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Mimimi Games

Real-Time Tactics Experts

## About Mimimi Games Mimimi Games was a German video game developer based in Munich, founded in January 2011. Known for tactical stealth games Shadow Tactics, Desperados III, and Shadow Gambit, the studio closed in January 2024 after delivering critically acclaimed games. ## Company History - **Founded:** January 2011 - **Location:** Munich, Germany - **Founders:** Dominik Abé, Johannes Roth - **Closed:** January 2024 - **Motto:** "Making games and crying about it" ## Notable Games ### Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun (2016) - Set in Edo-era Japan - Tactical stealth gameplay - First major commercial success - Expansion: Aiko's Choice ### Desperados III (2020) - Published by THQ Nordic - Western tactical stealth - 96% critic recommendation (OpenCritic) - "Generally favorable" Metacritic reviews ### Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew (2023) - Final original title - Pirate-themed tactical stealth - DLC: Yuki's Wish, Zagan's Ritual ## Studio Legacy Mimimi Games revived the real-time tactics genre, creating some of the most beloved stealth strategy games. Their dedication to quality and increasingly ambitious projects ultimately led to their closure due to unsustainable production values. ## Note Mimimi Games closed in January 2024. This entry exists for historical reference. The studio was a game developer, not an outsourcing provider. ## Why Mimimi Mattered - **Shadow Tactics** genre revival - **Desperados III** 96% recommended - **Munich-based** German quality - **Tactical stealth** specialists - **Critical acclaim** across all titles

Ulysses Graphics

Premium 3D Art for Games

Ulysses Graphics is a Ukrainian 3D art outsourcing studio founded in 2005 with 100+ specialists. They offer 3D/2D art, concept art, animations, and photogrammetry services. Notable projects include Farming Simulator, Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, and Hitman 2. Clients include Capcom, Deep Silver, and Activision.

Kiragames

Thailand's Largest Game Publisher

## About Kiragames Kiragames is a Thai indie game developer and publisher founded in 2009 by Kirakorn. Known for Unblock Me (140M+ downloads), they are the biggest mobile game publisher in Thailand by downloads. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2009 - **Location:** Nakhon Ratchasima and Chiang Mai, Thailand - **Founder:** Kirakorn - **Focus:** Mobile puzzle games ## Notable Games ### Unblock Me - 140+ million downloads - First Thai game with Google Play Editorial Feature - Sliding block puzzle game ## Industry Position - 4th largest publisher in Southeast Asia (App Annie, 2015) - Biggest publisher by downloads in Thailand - Focus on iOS and Android platforms ## Specializations - Puzzle games - Mobile game design - iOS development - Android development ## Platform Focus - iOS (App Store) - Android (Google Play) ## Note Kiragames is primarily a mobile game developer/publisher rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as a significant Thai gaming company. ## Why Kiragames Matters - **140M+ downloads** Unblock Me - **#1 Thai** game publisher by downloads - **Google Play** Editorial Feature - **Southeast Asia** top 4 publisher - **Puzzle game** specialists

Ingenious Studios

Serbian Unity Specialists

## About Ingenious Studios Ingenious Studios is a game development and art studio based in Niš, Serbia, founded in 2019. Powered by Ingsoftware (10+ years experience), they specialize in Unity development, game art, and board game art production. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2019 - **Location:** Niš, Serbia - **Backed by:** Ingsoftware (full-cycle development agency) ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle game development - Unity game development - AR/VR development ### Game Art - Concept art - 2D and 3D game assets - Character design - Environment design - Game UI/UX - 2D and 3D animation ### Specializations - Board game art - Video game art - Mobile app development ## Technical Expertise - Unity (primary engine) - Agile development methodology - AR/VR environments ## Clients - Farmerama (Bigpoint) - Hidden Object scene backgrounds ## Why Choose Ingenious Studios - **Serbia-based** competitive rates - **Unity specialists** for game dev - **Board game art** expertise - **10+ years** backing from Ingsoftware - **Full-cycle** development to art

