What is Scopely?
Scopely is a leading interactive entertainment and mobile games company headquartered in Culver City, California. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes both original intellectual property and beloved established franchises. By focusing on live-service games, Scopely cultivates deep player engagement and long-term value, distinguishing itself in the crowded mobile gaming market. Its strategic approach to game development and live operations has enabled it to achieve significant scale and market penetration.
How much funding has Scopely raised?
Scopely has raised a total of $1B across 7 funding rounds:
Angel/Seed
$8.5M
Series A
$35M
Series B
$55M
Series C
$60M
Other Financing Round
$100M
Series D
$400M
Series E
$340M
Angel/Seed (2012): $8.5M with participation from Arnie Rissman, Auren Hoffman, Mark Mullen, Felicis Ventures, Michael Blend, Brian Lee, Sands Capital, BoxGroup, Collaborative Fund, David Cohen, Richard Wolpert, Michael Lazerow, David Tisch, Clark Landry, Greycroft Partners, Evan Rifkin, Red Swan Ventures, Kelly Perdew, Anthem Venture Partners, Tiller Partners, AngelVision Investors, Lerer Hippeau Ventures, Gil Elbaz, and Terry Semel
Series A (2014): $35M led by Evolution Capital Partners, Sands Capital Management, Double M Capital, Greycroft Partners, and The Chernin Group
Series B (2016): $55M supported by Jeremiah Daly, Highland Capital, Sands Capital Ventures, Greycroft Growth Fund, Elephant Partners, Andy Hunt, Take-Two Interactive, and Evolution Capital Partners
Series C (2017): $60M featuring Revolution Growth, Sands Capital Ventures, Greenspring Associates, Cross Creek Advisors, and Pritzker Group Venture Capital
Other Financing Round (2018): $100M backed by Arnold Schwarzenegger, Peter Guber, Greenspring Associates, Tom Staggs, Jimmy Iovine, Peter Chernin, and Horizons Ventures
Series D (2020): $400M with participation from Baillie Glifford, Advance, Sands Capital Ventures, Greycroft Partners, The Chernin Group, New View Capital, Revolution Growth, and CPP Investments
Series E (2020): $340M led by NewView Capital, Declaration Partners, Moore Strategic Ventures, Wellington Management, CPP Investments, D1, BlackRock, Greycroft Partners, Eldridge, Revolution Growth, Sands Capital, TSG Consumer Partners, Battery Ventures, Highland Capital Partners, and Baillie Gifford
Key Investors in Scopely
Revolution Growth
Revolution Growth is a venture capital firm that invests in transformative technologies and iconic destinations, supporting entrepreneurs who are redefining possibilities. With over two decades of experience, they back visionary founders at every stage of the startup journey and promote innovation beyond traditional tech hubs.
Sands Capital
Established in 1992, Sands Capital Management is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. They manage equity mutual funds, invest in public equity markets, and more.
Greycroft Partners
Greycroft is a leading venture capital firm focused on investments in the Internet and mobile markets. Greycroft leverages an extensive network of media and technology industry connections to help entrepreneurs gain visibility, build strategic relationships, bring their products to market, and build successful businesses.
What's next for Scopely?
With a history of major funding rounds, including significant enterprise-level investments, Scopely is well-positioned for continued expansion and innovation. The company's strategic capital injections suggest a focus on scaling its existing game portfolio, exploring new market opportunities, and potentially pursuing strategic acquisitions. Future developments are likely to involve enhancing player experiences through advanced technology, expanding into new global markets, and further solidifying its position as a leader in the interactive entertainment industry. The consistent flow of investment indicates confidence from backers in Scopely's long-term vision and execution capabilities.
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