HSG

HSG, formerly known as Sequoia Capital China, is a global venture capital and private equity firm, managing over USD 55 billion across various funds. Established in 2005, HSG invests in technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors, with a focus on seed, venture, growth, buyout, and infrastructure stages. The firm has backed over 1,500 companies, with more than 160 listed on public exchanges and over 140 achieving unicorn status. HSG operates globally, with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, London, Tokyo, and Singapore, providing extensive resources and industry expertise to its portfolio companies.

Rohit Agarwal

Managing Director

Mohit Bhatnagar

Managing Director

Wang Chenyu

Vice President

Sakshi Chopra

Managing Director

Raghavv Garg

Analyst

Pushpak Kedia

Vice President

Sunint Khurana

Analyst

Cherry Lu

Partner

Ishaan Mittal

Managing Director

Saksham Mittal

Analyst

Abhishek Mohan

Principal

Javier Ng

Associate

Enita Pu

Partner

Wendy Qian

Analyst

Haim Sadger

Partner

Yoav Shaked

Partner

Johan Surani

Vice President

Vedant Trivedi

Associate

Aradhita Tuli

Investment Analyst

Pavel Vyhnalek

Operating Partner

Fu Xin

Partner

Past deals in Gaming

Mocaverse

Venture Round in 2024
Mocaverse is a membership NFT collection developed by Animoca Brands, designed to support its companies, projects, investments, shareholders, and partners. It features 8,888 unique characters that represent the diverse collaborations within the Animoca ecosystem. The primary goal of Mocaverse is to provide web3-native tools that facilitate onboarding and growth for various gaming and entertainment projects. By leveraging its membership structure, Mocaverse aims to enhance community engagement and foster innovation within the web3 landscape.

Martial Arts Awakening

Seed Round in 2024
Martial Arts Awakening is a blockchain game developer focused on the long-term development of blockchain, Web3.0, Metaverse, and NFT ecosystems.

Mayhem Studios

Series A in 2023
Mayhem Studios is a mobile game development studio that focuses on creating AAA battle royal games. Its flagship product, Underworld Gang Wars (UGW), is a AAA battle royale game that integrates Indian culture and aesthetics into the gameplay. The game features iconic Indian locations, distinctive characters, and culturally relevant elements, offering players a fresh and immersive experience.

Forking

Seed Round in 2022
Forking is a virtual reality content production service provider focused on creating immersive social experiences within virtual worlds. The company is actively developing a unique VR game that aims to offer an authentic social gaming experience, distinguishing itself from existing offerings in the market. By fostering a vibrant virtual reality community, Forking aspires to enable users to engage and connect in a dynamic and colorful environment, enhancing the way people interact and experience gaming together.

Esports Daily India

Series B in 2022
The latest news from across the e-sports industry covering interviews, event coverage, opinion pieces, reviews and much more from the e-sports world. E-sports is a booming global industry where skilled video gamers play competitively.

Fanclash

Series B in 2022
FanClash is an esports platform that specializes in providing fantasy sports experiences for esports enthusiasts. The platform enables users to engage in fantasy leagues centered around popular esports titles such as PUBG and Call of Duty. Users can form their own teams, participate in contests, and earn real cash prizes based on the performance of their selected players. Additionally, FanClash offers features that allow gamers to create tournaments, communicate with friends and fans, and stay updated on various games and streamers. This comprehensive approach positions FanClash as a key player in the growing esports and fantasy gaming market.

BUD

Series B in 2022
BUD, founded in 2019 by former Snap engineers Risa Feng and Shawn Lin, is a Singapore-based company that operates a user-generated open metaverse gaming platform. This platform connects millions of virtual worlds created by a community of approximately 9 million creators. Since its global launch in November 2021, BUD has rapidly gained popularity, ranking among the top 10 social apps in over 38 countries, including regions in North America, Southeast Asia, and South America. The platform allows users to easily customize 3D worlds through a simple drag-and-drop interface, enabling the creation and sharing of interactive experiences that range from social hangouts to competitive games. BUD has evolved into a vibrant digital social hub where users can create, play, and interact with 3D content alongside friends.