IO Interactive

Stealth Sandbox Innovators

## About IO Interactive IO Interactive (IOI) is a Danish AAA game developer and publisher founded in 1998, headquartered in Copenhagen. With ~500 employees across 5 studios, they are the creators of Hitman, Kane & Lynch, and the upcoming James Bond game Project 007. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 1998 - **~500 employees** (2025) - **Status:** Independent (since 2017 buyout from Square Enix) - **25+ years** in business ## Locations - Copenhagen, Denmark (HQ) - Malmö, Sweden - Barcelona, Spain - Istanbul, Turkey - Brighton, UK ## Notable Games ### Hitman Franchise - HITMAN World of Assassination - Full trilogy critically acclaimed ### Other Franchises - Kane & Lynch - Mini Ninjas - Freedom Fighters ### Upcoming - **007 First Light** (May 2026) - James Bond origin story - Project Fantasy ## Technology **Glacier Engine** - Award-winning proprietary game engine ## Company History - 1998: Founded in Copenhagen - 2004: Acquired by Eidos for £23M - 2009: Under Square Enix Europe - 2017: Management buyout, became independent - 2025: 500 employees across 5 studios ## Note IO Interactive is primarily a game developer/publisher, not an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference. ## Why IO Interactive Matters - **Hitman franchise** creators - **James Bond game** (Project 007) - **500 employees** across Europe - **Independent AAA** studio

Art Bully Productions

Art That Stands Out

## About Art Bully Productions Art Bully Productions is a global AAA-quality art outsourcing studio with over 15 years of experience. With studios in Raleigh (NC), Belgrade (Serbia), and Punjab (India), they deliver high-end game and cinematic art for developers of all sizes. ## Company History - **15+ years** delivering AAA-quality art - **Founded:** Early 2000s - **HQ:** Raleigh, North Carolina ## Studio Locations - Raleigh, North Carolina (USA) - Belgrade, Serbia - Punjab, India ## Services ### 3D & 2D Art - Characters and creatures - Weapons and vehicles - Complex prop structures - Concept art ### Animation - Keyframe character animation - Creature animation - Rigging and skinning - Motion capture cleanup ### Full Pipeline - Concepts through integration - Modeling and texturing - Level art and set dressing - VFX and technical art - UI/UX design ## Major Clients - Epic Games - Activision - Bethesda Game Studios - Electronic Arts - 2K Games - Gearbox Software - Insomniac Games - Bungie - Obsidian Entertainment - Blizzard Entertainment ## Notable Projects - **Marathon** (Bungie) - development collaboration - **Avowed** (Obsidian) - weapon assets - **Remnant 2** (Gunfire Games) - 2D concepts, 3D characters, creatures, weapons, props - **Call of Duty: Vanguard/Warzone** (Sledgehammer) - weapon variant skins - **The Outer Worlds 2** - 3D art and animation ## Why Choose Art Bully - **15+ years** AAA experience - **Epic, Activision, Bethesda** client roster - **Full-pipeline** art production - **Multi-continent** studio presence - **AAA to indie** client support

Iron Galaxy Studios

Technical Excellence in Game Development

## About Iron Galaxy Studios Iron Galaxy Studios is a leading American video game developer and technical consulting studio founded in 2008. Based in Chicago with studios in Orlando, Nashville, and Austin, they specialize in porting, co-development, and support work for major publishers. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2008 by Dave Lang - **Headquarters:** Chicago, Illinois - **Recognition:** Fortune's Best Small/Medium Workplaces Chicago 2024 (#6) ## Studio Locations - Chicago, Illinois (HQ) - Orlando, Florida - Nashville, Tennessee - Austin, Texas ## Services ### Porting - Console-to-PC conversions - PC-to-console ports - Nintendo Switch optimization - Cross-platform development ### Development Services - Technical consulting - Co-development support - Lead development - Quality assurance ## Portfolio 80+ games across various platforms. ## Notable Porting Projects ### Nintendo Switch - **The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim** (2017, with Bethesda) - **Diablo III** (2018, with Blizzard) - **Dauntless** (2019) - **Overwatch** (2019) - **Apex Legends** (2021) ### PC Ports - **Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection** (2022) - **The Last of Us Part I** (2023) ### Original Development - **Killer Instinct** Seasons 2 & 3 - **Rumbleverse** (original IP) ### Earlier Work - Bionic Commando - Dark Void ## Industry Recognition - Great Places to Work Chicago 2021 certified - GamesIndustry.biz US Best Places To Work winner - Top Workplaces USA 2022 winner ## Why Choose Iron Galaxy - **80+ games** portfolio - **Bethesda, Blizzard, Naughty Dog** porting work - **Nintendo Switch** optimization experts - **Award-winning** workplace culture - **Full-service** technical consulting

