Last updated 2026-07-20
- Raised Seed round, Nov 2012
Total raised
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Stage
Mature
Founded
2012
Headcount
5
HQ
Haifa, Israel
Sector
Media & Entertainment Technologies
About
PlayGem Technologies has developed a highly successful online social backgammon application, PlayGem Backgammon, which is available on Facebook, Google Play, and the App Store. The game allows players to compete live with friends and other players globally, offering features like daily contests, tournaments, and various game boards.
Funding history · 1 round · — total
2012-11
Seed
Undisclosed
Headcount over time
From 4 (2018-08) to 5 (2025-01) · +1 (+25%) · 14 points · source: Finder history + radar grounding
Q&A
- What is PlayGem's primary business?
- PlayGem is a mobile and social game development company known for its successful PlayGem Backgammon game, which is highly ranked on Facebook, Google Play, and the App Store.
- When was PlayGem founded?
- PlayGem was founded in November 2012.
- Where is PlayGem headquartered?
- PlayGem is headquartered in Haifa, Israel.
- Who is the CEO of PlayGem?
- Gil Tal is the Co-Founder & CEO of PlayGem.
- What is PlayGem's primary sector classification?
- PlayGem's primary sector is Media & Entertainment Technologies.
- On which platforms is PlayGem Backgammon available?
- PlayGem Backgammon is available on Facebook, Google Play, and the App Store.
- Does PlayGem have any offices outside of Israel?
- Yes, PlayGem has offices in New York, NY, USA.
Team · 2
Gil Tal
Founder · CEO & Co-Founder
Daniel Mester
Founder · Co-Founder
Sectors & technology
Primary sector
Media & Entertainment Technologies
Sub-sectors
Media & Entertainment TechnologiesDigital Content Engagement & Entertainment
Technologies
Platforms & InterfacesMobileWeb
Target customers
ConsumersRecreational & LifestyleGamers
Business model
B2C
Tags
mobile-gamessocial-mediamobile-applicationssocial-gamesgame-developmentgamesentertainmentgamers
Full data — links, identifiers, deals & radar signals (jobs, patents, research, more)
External links
| Website | playgem.co |
|---|---|
| linkedin.com/company/5037699 | |
| facebook.com/PlayGemBackgammonFree | |
| YouTube | youtube.com/channel/UCkHrVcmPg-sbkYYMluhKodA |
Identifiers & details
| Legal name | PlayGem Technologies Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2012-11 |
| Employees (exact) | 5 |
| Offices | New York; New York |
Radar intelligence
Web history (Wayback)
| Domain | playgem.co |
|---|
Certificate / subdomain footprint
| Subdomains | 22 |
|---|
Israeli Companies Registrar (רשם החברות / ICA)
| Registrar # (ח.פ.) | 514817576 |
|---|---|
| Status | פעילה |
| Corp type | ישראלית חברה פרטית |
| Incorporated | 2012-09-03 |
| Purpose | לעסוק בכל עיסוק חוקי |
| Liability | מוגבלת |
| In violation (unfiled) | no |
| Last annual report | 2025 |
| Active charges / liens | 0 |
| Registry events | 0 |
| Registered address | שער פלמר 1 חיפה |