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Investing ideas – Gaming Stocks
Gaming (Developers, Publishers, Software, Video gaming), Online
Gaming (non-gambling), Mobile Gaming related stocks
Changyou.com Limited (NasdaqGS: CYOU) is a leading developer and operator of online games in China.
We began operations as a business unit within Sohu.com Inc. (NasdaqGS: SOHU) in 2003, before our
carve-out as a separate, stand-alone company in December 2007 and subsequent listing on the NASDAQ
Global Select Market in April 2009. We now operate one of the most popular MMOGs in China, two popular
web games in China and have enjoyed strong growth in user data and revenues for our games. Changyou
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also owns and operates the 17173.com Website, a leading game information portal in China. We have a
leading in-house technology platform that includes our advanced 2.5D and 3D graphics engine, a uniform
game development platform, effective anti-cheating and anti-hacking technologies, proprietary crossnetworking
technology and advanced data protection technology. Our product development team and game
operations team work closely together to translate game player feedback into game updates and expansion
packs on a timely basis. In addition, our close relationship with Sohu provides us with unique competitive
advantages including strategic guidance, pre-launch game reviews, marketing and operational support and
access to over 290 million registered users on Sohu's portal.
China TechFaith Wireless Technology Limited (NasdaqGS:CNTF) has three primary businesses. Under the
Company’s 17VEE brand, the Company has built a leading intellectual property based motion gaming
business ranging from Bluetooth-enabled motion gaming controllers and software to a planned proprietary
set-top motion game box.
DNA Dynamics, Inc. (OTC:DNAD) Headquartered in Leamington Spa in the United Kingdom, DNA
Dynamics is a worldwide developer and publisher of graphically rich, interactive entertainment currently
delivered on iOS®, Android™, Apple Mac® and PC. Through its operating subsidiaries, the Company has
created, acquired or licensed a portfolio of highly recognizable or emerging brands that broadly appeal to its
consumer demographics, ranging from children to adults and casual gamers to serious enthusiasts.
DTS Inc (NasdaqGS:DTSI) is dedicated to making digital entertainment exciting, engaging and effortless by
providing state-of-the-art audio technology to over a billion consumer electronics products worldwide. From
a renowned legacy as a pioneer in high definition multi-channel audio, DTS became a mandatory audio
format in the Blu-ray(TM) Disc standard and is now increasingly deployed in enabling digital delivery of
compelling movies, music, games and other forms of digital entertainment to a growing array of networkconnected
consumer devices. With the acquisition of SRS Labs, DTS strengthens its position as a leader in
providing end-to-end audio solutions to the rapidly growing network entertainment sector. DTS technology is
in car audio systems, digital media players, DVD players, game consoles, home theaters, PCs, set-top
boxes, smart phones, surround music content and every device capable of playing Blu-ray(TM) discs.
Electronic Arts (NasdaqGS: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company delivers
games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones,
tablets and social networks. EA has more than 220 million registered players and operates in 75 countries.
In fiscal 2012, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.1 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA
is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality blockbuster brands such as The Sims™,
Madden NFL, FIFA Soccer, Need for Speed™, Battlefield™ and Mass Effect™
Freeze Tag, Inc. (OTC:FRZT) is a leading creator of casual games for mobile and PC/Mac platforms,
including the number one hit series Victorian Mysteries® and Unsolved Mystery Club® and digital
entertainment like Etch A Sketch® (for iPhone and iPad). Freeze Tag’s “family friendly fun” games have
been downloaded millions of times on mobile devices (iPhone/iPad, tablets), and PC/Mac computers.
Gameloft (Paris: GFT.PA; OTC: GLOFY) A leading global publisher of digital and social games, Gameloft®
has established itself as one of the top innovators in its field since 2000. Gameloft creates games for all
digital platforms, including mobile phones, smartphones and tablets (including Apple® iOS and Android®
devices), set-top boxes, connected TVs and consoles. Gameloft operates its own established franchises
such as Asphalt®, Real Football®, Modern Combat, and N.O.V.A.: Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance® and also
partners with major rights holders including Marvel®, Hasbro®, FOX®, Mattel® and Ferrari®. Gameloft is
present on all continents, distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs over 5,000 developers.
Gamestop Corp (NYSE: GME) is the world's largest multichannel video game retailer. GameStop’s retail
network and family of brands include 6,614 company-operated stores in 15 countries worldwide and online
at www.GameStop.com. Our network also includes: www.Kongregate.com, a leading browser-based game
site; Game Informer® magazine, the leading multi-platform video game publication; Spawn Labs, a
streaming technology company; and a digital PC game distribution platform available at
www.GameStop.com/PCgames.
Giant Interactive Group Inc. (NYSE: GA) is a leading online game developer and operator in China in terms
of market share, and focuses on massively multiplayer online role-playing games. Currently, Giant operates
multiple games, including the ZT Online 1 Series, ZT Online 2, Giant Online, XT Online, The Golden Land,
and Elsword. Giant has built a nationwide distribution network to sell the prepaid game cards and game
points required to play its games.
GigaMedia (NasdaqGS:GIGM) Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, GigaMedia Limited (Singapore registration
number: 199905474H) is a diversified provider of online games and cloud computing services. GigaMedia’s
online games business develops and operates a suite of games in Asia, with focus on Web-based/mobile
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games in emerging markets. The company’s cloud computing business is focused on providing SMEs in
Greater China with critical communications services and IT solutions that increase flexibility, efficiency and
competitiveness.
