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thatgamecompany

thatgamecompany is an independent video game development studio based in Santa Monica, California.

Funding reportedLast round: Series D

EntertainmentSanta Monica, United States

About thatgamecompany

thatgamecompany is an independent video game development studio based in Santa Monica, California.

Founded in 2006 by Jenova Chen and Kellee Santiago, the studio focuses on creating artistic and emotionally resonant interactive experiences. Their mission is to produce timeless entertainment that positively impacts the human psyche, emphasizing exploration, beauty, and shared humanity in their games. The company has developed several award-winning titles for PlayStation consoles and mobile devices, including flOw, Flower, Journey, and Sky: Children of the Light. These games are known for their unique artistic styles and immersive, non-violent gameplay. thatgamecompany aims to reach a diverse global audience, designing games that are accessible to casual gamers, families, and individuals seeking emotional depth. Their work has been recognized in galleries and museums worldwide, including the Smithsonian and the Museum of Modern Art.

What company datasets say thatgamecompany raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all$189Min dollars
Rounds6
Last roundSeries D
Last round size$160M
Last round dateMar 2022
Investors listed13
Valuation$1.9B, Mar 2026

Founders and team

From thatgamecompany's own website: 20 on the team.

  • Jenova ChenPresident & Creative Director
  • Peter LeeChief Information Officer
  • Sam McGrathChief Technology Officer
  • Christine ChuaHead of Talent Acquisition
  • Jeffrey ExterkateVP of Cross Platform Engineering
  • Arthur TuckerSenior Product Manager
  • Atlas ChenDesign Manager
  • Bess SerranoSenior Human Resource Manager
  • Cecil KimStudio Art Director
  • Chris BishopLead Animator & Senior Manager
  • Don HeimIT Manager
  • Donovan MandapSenior Generalist Engineer
  • Elena NikoraDirector of Production
  • Mike LesterSenior Engineer and Manager
  • Robert AronLead Full Stack Engineer, Data Applications
  • Tim NixonDirector of Online Experience
  • Tom CravenQA Personnel Manager
  • Trevor StringerLead Artist/3D Art Manager

And 2 more on the team.

On 2 portfolio pages

Investors who name them

Each firm lists thatgamecompany on its own website. That is the firm's claim, a weaker thing than a round we watched, but a named source.

The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

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Sector
Entertainment
Industry code
NAICS 51211, 51321, SIC 7933, 7372
Region
California
Revenue
$39M a year, as listed
Full record
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