This document provides an overview and analysis of Zynga, a social game developer. It outlines Zynga's business model, financial performance from 2009-2012, and competitive position. Key points include:
- Zynga develops social games distributed through online platforms like Facebook and mobile. It generates revenue from virtual goods and advertising.
- From 2009-2012, Zynga's revenue grew 570% to over $1 billion though profits declined. Dependence on a few major games and platforms poses risks.
- Compared to competitors DeNA and EA, Zynga has a lower market cap and profits though a larger customer base due to its early focus on social games.
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