Good Job Games

Turkish Hyper-Casual

## About Good Job Games Good Job Games is a global mobile gaming company founded in 2017. They develop puzzle and match-3 games enjoyed by millions of players worldwide. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2017 - **Type:** Mobile game developer/publisher - **Focus:** Puzzle and match-3 games ## Core Values 1. Team comes first 2. Passion for craft 3. Push the limits ## Notable Games ### Wonder Blast - Puzzle game featuring the Wilson Family - Available on App Store and Google Play ### Match Villains - Match-3 puzzle game with heist themes - Available on App Store and Google Play ## Specializations - Puzzle games - Match-3 mechanics - Mobile-first development - iOS and Android ## Culture Emphasizes employee well-being and actively recruits talent. ## Note Good Job Games is primarily a mobile game developer/publisher, not an outsourcing service provider. Listed for reference. ## Why Good Job Games Matters - **Millions of players** worldwide - **Puzzle specialists** in mobile - **Since 2017** established studio

GameYan Studio

3D Animation Excellence from India

## About GameYan Studio GameYan is a 3D animation and game development outsourcing studio based in Ahmedabad, India, with offices in Dallas (USA), Dubai (UAE), and Bahrain. They provide comprehensive game art, animation, and development services. ## Locations - **Head Office:** Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India - **USA Branch:** Dallas, Texas - **Dubai Branch:** UAE - **Bahrain Branch:** Kingdom of Bahrain ## Services ### Game Development - Video game development - Mobile game development - VR game development - Unity3D development - Unreal Engine 4 development ### 3D Animation - Character modeling - Rigging and animation - Shading and lighting - Motion capture services ### Movie Production - Feature animation pipelines - Pre-production - Production - Post-production ### Game Art Outsourcing - 2D and 3D asset creation - Concept art - Character design ### Additional Services - TV commercials - Web series - Cinematic trailers - AR technology ## Notable Projects ### Feature Films - **Little Heroes (Pequenos Heroes)** (2017) - 250+ 3D semi-cartoonish characters ### Games - Contro VR - Fastrack VR - Crick Play - 3D Fight Game - BolPatti (multiplayer card game) ## Why Choose GameYan - **Global presence** across 4 countries - **India-based** competitive rates - **VR expertise** in game development - **Full animation pipeline** for films - **Unity & Unreal** engine specialists

Oodles Technologies

Blockchain Game Development

## About Oodles Technologies Oodles Technologies is an Indian blockchain and technology company based in Gurugram, specializing in Web3 game development, NFT games, metaverse experiences, and play-to-earn mechanics. With offices in India, USA, and Singapore, they offer comprehensive blockchain gaming solutions. ## Company Overview - **Location:** Gurugram, Haryana, India - **Global:** Sheridan (USA), Singapore - **Focus:** Blockchain, Web3, NFT games ## Services ### Blockchain Game Development - NFT game development - Play-to-earn (P2E) games - Web3 game development - Metaverse game development ### Technical Services - Smart contract integration - Token creation - Decentralized governance - Blockchain integration ### Game Types - NFT gaming platforms - Play-to-earn mechanics - Metaverse virtual worlds - Crypto gaming solutions ## Technology - Blockchain integration - Smart contracts - NFT technology - Web3 infrastructure ## Specializations - True ownership gaming - Player-driven economies - Decentralized game worlds - Cryptocurrency rewards ## Why Choose Oodles Technologies - **India-based** competitive rates - **Web3 specialists** blockchain gaming - **NFT expertise** token creation - **P2E games** play-to-earn - **Global presence** India, USA, Singapore