Phantom Galaxies

Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Phantom Galaxies, established by Blowfish Studios, specializes in developing immersive, blockchain-based gaming experiences. Their flagship product is an open-world mech combat game set in a sci-fi universe, currently in Alpha phase. The game offers diverse Starfighter classes, customizable weapons, and a captivating narrative, appealing to both traditional gamers and Web3 enthusiasts. As of now, three out of four Alpha episodes are accessible, with Beta launch expected in Q3 2022.

Skillmatics

Series B in 2022
Skillmatics is a Mumbai-based company that specializes in developing educational products and learning games for children aged ten and under. Founded in 2016, Skillmatics focuses on providing engaging content that fosters cognitive skill development and reinforces essential learning concepts. The company's innovative approach to education combines fun and interactive methodologies, aiming for holistic development in young learners. Through its diverse range of products, Skillmatics seeks to make learning enjoyable and effective for preschool and primary school children.

Ethlas

Seed Round in 2022
Ethlas is a Web3 software and gaming company focused on revolutionizing the gaming industry by utilizing blockchain technology to create innovative user experiences. The company aims to make Web3 accessible and secure for a broad audience, facilitating the monetization of gaming through play-to-earn models that allow players to earn cryptocurrency rewards. Ethlas develops gaming and infrastructure tools that enhance the usability and safety of Web3 for both gamers and businesses. Players can engage in various skill-based games, compete in rankings, and participate in tournaments, thereby enriching their gaming experience while benefiting from the economic opportunities provided by the Web3 ecosystem.

Faze

Series A in 2022
Faze app is a Cricket NFT platform where fans can collect, use, play, and interact with cricket through NFTs. It combines NFTs, gaming, utilities, and real-world experiences to create a platform for fans to collect, use, play, and interact. It was founded in 2021.

Finblox

Seed Round in 2022
Finblox is a digital asset platform that offers users a gamified experience for managing their cryptocurrency investments. The platform allows users to trade, engage in gaming activities, and earn passive rewards on various digital assets, including USDC, BUSD, BTC, ETH, and AXS. Finblox's app features a high-yield savings option, made possible through partnerships with financial institutions that borrow cryptocurrency against posted collateral. This structure enables users to participate in investment activities with ease while benefiting from competitive returns on their assets.

Ethlas

Seed Round in 2022
Ethlas is a Web3 software and gaming company focused on revolutionizing the gaming industry by utilizing blockchain technology to create innovative user experiences. The company aims to make Web3 accessible and secure for a broad audience, facilitating the monetization of gaming through play-to-earn models that allow players to earn cryptocurrency rewards. Ethlas develops gaming and infrastructure tools that enhance the usability and safety of Web3 for both gamers and businesses. Players can engage in various skill-based games, compete in rankings, and participate in tournaments, thereby enriching their gaming experience while benefiting from the economic opportunities provided by the Web3 ecosystem.

Taichi Graphics

Series A in 2022
Taichi Graphics is a company that specializes in developing open-source computer graphics infrastructure and software tailored for digital content creation. Their flagship product is the Taichi programming language, a widely-used open-source graphics framework. The company's innovative technologies have extensive applications across various fields, including physical simulation, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, robotics, and special visual effects for films and games. By providing accessible graphics technologies, Taichi Graphics empowers digital content creators to leverage advanced tools efficiently.

STEPN

Seed Round in 2022
STEPN is a blockchain-based fitness application that operates a move-to-earn NFT gaming platform, allowing users to earn rewards for their physical activities. By purchasing non-fungible tokens (NFTs) that have a limited lifespan, users can engage in specific exercises and accumulate the platform's native tokens as incentives for their efforts. The app combines elements of gaming and fitness, encouraging a healthier lifestyle while providing financial rewards for exercising. Through this innovative model, STEPN aims to motivate users to stay active and integrate fitness into their daily routines.

IndiGG

Seed Round in 2022
IndiGG is an NFT based play-to-earn game in the web3 frontier. IndiGG is the India sub-decentralized autonomous organization(subDAO) of YGG.

