Qila Games
Category: AI in Media / Gaming / Entertainment
Develops socially engaging hybrid-casual games that blend the simplicity of casual gaming with the depth of midcore experiences. Qila Games was founded in 2024. The company is led by Dhananjai Hari. Based in Bangalore, India. Team size: Under 50. Total funding raised: $1 million. Latest round: Pre-Seed. Key investors include Chimera VC, Visceral Capital, Atrium Angels, Ventana Ventures, 91 Ventures, Untitled Ventures, Angel Investors.
- Founded
- 2024
- Headquarters
- Bangalore, India
- Team size
- Under 50
- Total funding
- $1 million
Value proposition
Offers accessible yet immersive gaming experiences that bridge the gap between casual and midcore games, tailored to local tastes.
Products and solutions
Ludo Hero (live on Google Play and App Store, 100K+ Play downloads), new IP developments
Unique value
Bridges the gap between casual and midcore gaming with socially engaging, regionally tailored experiences.
Target customer
Indian players and audiences in emerging markets
Industries served
Mobile gaming, Hybrid-casual gaming
Technology advantage
Focuses on consumer-centric design with scalability and market-specific insights, enhanced through a strategic data analytics partnership with Optiblack.
How they differentiate
Localized gaming experiences specifically designed for emerging markets via a unique blend of casual and midcore elements.
Main competitors
Other hybrid-casual gaming startups, Established mobile gaming companies
Key partnerships
Optiblack
Major milestones
Raised $1 million in pre-seed funding (Mar 2025, Chimera VC-led), Secured data analytics partnership with Optiblack, Ludo Hero live on Google Play and App Store (100K+ Play downloads, ongoing updates through Aug 2026)
Growth metrics
Ludo Hero: 100K+ downloads on Google Play (as of Aug 2026)
Market positioning
Emerging leader in the hybrid-casual segment in India and other emerging markets
Geographic focus
Primarily India and other emerging markets
About Dhananjai Hari
Dhananjai Hari is the Co-Founder and CEO of Qila Games. He previously worked as VP of Product Management at Dream Game Studios, where he helped launch the mobile cricket game Dream Cricket.
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Official website: https://qilagames.com/