King.com and RealNetworks are entering a mutually beneficial relationship revolving around online and downloadable games, reports TechCrunch.

As part of the deal, King.com will become the exclusive provider to RealNetworks of skill-based games. Real, in turn, will be the exclusive provider of online and offline casual games to King's Website.

King will be producing online versions of games based on American Idol and Deal or No Deal among others. These games will allow for people to compete against each other online.