HitBerry Games

Hyper-Casual Game Experts

## About HitBerry Games HitBerry Games is a mobile game development studio founded in 2021 with 62 professionals. Based in Europe with roots in Kyiv, Ukraine, they specialize in casual and hyper-casual games for major publishers. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 2021 - **62 professionals** - **7+ years** combined team experience - **Locations:** Kyiv (origin), Porto (Portugal) ## Services ### Game Development - Mobile games (iOS/Android) - Hyper-casual games - Casual games - Mid-core games - Idle games ### Specialized Services - Branded games / advergames - HTML5 games - NFT game development - AR/VR game development - Hyper-casual prototyping ### Technical - Unity 3D engine - 2D/3D art creation - Game design - Post-launch support - Analytics and monetization integration ### Outsourcing - Development outsourcing - Team member outstaff ## Major Clients - Homa - Moonee - CrazyLabs - Gismart - Zplay - TapNation - AMERIA AG ## Team Composition - 3D artists - Unity developers - Project managers - Game designers - Business developers - Content writers ## Why Choose HitBerry Games - **Major publishers** (Homa, CrazyLabs, Gismart) - **62 professionals** for scale - **Hyper-casual experts** proven results - **Europe-based** nearshore option - **Outsourcing & outstaff** flexibility

Excamedia

Dutch Indie Innovation

## About Excamedia Excamedia is an indie game development studio founded in 2013 in Utrecht, Netherlands, by Maarten van Zanten. Operating out of Dutch Game Garden, they focus on retro-style gaming with challenging gameplay. ## Company History - **Founded:** August 2013 by Maarten van Zanten - **Location:** Dutch Game Garden, Utrecht, Netherlands - **Status:** Indie studio ## Team - Maarten van Zanten - Founder - Dwight Lagadeau - Audio composer - International contributors (Italy, France, Nepal) - Core team with rotating interns ## Platform Partnerships - Sony (PlayStation) - Nintendo - ID@Xbox program member ## Notable Projects - **A Clumsy Adventure** - PS4 and PS Vita ## Specializations - Retro-style games - Challenging/difficult gameplay - Console development (PlayStation, Nintendo) ## Location Dutch Game Garden, Utrecht, Netherlands - described as "Europe's Silicon Valley for game developers" ## Why Choose Excamedia - **PlayStation & Nintendo** partnerships - **ID@Xbox** program member - **Dutch Game Garden** based - **Retro gaming** specialists - **International team** collaboration

YAGER

Berlin Shooter Specialists

## About YAGER YAGER Development is a German video game developer founded in 1999 in Berlin by five friends from East Berlin. With 150+ employees from 30 countries, they're known for Spec Ops: The Line (5 German Developer Awards), Dreadnought, and The Cycle. Tencent acquired a minority stake in 2020. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 1999 - **Location:** Berlin-Kreuzberg, Germany - **Founders:** Timo Ullmann, Uwe Beneke, Roman Golka, Philipp Schellbach, Mathias Wiese - **Team:** 150+ employees - **Countries:** 30 nationalities - **Investor:** Tencent (minority stake, 2020) ## Notable Games ### Spec Ops: The Line (2012) - 5 German Developer Awards - Best Action Game - Best German Game - Best Storyline - Best Graphics - Best Console Game ### Dreadnought (2017-2018) - PS4 and PC release - German Developer Prize 2017 (Best Technical Achievement) ### The Cycle - First self-published title (2019) ### Current Projects - Multiple unannounced projects ## Awards - Best Studio Germany (2012) - Multiple German Developer Awards ## Partnerships - Tencent second party studio family - GAME (German games industry association) - Unreal Tech Advisory Board ## Location Heart of Berlin-Kreuzberg overlooking river Spree and East Side Gallery. ## Why Choose YAGER - **Spec Ops: The Line** critically acclaimed - **Tencent-backed** strategic investor - **Berlin-based** German quality - **150+ employees** from 30 countries - **Self-publishing** capability

