SONER AYDEMIR
Career History
Dream Games is one of the most successful mobile games companies in the world, best known for its flagship puzzle title Royal Match. Co-founded in Istanbul in 2019 by Soner Aydemir and a team of former Peak Games executives, the company has grown rapidly under his leadership to become one of the most profitable and widely played developers in the sector.
Aydemir had previously served as Product Director at Peak Games, where he helped design and scale its casual titles before the company’s $1.8bn acquisition by Zynga in 2020. As Chief Executive Officer of Dream Games, he has emphasised product quality, user retention and long-term value creation, overseeing the launch of Royal Match in 2021 and its sequel, Royal Kingdom, in 2024. Both have reached top positions in global mobile puzzle revenues, together generating more than $1.5bn in annual revenue.
Aydemir holds a BSc in Computer Engineering from Koç University.
About Dream Games
Founded in 2019, Dream Games has become a leading force in mobile entertainment, known for combining premium production values with long-term engagement. Its breakout hit Royal Match regularly ranks among the highest-grossing mobile games globally, while the recently launched Royal Kingdom has consolidated the company’s position in the casual puzzle genre.
In 2023, Dream Games generated around $1.5bn in revenue and employed more than 300 people. The company’s disciplined, product-led model and focus on retention have made it a standout example of sustained success in the mobile market. In May 2025, CVC Capital Partners agreed to acquire a majority stake in Dream Games, valuing the business between $4bn and $5bn, with debt financing from Blackstone and others. The investment is expected to fund further global expansion and the continued growth of the Royal Match and Royal Kingdom franchises.
Royal Match