Best Game Design Outsourcing Studios (2026 List)
Studios that design systems, levels and progression, not just build them. Every studio on this list was researched and hand-checked before it went live.
How We Select
A game design studio is hired to decide how a game works, not just to build it. That covers systems design (economies, progression, combat maths), level and encounter design, and the documentation that lets everyone else implement the same game. It is the discipline teams outsource last and most nervously, because design is where a title's identity lives — which is exactly why the scope has to be drawn tightly before anyone signs. This page lists the studios in this directory that tag game design, sorted by our internal score.
Design work splits into two very different purchases. Consulting is a senior designer reviewing what you already have and telling you why the retention curve dips at day three; it is bought in days or weeks and priced hourly. Production design is a designer or small team owning a system, a level set or a whole vertical slice end to end; it is bought in months and priced like any other production discipline. Studios that are strong at one are often mediocre at the other, so ask which of the two a portfolio credit actually was.
What to check before you hire
Ask for shipped titles where the studio owned a named system, and ask what the design looked like before they touched it. A designer who improved a live game's retention has evidence; a designer who wrote a document that was never implemented does not. Request a design doc sample, redacted if necessary — the quality of the writing is the quality of the thinking, because a design nobody can implement is not a design.
Settle two things in the contract that art and code contracts rarely need. First, IP: design ideas are harder to assign cleanly than assets, so make written assignment on payment explicit and cover documentation, prototypes and iterations. Second, decision rights: name who has final say when your team and theirs disagree, because unlike an art brief there is no objective "matches the reference" test for a design call.
What game design outsourcing costs
Design is billed at the higher end of the discipline ranges because seniority is the whole product. Typical market rates run roughly $50-90 per hour for a mid-level designer and $90-200 for a senior or lead, with consulting engagements often priced as a day rate instead. These are editorial market ranges published on this site, not quotes from any listed studio.
Buy a paid audit first — one or two weeks of a senior designer reviewing your build and returning written recommendations. It is cheap relative to a production contract and it tells you whether their thinking fits your game before you commit months. Compare candidates on the full directory, and read how to outsource game design for how the work is scoped and briefed.
Market rates & directory snapshot
Two quick reference points before you shortlist: what studios charge per hour by discipline, and how the directory breaks down by region and service. The rates come from our published game outsourcing costs guide (or estimate your own with the rate calculator); the studio counts are first-party figures from our August 2026 directory of 437 studios across 56 countries.
Top Game Design Studios
## About Max Gogh Studio Max Gogh Studio is a Argentinian game development, video production and VFX studio founded in 2018. The team consists of over 100 professionals, with 350+ completed projects under their belt, including for products and companies such as Givenchy, Casio, Audioteka, game Blood of Heroes, game Red Covenant, Panasonic, Epson, game Relicta, and many others. ## Company Overview * Founded: 2018 * Headquarters: Argentina (Buenos Aires) * Team: 100+ employees * Projects: 350+ games, video and VFX projects ## Services ### Game Development * Full-cycle PC & Console games * Full-cycle Mobile, Web & Cross-Platform games * Co-development * Game art & asset production ### Art Production * Graphic Design * 2D / 3D art * Characters and assets * Environments * Animation * CGI & Visual Effects (VFX) ### Video Production * Cinematic Trailers, Teasers & Launch Films * Commercials & Branded Videos * Corporate, Explainer & Product Videos * Post-Production, Editing & Motion Design ### Other * AR/VR, Interactive Experiences & Simulations ## Major Clients & Notable Projects * Givenchy * Casio * Audioteka * Game Blood of Heroes * Game Red Covenant * Panasonic * Epson * Game Relicta * Polygon * Dalmore * Inglot * Game Octopus Feast * Victorinox ## Why Choose Max Gogh Studio * Givenchy, Casio, Blood of Heroes, Panasonic client roster * 350+ completed projects * Satisfied Customers from Over 25 Countries * Full-service game development, video production, VFX * End-to-end product development
## About Room 8 Group Room 8 Group is a global leader in external art production and game development, uniting seven specialized studios: Room 8 Studio, Dragons Lake, Massive Black, Solid Bash, PUGA Studios, Heroic, and highlight QA. They work with 7 of the top 10 global publishers. ## Company Overview - **Headquarters:** Cyprus - **Type:** Multi-studio holding - **Reach:** Global presence across 9+ countries - **Clients:** 7 of top 10 publishers ## Studio Family ### Room 8 Studio - Art production and game development ### Dragons Lake - Art outsourcing ### Massive Black - Concept art and design ### Solid Bash - Development services ### PUGA Studios - Art production ### Heroic - Game development ### highlight QA - Quality assurance ## Global Locations - USA (Los Angeles) - UK - Brazil - Canada - Cyprus - Japan - Poland - Romania - Ukraine ## Single Ecosystem Studios can be leveraged individually or at group level, working together within a unified ecosystem for maximum flexibility and scale. ## BAFTA-Nominated Work - Alan Wake 2 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor - Diablo IV - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III - Forza Motorsport ## Why Choose Room 8 Group - **7 studios** unified ecosystem - **BAFTA nominations** proven quality - **Top 10 publishers** trusted partner - **Global presence** 9+ countries - **Full-service** art to QA
## About Starloop Studios Starloop Studios is a Spanish game development outsourcing company founded in 2011 in Lleida, Catalonia. As part of Magic Media, they're the largest full-service game development outsourcing company in Spain with offices across 12 countries worldwide. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2011 - **Headquarters:** Lleida, Spain - **Parent:** Magic Media - **Position:** Largest game outsourcing company in Spain - **Projects:** 300+ games delivered ## Global Offices - Dublin, Ireland - Los Angeles, USA - Kyiv, Ukraine - Tallinn, Estonia - Ghent, Belgium - Athens, Greece - Manaus, Brazil - Chisinau, Moldova - Lleida, Spain - Manila, Philippines - Lisbon, Portugal - Tel Aviv, Israel ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle development - Mobile games - PC games - Console games - VR/AR games ### Art Production - 2D art - 3D art - Animation ### Live Operations - Post-release support - Content updates - Community management ### Porting - Platform porting - Optimization ## Platform Coverage - PC - Mobile - Console - VR/AR ## Why Choose Starloop Studios - **300+ games** extensive portfolio - **Spain's largest** outsourcing company - **12 countries** global presence - **Magic Media** backing - **Full-service** dev to live ops
## About Juego Studios Juego Studios is an ISO-9001:2015 certified game development company founded in 2011 in Bangalore, India. With 300+ specialists and 500+ games delivered, they serve clients from startups to giants like Disney, Warner Bros, and Coca-Cola. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2011 - **Location:** JP Nagar 6th Phase, Bangalore, Karnataka, India - **Team:** 300+ specialists - **Portfolio:** 500+ games, 200+ projects - **Certification:** ISO-9001:2015 ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle development - Prototyping and concept design - Production - Post-launch support - LiveOps ### Platform Expertise - Mobile (iOS, Android) - PC - Console - VR/AR/XR ### Game Engines - Unity (cross-platform, rapid prototyping) - Unreal Engine (high-fidelity real-time 3D) ### Additional Services - Game art and design - Enterprise apps & solutions - Mobile application development - Web development ## Engagement Models - Dedicated teams - Managed outsourcing - Outstaffing - Project-based ## Major Clients - Disney - Warner Bros - Coca-Cola - PUMA - Johnson & Johnson - Emirates NBD ## Recognition - Forbes India Marquee Entrepreneur Special - ISO-9001:2015 certified ## Why Choose Juego Studios - **500+ games** delivered - **Disney, Warner Bros** client roster - **300+ specialists** in Bangalore - **ISO certified** quality standards - **Full-cycle** development services
## About Virtuos Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Singapore. With 3,700+ employees across 21 offices globally, they serve 23 of the top 25 gaming companies with full-cycle development and art production for 1,500+ games. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2004 - **Headquarters:** Singapore (Fusionopolis) - **Team:** 3,700+ employees - **Offices:** 21 worldwide - **Projects:** 1,500+ games ## Global Presence - Asia: Singapore, China (multiple cities), Vietnam - Europe: Paris, Dublin - North America: Vancouver, Montreal, San Francisco - Plus: South Korea, Japan ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle development - Co-development - Game porting ### Art Production - 3D art - Character and environment art - Animation - VFX ### Engineering - Technical development - Tool creation - Platform optimization ## Notable Projects - Horizon Forbidden West - Assassin's Creed series - Call of Duty series - NieR:Automata (Switch port - "miracle port") - XCOM: Enemy Unknown (iOS - Golden Joystick Award) - Cyberpunk 2077 (co-development, ongoing updates) ## Recent Acquisitions (2025) - Pipeworks Studios - Umanaïa Interactive - Abstraction ## Singapore R&D Center Partnership with Singapore's EDB for cutting-edge graphics, rendering, and production research. ## Why Choose Virtuos - **3,700+ employees** massive global scale - **1,500+ games** extensive portfolio - **Top 25 publishers** trusted partner - **Horizon, Cyberpunk** AAA credits - **Singapore HQ** APAC leader
## About Sumo Digital Sumo Digital is a British video game developer founded in 2003 in Sheffield, UK. Acquired by Tencent in 2022, they employ 1,200+ people across 17 studios globally, having worked with Microsoft, Sony, SEGA, and Activision on titles like LittleBigPlanet 3, Forza Horizon 2, and Warframe. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2003 - **Headquarters:** Sheffield, UK - **Founders:** Carl Cavers, Paul Porter, Darren Mills, James North-Hearn - **Owner:** Tencent (2022) - **Team:** 1,200+ employees ## Studios (17 locations) ### UK - Sheffield (HQ) - Nottingham - Newcastle - Brighton (The Chinese Room) - Leeds (Red Kite Games) - Leamington Spa - Warrington ### International - Pune, India - Bangalore, India - Wroclaw, Poland - Czech Republic (PixelAnt) - Vancouver, Canada ## Notable Projects - LittleBigPlanet 3 (Sony) - Forza Horizon 2 (Xbox 360) - Warframe (content updates) - Various AAA co-development ## Partnerships - Microsoft - Sony - SEGA - Activision - Digital Extremes (Warframe) ## Corporate History - 2007: Opened Sumo India - 2007: Acquired by Foundation 9 - 2014: Management buyout (NorthEdge Capital) - 2022: Acquired by Tencent ## Why Choose Sumo Digital - **Tencent-owned** major backing - **1,200+ employees** massive scale - **17 studios** global presence - **LittleBigPlanet, Forza** AAA credits - **Sheffield HQ** UK heritage
## About Argentics Argentics is a full-service game development studio specializing in end-to-end game creation, 2D/3D art production, and AR/VR development. They work with clients worldwide, from AAA companies to indie developers. ## Services ### Game Development - End-to-end game development for all major platforms - PlayStation, Steam, Apple App Store, Android, Oculus - Unity and Unreal Engine expertise ### 2D Art & Design - Character design and illustration - Concept art development - UI/UX design - 2D animation ### 3D Art Production - Character modeling - Environment creation - Asset production - Technical art ### AR/VR Development - Immersive experience creation - AR applications - VR game development - Mixed reality solutions ### Animation - 2D and 3D animation - Character animation - Cinematic sequences ## Team Structure Specialized teams organized by discipline: - Art leads and project managers - Senior and junior artists (2D/3D) - Concept artists - Technical artists - Game designers - Developers and animators Small, focused teams designed to reduce bureaucracy and improve efficiency. ## Client Base Serving studios of all sizes: - AAA game companies - Mid-size developers - Indie studios ## Technology Expertise - Unity Engine - Unreal Engine - Adobe Creative Suite - Platform-specific tools ## Why Choose Argentics - **Full-service studio** from concept to release - **Flexible team scaling** for any project size - **Multi-platform expertise** across console, PC, mobile, and VR - **Art specialization** with dedicated 2D and 3D teams - **Global collaboration** with clients worldwide
## About XPEC Entertainment XPEC Entertainment is a Taiwanese game developer and publisher founded in 2000 in Taipei. With studios in Taipei, Kaohsiung, Beijing, and Suzhou, nearly 1,000 R&D staff, they've provided art production for 150+ AAA titles including Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition, Uncharted 2, and Transformers. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** August 2000 - **Headquarters:** Taipei, Taiwan - **Studios:** Taipei, Kaohsiung, Beijing, Suzhou - **Team:** ~1,000 R&D staff (90% of workforce) ## Studio Specializations ### XPEC Taipei (HQ) - Multi-platform game development - 15+ years experience - Proprietary engine development ### XPEC Beijing - Mobile game development focus ### XPEC Art Center (Kaohsiung, Suzhou, Taipei) - All art-related productions - AAA art outsourcing ## Notable Art Credits (150+ titles) - Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition - Uncharted 2 - Iron Man - 007: Quantum of Solace - The Lord of the Rings: Conquest - Transformers - Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure ## Technology - Independently developed engine - Exclusive proprietary technologies - Cross-platform development expertise ## Platform Coverage - PC - PlayStation - Xbox - Mobile - Multi-platform ## Why Choose XPEC Entertainment - **150+ AAA titles** art credits - **Final Fantasy XV** collaboration - **~1,000 R&D staff** massive scale - **Taiwan + China** regional presence - **Cross-platform** comprehensive expertise
## About Anshar Studios Anshar Studios is a video game developer headquartered in Katowice, Silesia, Poland. Founded in 2012 by CEO Lukasz Hacura, the studio has grown into a respected developer known for original IP creation and co-development partnerships with major studios. ## Services ### Original Development - Full-cycle game development - VR experience creation - Original IP development ### Co-Development - Partner studio collaboration - Feature development support - Technical implementation ## Notable Games ### Original Titles - **Gamedec** (2021) - Isometric cyberpunk RPG about solving crimes in virtual worlds - **Detached** - VR space survival experience - **Telefrag VR** - Fast-paced VR arena shooter ### Co-Development Projects - **Baldur's Gate III** (Larian Studios) - **Divinity: Original Sin II** (Larian Studios) - **Observer: System Redux** (Bloober Team) ## Co-Development Partners - Larian Studios - Bloober Team - Artifex Mundi - The Farm 51 - Playway - QLOC ## Location **Headquarters:** Katowice, Silesia, Poland ## Specializations - Cyberpunk and narrative RPGs - VR game development - Co-development services - Unreal Engine expertise ## Why Choose Anshar Studios - **Co-dev proven** with AAA partners like Larian Studios - **Original IP capability** demonstrated with Gamedec - **VR expertise** with multiple released titles - **Polish talent pool** with competitive rates - **Flexible engagement** for various project sizes
## About Game-Ace Game-Ace is a custom game development studio headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus, operating as a division of Program-Ace. With 19+ years of experience and 400+ specialists, they provide turnkey game development, AR/VR gaming, and game art services. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 2005 - **120+ in-house professionals** - **400+ talent pool specialists** - **200+ games delivered** - **19 years** in operation - **Offices:** Cyprus (HQ), Germany, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Canada ## Services ### Development Services - Full-cycle game development - Game co-development and outsourcing - Game porting and prototyping - Game testing and QA - Gamification solutions - Web3/NFT/blockchain game development - VR/AR game development ### Platforms - Mobile (iOS/Android) - PC - Console - Browser-based games ### Game Engines - Unity - Unreal Engine - Roblox - HTML5/WebGL ### Art & Design - 2D/3D game art - Animation - UI/UX design - VFX services - Slot game art ### Staffing - Developer hiring - Staff augmentation ## Notable Clients - Unity - Wargaming - Flying Wild Hog - GSN Games - Namco - Hopster - Bigpoint - Kalypso ## Notable Projects - The Protagonist: EX-1 - Farmerama - Evil West - Star Archer VR - Multiple slot games ## Why Choose Game-Ace - **19 years** of game development experience - **200+ games** delivered - **Major clients** including Unity, Wargaming - **Global offices** across 5 countries - **Full-service** from development to art
## About Aquiris Aquiris is a Brazilian game development studio founded in 2007 and headquartered in Porto Alegre, Brazil. With a team of over 150 people, they are known for creating visually stunning games with a focus on artistic quality and technical excellence. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 2007 - **Team Size:** 150+ people - **Location:** Porto Alegre, Brazil + remote team ## Notable Games ### Horizon Chase Series The studio's flagship racing franchise: - **Horizon Chase 2** - Latest installment with expanded features - **Horizon Chase Turbo** - Critically acclaimed arcade racer - **Horizon Chase: Senna Forever** - Tribute to Ayrton Senna ### Other Titles - **Wonderbox** - Apple Arcade adventure creation game - **Looney Tunes: World of Mayhem** - Mobile RPG ## Platform Experience - Console (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch) - PC (Steam) - Mobile (iOS, Android) - Apple Arcade ## Press Recognition - **PlayStation Universe:** "Pure 90's Racing Nostalgia" - **Common Sense Media:** "Beautiful, Fun and Epic" ## Specializations - Arcade racing games - Retro-inspired visuals - Cross-platform development - Mobile game expertise ## Why Choose Aquiris - **Proven IP creators** with Horizon Chase franchise - **150+ person team** with full development capacity - **Apple partnership** via Apple Arcade - **Brazilian talent** with cost-effective rates - **Cross-platform** development expertise
## About Cubix Cubix is a software development company providing game development and digital solutions. They offer comprehensive development services across mobile, web, and game platforms. ## Services ### Game Development - Mobile game development - Unity and Unreal development - Cross-platform games ### Software Development - Mobile app development - Web development - Custom software solutions ### Emerging Tech - AR/VR development - AI solutions - Blockchain development ## Specializations - Mobile-first development - Cross-platform solutions - Enterprise software ## Why Choose Cubix - **Full-service** development company - **Game development** expertise - **Mobile focus** with cross-platform capability - **Emerging tech** capabilities
## About GlobalStep GlobalStep is a major game services company providing creative and technical outsourcing solutions to the video game industry. With 2,500+ professionals across 30 countries and 8 ISO-certified studios, they support $85B+ in game revenue. ## Company Scale - **2,500+ professionals** - **30 countries** operations - **8 ISO-certified** studios - **19+ years** industry experience - **$85B+ game revenue** supported - **30B+ downloads** supported - **3,000+ titles** worked on - **250+ global clients** ## Headquarters Dallas, Texas, USA ## Studio Locations - Dallas, Texas - Richardson, Texas - Montreal, Canada - Farnborough, UK - Bucharest, Romania - Lisbon, Portugal - Pune, India - Guwahati, India ## Services ### Game Development - Game design - Engineering - Art production ### QA & Testing - Quality assurance - Functional testing - Compliance testing ### Localization - Multi-language localization - Cultural adaptation ### Player Engagement - Community management - Player support - Live operations ## Major Clients - Disney - Formula 1 - Microsoft - Major AAA studios - All major platform owners ## Why Choose GlobalStep - **$85B+ revenue supported** proven scale - **2,500+ professionals** massive capacity - **8 ISO-certified studios** quality assured - **Microsoft & Disney** client roster - **30 countries** global coverage
## About KEVANI KEVANI is a Polish game art and development studio offering outsourcing services. Based in Poland, they provide game art production and development support for international clients. ## Company Overview - **Location:** Poland - **Type:** Game art outsourcing studio - **Region:** Central Europe ## Services ### Game Art - 2D art production - 3D art and modeling - Character design - Environment art - Concept art ### Development Support - Game development assistance - Asset production - Technical art ## Poland Gaming Industry Poland is home to a thriving game development ecosystem with companies like CD Projekt RED, Techland, and numerous outsourcing studios. The country offers: - Strong technical education - Competitive rates vs Western Europe - EU timezone alignment - English proficiency ## Why Consider Polish Studios - **Central European** location - **Competitive rates** vs Western Europe - **Strong talent** pool - **EU business** standards - **Timezone** convenient for US/EU clients
## About Whimsy Games Whimsy Games is a Ukrainian game development outsourcing company with offices in UK and Ukraine. With 7+ years experience, 200+ projects, and a 30-person in-house team, they provide full-cycle development, art, porting, and post-launch support for mobile, PC, and console games. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** ~2017 - **Offices:** UK, Ukraine - **Team:** 30+ in-house, distributed globally - **Projects:** 200+ - **Experience:** 7+ years ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle development - Co-development - Unity development - Unreal development ### Art Services - 2D game art - 3D game art - VFX services - Concept and technical art ### Additional Services - Game porting (PC, console, mobile) - Engineering - Post-launch support - NFT/blockchain games ## Platforms - Mobile (iOS, Android) - PC - Console (PlayStation, Xbox, Switch) - Web ## Notable Clients - Squid Games - Adventure Studios - Enigma Dragons - Foresight Sports ## Pricing - Minimum project: $10,000+ - Hourly rate: $25-49/hr - Competitive value ## Recognition - GoodFirms top game development company - Clutch verified ratings ## Why Choose Whimsy Games - **200+ projects** extensive portfolio - **UK + Ukraine** dual presence - **Full-cycle** concept to support - **$25-49/hr** competitive rates - **Cross-platform** mobile to console
## About 300Mind 300Mind is a dynamic game development studio headquartered in Ahmedabad, India. Founded by Asha Rajput, the company brings together visionary concept artists, skilled programmers, innovative storytellers, and talented animators to deliver end-to-end game development services. ## Team - **25+ game developers** - **10+ 2D and 3D artists** - **7+ motion graphics specialists** ## Services ### Game Development - Mobile game development (iOS & Android) - Unity and Unreal Engine development - 2D, 3D, HTML5, and WebGL games - AR/VR game experiences - PC and console development - Metaverse game creation ### Game Art & Design - Concept art and character design - 3D modeling and environment design - Game UI/UX design - Level design - AAA-quality game art ### Animation - 2D and 3D character animation - Motion graphics and visual effects ## Track Record - **10M+ game downloads** across projects - **20+ games developed** - **4.5 average rating** on app stores ### Notable Projects Dots and Boxes, Forbidden Islands, ROFL, Bal Hanuman, AR Sports ## Specializations - Hyper-casual to complex game genres (RPG, action, strategy, puzzle, simulation) - Cross-platform development expertise - 3D hard surface modeling - Full-cycle game development and outsourcing ## Why Choose 300Mind - **Cost-effective development** from India with international quality standards - **Diverse expertise** spanning casual mobile to complex console games - **End-to-end services** from concept to launch - **Flexible engagement** models including dedicated team hiring
## About Game Pill Game Pill is a digital creation studio based in Toronto, Canada. With an experienced, international team, they specialize in game development, connected toys, AR experiences, and simulation projects for major entertainment brands. ## Location Toronto, Canada ## Services ### Game Development - Mobile games - PC games - Console games - Prototyping (proof of concept, vertical slice) ### App Development - Business applications - Gamification solutions ### Connected Experiences - Connected toys - AR (augmented reality) - Speech recognition integration ### Design & UX - Game design - UX/UI design ### Marketing Services - Brand strategy - Trailer production - Influencer campaigns ### Live Operations - Post-launch support - Content updates ### Location-Based Experiences - Wayfinding - Interactive projections ### Simulation - Sim2Real - Digital twins - Synthetic data ## Notable Clients - Disney - DreamWorks - Google - Mattel - Nickelodeon ## Notable Projects - Kung Fu Panda - Smash Ball - Mech League Hunting - Wheel of Fate ## Team Experienced, international, and diverse team of digital creators. ## Why Choose Game Pill - **Disney & DreamWorks** major brand experience - **Toronto-based** Canadian studio - **Full-service** from development to marketing - **AR & connected toys** specialists - **Live ops** post-launch support
## About iLogos Game Studios iLogos is a game development and art outsourcing studio founded in 2007, now headquartered in Gibraltar. With 300+ experts and 460+ completed projects, they serve major publishers including Rovio, Ubisoft, EA, and Disney. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 2007 (19+ years) - **300+ dedicated experts** - **460+ projects** completed - **100+ returning clients** - **Headquarters:** Gibraltar ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle development - Porting services - Live operations - Testing and QA ### Game Art - 2D and 3D art - Character design - Animation - UI/UX design - Concept art ### Platform Expertise - Unity - Unreal Engine - PC and console - Mobile (iOS/Android) - Casino games - Educational games ### Specialized Services - NFT/blockchain games - Metaverse solutions - AI solutions - Playable ads ## Major Clients & Projects - **Rovio:** Angry Birds 2 - **Nekki:** Shadow Fight series (100M+ downloads) - **Wooga:** June's Journey (10M+ installs) - **Ubisoft:** Hungry Shark Evolution (500M+ downloads) - **Disney Interactive** - **EA** - **Sony** - **Warner Brothers** ## Contact bizdev@ilogos.biz ## Why Choose iLogos - **500M+ downloads** on projects - **Rovio, Ubisoft, EA** client roster - **300+ experts** for scale - **19+ years** experience - **Full-service** dev and art
## About Mad Head Games Mad Head Games is an award-winning Serbian game developer founded in 2011, now part of Saber Interactive. Based in Belgrade and Novi Sad, they evolved from casual adventure games to action titles like Scars Above. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2011 - **Locations:** Belgrade, Novi Sad (Serbia), Sarajevo (Bosnia) - **Parent:** Saber Interactive (2,500+ developers, 20+ studios) - **Portfolio:** 60+ games ## Evolution ### Casual Era - 36 hidden object puzzle adventure games - Industry leader in casual adventure genre - Consecutive successes ### Action Era - Shifted to PC/console action games - Released Scars Above (2023) - 3rd person sci-fi shooter - Pagan Online - Best Selling RPG on Steam 2019 ## Notable Games - **Scars Above** (2023) - Sci-fi shooter - **Pagan Online** (2019) - ARPG with Wargaming Alliance - 60+ casual adventure titles ## Industry Recognition - Regional Street Hero Award (Reboot Develop) - Serbian game development pioneer - Serbian Gaming Association founding member ## Saber Interactive Part of Saber's elite network: - 20+ studios worldwide - 2,500+ developers - Independent since separation from Embracer Group ## Note Mad Head Games is primarily a game developer rather than an outsourcing provider. ## Why Mad Head Games Matters - **Scars Above** AAA launch - **Saber Interactive** backing - **Serbia gaming** pioneer - **60+ games** portfolio - **Steam bestseller** track record
## About Polydin Polydin is a digital art outsourcing studio based in Hungary and Turkey, specializing in game art for indie and AA developers. With services spanning concept art, 3D production, animation, and VFX, they've contributed to projects like Last Epoch. ## Company Overview - **Location:** Hungary and Turkey - **Availability:** 18 hours/day - **Focus:** Indie and AA game developers - **Styles:** Realistic and stylized ## Services ### 3D Production - 3D environments - Character modeling - Props and outfits - Hard surface and organic ### Concept Art - Character concepts - Environment concepts - Visual development ### Animation - 2D animation - 3D animation - Real-time VFX ### Level Design - Level layout - Lighting and post effects - Look development - Asset creation ## Platforms - VR - AR - Mobile - PC ## Software - ZBrush - Substance Painter - Marmoset Toolbag - Maya ## Notable Projects - **Last Epoch** (Eleventh Hour Games) - **Bloodpunk** (Dream Realm Storytellers) ## Contact business@polydin.com ## Why Choose Polydin - **Indie-friendly** rates - **Last Epoch** credits - **18 hours/day** availability - **Full pipeline** concept to VFX - **Hungary + Turkey** EU/Asia bridge
## About Toge Productions Toge Productions is an Indonesian game developer and publisher founded in 2009 in Tangerang. One of the biggest studios in Indonesia, they created the Infectonator series and Coffee Talk, while also publishing indie games to help grow the Indonesian game industry. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2009 - **Location:** Tangerang, Indonesia - **Founder:** Kris Antoni (CEO) - **Focus:** Development and publishing - **Mission:** Grow Indonesian game industry ## Original Games ### Coffee Talk Series - Story-driven visual novel - Coffee shop setting - Multiple entries ### Infectonator Series - Infectonator 3: Apocalypse - Zombie simulation-strategy - Fast-paced action ### Other Titles - When the Past was Around (2020) - Rising Hell (2021) - Rage in Peace (2018) ## Publishing Division (2017) ### Mission Help Indonesian developers: - Overcome funding challenges - Access distribution channels - Reach global markets ### Services - Development funding - Publishing support - Marketing assistance - Distribution ## Industry Contribution - Gathering events for developers - Collaboration encouragement - Regional game industry growth ## Note Toge Productions is primarily a game developer/publisher rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as Indonesia's leading game studio. ## Why Toge Productions Matters - **Coffee Talk** acclaimed series - **Indonesia's largest** game studio - **Publisher arm** indie support - **Regional pioneer** APAC gaming - **Since 2009** industry builder
## About Agate Agate is a leading Indonesian game development studio and one of Southeast Asia's largest, operating since 2009 with offices across five locations. The studio delivers full-cycle game development, art production, and gamification services to clients worldwide. ## Company Scale - **50+ consumer games** developed - **10 million+ lifetime players** globally - **200+ clients** served - **20+ industry awards** - **5 office locations** ## Services ### Full-Cycle Game Development - Initial design and prototyping - Full production and development - Quality assurance and testing - Launch and live operations ### Game Art - Concept art and visual development - 3D modeling and texturing - Character and environment animation - Technical art and optimization ### Game Porting - Multi-platform optimization - Console, PC, and mobile deployment - Performance optimization ### Gamification - Custom gamification solutions - User acquisition strategies - Live operations support ## Notable Games - **Valthirian Arc: Hero School Story 2** - **Blades of Mirage** (upcoming) - **Rootmare** (upcoming) - **RIFTSTORM** (upcoming) ## Major Clients - EA / Chillingo - Garena - Square Enix - Tokopedia - Telkomsel - Bank Central Asia ## Technology - **Engines:** Unity, Unreal Engine - **Platforms:** PC, Console, iOS, Android ## Why Choose Agate - **15+ years** of game development experience - **Southeast Asian expertise** with local market knowledge - **Full-service studio** from concept to live ops - **Scalable teams** for projects of any size - **AAA-quality outsourcing** at competitive rates
## About Bigpoint Bigpoint is a German game developer and publisher specializing in browser-based and free-to-play games. One of the pioneers of the free-to-play model in Europe, they have developed and operated some of the most successful browser games in history. ## Notable Games ### DarkOrbit Space-based MMO shooter with millions of registered players. ### Seafight Pirate-themed browser MMO game. ### Farmerama Farming simulation game. ### Drakensang Online Action RPG in the Drakensang universe. ## Business Model Pioneered the free-to-play model in European gaming: - Browser-based games - Free-to-play with microtransactions - Cross-platform accessibility - Live-service operations ## Services ### Game Development - Browser game development - Free-to-play game design - Live operations management ### Publishing - Self-publishing platform - European market expertise - Community management ## Location **Headquarters:** Hamburg, Germany ## Legacy One of Europe's original browser gaming companies, helping establish the free-to-play business model that has become standard across the industry. Their games have attracted tens of millions of players worldwide. ## Why Choose Bigpoint - **F2P pioneers** with proven monetization expertise - **Browser game specialists** for accessible gaming - **European publishing** experience - **Live ops expertise** with long-running games - **Proven scalability** with millions of players
## About Mind Studios Games Mind Studios Games is a Ukrainian game development and art outsourcing studio, operating as a department of Mind Studios. They specialize in idle games with their custom idle engine, mobile multiplayer shooters, and full-cycle game development services. ## Company Overview - **Location:** Ukraine - **Parent:** Mind Studios - **Focus:** Idle games, mobile shooters, casual games - **Specialty:** Custom idle game engine ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle game development - Team augmentation - Dedicated developers for hire - Consulting and peer review ### Game Art Outsourcing - 3D art production - 2D art design - Character art - Environment art ### Specializations - Idle games (10+ per year) - Hyper-casual games - Mobile PVP shooters - Card games - Blockchain/NFT games ## Technical Advantage Custom idle income calculation engine enables faster development of idle games, with around 10 idle games built and launched annually. ## Portfolio Highlights - 3D multiplayer shooter with 20M+ downloads - Multiplayer game development on outsource/outstaff basis - Various mobile game titles ## Ukraine Advantage - Hourly rates: $30-100 (vs $100+ Western Europe) - Strong talent pool (home to Ubisoft, Gameloft, Playtika offices) - Heritage: World of Tanks, Warface, Assassin's Creed origins ## Why Choose Mind Studios Games - **Custom idle engine** faster development - **20M+ downloads** proven success - **Ukraine-based** competitive rates - **Full-cycle** development to art - **10+ idle games** annually
## About PlaySide Studios PlaySide Studios is Australia's largest video game developer, founded in 2012 in Melbourne. With 330+ staff across three offices, they develop original IP like Age of Darkness while providing AAA work-for-hire services for Activision Blizzard, Meta, Netflix, and 2K Games. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2012 - **Headquarters:** Melbourne, Australia - **Team:** 330+ staff - **Studios:** Melbourne (2), Gold Coast (PlaySide North) - **Award:** Studio of the Year (Australian GDA 2023) ## Services ### Work-for-Hire - End-to-end game development - AAA studio partnerships - Contract development ### Original IP - PC/Console game development - Mobile game development ## Major Partnerships - Activision Blizzard - Meta - Netflix Games - Take-Two Interactive - 2K Games - Warner Bros. Interactive ## Notable Projects ### Original IP - **Age of Darkness: Final Stand** - RTS on Steam Early Access (2021) - **Game of Thrones RTS** - Licensed from Warner Bros./HBO ### Work-for-Hire - AAA studio collaborations - Major publisher contracts ## Global Presence Australia, New Zealand, UK (remote team members) ## Why Choose PlaySide Studios - **Australia's largest** game developer - **2K, Activision Blizzard** partnerships - **330+ staff** massive scale - **Studio of the Year** 2023 - **Melbourne-based** APAC timezone
## About Stepico Stepico is a Ukrainian game development company founded in 2014 in Lviv, with offices in New York, Limassol, and Australia. With 10+ years experience using Unity and Unreal, they provide full-cycle development services for clients including Disney, Marvel, Epic Games, and Gameloft. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2014 - **Headquarters:** Lviv, Ukraine - **Offices:** New York (USA), Limassol (Cyprus), Australia - **Experience:** 10+ years - **Focus:** Mobile, PC, console, Web3 ## Services ### Full-Cycle Development - Concept and pre-production - Programming - Art and animation - Quality assurance - Publishing - LiveOps (post-release support) ### Platforms - Mobile (iOS, Android) - PC - Console - Web3/Blockchain ### Engines - Unity - Unreal Engine ## Notable Clients - NBC Universal - DreamWorks - Disney - Marvel - Rovio - Gameloft - Playrix - Epic Games ## Web3 Projects - Guild of Guardians (with Immutable) - Loaded Lions: Mane City (with Crypto.com) ## Acquisitions - Inkration (2022) - game art production studio ## Social Responsibility - $20,000+ donated to Armed Forces of Ukraine - Partnership with Academy for Heroes NGO - Veteran transition support program ## Why Choose Stepico - **Disney, Marvel** AAA clients - **10+ years** proven expertise - **Web3 pioneers** blockchain games - **Ukraine + Cyprus + USA** global presence - **Full-cycle** concept to LiveOps
## About 99Games 99Games is an Indian mobile game development studio that positions itself as a "Super Indie Studio" - combining indie creativity with professional production capabilities. The studio is built by artists, gamers, writers, coders, and designers passionate about creating games that connect with players worldwide. ## Leadership - **Rohith Bhat** (CEO) - 25+ years of industry experience - **Shilpa Bhat** (VP - Games) - Former OpenGL developer, led production of major titles ## Notable Games ### Star Chef 2 The studio's flagship cooking simulation featuring: - Restaurant management gameplay - Real-time challenges - Global leaderboards - Cross-platform multiplayer ### Star Chef (Original) - **20 million+ downloads** - **4.7 all-time rating** - **7 industry awards** ### Other Titles - Dhoom: 3 The Game - Multiple award-winning casual games ## Platforms - Apple App Store - Google Play Store - Microsoft Windows Store - Mac App Store ## Services - Full-cycle mobile game development - Art production and asset creation - Work-for-hire development services ## Why Choose 99Games - **Proven success** with 20M+ downloads on flagship titles - **Award-winning** game design and innovation - **Experienced leadership** with 25+ years in gaming - **Cost-effective** development from India - **Cross-platform expertise** across mobile and PC
## About Behaviour Interactive Behaviour Interactive is a leading independent video game developer based in Canada, creating games for PC, console, and mobile platforms. Founded in 1990, they operate under the tagline "Crafting the Imaginary Into Play." ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 1990 - **35+ years** of industry experience - Multiple studio locations worldwide ## Notable Games ### Dead by Daylight The studio's flagship asymmetrical multiplayer horror game where one player takes on the role of a killer hunting four survivors. One of the most successful live-service games in the horror genre. ### Other Titles - **It Has My Face** - Paranoid procedural thriller - **Blight Survival** - Co-op survival action ## Services ### Game Development - Original IP creation - PC, console, and mobile development - Live-service game management - Immersive entertainment experiences ### Publishing - Self-publishing capabilities - Live operations management ## Global Locations - Montreal, Canada (Headquarters) - Toronto, Canada - United Kingdom - Rotterdam, Netherlands ## Community Engagement Active in charitable initiatives, including raising $329,957 CAD for CHU Sainte-Justine Foundation through Dead by Daylight community events. ## Why Choose Behaviour Interactive - **Live-service experts** with Dead by Daylight success - **35+ years** of development experience - **Global studio network** across North America and Europe - **Original IP track record** with successful franchises - **Community-focused** development approach
## About FairPlay Studios FairPlay Studios is an award-winning game development studio based in Bangkok, Thailand. They create games that appeal to hardcore gamers, with the philosophy "May Our Games Brighten Your Day." ## Notable Games - Nightmare Circus - The Land Beneath Us - At Your Service - Fallen Knight - Himmapan Marshmello Saga ## Services - Game development and production - Game design and art direction - Sound design ## Partners - DigiPen Game Studios - Midnight Evergreen - PID Games - Phoenixx - DIDTC (Digital Industry Development Council Thailand) ## Awards & Recognition - **Rising Star Award** - LEVEL UP KL 2020 - **Multiple Awards** - BIDC 2023 and 2024 (storytelling, visual art, sound design) - **Indie 80 Selection** - Tokyo Game Show 2023 ## Location **Headquarters:** Bangkok, Thailand ## Philosophy "May Our Games Brighten Your Day" - Creating games that appeal to hardcore gamers while bringing joy to players. ## Why Choose FairPlay Studios - **Award-winning** with multiple industry recognitions - **Hardcore gamer focus** for quality-driven projects - **Thai development** with competitive rates - **Full development** capabilities from design to sound - **International recognition** at TGS and industry events
## About NipsApp Game Studios NipsApp Game Studios is an Indian game development company founded in 2010 in Kerala. With 16+ years of experience, 3,000+ projects completed, and clients in 105+ countries, they specialize in VR, AR, blockchain, mobile, and console game development. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2010 - **Location:** Kerala, India - **Experience:** 16+ years - **Projects:** 3,000+ completed - **Reach:** 105+ countries ## Services ### Game Development - Mobile games (iOS, Android) - PC games - Console games - Blockchain/NFT games ### Immersive Tech - VR game development - AR game development - Metaverse solutions - Simulation platforms ### Team Augmentation - Unity developers - Unreal developers - 3D game developers - AR/VR experts - Multiplayer engineers - UI/UX designers ## Technology Stack - Unity - Unreal Engine - Blockchain integration - Cross-platform development ## Recognition - Listed on Clutch and GoodFirms - 5/5 rating (114+ verified reviews) - Known for on-time delivery ## Global Presence Operations worldwide serving USA, Europe, Middle East, and Asia. ## India Advantage Competitive pricing with strong technical expertise in VR, AR, and blockchain. ## Why Choose NipsApp - **3,000+ projects** extensive portfolio - **105+ countries** global reach - **VR/AR/Blockchain** specialists - **5/5 Clutch rating** proven quality - **16+ years** experience
## About Plarium Plarium is an Israeli mobile game developer and publisher founded in 2009, now owned by Modern Times Group (MTG). With 1,300+ employees across 7 studios, they created Raid: Shadow Legends (100M+ downloads) and multiple strategy franchises. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2009 - **Headquarters:** Herzliya, Israel - **Team:** 1,300+ employees - **Acquired by:** Aristocrat ($500M, 2017), then MTG ($620M) - **Parent:** Modern Times Group (Sweden) ## Global Studios - Herzliya, Israel (HQ) - Warsaw, Poland - Barcelona, Spain - Helsinki, Finland - Kharkiv, Lviv, Kyiv (Ukraine) ## Flagship Game: Raid: Shadow Legends - 100M+ downloads - #1 turn-based RPG (Google/Apple stores) - Mobile + PC (January 2020) - Celebrity partnerships: Jeff Goldblum, Megan Fox, Ronda Rousey, Ninja, Neymar ## Other Games - Mech Arena - Vikings: War of Clans - Stormfall franchise - Merge Gardens (Futureplay) - Lost Island: Blast Adventure ## Note Plarium is primarily a game developer/publisher rather than an outsourcing provider. ## Why Plarium Matters - **Raid Shadow Legends** 100M+ downloads - **$620M acquisition** MTG backing - **1,300+ employees** major studio - **Celebrity partnerships** massive marketing - **Israel + Ukraine** multi-studio
## About Revolution Software Revolution Software is a British video game developer founded in 1989 in York, famous for the Broken Sword adventure game series. With 30+ years creating narrative-driven adventures, they've sold millions of copies and continue developing new entries with 4K remasters. ## Company History - **Founded:** 1989 - **Location:** York, England - **Founders:** Charles Cecil, Tony Warriner, David Sykes, Noirin Carmody - **Focus:** Narrative adventure games ## Flagship Series: Broken Sword - **Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars** (1996) - ~1M copies sold - **Broken Sword II: The Smoking Mirror** (1997) - ~1M copies sold - **Broken Sword: The Sleeping Dragon** (2003) - **Broken Sword: The Angel of Death** (2006) - **Broken Sword 5: The Serpent's Curse** (2013) - **Broken Sword - Reforged** (2024) - 4K remaster ## Other Notable Games - Lure of the Temptress (1992) - First release - Beneath a Steel Sky (1994) - Beyond a Steel Sky (2020) ## Note Revolution Software is primarily a game developer creating original IP rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as a legendary UK indie studio. ## Industry Impact One of Europe's most successful adventure game companies, pushing narrative-driven games forward for 30+ years. ## Why Revolution Software Matters - **Broken Sword** iconic franchise - **30+ years** UK indie pioneer - **Millions sold** commercial success - **4K remasters** continuing legacy - **York-based** British studio
## About RingZero Game Studio RingZero Game Studio is an international video game development company based in Bangkok, Thailand. With over 25 years of experience and 100+ professionals from 15 countries, they specialize in AA games for consoles and PC, having released 30+ titles. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 1997 - **Location:** Bangkok, Thailand - **Team:** 100+ professionals - **Countries:** 15 nationalities - **Titles:** 30+ released ## Services ### Game Development - AA games for consoles (PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Switch) - PC games (Steam) - Mobile games (sponsored/branded) - Simulation games ### Platforms - PlayStation 4 & 5 - Xbox One & Series X/S - Nintendo Switch - PC (Steam) - Mobile ### Additional Services - Sponsored game development - Branded/marketing games - iBeacon and QR code integration - Internal QA - Live Operations ## Technology - Unity - Unreal Engine - AWS infrastructure ## Development Process - Scrum methodology - Daily stand-ups - Weekly builds - 1-2 week sprints - 6 months to 2 years project duration - Teams of 10-30 people ## Specializations - Simulation games - Virtual endoscopy training tools - Promotional games ## Why Choose RingZero - **25+ years** industry experience - **100+ professionals** international team - **30+ titles** proven portfolio - **Bangkok-based** APAC presence - **Full-cycle** development to live ops
Galaxy4Games is a boutique full-cycle game development studio with 15+ years of experience building, launching, and operating games for its own portfolio and for external partners. As a product company, Galaxy4Games develops and operates its own games across mobile and other platforms, giving the team hands-on experience that goes beyond development. This product-side expertise covers the full game lifecycle, including game design and development, monetization, analytics, LiveOps, user acquisition creatives, store optimization, KPI analysis, launch support, and post-launch improvement. Alongside its own products, Galaxy4Games works as a full-cycle outsourcing and co-development partner for publishers, startups, entrepreneurs, and established game studios. The team can support projects from an initial concept and MVP through production, launch, and ongoing LiveOps, or join an existing development team to provide additional expertise and capacity. Over the years of building and operating games, Galaxy4Games has developed proprietary in-house production technology designed to make game development more efficient while maintaining a fully custom end product. This technology includes a Game Application Template, an extensive Modular Solutions Library, and a LiveOps Framework. These components provide a production-ready technical foundation that can help reduce development time and costs, accelerate prototyping, and prepare games for scalability and LiveOps from the beginning. The company brings together a team of around 40 senior specialists. Galaxy4Games combines the perspective of a game developer, product owner, and long-term operator with the flexibility of a boutique outsourcing and co-development studio. Its approach is focused on building commercially viable games with ROI,scalability, and long-term product potential considered from the early stages of development.
## About Gravity Co., Ltd. Gravity Co., Ltd. is a South Korean video game developer and publisher best known for creating Ragnarok Online. They are a subsidiary of GungHo Online Entertainment. ## Company Overview - **Location:** South Korea - **Parent Company:** GungHo Online Entertainment - **Known For:** Ragnarok Online franchise ## Notable Games ### Ragnarok Online - MMORPG franchise - Global success - Multiple sequels and spin-offs ## Note Gravity is primarily a game developer/publisher, not an outsourcing service provider. Listed for reference only. ## Why Gravity Matters - **Ragnarok Online** iconic franchise - **South Korean** game development - **GungHo** backing
## About Nimble Giant Entertainment Nimble Giant Entertainment is an Argentine game developer founded in 2002, now owned by Saber Interactive. As one of Latin America's leading studios with 20+ years experience, they specialize in multiplayer shooters, 4X strategy, and Fortnite Creative content. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2002 (as NGD Studios) - **Location:** Buenos Aires, Argentina - **Additional:** Uruguay, Chile, Peru, Barcelona, Sweden - **Acquired by:** Saber Interactive (2020) ## Specializations - Multiplayer shooters - 4X/Grand strategy games - Fortnite Creative content - MMORPGs ## Notable Projects ### Games - **Star Trek: Infinite** (with Paradox, 2023) - **Master of Orion** (2016) - Turn-based strategy reboot - **Quantum League** (2020) - Asynchronous FPS - **Champions of Regnum** - First LATAM commercial MMORPG ### Fortnite Creative - 3-year collaboration with Epic Games - Features, devices, and content - Experiences for content creators ## Industry Firsts Champions of Regnum was the first commercial MMORPG made in Latin America. ## Note Nimble Giant is primarily a game developer, though they provide co-development services through Saber Interactive. ## Why Nimble Giant Matters - **Star Trek: Infinite** Paradox partnership - **Saber Interactive** backing - **20+ years** LATAM pioneer - **Epic Games** Fortnite collaboration - **Multi-region** presence
## About Rogue Goliath Studios Rogue Goliath Studios is a game development consulting company specializing in bringing game ideas from concept to reality. With decades of combined experience, they help developers with game design, programming, art direction, and launch optimization. ## Company Overview - **Focus:** Game development consulting - **Approach:** Concept to launch support - **Team:** Combined decades of experience ## Services ### Game Dev Expertise - Game design consultation - Programming guidance - Conceptualization - User experience optimization ### Design Services - Game design - 3D modeling - Shader work - Animation - Programming support ### Launch Optimization - Marketing strategy - Monetization guidance - Launch planning - Post-launch support ## Approach ### Professional Standards - Attention to detail - On-time delivery - Budget-conscious - Innovative solutions - Immersive experiences ### Client Focus - New developer guidance - Veteran game refinement - Full development process support - Success-oriented consulting ## Asset Production High-quality game assets including: - 3D models - Shaders - Animations - Programming elements ## Target Clients - New game developers starting out - Veterans refining existing games - Studios seeking optimization - Teams needing specialized expertise ## Why Choose Rogue Goliath Studios - **Expert consulting** decades experience - **Full-cycle** concept to launch - **Asset production** 3D, shaders, animation - **Professional** on-time, on-budget - **Flexible** new devs to veterans
SDLC Corp is a full-spectrum software development and technology company founded in 2015, headquartered in Batavia ,Illinois. With 600+ completed projects and 400+ professionals, we build, modernize, and scale secure digital systems from large enterprises managing complex technology programs to growing mid-sized companies and startups. SDLC Corp covers the complete Software Development lifecycle from the first line of code to long-term engineering continuity through dedicated practice teams with deep, niche-specific expertise across: • Custom software development • Web and mobile application development • Enterprise AI and machine learning • Odoo ERP and Salesforce CRM implementation • Game development • Cloud and DevOps • UI/UX design • Digital transformation consulting Every service is delivered by dedicated practice teams with deep and niche-specific expertise. We operate across the USA, UK, UAE, India, Australia, and Canada, supported by engineers, solution architects, ERP consultants, AI specialists, Unreal Engine and Unity game developers, DevOps engineers, QA professionals, and technology consultants. For enterprises, we handle large-scale software programs, clients like Transworld, Kiss USA, Equity Builders, Wadiaa, Orange Telecom, Huawei, ADTS, Airavat, Zilch and much more. Beyond client work, SDLC Corp builds and ships its own software DAN for document processing, Pulastya AI for voice automation, Praxis AI for institute management, Foresite for business intelligence, and 20+ Odoo connectors validating our engineering standards against real production demands. We deliver through custom development, turnkey products, white-label solutions, dedicated teams, staff augmentation, and long-term maintenance. Clients retain full ownership of source code and IP. SDLC Corp supports scalable architecture, secure development, integration readiness, and post-launch engineering continuity.
