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Playful Studios
Company

Playful Studios

Game studio

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About

Playful Studios makes games for players interested in 3D platforming, sandbox exploration, and competitive action-strategy play. Its titles include the virtual-reality platformer Lucky’s Tale, the open-world building game Creativerse, and the upcoming Wildcard, where opponents use collectible cards to summon creatures into arena battles.

Leaders

Paul Bettner
CEO & Founder

Key facts

Dallas relationship
Headquartered in Dallas
Headquarters
McKinney, TX
Employees
Medium · 51–200 employees
Founded
2012
Vertical industry
Games & Entertainment
Total funding
$25M
Funding type
VC-funded

Funding history

DateRoundAmountInvestors
Oct 22, 2015Venture Round$25M—

Frequently asked questions about Playful Studios

Where is Playful Studios headquartered?

Playful Studios is headquartered in McKinney, TX.

When was Playful Studios founded?

Playful Studios was founded in 2012.

How much funding has Playful Studios raised?

Playful Studios has raised $25M in verified disclosed funding across all rounds tracked on Gregslist Dallas.

Who founded Playful Studios?

Playful Studios was founded by Paul Bettner.

Is Playful Studios hiring?

Yes — Playful Studios lists open roles on its careers page.

Sponsors
McKinney Economic Development Corp. (MEDC)KilnVela Wood

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