Illfonic

Asymmetric Multiplayer Experts

## About IllFonic IllFonic is an independent game developer founded in 2007 with studios in Lakewood, Colorado and Tacoma, Washington. They specialize in asymmetric multiplayer games based on popular film franchises. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2007 - **Locations:** Lakewood, CO and Tacoma, WA ## Notable Games ### Horror Franchise Games - **Friday the 13th: The Game** (2017) - Asymmetric multiplayer - **Predator: Hunting Grounds** (2020) - PS4/PC - **Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed** (2022) - **Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game** (2024) - **Halloween: The Game** (2026 - upcoming) ## Specializations - Asymmetric multiplayer games - Horror franchise licenses - Film IP adaptations - Online multiplayer ## Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch ## Note IllFonic is primarily a game developer, not an outsourcing provider. They develop their own licensed IP games. ## Why IllFonic Matters - **Horror franchise** specialists - **Friday the 13th & Predator** success - **Asymmetric multiplayer** pioneers - **Film IP** adaptation expertise

Fox3D Consulting

CG & Art Pipeline Experts

## About Fox3D Entertainment Fox3D Entertainment is an art outsourcing studio based in Estonia, specializing in CG art, mobile products, cinematics, and VR experiences. With 100+ professionals, they have contributed to 70+ AAA titles including creating 98% of Subnautica's game assets. ## Company Scale - **100+ professionals** - **70+ AAA titles** contributed to - **20+ lead artists** - **70+ senior-level staff** ## Services ### 3D Art Production - Environments and characters - Props and assets - Game-ready models ### 2D Art - Concept art - Illustrations - UI elements ### Cinematics - Cinematic production - Trailers - In-game cutscenes ### VR/AR Experiences - Virtual reality content - Augmented reality assets ## Notable Projects - **Subnautica** - Created 98% of game assets - **Subnautica: Below Zero** - Created 98% of game assets - **Star Citizen** - **Hitman 2** - **Hello Neighbor 2** - **Returnal** ## Team Leadership - **Den Fox** - CEO/Creative Director - Specialized department heads across disciplines ## Location **Based in Estonia** - Positioned to leverage Eastern European talent while serving international clients across North America, Europe, and Asia. ## Client Base Working with both indie developers and major publishers as trusted outsourcing partner. ## Why Choose Fox3D Entertainment - **98% of Subnautica** assets demonstrates full-game capability - **70+ AAA titles** experience - **100+ professionals** with 20+ leads - **Estonian base** with competitive rates - **Full art pipeline** from 2D to 3D to cinematics

LKA

Psychological Horror Experts

## About LKA LKA is an Italian independent game studio founded in 2014 in Florence by veteran artist Luca Dalcò. Known for psychological horror games The Town of Light and Martha Is Dead, set in Tuscany, Italy. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2014 - **Location:** Florence (Chianti region), Tuscany, Italy - **Founder:** Luca Dalcò ## Background Founder's expertise: - Computer graphics - Real-time applications - Theatrical stage design - Documentaries - Cultural heritage ## Notable Games ### The Town of Light (2016) - Psychological horror adventure - Volterra Psychiatric Asylum setting - 1938 mental health themes - PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch - Wired Productions published ### Martha Is Dead (2022) - Psychological thriller - Tuscany, Italy setting - Follow-up to Town of Light ## Focus Story-driven experiences exploring: - Mental health - Historical trauma - Italian culture - Difficult themes ## Note LKA is a game developer creating original IP, not an outsourcing provider. ## Why LKA Matters - **Town of Light** acclaim - **Italian horror** pioneer - **Psychological** storytelling - **Cultural authenticity** Florence-based

