Earlier this month, CEO Vickie Chen, founder of AviaGames, sat down with Women-Led Games to reflect on her journey in mobile gaming. Rather than highlighting milestones alone, she emphasized building AviaGames around community, long-term vision, and meaningful player experiences. Instead of following short-lived trends, she focused on developing titles like Solitaire Clash and Bingo Tour that prioritize fair competition and authentic connection. Her impact has earned national recognition, including being named a Finalist for the 2025 Stevie® Women in Business Awards, underscoring her role as a prominent female leader in the industry.
Building Competitive Games with Community at the Core
AviaGames was founded in 2016 in a small Mountain View garage with a clear belief: competitive games should be both skill-driven and welcoming. At a time when many games targeted narrow audiences, CEO Vickie Chen envisioned accessible skill-based experiences designed for a broader community. From those early beginnings, the company grew into a multi-title platform backed by a diverse team, with women holding more than 40% of leadership positions.
Its flagship title, Solitaire Clash, has exceeded 60 million downloads and hosts hundreds of millions of tournaments each month, consistently ranking among top titles on iOS and the Galaxy Store. Beyond gameplay, AviaGames integrates purpose into its platform through initiatives like Wonderland Wishes, a five-week in-game fundraiser supporting foster youth, and Play for Paws, which promotes animal welfare and community giving.
As the company approaches its 10th anniversary, AviaGames remains focused on innovation, live events, and socially driven campaigns. Those interested can follow its official channels for updates, and attendees of GDC 2026 can meet the team in person to learn more about its evolving vision for skill-based mobile gaming.