Atari

Atari is a prominent producer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment software, catering to diverse market segments across various platforms, including consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony, as well as smartphones and personal computers. The company operates an international distribution network, selling its games in over 60 countries and directly to consumers through its website. Atari's business encompasses four main areas: Games, Hardware, Licensing, and Blockchain. It boasts a rich portfolio of more than four hundred games and franchises, featuring iconic titles such as Pong, Breakout, Asteroids, Missile Command, Centipede, and RollerCoaster Tycoon. Additionally, Atari offers a range of gaming experiences, including mobile and online arcade games, highlighting its commitment to innovation in the electronic gaming and multimedia sector.

Jean-Marcel Nicolai

COO and Head Of Games

Wade Rosen

CEO and Chairman

13 past transactions

Transport Tycoon

Acquisition in 2024
Transport Tycoon provides transportation services with premium new locations, weather, vehicles, and scenarios.

Intellivision Entertainment

Acquisition in 2024
Intellivision Entertainment, originally established by Mattel in 1979, aims to revive the iconic video game brand with a focus on fostering family interactions through gaming. Relaunched in 2021, the company addresses the growing trend of families spending less time together due to varying interests and technological comfort levels. By offering a simple and affordable entertainment platform, Intellivision seeks to create a unified experience that appeals to all family members. The company also has a rich history of popular video game titles, including classics like Major League Baseball, Astrosmash, Night Stalker, and BurgerTime. Headquartered in Hermosa Beach, California, Intellivision Productions, Inc. continues to build on its legacy while promoting connections through shared gaming experiences.

Digital Eclipse

Acquisition in 2023
Digital Eclipse is an American video game developer focused on preserving classic games for future generations. The company specializes in porting 8-bit games to various platforms, including consoles and PCs, utilizing its proprietary engine. This technology allows for customization of gameplay, enabling companies to enhance original titles by adding special modes and features. Through its efforts, Digital Eclipse aims to maintain the legacy of vintage games while making them accessible to modern audiences.

AtariAge

Acquisition in 2023
AtariAge is an online platform that provides its users with news and insights related to the Atari video game console. It is also engaged in the sale of new games for the Atari 2600 and 5200, in addition to accessories and collecting supplies. It also provides a collection of links to other Atari 2600 sites. AtariAge has been featured or mentioned on CNN.com, Salon.com, Videogames.com, CNet's Gamecenter, Slashdot, NPR radio, TechTV, and print editions such as the Entertainment Weekly, Poptronics, the Austin Chronicle, eBay Magazine, and many more. AtariAge was originally founded in 1998 with the name Atari 2600 Nexus. In early 2001, the site was redesigned from the ground up. It was then re-launched as AtariAge in April 2001, featuring a new design and expanded coverage. AtariAge is based in Toronto, Canada.

Playmaji

Corporate Round in 2023
Playmaji, Inc. is a California-based specialty developer, producer, and manufacturer of next-generation video game related products for new and retro game consoles. The company was founded by video game development veterans Bryan Bernal and Eric Christensen. The Playmaji team at large has a diverse background and has shipped products such as AAA video games like Ratchet & Clank and Titanfall. We’ve also shipped digital storefronts like the Google Chrome Store, consumer electronics like the Vizio M-Series TVs, and TV boxes like the Roku 2, 3, and 4k.

Nightdive

Acquisition in 2023
Night Dive Studios is a video game developer dedicated to preserving classic games, ensuring that they remain accessible and playable without the complications of outdated technology. The company specializes in reviving and re-releasing forgotten titles, allowing players to enjoy these games on modern platforms. In addition to restoring classic titles, Night Dive Studios creates original and innovative games that prioritize enjoyable and rewarding gameplay experiences. With a team of experienced industry veterans, the company aims to bring back cherished games that deserve to be remembered and appreciated, much like films and literature that have been digitized and restored for future generations.

MobyGames

Acquisition in 2022
MobyGames is a comprehensive video game database that catalogs both historical and contemporary video games. Founded by Jim Leonard, Brian Hirt, and David Berk, the platform provides detailed information on electronic games, including summaries, screenshots, box art, developers, and publishers. It organizes its extensive database by various criteria such as year, manufacturer, platform, and genre, making it a valuable resource for gamers and industry professionals alike. MobyGames aims to enhance the gaming experience by allowing users to easily access relevant information about the games they wish to explore.

Wonder

Acquisition in 2020
Wonder is a company that operates in two distinct sectors: gaming and food delivery. In the gaming industry, Wonder develops an all-in-one platform specifically for Android mobile devices, enabling users to play, stream, and share games seamlessly across different devices, thus enhancing the overall gaming experience. In the food delivery sector, Wonder runs truck-based restaurants that allow consumers to order food via a mobile app. These trucks are dispatched to locations near users’ homes, where they prepare meals on-site to ensure freshness and quality in deliveries. This dual focus on technology and culinary services positions Wonder uniquely in the market, catering to diverse consumer needs.

Cryptic Studios

Acquisition in 2008
Cryptic Studios is an independent developer of massively multiplayer online games based in Los Gatos, California. The company has gained recognition for its critically acclaimed titles, including City of Heroes and City of Villains, which have garnered a strong fan base. Cryptic Studios focuses on creating high-quality, immersive gaming experiences that appeal to a broad audience. The company is actively developing and marketing free-to-play massively multiplayer role-playing games for both PC and console platforms. Its upcoming project, Champions Online, promises a customizable and action-oriented gameplay experience set in the Champions universe, further demonstrating its commitment to delivering engaging entertainment.

Shiny Entertainment

Acquisition in 2002
Shiny Entertainment, founded in 1993, is a developer of interactive video games for various platforms, including personal computers and video game consoles. The company is recognized for its original creation, Earthworm Jim, which has become a notable property in the gaming industry. In addition to Earthworm Jim, Shiny has developed several other titles, including Enter the Matrix, Messiah, and Sacrifice. Over the years, the studio has released eight products, with significant contributions to games based on The Matrix film franchise.

Hasbro Interactive

Acquisition in 2000
Hasbro Interactive was an American subsidiary of Hasbro, established in late 1995 to enter the video game market. The company aimed to develop and publish games based on Hasbro's popular board games, such as Monopoly and Scrabble, which had already seen success in the gaming industry through licensed adaptations. During its operation, Hasbro Interactive focused on creating various gaming software, including action and sports titles, leveraging Hasbro's extensive experience in game design. Despite initial ambitions, the company faced challenges, leading to the closure of several studios by early 2000 and the eventual sale of most of its properties to Infogrames, which completed the studio closures in 2001. Overall, Hasbro Interactive existed for six years as part of Hasbro's strategy to expand into the video game sector.
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