Parametrix.ai

Series B in 2022
Parametrix.ai is a startup focused on transforming the gaming industry through advanced artificial intelligence solutions. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in China, the company specializes in the integration of AI capabilities into game scenarios, enhancing the development process and player experience. Its technology encompasses machine learning, reinforcement learning, and large system engineering, enabling complex environmental sensing, decision-making, and the creation of dynamic game elements such as teams and enemies. By fostering AI entities as native participants in virtual worlds, Parametrix.ai aims to collaboratively design immersive and inclusive gaming environments that engage players in innovative ways.

Vland

Series A in 2021
Vland is a social interactive cloud platform that provides real-time audio, game, and video technology to create virtual space as a service.

Finblox

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Finblox is a digital asset platform that offers users a gamified experience for managing their cryptocurrency investments. The platform allows users to trade, engage in gaming activities, and earn passive rewards on various digital assets, including USDC, BUSD, BTC, ETH, and AXS. Finblox's app features a high-yield savings option, made possible through partnerships with financial institutions that borrow cryptocurrency against posted collateral. This structure enables users to participate in investment activities with ease while benefiting from competitive returns on their assets.

Xinguang Liumei

Series B in 2021
Xinguang Liumei specializes in the development and operation of mobile games, aiming to enhance the gaming experience for its users. The company is dedicated to creating entertaining and engaging game content while also focusing on the development of gaming intellectual property. Through its innovative approach, Xinguang Liumei seeks to achieve commercial success and provide players with a more immersive and enjoyable gaming experience.

ThinkingData

Series C in 2021
ThinkingData operates a big data analysis platform specifically designed for the gaming industry. The company utilizes advanced natural language processing and text mining technologies to provide users with real-time insights into player behavior, feedback, and public opinion on products. This comprehensive analysis aids gaming businesses in optimizing product experiences, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving user engagement and revenue growth. By offering a self-service data acquisition system, ThinkingData improves data awareness and analysis capabilities for its clients, enabling them to achieve greater data efficiency while reducing analytical costs.

Faze

Seed Round in 2021
Faze app is a Cricket NFT platform where fans can collect, use, play, and interact with cricket through NFTs. It combines NFTs, gaming, utilities, and real-world experiences to create a platform for fans to collect, use, play, and interact. It was founded in 2021.

Animoca Brands

Venture Round in 2021
Animoca Brands, established in 2019 and headquartered in the Cayman Islands, is a venture capital firm focused on the technology sector. It invests in and supports creators who leverage web3 and blockchain technologies to drive digital property rights to gamers and internet users through non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The company develops and markets a portfolio of mobile applications, games, and educational products, utilizing gamification and blockchain to ensure transparency, security, and innovative business models.

Mobile Premier League

Series E in 2021
Mobile Premier League is a skill-based eSports platform that allows users to engage in a variety of mobile games and win real cash prizes. The platform features an extensive selection of games, including arcade, sports, and adventure genres, catering to diverse gaming preferences. By providing a space for game enthusiasts to demonstrate their skills, Mobile Premier League facilitates both competitive gameplay and social interaction among friends, enhancing the overall gaming experience. The company focuses on creating an engaging environment where players can not only enjoy their favorite games but also earn rewards based on their performance.

Fanclash

Series A in 2021
FanClash is an esports platform that specializes in providing fantasy sports experiences for esports enthusiasts. The platform enables users to engage in fantasy leagues centered around popular esports titles such as PUBG and Call of Duty. Users can form their own teams, participate in contests, and earn real cash prizes based on the performance of their selected players. Additionally, FanClash offers features that allow gamers to create tournaments, communicate with friends and fans, and stay updated on various games and streamers. This comprehensive approach positions FanClash as a key player in the growing esports and fantasy gaming market.

Skillmatics

Series A in 2021
Skillmatics is a Mumbai-based company that specializes in developing educational products and learning games for children aged ten and under. Founded in 2016, Skillmatics focuses on providing engaging content that fosters cognitive skill development and reinforces essential learning concepts. The company's innovative approach to education combines fun and interactive methodologies, aiming for holistic development in young learners. Through its diverse range of products, Skillmatics seeks to make learning enjoyable and effective for preschool and primary school children.

