A Thinking Ape
AcquiredYC W08Vancouver, CA · Founded 2009 · 75 employees · 1 known investors
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A mobile game developer based in Vancouver that creates games with social features designed to engage players through creative challenges.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W08)
A Thinking Ape was founded in 2009 by Kenshi Arasaki and Eric Diep.
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Kenshi Arasakiin𝕏CEO & Co-founder2008–2023Kenshi Arasaki is a co-founder of A Thinking Ape, a game development company that was acquired by Embracer Group.
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- What does A Thinking Ape do?
- A mobile game developer based in Vancouver that creates games with social features designed to engage players through creative challenges.
- Who founded A Thinking Ape?
- A Thinking Ape was founded by Kenshi Arasaki, Eric Diep in 2009.
- Who are A Thinking Ape's investors?
- A Thinking Ape's investors include Y Combinator.
- Where is A Thinking Ape headquartered?
- A Thinking Ape is headquartered in Vancouver, CA.