## About StudioKrew StudioKrew is a game development and mobile app company headquartered in Delhi NCR, India with 12+ years experience. Serving USA, UK, UAE, and Australia, they've delivered 500+ projects using Unity, Unreal, and multiple technologies for brands like Amazon, Swiggy, and Hyundai. ## Company Overview - **Headquarters:** Delhi NCR, India - **Experience:** 12+ years - **Projects:** 500+ delivered - **Offices:** India, USA, UK, UAE ## Services ### Game Development - Mobile games (iOS, Android) - PC/Desktop games - Console development - AR/VR game apps - NFT/blockchain games ### Game Genres - Action, RPG, Casual/Hyper Casual - MMO, Cards and Board - Real Money Casino - Promotional and Educational ### Technologies - Unity 3D - Unreal Engine - PlayCanvas, Cocos2D, Construct - Swift, Kotlin, React ### Additional Services - Mobile app development - Web applications - Digital Twin - Revit Plugins - Cloud ERP ## Notable Clients - Amazon - Swiggy - MPL - Hyundai - John Deere ## Outsourcing Model Dedicated team engagement with sound project management from planning through release. ## Why Choose StudioKrew - **500+ projects** extensive portfolio - **Amazon, Hyundai** premium clients - **12+ years** proven experience - **Unity + Unreal** multi-engine - **India + USA + UK** global presence
## About Antier Solutions Antier Solutions is a global enterprise technology company with 15+ years of experience specializing in blockchain, AI/ML, and Web3 gaming development. With over 1,000 experts and 1,200+ enterprise implementations, they deliver cutting-edge solutions across multiple industries. ## Company Scale - **15+ years** of experience - **1,000+ experts** globally - **1,200+ implementations** delivered ## Services ### Blockchain Development - Custom blockchain solutions - Smart contract development - Tokenization platforms - DeFi platforms ### AI/ML Solutions - AI agent development - Generative AI implementation - Enterprise automation - AI consulting ### Gaming & Metaverse - Play-to-earn (P2E) game development - Metaverse development - Web3 gaming solutions - NFT platform development ### Web3 Solutions - Decentralized applications (DApps) - Crypto exchanges - Digital wallets - Digital banking platforms ## Technology Expertise - Ethereum, Polygon, Solana - Binance Smart Chain, Polkadot - Cardano, Avalanche, Cosmos - Layer 2 solutions ## Global Locations - India (Headquarters) - USA - Australia - UK - UAE ## Additional Services - White-label solutions - Web3 consulting - Marketing as a Service (MaaS) - Legal consulting for Web3 compliance ## Why Choose Antier Solutions - **Enterprise scale** with 1,200+ implementations - **Global presence** across 5 countries - **Full-stack Web3** from blockchain to gaming - **AI integration** capabilities - **White-label solutions** for rapid deployment
## About Chaosmonger Studio Chaosmonger Studio is a multimedia production company headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, originally founded in Bologna, Italy in the early 2000s by Nicola Piovesan. With nearly 20 years of experience, they produce various entertainment including video games, documentaries, films, and music videos. ## History - **Founded:** Early 2000s in Bologna, Italy - **Current HQ:** Tallinn, Estonia - **Founder:** Nicola Piovesan - **Gaming since:** 2019 ## Recognition - 100+ awards in hundreds of festivals worldwide - Including prestigious A-Series festivals - Gained worldwide attention when entering games in 2019 ## Services ### Game Development - Indie game development - Game publishing - Metroidvania/platformer specialization ### Multimedia Production - Documentaries - Science fiction films - Animations - Music videos - Graphic design ## Notable Games - **Clunky Hero** - Story-driven platformer metroidvania with RPG elements - **ENCODYA** (Neo Berlin 2062) - Adventure game released January 2021 - **Speedollama** - Fast platformer shooter released October 2024 - **Three Minutes to Eight** - Side-scrolling adventure - **Voivod: The Nuclear Warrior** - Upcoming Metroidvania ## Why Choose Chaosmonger Studio - **100+ awards** in film and gaming - **20 years** multimedia experience - **Indie game** development and publishing - **Estonia-based** with EU advantages - **Cross-media** production capabilities
## About DON'T NOD DON'T NOD (formerly Dontnod Entertainment) is a French video game developer and publisher based in Paris, France. Founded in 2008 by former Criterion Games, Ubisoft, and EA staff, they are best known for creating Life is Strange. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** May 1, 2008 - **250+ employees** in France - **Offices:** Paris (HQ) and Montréal, Canada (since 2020) - **Status:** Independent developer and publisher ## Founders - Hervé Bonin - Aleksi Briclot - Alain Damasio (created "Dontnod" palindrome) - Oskar Guilbert - Jean-Maxime Moris ## Notable Games ### Life is Strange Series - **Life is Strange** (2015) - 1M units in first month, 3M+ players - Created the franchise that defined narrative adventure gaming ### Other Titles - **Remember Me** (2013) - **Vampyr** (2018) - **Tell Me Why** (2020) - with Xbox Game Studios - **Jusant** (2023) - puzzle platformer - **Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden** (2024) - ARPG - **Lost Records: Bloom & Rage** - from Montréal studio ## Current Status 7+ games currently in development, including Netflix partnership for new narrative game. ## Specializations - Narrative adventure games - Episodic storytelling - ARPG development - Strong character-driven experiences ## Why Choose DON'T NOD - **Life is Strange creators** with narrative expertise - **250+ person team** across Paris and Montréal - **Independent** developer and publisher - **Multiple projects** in parallel - **Netflix partnership** for new content
## About Mighty Kingdom Mighty Kingdom is one of Australia's largest independent game developers, founded in 2010 in Adelaide. With 160+ developers, they have released 50+ games for 50M+ players, partnering with Disney, LEGO, Sony, Google, and Apple Arcade. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2010 - **Location:** Adelaide, South Australia - **Founders:** Philip Mayes, Jindou Lee (ex-Krome Studios, Midway) - **Team:** 160+ developers ## Portfolio - 50+ games released - 50M+ players worldwide ## Major Partners - Disney - LEGO - Sony - Google - Apple Arcade - Mattel - Funcom - Snapchat - Moose Toys (Shopkins) - Spinmaster - East Side Games ## Notable Games - Shopkins - LEGO Friends: Heartlake Rush - Gabby's Dollhouse - Wild Life: Puzzle Story - Ava's Manor ## Awards - **Studio of the Year** - Australian Game Developer Awards 2019 - **Best Game** (Wild Life) - South Australian Screen Awards 2020 - **Premier's Export Awards** - Creative Industries SA 2021 ## Address Game Plus Level 2, 44 Pirie St, Adelaide 5000 SA ## Note Mighty Kingdom primarily develops licensed games and original IP rather than providing outsourcing services. ## Why Mighty Kingdom Matters - **Disney, LEGO, Sony** partnerships - **50M+ players** reached - **Studio of the Year** Australia - **Adelaide-based** Australian gaming hub - **160+ developers** team
## About NeoBards Entertainment NeoBards Entertainment is a Hong Kong-based video game developer founded in 2017, with studios in Taipei, Suzhou, and Breda (Netherlands). As a primary outsourcing partner for Capcom, they develop Resident Evil ports, remasters, and spin-offs with teams scaling to 80-90 developers. ## Company History - **Founded:** February 15, 2017 - **Headquarters:** Hong Kong - **Studios:** Taipei, Suzhou, Breda (Netherlands) - **Team:** Scales to 80-90 developers per project - **Experience:** Founders from Infogrames, Activision, Sony, Square Enix ## Major Partnerships ### Capcom (Primary Partner) - Long-term outsourcing relationship since 2017 - Resident Evil ports and remasters - Spin-off development ### Other Publishers - Square Enix (Marvel's Avengers) - Nexon (Dynasty Warriors M) - Konami (SILENT HILL f co-development) ## Notable Projects ### Ports & Remasters - Devil May Cry HD Collection - Onimusha: Warlords - Resident Evil Origins Collection (Switch) - Resident Evil 2, 3, 7 enhanced ports (raytracing) ### Original Development - Resident Evil: Resistance - Resident Evil Re:Verse - SILENT HILL f (co-development) ## Company Scale 10+ games developed in 8 years. Large-scale, high-quality projects with dedicated teams. ## Why Choose NeoBards - **Capcom primary** outsource partner - **Resident Evil** multiple credits - **80-90 developers** team scale - **Multi-region** HK, Taiwan, China, NL - **20+ years** founder experience
## About SMG Studio SMG Studio is an Australian indie game developer founded in 2013 in Sydney. Creators of Moving Out (1M+ copies, 10M+ downloads), they develop original and licensed IP for mobile, PC, and consoles from offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Los Angeles. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2013 - **Headquarters:** Sydney, Australia - **Offices:** Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, LA - **Founder:** Ashley Ringrose - **Focus:** Mobile, PC, consoles ## Notable Games ### Moving Out - Couch co-op moving simulator - 1M+ copies sold - 10M+ downloads - EGX Indie Hero Award - 2020 Game of the Year (GamesIndustry.biz, Australian Game Developer) ### Other Titles - Death Squared - RISK: Global Domination - Thumb Drift - One More Line - OTTTD ## Accessibility Focus Moving Out designed with accessibility in mind: - Toggle-able options - Customizable text size - Controller remapping - Speed/timing adjustments - Tested with 140 players including disabled players ## Funding & Recognition - Screen Australia Games Enterprise funding (2013) - Best Places to Work in Ottawa - Best Places to Work in Canada ## Note SMG Studio is primarily a game developer rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as a notable Australian studio. ## Why SMG Studio Matters - **Moving Out** 10M+ downloads - **Award-winning** multiple Game of the Year - **Accessibility pioneer** inclusive design - **Australian indie** Sydney-based - **Multi-platform** mobile to console
## About Sumo Sheffield Sumo Sheffield is the largest and flagship studio of Sumo Digital, established in 2003 in Sheffield, UK. Now owned by Tencent, they're one of the largest award-winning studios in the UK, specializing in large-scale AAA licensed projects and working on Warframe content. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2003 - **Location:** Sheffield, UK (Sumo HQ) - **Parent:** Sumo Digital (Tencent subsidiary) - **Focus:** AAA licensed projects and own IP ## History Founded by Carl Cavers, Paul Porter, Darren Mills, and James North-Hearn from former Infogrames Studios management team. Many developers worked together previously at Gremlin Interactive. ## Scale Sumo Digital now has 16 studios worldwide with 1,200+ employees globally across UK, Europe, India, and Canada. Sumo Sheffield is the largest of these studios. ## Notable Partnerships - Microsoft - Sony - SEGA - Activision - Digital Extremes (Warframe) ## Current Projects Working on content updates for Warframe in partnership with Digital Extremes (announced October 2024, ongoing as of October 2025). ## Corporate History - 2017: Sumo Group formed - 2022: Acquired by Tencent ## Why Choose Sumo Sheffield - **Tencent-owned** major backing - **1,200+ employees** Sumo group scale - **Warframe** active development - **Sheffield HQ** UK's leading studio - **Microsoft, Sony, SEGA** AAA partners
## About Atomhawk Atomhawk is an award-winning art studio based in Gateshead, United Kingdom. They provide comprehensive art services for the games industry, working with major publishers and developers on AAA and indie titles alike. ## Services ### Concept Art - Character concepts - Environment concepts - Prop and vehicle design - World building visualization ### Production Art - Game-ready assets - Character art - Environment art - Props and objects ### Technical Art - Shader development - Pipeline optimization - Tool creation ### 2D Game Art - Sprites and animations - UI elements - Marketing assets ### 3D Art - Character modeling - Environment creation - Asset production ### UI/UX - Interface design - User experience - HUD systems ### Animation & Trailers - Cinematic sequences - Marketing trailers - In-game animations ### Marketing Art - Key art - Promotional materials - Social media assets ## Notable Projects - Overwatch 2 - Warframe - Age of Mythology: Retold - Helldivers 2 - Diablo IV - Call of Duty series - Halo Infinite ## Major Clients - Blizzard Entertainment - Epic Games - Xbox Game Studios - PlayStation - Activision - EA Sports - Insomniac Games ## Location **Headquarters:** Gateshead, United Kingdom RIGA Business Centre, Baltic Business Quarter, Quarryfield Road, Gateshead, NE8 3DF ## Recognition - Award-winning studio - QA certification - Regional industry awards - Multiple accreditations ## Why Choose Atomhawk - **AAA portfolio** with industry-leading franchises - **Major client roster** including Blizzard, Epic, Xbox - **Full art services** from concept to production - **UK-based** with established reputation - **Award-winning** quality and processes
## About Azumo Azumo is a nearshore software development firm established in 2016, headquartered in San Francisco with development operations across South America (primarily Argentina). They bridge offshore cost-effectiveness with onshore alignment. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 2016 - **Headquarters:** San Francisco, USA - **Development:** Argentina and South America - **Rating:** 4.9/5 stars (376 reviews) ## Services ### Game Development - Unity development - Unreal Engine development - Full game development ### AI & Machine Learning - Custom AI solutions - LLM fine-tuning - Computer vision - Natural language processing ### Software Development - Custom software development - Web applications - Enterprise applications - POC/MVP development ### Mobile Development - iOS development - Android development - Cross-platform solutions ### DevOps & Cloud - AWS, Azure, GCP expertise - Data engineering - ETL/ELT pipelines ### Staffing - Software staff augmentation - Dedicated teams - Virtual CTO consulting ## Notable Clients - Facebook/Meta - Twitter - Discovery Channel - Zynga - NCsoft - Omnicom - United Health ## Certifications - SOC 2 certified - AWS/Azure/Google Cloud partners - GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA-ready ## Why Choose Azumo - **Nearshore model** with US timezone alignment - **Major tech clients** including Meta, Zynga, NCsoft - **Game development** with Unity and Unreal - **SOC 2 certified** security compliance - **4.9/5 rating** with 376+ reviews
## About Blind Squirrel Entertainment Blind Squirrel Entertainment (formerly Blind Squirrel Games) is a multi-studio game development company providing knowledge and experience to help partners deliver high-quality entertainment. With offices across three continents, they specialize in full content creation, co-development, and ports/remasters. ## Services ### Full Content Creation - Original game development - Complete project ownership - End-to-end production ### Co-Development - AAA partner collaboration - Feature development - Content creation support ### Ports & Remasters - Platform porting - Game remasters - Performance optimization ## Notable Projects ### Original IP - **Cosmorons** - Retro sci-fi shooter in development ### Co-Development - **New World** - Amazon Games fantasy MMORPG - **New World: Aeternum** - Console release - **State of Decay 3** - Co-development partner - **Delta Force: Hawk Ops** - Partnership with TiMi and Team Jade ## Global Locations - Texas, USA - California, USA - Colombia (Distributed Development studio, acquired 2025) - New Zealand ## Work Philosophy Flexible work arrangements: "Remote, in-office, or a little bit of both" ## Why Choose Blind Squirrel Entertainment - **Global presence** across three continents - **AAA partnerships** with major publishers - **Full-service capabilities** from original to ports - **Flexible engagement** models - **Multi-studio resources** for scalable projects
## About Com2uS Com2uS is a South Korean mobile game developer and publisher known for creating globally successful mobile games. They are one of the leading mobile gaming companies in Asia. ## Notable Games - **Summoners War** - Mobile RPG phenomenon with global success - **World Arena** - Competitive mobile gaming ## Services ### Game Development - Mobile game development - Free-to-play games - Live-service operations ### Publishing - Global game publishing - Asian market expertise ## Specializations - Mobile RPGs - Gacha game mechanics - Live-service games - Global mobile publishing ## Location **Headquarters:** South Korea ## Why Choose Com2uS - **Mobile gaming leader** in Asia - **Global success** with Summoners War - **Live-service expertise** for ongoing operations - **Asian market** knowledge - **Free-to-play** monetization expertise
Frequently asked questions
What does a game design outsourcing studio do?
It decides how a game works: systems and economies, progression and difficulty curves, combat and encounter design, level layouts, and the documentation that lets engineers and artists build the same game. Some studios also prototype in-engine so a system can be felt rather than argued about. 175 of the 441 studios in this directory tag game design as a service.
Should I outsource game design at all?
Outsource design when you need a skill or a perspective you do not have — a systems designer for an economy, a level designer for a genre nobody on the team has shipped, or an outside review of why a build is not landing. Keep design in house when it defines the game's identity and changes weekly, because that work needs conversation rather than a brief. Most teams buy design as consulting first and production ownership only after that works.
How much does game design outsourcing cost?
Typical market rates run roughly $50-90 per hour for a mid-level game designer and $90-200 for a senior or lead, and consulting is often sold as a day rate rather than hourly. Those are editorial market ranges rather than quotes from listed studios. A paid audit of one to two weeks is the standard low-risk entry point, because it produces written recommendations you can judge before committing to a production contract.
What is the difference between game design and level design?
Game design sets the rules: what the player can do, how systems interact, how difficulty and reward curve over time. Level design applies those rules to space and pacing: where the player goes, what they meet, and in what order. A systems designer and a level designer are usually different people with different portfolios, so hire against the specific problem rather than the general title.
Which studios offer game design and art under one contract?
Full-production studios and mid-size multi-discipline shops are the ones that reliably cover both, because they keep designers and artists on the same bench. The benefit is that the designer and the artist resolve a question directly rather than through you. The cost is that you accept their weaker discipline alongside their stronger one. Filter this directory for game design plus 2D or 3D art to see which studios tag both.
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