Jam City

Jam City, Inc. is a prominent developer of mobile games, founded in 2009 by Chris DeWolfe and Josh Yguado. Originally known as SGN Games, the company rebranded in September 2016 and is headquartered in Culver City, California, with additional studios in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and Buenos Aires, as well as a subsidiary in Toronto. Jam City specializes in creating engaging mobile games that resonate with global audiences, including well-known franchises such as Cookie Jam and Panda Pop. The company collaborates with major entertainment brands to develop narrative-rich games based on popular franchises like Harry Potter and Marvel Avengers. Known for its creative excellence and technological innovation, Jam City focuses on storytelling, data science, and audience insights to enhance the gaming experience.

Josh Yguado

Co-Founder and CEO

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Ludia

Acquisition in 2021
Ludia Inc. is a video game company based in Montreal, Canada, specializing in the development and distribution of cross-platform digital games aimed at a broad consumer audience. Founded in 2006 and previously known as Newplay Corporation, Ludia creates interactive entertainment that includes both original and branded properties. Its portfolio features well-known titles such as Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader?, Family Feud, Jurassic Park, Press Your Luck, The Price Is Right, Where's Waldo?, and Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Additionally, Ludia has developed games based on popular franchises like Jurassic World, DreamWorks Dragons, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, allowing players to immerse themselves in their favorite universes across various game styles.

231 Play

Acquisition in 2019
231 Play is a mobile gaming studio based in Berlin, Germany, focused on developing high-quality interactive games. The company employs innovative and data-driven approaches to redesign and update classic game mechanics, adapting them for the modern digital landscape. By blending tradition with contemporary technology, 231 Play aims to create engaging gaming experiences that resonate with today's players.

Brainz Games

Acquisition in 2018
Brainz is a Colombia-based entertainment company that specializes in developing high-quality mobile games with a strong emphasis on narrative. Based in Bogotá, the studio has gained recognition as one of the leading game developers in Latin America, thanks to its experienced multi-disciplinary team and proprietary technology platform, Brainztorm. Brainz aims to create engaging gaming experiences by crafting original intellectual properties filled with rich narratives and well-developed characters. The company has received positive acclaim from both critics and players for its ambitious mid-core games, which reflect a commitment to high production values and immersive storytelling.

TinyCo

Acquisition in 2016
TinyCo, founded in 2009 by Suli Ali, specializes in the development of mobile games, having created over a dozen titles for platforms such as the App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon App Store. Notable games include Marvel Avengers Academy and Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff. The company aims to provide enjoyable mobile entertainment, focusing on popular entertainment franchises to enhance user experience. TinyCo's offerings are characterized by high-quality free-to-play games that foster engaging social interactions. The company has attracted investment from prominent venture capital firms and angel investors. In a strategic move to expand its reach, TinyCo was acquired by Jam City, a leader in mobile entertainment known for its successful gaming franchises and collaborations with iconic brands.

Kiwi

Acquisition in 2015
Kiwi, Inc. is a mobile entertainment company based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in the development of mobile games, particularly for Android devices. Founded in 2011, the company has established a strong presence in the mobile gaming market, with several titles reaching the Top 100 Grossing applications on Google Play. Kiwi is known for its commitment to creating engaging and enjoyable gaming experiences. The company has raised $9 million in funding, supported by notable investors including Sequoia Capital and prominent figures in the tech industry. As of 2015, Kiwi operates as a subsidiary of SGN Games, Inc.

Fat Rascal Games

Acquisition in 2015
Fat Rascal Games is an independent game developer based in the United States, specializing in the creation of mobile games and puzzles. The company owns and operates its own gaming studio, focusing on innovative and engaging game design. Through its development efforts, Fat Rascal Games aims to provide entertaining experiences for a diverse audience of mobile gamers.

Mob Science

Acquisition in 2013
Mob Science has been building fun and addictive social games since the early days of the industry – way back in 2008! Since then our games have been played and enjoyed by over 50 million people, with new fans discovering us every day. Mob Science is dedicated to bringing the science of fun to people everywhere through the power of social games. The company is an early Zynga Platform Partner and one of the top game developers on Facebook. It's games include such popular applications as inFamous Anarchy, Coffee Bar, Snowball Fight, Willy's Sweet Shop, Sea Garden, Christmas Cheer, Halloween Haunting, Drinks On Me and many others. We are based not far from the beach in beautiful Carlsbad, California.

MindJolt

Acquisition in 2011
MindJolt provides game developers to monetize their games and access gaming audiences on social platforms. They connect people through their games. They offer puzzles, strategy, and sports games.
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