Taichi Graphics

Angel Round in 2021
Taichi Graphics is a company that specializes in developing open-source computer graphics infrastructure and software tailored for digital content creation. Their flagship product is the Taichi programming language, a widely-used open-source graphics framework. The company's innovative technologies have extensive applications across various fields, including physical simulation, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, robotics, and special visual effects for films and games. By providing accessible graphics technologies, Taichi Graphics empowers digital content creators to leverage advanced tools efficiently.

Moore Threads

Seed Round in 2021
Moore Threads, founded in 2020 and based in Beijing, China, specializes in developing Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) technology and services. The company focuses on enabling visual computing, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing applications for a diverse range of sectors, including gaming and the creative industry. By providing advanced GPU technology and services for data centers, edge computing servers, professional workstations, and high-performance PCs, Moore Threads helps clients achieve significant computational power for their processes.

Moore Threads

Seed Round in 2020
Moore Threads, founded in 2020 and based in Beijing, China, specializes in developing Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) technology and services. The company focuses on enabling visual computing, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing applications for a diverse range of sectors, including gaming and the creative industry. By providing advanced GPU technology and services for data centers, edge computing servers, professional workstations, and high-performance PCs, Moore Threads helps clients achieve significant computational power for their processes.

Mobile Premier League

Series C in 2020
Mobile Premier League is a skill-based eSports platform that allows users to engage in a variety of mobile games and win real cash prizes. The platform features an extensive selection of games, including arcade, sports, and adventure genres, catering to diverse gaming preferences. By providing a space for game enthusiasts to demonstrate their skills, Mobile Premier League facilitates both competitive gameplay and social interaction among friends, enhancing the overall gaming experience. The company focuses on creating an engaging environment where players can not only enjoy their favorite games but also earn rewards based on their performance.

Rheo TV

Seed Round in 2020
Rheo TV is a game-streaming platform that aims to make professional game streaming a mainstream career option in India by building an entertainment ecosystem that drives engagement and monetization. Today, India has nearly 200 million active gamers on smartphones. Ubiquitous internet infrastructure and affordable smartphones are leading to the increasing popularity of multiplayer online gaming in India, and Rheo TV is tapping into this phenomenon.

Pocket Aces

Series B in 2019
Pocket Aces Pvt. Ltd., established in Mumbai, India in 2013, is a digital entertainment company that produces and distributes engaging content across multiple platforms. It operates FilterCopy for short videos, Dice Media for long-form web series targeting young audiences, Gobble for food and lifestyle content, and LOCO as an interactive live gaming platform. The company uses technology such as AI and machine learning to create and circulate entertaining content via social media channels and online platforms.

Mobile Premier League

Series A in 2019
Mobile Premier League is a skill-based eSports platform that allows users to engage in a variety of mobile games and win real cash prizes. The platform features an extensive selection of games, including arcade, sports, and adventure genres, catering to diverse gaming preferences. By providing a space for game enthusiasts to demonstrate their skills, Mobile Premier League facilitates both competitive gameplay and social interaction among friends, enhancing the overall gaming experience. The company focuses on creating an engaging environment where players can not only enjoy their favorite games but also earn rewards based on their performance.

Skillmatics

Seed Round in 2019
Skillmatics is a Mumbai-based company that specializes in developing educational products and learning games for children aged ten and under. Founded in 2016, Skillmatics focuses on providing engaging content that fosters cognitive skill development and reinforces essential learning concepts. The company's innovative approach to education combines fun and interactive methodologies, aiming for holistic development in young learners. Through its diverse range of products, Skillmatics seeks to make learning enjoyable and effective for preschool and primary school children.

Tongxing School

Seed Round in 2019
Tongxing School is a children's creativity education brand that focuses on experiential learning. It offers a range of services designed to foster creativity and problem-solving skills in young learners. Activities include story creation, lunar base design in the field of astronomy, and the construction of natural ecological models. The school emphasizes innovative thinking through a student-centered curriculum that integrates cultural expeditions and online audio lessons. This approach aims to enhance learning outcomes and provide children with the tools to address challenges creatively.

