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Blackstorm Labs
A lightweight universal development environment that can be used to create and share high-performance applications
About Blackstorm Labs
Blackstorm Labs, founded in 2011 and led by CEO Michael Carter, is a pioneering company in the game development industry. The company specializes in creating engaging and entertaining games for millions of users on the largest platforms. Blackstorm Labs operates in the digital entertainment market, focusing on both casual and arcade-style games. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including individual gamers and gaming communities, by providing a robust platform that supports advanced game design tasks. This includes optimizing game economies, adjusting parameters for optimal user experience, and offering deep analytics to support business decisions. Blackstorm Labs makes money through in-game purchases, advertising, and partnerships with other gaming companies. The business model is designed to maximize player engagement and retention, ensuring a steady revenue stream. The company is known for its innovative technology, such as the Websockets protocol developed by its co-founder, which is used by billions of devices worldwide. The leadership team includes industry veterans from companies like Wizards of the Coast, Warner Bros' Turbine, and Cisco, bringing a wealth of experience to the table.
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| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | Sep 2016 | $34M | $134M | Highland Capital Partners · AME Cloud Ventures · Rakuten · Alsop Louie Partners | — |
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Latest recorded traffic for Blackstorm Labs is 190 monthly website visits. Blackstorm Labs's team declined 30% over the past year.
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Highland Capital Partners
AME Cloud Ventures
Rakuten
Alsop Louie Partners
MIT Media Lab
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