Jumbla

Game Trailers & Cinematics

## About Jumbla Animation Studios Jumbla is an award-winning animation studio with offices in Melbourne, Australia and London, UK. Since 2011, they have created stunning animation and motion graphics for game cinematics, trailers, and esports graphics for clients including Riot Games, Tencent, and ByteDance. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2011 - **Melbourne:** 34 Park St, South Melbourne VIC 3205 - **London:** 14 Gray's Inn Road, London WC1X 8HN ## Services ### Game Animation - In-game cinematics - Character, weapon, skin & map reveals - Video game trailers - Esports graphics packages - 2D/3D production - Key art ### Production Pipeline - Story development - Concept art - Production - Post-production - Audio services ### Additional Services - TV commercials - Promotional videos - Event graphics - Logo animations - Music videos - Broadcast graphics ## Notable Game Projects - **League of Legends** (Riot Games) - **Forza Motorsport** - **Guild Wars 2** - **Grey Goo** - **Arena of Valor** / **Honor of Kings** (Tencent) - **PUBG** - **Destiny 2** ## Major Clients - Riot Games - Tencent - ByteDance - Turn 10 Studios - ArenaNet ## Awards - 7 nominations at 2022 AEAF Awards (5 categories) - Lost in Oz: 3 Daytime Emmy Awards (with Amazon/Axis Animation) ## Why Choose Jumbla - **Riot Games, Tencent** client roster - **League of Legends, PUBG** trailer credits - **Award-winning** studio - **Melbourne + London** dual presence - **10+ years** game animation experience

1518 Studios

Bringing Your Vision to Life

## About 1518 Studios (Side) 1518 Studios, now rebranded as Side, is a leading video game development and art services partner headquartered in Los Angeles, California. With 40+ studios worldwide and 30 years of experience, they serve AAA to indie developers with comprehensive game development services. ## Company Background - **Formed:** February 2021 (merger of 5518 Studios + Orange Rock under Pole To Win) - **Headquarters:** Los Angeles, California - **Global Presence:** 4 continents (Europe, Asia, North America) - **Led by:** Kasturi Rangan (former Orange Rock CEO) ## Art Production Team - **200+ artists** internationally - Art directors, artists, and animators - Spread across **12 countries** - Every style, genre, and platform ## Services ### Game Art - 2D and 3D art production - Character and environment design - UI/UX design - Concept art - Weapon art ### Game Development - Full-cycle development - Mobile, console, and PC - Live ops support ### Additional Services - Porting - Product development - Staff augmentation ## Notable Projects - **Call of Duty: Mobile** - **Raid: Shadow Legends** - **Marvel Strike Force** - **Ghostrunner 2** (2D concept art, 3D weapon art with One More Level/505 Games) ## Why Choose 1518 Studios - **40+ studios** global network - **200+ artists** across 12 countries - **AAA clients** like Activision and Plarium - **Full-cycle** art and development services - **30 years** combined industry experience

Blaize

Blockchain Game Development

## About Blaize Blaize is a technology company providing specialized services for the game development industry. They offer technical solutions and development support for game studios and publishers. ## Services ### Development Support - Technical development services - Game development support - Technology solutions ### Specializations - Game technology - Development infrastructure - Technical consulting ## Industry Focus Serving the video game industry with technical expertise and development capabilities. ## Why Choose Blaize - **Technical expertise** for game development - **Development support** services - **Industry-focused** solutions

