Turkish mobile game developer Circle Games has raised $7.25 million in seed funding to expand its puzzle and casual gaming portfolio. The round was led by global gaming investor BITKRAFT Ventures, with participation from a16z Speedrun, Play Ventures, APY Ventures, and e2vc.
Focused on Puzzle Games for Global Markets
Founded by industry veterans from top Turkish studios such as Gram Games, Dream Games, and Good Job Games, Circle Games is focused on developing puzzle and casual titles designed for international players. The newly secured funding will help the company:
Grow its development team,
Launch new puzzle-based mobile games,
Strengthen its presence in Western markets.
The company views the puzzle genre as a long-term growth opportunity within mobile gaming, thanks to its global popularity and sustainable engagement model.
Strategic Investors
BITKRAFT Ventures (Lead Investor): A global leader in gaming and esports investments.
a16z Speedrun: The gaming-focused investment branch of Andreessen Horowitz.
Play Ventures: A venture capital firm specializing in early-stage gaming startups.
APY Ventures and e2vc: Regional investors supporting early-stage innovation.
The Rise of Turkish Game Development
With Turkey emerging as a key hub for mobile gaming, Circle Games aims to follow the success stories of Peak Games and Dream Games by:
Leveraging local talent,
Focusing on mobile-first, puzzle game development,
Targeting Western and global casual gamers.
Official Statement from Circle Games
“Our mission is to create puzzle games that players around the world will love. This investment gives us the momentum to reach global audiences and scale our creative vision,” the Circle Games leadership team shared.
What’s Next for Circle Games?
Following this investment:
New puzzle titles are expected within the next 12–18 months,
The studio will focus on retention-focused game design and live operations,
Circle Games plans to expand its team by hiring both local and international talent.
About Circle Games
Based in Istanbul, Circle Games is a mobile game studio specializing in puzzle and casual games. The team combines local expertise with global ambitions, aiming to deliver engaging, high-quality titles for the international gaming community.
