AviaGames is a mobile gaming company founded in 2017 that develops and publishes skill-based competitive games, with its flagship product Pocket7Games serving as a unified platform featuring over 15 games like Solitaire Clash, Bingo Tour, Bingo Clash, and 8 Ball Strike.[1][2][3] It targets casual players worldwide seeking quick, accessible entertainment through tournaments where they can win cash prizes or play for fun using tickets and gems, solving the problem of engaging, fair skill-based competition in mobile gaming.[1][2][4] The company has demonstrated strong growth, raising $48 million in total funding including $40 million in its latest round from investors like Makers Fund and Galaxy Digital, achieving $26.1 million in revenue, awarding over $1.4 billion in player prizes, and consistently topping App Store charts within 18 months of launching key titles.[1][2][4]
AviaGames was founded in 2017 by Vickie Chen (CEO) and Ping Wang in Mountain View, California, with the initial goal of creating engaging, challenging mobile gaming apps powered by a sophisticated algorithm for fair, skill-based competition.[1][2][4] The idea emerged from a focus on social, competitive gaming that appeals to diverse skill levels, leading to early traction with titles like Bingo Tour and the rapid rise of Pocket7Games, which unified multiple game categories under one membership and wallet system.[1][2] Pivotal moments include securing funding from Makers Fund and Galaxy Digital in 2020, launching web-based access via Pocket7Games WebGame to eliminate app downloads, and hitting top App Store rankings, which propelled the company to award over $1.4 billion in cash prizes.[1][2][4]
AviaGames stands out in the mobile gaming space through these key strengths:
AviaGames rides the wave of skill-based real-money gaming (RMG), a booming trend in mobile entertainment fueled by demand for competitive, rewarding experiences beyond passive play, amplified by post-pandemic shifts toward social and accessible gaming.[1][3] Timing is ideal amid mobile gaming's evolution toward web and cross-platform access, countering app fatigue while capitalizing on market forces like rising smartphone penetration and esports popularity.[2] By prioritizing fairness and inclusivity, AviaGames influences the ecosystem, setting standards for RMG publishers, fostering player loyalty through cash incentives, and expanding reach to millions globally, which pressures competitors to innovate in skill-matching and monetization.[3]
AviaGames is poised for continued expansion by enhancing its WebGame interface, diversifying titles, and scaling internationally to capture more of the RMG market, potentially surpassing current $26.1 million revenue through deeper user monetization and partnerships.[2][4] Trends like AI-driven personalization, Web3 integrations for rewards, and regulatory clarity on skill gaming will shape its path, amplifying growth in emerging markets.[1][3] Its influence may evolve from niche leader to mainstream RMG powerhouse, redefining casual mobile competition for billions—building on its founding mission to unleash player potential worldwide.[1]
AviaGames has raised $40.0M in total across 1 funding round.
AviaGames's investors include ACME Capital, Baseline Ventures, DCM, Founders Fund, IVP, Lakestar, Montage Ventures, Social Capital, Ulu Ventures, Jeff Seibert, Jihan Bowes-Little, Paul Sims.
AviaGames has raised $40.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $40.0M Series B in August 2021.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2021 | $40.0M Series B | ACME Capital, Baseline Ventures, DCM, Founders Fund, IVP, Lakestar, Montage Ventures, Social Capital, Ulu Ventures, Jeff Seibert, Jihan Bowes-Little, Paul Sims, Rashaun Williams, Ron Suber, Wayne Chang |
