of Glu Mobile, specializes in providing connected gaming technology and services to the gaming industry. Established in 1999, GameSpy has developed multiplayer technologies that enhance and extend gameplay experiences across all gaming platforms. Its services have been employed in over 900 titles, including notable games like Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, Mario Kart Wii, and the Command & Conquer 3 franchise. The company's offerings include user-generated content and data storage, player metrics and rankings, in-game commerce, multiplayer gameplay, community engagement, and consulting services for game developers. GameSpy's contributions to the gaming landscape were recognized when it received the Front Line Award from Category Networking in 2011.
Griptonite Games
Acquisition in 2011
Griptonite Games develops titles for multiple platforms including consoles, Nintendo’s DS and the iPhone.
Blammo Games
Acquisition in 2011
Blammo Games Inc. is a mobile gaming development studio based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2011. The company specializes in creating mobile games and videos designed for entertainment on touchscreen devices, including tablets and smartphones. With a focus on engaging gameplay, Blammo Games aims to deliver enjoyable experiences to users through innovative and accessible mobile applications.
Superscape
Acquisition in 2008
Superscape is an online platform to play video games. Acquired by glu mobile in 2008
MIG China
Acquisition in 2007
MIG China Co., Ltd. is a mobile game entertainment company based in China, founded in 2005. The company specializes in the development and publishing of mobile games, offering a range of entertainment services to its users. MIG China has established a comprehensive production process that includes independent game design, original art creation, and engine development. As a result, it has successfully launched several high-quality games, many of which have received top ratings from authoritative media outlets. Notable titles developed by the company include Eternal Warrior 4, The Deer Hunter 2014, Pocket Commercial Street, and FireWire instructions. With a strong focus on innovation, MIG China continues to advance its research and development efforts in the fast-paced mobile gaming market.
iFone
Acquisition in 2006
iFone Ltd. operates as a mobile Game Developer.
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