Band Protocol

Seed Round in 2019
Band Protocol is a decentralized blockchain protocol that serves as a cross-chain data oracle platform, designed to connect real-world data and APIs with smart contracts. Founded in 2017 and based in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, it addresses the challenge of blockchains being unable to securely access external data. By providing reliable data access without central points of failure, Band Protocol enhances the functionality of smart contracts, facilitating the development of decentralized applications such as decentralized finance (DeFi), prediction markets, and gaming. The platform enables the creation of tokenized marketplaces and supports the introduction of both real-world products and new digital assets, including rare digital collectibles.

Kaiheikeji Digital

Series A in 2018
Kaiheikeji Digital Co. Ltd., established in 2016 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, specializes in mobile entertainment gaming applications. The company operates an online game sparring service platform that allows users to post their gaming requests, including their skill level and desired price. Qualified players can then choose to accept these requests, facilitating a personalized gaming experience where they accompany clients during gameplay. This innovative approach connects gamers with tailored services, enhancing user engagement in the growing digital entertainment sector.

Kaiheikeji Digital

Series A in 2017
Kaiheikeji Digital Co. Ltd., established in 2016 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, specializes in mobile entertainment gaming applications. The company operates an online game sparring service platform that allows users to post their gaming requests, including their skill level and desired price. Qualified players can then choose to accept these requests, facilitating a personalized gaming experience where they accompany clients during gameplay. This innovative approach connects gamers with tailored services, enhancing user engagement in the growing digital entertainment sector.

Microfun

Post in 2017
Microfun is a provider of an online gaming platform that focuses on casual games, primarily in China. The company's system is designed to enhance mobile entertainment by offering a range of engaging and adventurous mobile games. By improving access to casual gaming, Microfun aims to deliver enjoyable experiences to users, making entertainment more accessible and appealing in the mobile gaming market.

ShineZone

Series A in 2016
ShineZone specializes in game development and operation, focusing on creating high-quality gaming experiences by paying attention to every detail. The company aims to produce boutique games by integrating user feedback into their design process. Additionally, ShineZone operates a platform that facilitates the entry of Chinese video games into the global market, providing services such as overseas distribution, investment, and incubation. The team comprises talented professionals from leading game companies, ensuring a high level of management and expertise in their endeavors. Through these efforts, ShineZone is committed to promoting Chinese games internationally.

Douyu TV

Series B in 2016
Douyu TV is a live streaming media platform that provides live content such as games, sports, variety shows, entertainment, and more. The live-stream platform offers services like video-sharing for the students live broadcast, covers the main live game and sports as well as other live contents, enabling users to submit, view, and add commentary subtitles to videos of games, while incorporating content ranging from sports, variety shows, and entertainment. Zhang Wenming founded Douyu TV in 2013, with its headquarters in Wuhan in China.

5EPlay

Series A in 2016
5EPlay.com, formerly known as CS1.6 Yuezhan.com o3o4o5, is a professional media and platform focused on CS:GO. Since its inception in 2011, the company has been dedicated to promoting the development of CS projects in Asia. It has run more than 30 large-scale CS brand events on its own and hosted more than 10 Asian qualifiers. The team's participation in the ESWC, ESL, and other international CS:GO events have repeatedly broken domestic players' online viewing records. Its core products "5EPLAY Easy to Play," "5E Battle Platform," and "5E Competition Standard Solution" not only provide players with the needs of "watching" and "playing" CS:GO, but also provide professional event organizations with a complete set of event procedures from publicity, registration, live broadcast, and execution, and providing a strong guarantee for the professionalization of CS:GO events in China.

Yingxiong Huyu

Series A in 2015
Yingxiong Huyu specializes in the development of mobile e-sports games and the organization of e-sports competitions. The company focuses on creating engaging gaming experiences that cater to the growing demand for mobile e-sports, while also facilitating competitive events that bring players together. Through its dual role as a game developer and competition organizer, Yingxiong Huyu aims to contribute to the vibrant e-sports ecosystem, appealing to both gamers and audiences interested in competitive gaming.

