# Small Giant Games

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/small-giant-games

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Helsinki, Finland
- Website: www.smallgiantgames.com
- Total disclosed funding: $8.9M
- Latest round: Series A (Mar 9, 2017)
- Investors on record: 7

## About

Small Giant Games Ltd. is a mobile gaming company specializing in the development of engaging games that facilitate social interaction among players. Founded in Helsinki, Finland, in 2013, the company has established a strong presence in the mobile gaming sector.Founded in 2013 in Helsinki, Finland, Small Giant Games Ltd. develops mobile games focused on social experiences. The company was acquired by Zynga, Inc. in December 2018, with Zynga agreeing to purchase 80% of the company for USD 330 mn in cash and USD 230 mn in common stock. Jose Saarniniemi currently serves as CEO. The firm has completed a total of 5 deals, with the most recent deal occurring in December 2018. The company has raised a total of USD 560 mn to date.Small Giant Games specializes in developing mobile games designed to be easily accessible while providing deep, engaging social experiences. Their games foster community interaction, allowing players to cooperate and compete in beautifully crafted virtual worlds filled with diverse characters. The company targets a wide demographic, appealing to both casual gamers and those seeking long-term engagement. Their global customer base spans North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, where mobile gaming continues to grow.In the most recent year, Small Giant Games reported revenue of USD 332.93 mn and an EBITDA of USD 174.00 mn. The company primarily generates revenue through in-app purchases, allowing users to enhance their gaming experience. Their direct-to-consumer model enables players to download games for free, with monetization achieved through optional in-app purchases, which vary in size and scope. This model supports a large user base and is bolstered by the ongoing popularity of their flagship games.Small Giant Games plans to expand its product offerings by developing new mobile games designed to enhance player engagement. The company is also targeting growth in new geographic regions, particularly in parts of Asia and Latin America, by 2025. The recent acquisition by Zynga, Inc. will provide additional resources to support these initiatives, particularly in product development and market expansion efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Mar 9, 2017, $5.8M — EQT, Creandum, PROfounders Capital, Spintop Ventures, First Fellow Partners
- Seed, Oct 21, 2014, $3.1M — Creandum, PROfounders Capital, Spintop Ventures, CapA, Sisu Game Ventures, First Fellow Partners

## Investors

- Creandum (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/creandum) — Seed, Series A
- PROfounders Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/profounders-capital) — Seed, Series A
- Spintop Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/spintop-ventures) — Seed, Series A
- CapA (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/capa) — Seed
- Sisu Game Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/sisu-game-ventures) — Seed
- First Fellow Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/first-fellow-partners) — Seed, Series A
- EQT (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/eqt) — Series A