Ares Interactive raises $70M to build new generation of mobile-first, player-loved games

Ares Interactive, a game developer and publisher, has raised $70 million to build cross-platform, next-generation free-to-play games. General Catalyst led the Series A round, with participation from founder and executive chairman Niccolo de Masi, the former CEO of Glu Mobile, which Electronic Arts bought for $2.4 billion in 2021. The president is Mike DeLaet, formerly of Mattel’s gaming division. .memberful-global-teaser-content p:last-child{ -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000 0%, transparent); } Read This Article for FreeGet instant access by joining the GB MAX Access tier — it’s free to sign up and unlock premium content like The BIG Show.Join Now to Start ReadingAlready a member? Sign in The post Ares Interactive raises $70M to build new generation of mobile-first, player-loved games appeared first on GamesBeat.

Feb 4, 2026 - 00:36

Ares Interactive raises $70M to build new generation of mobile-first, player-loved games

Ares Interactive, a game developer and publisher, has raised $70 million to build cross-platform, next-generation free-to-play games.

General Catalyst led the Series A round, with participation from founder and executive chairman Niccolo de Masi, the former CEO of Glu Mobile, which Electronic Arts bought for $2.4 billion in 2021. The president is Mike DeLaet, formerly of Mattel’s gaming division.

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