Zenjoy

Series A in 2015
Zenjoy is a developer of mobile games and applications, primarily focused on the iOS platform. The company offers a range of services aimed at the international market, including various mobile apps and games. Notable products include a photo collage editor, a photo editor, a ringtone maker, and a music application for SoundCloud. In addition to these apps, Zenjoy has developed popular mobile games such as Forest Mania and Reign of Summoners, providing users with high-quality entertainment and tools for personal creativity.

Moonfrog Labs

Series A in 2015
Moonfrog Labs is an independent game studio that specializes in developing and publishing mobile games, particularly in the genres of board and social card games. The company focuses on creating engaging digital gaming experiences that allow users to discover, learn, and play various card and strategy games. By leveraging innovative design and technology, Moonfrog Labs aims to provide a unique gaming platform that enhances user interaction and enjoyment across multiple devices.

Rounds entertainment

Series B in 2015
Rounds Entertainment Ltd. develops mobile applications that facilitate social interaction through video and entertainment. The company's flagship product, Rounds, allows users to connect with friends, meet new people, play games, watch videos, and listen to music. By integrating online entertainment with video communication, Rounds aims to create live, engaging experiences across various social networks, operating systems, and devices. Additionally, Rounds offers cross-platform solutions, including a web version and applications compatible with Facebook and desktop environments. Founded in February 2008 by Dany Fishel, Ilan Leibovich, and Dimitry Shestek, Rounds was initially known as 6rounds until it rebranded in August 2010. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, and has operated as a subsidiary of Kik Interactive, Inc. since January 2017.

Zenjoy

Angel Round in 2014
Zenjoy is a developer of mobile games and applications, primarily focused on the iOS platform. The company offers a range of services aimed at the international market, including various mobile apps and games. Notable products include a photo collage editor, a photo editor, a ringtone maker, and a music application for SoundCloud. In addition to these apps, Zenjoy has developed popular mobile games such as Forest Mania and Reign of Summoners, providing users with high-quality entertainment and tools for personal creativity.

Capstone Gaming

Series A in 2014
Capstone Gaming is a mobile game developer.

Indra Soft

Angel Round in 2014
Guangzhou Indra Soft Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company specializing in the design and development of mobile games. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Guangzhou, the company creates a variety of game types, including shooting games, open world, roguelike, and war chess. Indra Soft is known for its multi-line research and development capabilities, which enable it to craft detailed game worlds and storylines, enhancing the gaming experience for players. Among its notable products is Raziel, a flagship dark hack-and-slash action role-playing game developed in collaboration with Tencent Games, featuring high-quality graphics and immersive gameplay. In addition to game development, Indra Soft also engages in painting and the publication of comic stories.

1006.tv

Series B in 2014
1006.TV develops mobile games, gaming platforms, and related media, along with media evaluation services and information about these products. It provides mobile game rankings, reviews, news, games, video reviews and other media services. It enables users to find and share more interesting mobile games. 1006.TV also provides mobile product reviews, PC-based gaming versions, and more information and functions. It is a key UGC platform in China. As of June 2014, It has 36 million users and 1.7 million active users. Key features of the platform would be the fusion of expression elements that provides a more realistic gaming experience. It has received funds from ClearVue Partners, Matrix Partners, Sequoia Capital, and other venture firms. 1006.TV was established in September 2009, based in Beijing, China.

ImbaTV

Series A in 2014
ImbaTV is a platform dedicated to the distribution of video content related to gaming, catering specifically to game enthusiasts. It operates an online service that provides live broadcasts of competitive video gaming, allowing users to engage in online gaming contests. Based in China, ImbaTV focuses on delivering a rich array of game-related video content, creating a vibrant community for gamers to connect and participate in various gaming events.

