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Narrative Adventure Masters
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

French AA RPG Studio
About Spiders Spiders is a French video game developer founded in 2008 in Paris, now a subsidiary of Nacon. Known for action RPGs including GreedFall (2M+ copies), Mars: War Logs, and Steelrising, they develop games using their proprietary Silk Engine. Company Overview Founded: 2008 Location: Paris, France Director: Jehanne Rousseau Parent: Nacon (acquired 2019) Focus: Action role-playing games Technology Silk Engine Modified Sony PhyreEngine Proprietary development Used for all Spiders games Notable Games GreedFall (2019) 2M+ copies shipped Early 18th century fantasy setting PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series GreedFall 2: The Dying World Currently in development Prequel to original Other Titles Steelrising (French Revolution setting) The Technomancer (Cyberpunk RPG) Bound by Flame (Medieval fantasy) Mars: War Logs Platforms PC (Windows) PlayStation 4 & 5 Xbox One & Series X/S Note Spiders is primarily a game developer rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as a notable French RPG studio. Why Spiders Matters GreedFall 2M+ copies Paris-based French studio Silk Engine proprietary tech Nacon-owned publisher backing Action RPG specialists

Martial Arts Action
About Sloclap Sloclap is a French independent video game studio founded in 2015 in Paris. Known for martial arts action games Sifu (4M+ copies sold) and Absolver, they work with authentic kung fu masters to create skill-based combat experiences. Company Overview Founded: 2015 Location: Paris, France Focus: Martial arts action games Style: Skill-based combat Games Sifu Third-person martial arts action Bak Mei kung fu style 500K+ sales in 48 hours 4M+ copies sold (May 2025) Netflix film adaptation announced Choreography by Benjamin Colussi (Bak Mei master) Absolver (2017) Online martial arts action Published by Devolver Digital 300K+ copies sold PlayStation, PC, Xbox Rematch (Upcoming) 5v5 online arcade soccer PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC Summer release planned Cultural Authenticity Real kung fu master collaboration Jackie Chan film inspiration Authentic martial arts movements Cultural sensitivity focus Note Sloclap is primarily a game developer rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as a notable French studio. Why Sloclap Matters Sifu 4M+ copies sold Netflix adaptation secured Paris-based French indie Authentic martial arts real masters Devolver Digital publishing partnership

Concept Art Excellence
About Athena Productions Athena Productions is a game audio company partnering with leading video game developers, publishers, and entertainment brands worldwide. Their team brings experience from award-winning games, blockbuster films, and globally recognized franchises. Services Game Audio Music composition Sound design Audio implementation Voice production Audio Services Original scores Sound effects Dialogue recording Audio post-production Philosophy "Art is not created in isolation - effective communication is the cornerstone of a successful partnership." They listen attentively, communicate clearly, and collaborate closely with clients to bring ideas to life in the most compelling way possible. Client Experience They don't just meet expectations - they aim to exceed them. Every project is an opportunity to inspire players and elevate the client's vision. Client Testimonial "It was fantastic working with Athena and right from the start, the energy was awesome! Nothing ever felt was ever too much, and it was inspiring to be working with folks who felt as passionate about the project as we are." Why Choose Athena Productions Award-winning experience across games and film Full audio services from music to sound design Collaborative approach emphasizing communication Passionate team committed to exceeding expectations Global partnerships with major developers
Weaving Interactive Stories
About Talespinners Talespinners is a UK-based game narrative outsourcing studio founded in 2016. Specializing in writing, narrative design, and story development for games, their team has contributed to BAFTA-winning Agatha Christie: Hercule Poirot and award-winning Disco Elysium. Company Overview Founded: April 2016 Location: Broadstairs, Kent, UK + Canada Focus: Narrative design and game writing Services Writing Plot development Dialogue writing Text and script Editing and review Narrative Design Story structure Character development Setting and world-building Narrative systems Creative Services Direction Consultancy Story workshops Artist and actor direction Notable Projects BAFTA-Winning Work Agatha Christie: Hercule Poirot - The First Cases (Blazing Griffin) Nancy Drew: Midnight in Salem (HeR Interactive) Award-Winning Games Disco Elysium (Game Awards, D.I.C.E., BAFTA Best Narrative) Sunless Sea: Zubmariner Sunless Skies Fallen London AAA Credits Battlefield 1 (DICE) Total War: Rome II (Creative Assembly) Binary Domain (SEGA) Driver San Francisco (Ubisoft Reflections) Why Choose Talespinners Disco Elysium award-winning credit BAFTA-winning Agatha Christie game UK + Canada team coverage Story workshops collaborative approach AAA + indie diverse experience

Veteran Game Design Consultant
About Pascal Luban Consulting Pascal Luban is a French freelance game design consultant with 29+ years of industry experience. Having worked with Activision, Ubisoft, SCEE, and DICE on AAA titles like Splinter Cell and Wanted: Weapons of Fate, he provides game design consulting, assessment, and coaching services. Background Location: France Experience: 29+ years Industry Since: 1995 Role: Freelance Creative Director / Game Designer Major Credits Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow - Lead Level Designer (multiplayer) Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory - Lead Level Designer (multiplayer) Wanted: Weapons of Fate - Creative Director Fighters Uncaged - Lead Game Designer (first Kinect combat game) Services Game Design Consulting Game and level design assessment Game concept definition Design coaching Playtest coaching Full Design Services Full game design documents Detailed level design Narrative design Economic design Client Work Examples Activision (open world hunting titles) Pixel Federation (Diggy's Adventures) DICE (Battlefield analysis) Additional Activities Regular contributor to Game Developer Master classes at schools and studios across Europe Author and educator Why Choose Pascal Luban 29+ years industry veteran Splinter Cell lead designer AAA experience Activision, Ubisoft, DICE France-based European timezone Forbes contributor thought leadership

Independent game studio for web, mobile, and PC.
We are an independent game studio founded in 2024 by two passionate creators based in France. With over 10 years of experience in the video game industry and more than 50 released titles. Our mission is simple, to craft fun, immersive, and original games for web, mobile, and PC.
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