Arrible Studio

Design That Engages

## About Arrible Studio Arrible is an international award-winning game development and design company based in Kyiv, Ukraine. With approximately 80 full-time employees, they specialize in creating entertainment experiences across various gaming platforms and genres. ## Company Scale - **80 employees** (full-time specialists only, no freelancers) - **8+ years** experience - **80+ clients** served - **120+ projects** completed - **Location:** Kyiv, Ukraine (Sports Square, 1-A, 02000) ## Services ### Game Development - Full-cycle game development - Co-development - Multiple genres: MMO, RPG, Adventure, Action, Quest, Strategy, Shooter, Casual, Simulation, Fighting - Platforms: PC, Mobile, Tablet, Console - Specialized: VR, AR, NFT games, educational games, Telegram games, MMORPG, hyper-casual - Engines: Unity and Unreal Engine ### Art & Design - 2D and 3D art - Concept art - Illustration - UI/UX design - Character and environment design ### Animation - 2D and 3D animations - Visual effects - Rigging and skinning ### Additional Services - QA testing - Game prototyping - Project management - Game design - Outstaffing ## Notable Projects - Illuvium - Last Epoch - Eladrea - EON Rush ## Ethics Policy Arrible declines casino, slot, betting, and other ethically questionable gaming projects. ## Why Choose Arrible Studio - **80+ full-time specialists** (no freelancers) - **120+ projects** completed - **Multi-genre expertise** from MMO to casual - **Ethical standards** declining gambling projects - **Ukraine-based** with competitive rates

Abstraction Games

Dutch Porting Excellence

## About Abstraction Games Abstraction Games is a creative game studio based in the Netherlands, specializing in multi-platform game development, ports, and co-development partnerships. With over 100 employees, they help customers succeed in multi-platform game development and go beyond boundaries in everything they do. ## Company Scale - **100+ employees** - **Location:** Valkenswaard, The Netherlands - **Address:** Deken Mandersplein 2-4, Valkenswaard, 5554 HT ## Services ### Full-Cycle Development - AA/AAA game development - Complete project ownership - End-to-end production ### Co-Development - Creative co-development partnerships - Feature development - Content creation support ### Ports & Adaptations - Multi-platform porting - Game optimization - Cross-platform releases ## Notable Projects - **Dune: Awakening** - **Mass Effect: Legendary Edition** - **Halo: The Master Chief Collection** - **Baldur's Gate 3** - **Remnant: From the Ashes** ## Major Partners - EA - Microsoft - BioWare - Larian Studios - 505 Games - Devolver Digital - Paradox Interactive ## Specializations - Technically demanding projects - Cross-platform multiplayer systems - Multi-platform optimization (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam, Windows) - Collaborative development with major publishers ## Why Choose Abstraction Games - **100+ person team** with proven AAA experience - **Major franchise work** including Mass Effect and Halo - **Multi-platform expertise** across all major consoles - **Netherlands-based** with European talent - **Collaborative approach** with major publishers

Appeal Studios

Open World Adventure

## About Appeal Studios Appeal Studios is a Franco-Belgian video game development studio founded in 1995 by Yves Grolet, Franck Sauer, and Yann Robert. Best known as the creators of Outcast, one of the first open-world video games, they are now part of THQ Nordic (Embracer Group). ## Company History - **Founded:** 1995 in Belgium - **Original Team:** Previously worked on coin-op games at Art & Magic - **Acquired by:** THQ Nordic/Embracer Group - **Location:** 14 Audent Boulevard (4th floor), 6000 Charleroi, Belgium ## Notable Games ### Outcast Franchise - **Outcast** (1999) - One of the first open-world games, GameSpot "Adventure Game of the Year" - **Outcast: Second Contact** (2017) - Remastered edition - **Outcast: A New Beginning** (2024) - Long-awaited sequel ## Technical Innovation Appeal pioneered several technologies: - **Voxel-based graphics** - Alternative to Direct3D acceleration - **GAIA** - Advanced AI system - **Paradise** - Graphics/sound rendering API ## Specializations - Open-world game development - Action-adventure games - Technical innovation - Franchise development ## Parent Company **THQ Nordic** (Embracer Group) - Acquired through THQ Nordic GmbH and Amplifier Game Invest AB ## Why Choose Appeal Studios - **Open-world pioneers** with Outcast legacy - **Technical innovation** in graphics and AI - **THQ Nordic backing** with major resources - **Belgian development** talent - **Proven franchise** management