Octro

Series A in 2014
Octro, Inc. is a mobile gaming company established in 2006 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, with an engineering office in Delhi, India. Initially focused on developing productivity applications and pioneering mobile Voice-over-IP technology, the company shifted its focus to mobile gaming and has since become one of the fastest-growing firms in this sector. Octro specializes in online cross-platform games, notably Teen Patti and Indian Rummy, which have achieved significant popularity on major platforms such as iOS, Android, and Windows. These games allow for real-time multiplayer experiences, catering to a diverse audience and enhancing leisure options for players.

Moonfrog Labs

Seed Round in 2014
Moonfrog Labs is an independent game studio that specializes in developing and publishing mobile games, particularly in the genres of board and social card games. The company focuses on creating engaging digital gaming experiences that allow users to discover, learn, and play various card and strategy games. By leveraging innovative design and technology, Moonfrog Labs aims to provide a unique gaming platform that enhances user interaction and enjoyment across multiple devices.

Douyu TV

Series B in 2014
Douyu TV is a live streaming media platform that provides live content such as games, sports, variety shows, entertainment, and more. The live-stream platform offers services like video-sharing for the students live broadcast, covers the main live game and sports as well as other live contents, enabling users to submit, view, and add commentary subtitles to videos of games, while incorporating content ranging from sports, variety shows, and entertainment. Zhang Wenming founded Douyu TV in 2013, with its headquarters in Wuhan in China.

Chukong Technologies

Series D in 2013
Chukong Technologies is a mobile entertainment platform company headquartered in Beijing, China, with additional operations in Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei, and Menlo Park, California. Originally founded as CocoaChina.com, the largest iOS developer community in China, Chukong provides tools and resources aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for mobile content creators globally. The company is known for sponsoring and maintaining Cocos2d-x, a cross-platform open-source game engine that has gained significant traction, with over 1.1 million downloads in 150 countries and a presence in seven of the top ten grossing games in China. Complementing the game engine, Chukong has developed CocoStudio, a toolset that simplifies game design and animation. The company also operates an in-house development studio, which has produced several successful games, including the Fishing Joy franchise. Furthermore, under the CocoaChina brand, Chukong collaborates with international developers to help them navigate the Chinese mobile gaming market, offering services that encompass game design feedback, monetization strategies, and localization assistance. With a portfolio that boasts over 1 billion monthly game sessions and 63 million active users, Chukong continues to explore opportunities for both Chinese and international developers.

Onavo

Series B in 2012
Onavo, founded 2010, is the company behind Onavo Insights, the largest mobile intelligence service, and the developer of the award-winning Onavo mobile utility apps. Onavo Insights market intelligence data, powered by fully anonymized data from Onavo's apps, powers business decisions in companies in verticals diverse as finance, gaming, entertainment and social networking, and reports are cited regularly in the press as the primary barometer of the mobile app ecosystem.

Hoolai Game

Series B in 2011
Hoolai Games, founded in 2008 by CEO Qiao Wanli and President Jian Huang, is a prominent developer and publisher of social Web and mobile games in China. Headquartered in Beijing, the company has established a diverse portfolio that includes popular titles such as Hoolai Three Kingdoms, War of Immortals, Hoolai Poker, and Checkmate. Hoolai Games focuses on creating entertaining cross-platform experiences that allow players to engage with games across various devices. The company also operates offices in Shanghai, Tokyo, Guangzhou, Taipei, and Silicon Valley, reinforcing its commitment to the global gaming market.

DroidHen

Series A in 2011
DroidHen, based in Shanghai, specializes in the development of online games for Android platforms. The company has successfully launched a variety of casual action and puzzle games, achieving over 100 million downloads on the Android Play Store, making it one of the leading mobile game developers in China. Notable titles from DroidHen include the Defender series, iRunner, RacingMoto, and Dinosaur War, reflecting its focus on engaging and accessible gaming experiences for a wide audience.

