Leading browser-based gaming company launches new service with seven inaugural games from third-party developers led by Who wants to be a millionaire? Official game with Sony Pictures Entertainment
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#Arkadium–Arkadium, a leading provider of browser-based games (BBGs), proudly announced that it is now offering third-party publishing to game developers for the first time since the company was founded over 23 years ago. Following the successful opening of its platform and distribution network to developers through the “Arkadium for Developers” program in April 2024, the new publishing service will provide BBG developers with access to extensive publishing resources including capital, marketing, user acquisition, advertising, analytics, monetization, and more. As the company expands and builds on its storied success, developers working with Arkadium will benefit from its wealth of experience and massive distribution partnerships.
To further support game developers, Arkadium has established the $1 million Arkadium Publishing Fund 1 (APF1), which provides funding and support to BBGs deemed great additions to the Arkadium network. Recipients benefit from significant funding and support, including the opportunity to have their game launch one million times within the first 90 days of release. This is achieved through the reach Arkadium provides its developers through its platform and extensive partnership channels with top web destinations.
“Arkadium proudly opens its doors to third-party developers who want to bring their browser-based games to a global audience, with extensive resources and an experienced team to support them in their endeavors,” said Kenny Rosenblatt, CEO and co-founder of Arkadium. “We are leveling the playing field and expanding the reach of talented developers by providing world-class publishing and our $1 million publishing fund.”
The appetite for the developer program is evident in the first round of published games coming to Arkadium through licensed partnerships. Arkadium has entered into a strategic partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment to develop Who wants to be a millionaire? official game, available now to coincide with the newest season, which premiered on ABC on July 10 to rave reviews and audience praise. Fans of the popular quiz show can now test their skills in the new official game.
In addition to this outstanding title, Arkadium is launching its third-party efforts with a portfolio of various new BBG games from game developers around the world, including:
- Multiplayer chess online (Developer: Foony) – a new chess game aimed at playing in real time with friends
- Ridella (Developer: Dylan Kapoor) – a puzzle game in which players have to find a solution with as few answers as possible
- Categories (Developer: Article 19) – a new word game where players create groups of words with a common theme to solve the puzzle
- Escape from the room (Developer: Article 19) – an escape game with daily puzzles and hundreds of levels
- Element blocks (Developer: Famobi) – an addictive puzzle game in which players arrange blocks to form continuous rows with no gaps
- ZooBoom (Developer: Famobi) – a colorful animal-themed puzzle game where players complete missions to build their own zoo
“I’m thrilled to announce the seven games in our inaugural offering, all from amazing developers from around the world! Our new Arkadium publishing initiative builds on our Arkadium for Developers program and offers game developers even more support to succeed in the browser,” said Dan Butchko, Director of Developer Relations at Arkadium“This is the next step in our continued growth as a leader in the BBG sector as we build the world’s best gaming platform alongside some of the most innovative and passionate game developers.”
Arkadium is committed to meeting the needs of developers worldwide and will continue to launch new initiatives to bring great BBGs to a global audience. Developers can now apply to partner with Arkadium to bring their games to market via [email protected]. More information is available at https://developers.arkadium.com/.
With an active portfolio of 75 first-party games, Arkadium titles are played by 18 million players per month, which equates to 150 million unique game launches. Arkadium’s distribution network extends beyond a single URL as the company operates more than 300 gaming channels for some of the largest websites in the world, including The Washington Post, AARP, DailyMail and USA Today. Arkadium serves a global audience, with the majority of its players residing in North America and being over the age of 18.
About Arkadium
Arkadium is the ultimate destination for browser-based games (BBGs), with over 1,000 games, including perennial favorites such as Mahjong Dimensions, Word Wipe, and Jewel Shuffle. Millions of gamers worldwide enjoy games on Arkadium.com and its extensive distribution network, which includes partner sites USA Today, AARP, The Washington Post, and Microsoft. Founded in 2001 by husband-and-wife team Kenny Rosenblatt and Jessica Rovello, Arkadium creates games that are fun to play. The company’s mission is to develop and deliver high-quality browser games that adults can enjoy anywhere, anytime. The company is headquartered in New York with a studio in Portugal, and has been named a “Best Place to Work” by Inc. Magazine, Ad Age, Crain’s New York, and others. For more information, visit Arkadium.com, or follow the company on Facebook and LinkedIn.
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Jeane Wong | Bri Erbach
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