# 5173.com

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/5173-com

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Shanghai, China
- Website: www.5173.com
- Total disclosed funding: $6.3M
- Latest round: Series C (Jun 1, 2006)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

5173.com is a prominent online gaming service provider that connects players with a variety of multiplayer games, offering hosting, distribution, and community management services to enhance user engagement.Established in 2002, 5173.com operates from Shanghai, China, focusing on the online gaming industry. The company has successfully executed 4 deals, with the latest being a Series B round in December 2007, which raised USD 6.30 mn from investors such as IDG Capital, WOORI Venture Partners, and Walden Catalyst. The founder's previous entrepreneurial experience has contributed to the company's strategic positioning in the market.5173??????? specializes in providing an array of online gaming services, primarily focused on connecting players with various multiplayer online games. The company’s core offerings include game hosting, distribution, and community management services that enhance user engagement and streamline game accessibility. These services cater to a diverse clientele, ranging from game developers seeking reliable platforms for their titles to gamers who require seamless access to their favorite games. Targeted primarily towards the Chinese market, the company's services serve millions of end users who engage in both casual and competitive gaming experiences. The products aim to address challenges such as latency issues and the need for community support, ensuring that players enjoy a stable and interactive gaming environment.The revenue model of 5173??????? is primarily structured around subscription-based services, partnerships with game developers, and direct-to-consumer transactions. The company generates income by offering tiered subscription plans that provide users with various levels of access to their gaming services, including premium features and exclusive content. Additionally, partnerships with game developers create revenue-sharing opportunities, where developers benefit from the platform's extensive reach while 5173??????? earns a commission on sales generated through its services. The pricing structure of these subscriptions reflects the value-added services provided, ensuring a steady revenue stream while simultaneously catering to the evolving preferences of gamers in the competitive online market.5173.com plans to enhance its service offerings with new products aimed at improving player experiences and community engagement. The company is also exploring expansion into international markets, targeting regions with growing gaming communities by 2025. The proceeds from the recent Series B funding will support these initiatives, including product development and market entry strategies.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Jun 1, 2006 — WOORI Venture Partners
- Series B, Jan 1, 2005, $6.3M — Walden Catalyst, IDG Capital, WOORI Venture Partners

## Investors

- Walden Catalyst (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/walden-catalyst) — Series B
- IDG Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/idg-capital) — Series B
- WOORI Venture Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/woori-venture-partners) — Series B, Series C