Chukong Technologies

Series B in 2011
Chukong Technologies is a mobile entertainment platform company headquartered in Beijing, China, with additional operations in Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei, and Menlo Park, California. Originally founded as CocoaChina.com, the largest iOS developer community in China, Chukong provides tools and resources aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for mobile content creators globally. The company is known for sponsoring and maintaining Cocos2d-x, a cross-platform open-source game engine that has gained significant traction, with over 1.1 million downloads in 150 countries and a presence in seven of the top ten grossing games in China. Complementing the game engine, Chukong has developed CocoStudio, a toolset that simplifies game design and animation. The company also operates an in-house development studio, which has produced several successful games, including the Fishing Joy franchise. Furthermore, under the CocoaChina brand, Chukong collaborates with international developers to help them navigate the Chinese mobile gaming market, offering services that encompass game design feedback, monetization strategies, and localization assistance. With a portfolio that boasts over 1 billion monthly game sessions and 63 million active users, Chukong continues to explore opportunities for both Chinese and international developers.

Boyaa Interactive

Series A in 2011
Boyaa Interactive is a developer and operator of social network applications, specializing in chat room systems and social networking service (SNS) games. Founded in 2004, the company is known for its diverse portfolio of popular online games, including various card and board games such as Texas Hold'em, Fight the Landlord, 13-Tile Mahjong, 16-Tile Mahjong, Big Two, and Liar's Dice. Additionally, Boyaa offers other online gaming experiences like Ant Wars and Happy Babies. The company holds a double soft certification, indicating its commitment to quality and compliance in the gaming industry.

Onavo

Series A in 2011
Onavo, founded 2010, is the company behind Onavo Insights, the largest mobile intelligence service, and the developer of the award-winning Onavo mobile utility apps. Onavo Insights market intelligence data, powered by fully anonymized data from Onavo's apps, powers business decisions in companies in verticals diverse as finance, gaming, entertainment and social networking, and reports are cited regularly in the press as the primary barometer of the mobile app ecosystem.

Ourpalm

Series A in 2010
Ourpalm Co Ltd, based in China, specializes in the development, publishing, and operation of various gaming formats, including mobile games and internet-based page games. Founded in 2004, the company has established itself as a significant player in the gaming industry, holding a national high-tech and double soft certification. Ourpalm operates its own platform, leveraging proprietary technologies for mobile game distribution. The company collaborates with over 900 promotional channels and more than 100 local and international game developers, successfully distributing its products in markets across Southeast Asia, America, and Europe. Through strategic growth initiatives, including mergers and restructurings, Ourpalm has emerged as a leading mobile game developer and publisher in China.

BAIOO Family Interactive Limited

Seed Round in 2010
Baioo is one of largest online entertainment destinations designed specifically for children, and have also developed many of the most popular children’s web games in China.

7fgame

Series A in 2009
Qi Fan Games, founded in 2006 and based in Shanghai, China, specializes in the research, development, and operation of online gaming platforms. With a workforce of over 500 employees, the company has established itself as a key player in the leisure gaming sector. It operates the 7F Game Platform among other products, including the 11 PK Platform, Powers Fighting for the Throne, and Conquest of the Three Kingdoms. Qi Fan Games is dedicated to delivering a diverse range of computer and mobile games, catering to the evolving preferences of online gamers.

SkyMobi

Series B in 2008
SkyMobi is a leading mobile application platform and mobile games publisher in China. The Company works with handset companies to pre-install its Maopao mobile application store on handsets and with content providers to provide users with applications and content titles. Users of its Maopao store can browse, download and enjoy a range of applications and content, such as single-player games, mobile music and books on various mobile handsets with different hardware and operating system configurations. The Company's mobile social network community in China, the Maopao Community, offers mobile social games, as well as applications and content with social network functions to its registered users. The Company is based in Hangzhou, China.

Beijing Gecko Technology

Series A in 2008
Beijing Gecko Technology Co. is a provider of in-game advertising, in-game value added services and instant messaging services.

SkyMobi

Series A in 2007
SkyMobi is a leading mobile application platform and mobile games publisher in China. The Company works with handset companies to pre-install its Maopao mobile application store on handsets and with content providers to provide users with applications and content titles. Users of its Maopao store can browse, download and enjoy a range of applications and content, such as single-player games, mobile music and books on various mobile handsets with different hardware and operating system configurations. The Company's mobile social network community in China, the Maopao Community, offers mobile social games, as well as applications and content with social network functions to its registered users. The Company is based in Hangzhou, China.
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