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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

Ulysses Graphics

Premium 3D Art for Games

## About Ulysses Graphics Ulysses Graphics is a Ukrainian game art production company founded in 2005 in Kyiv. With world-famous clients including Activision Blizzard, WB Games, and Capcom, they've contributed to AAA titles like Hogwarts Legacy, Horizon: Forbidden West, Call of Duty series, and Exoborne. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2005 (as Ulysses Games) - **Location:** Kyiv, Ukraine - **CEO:** Anatoliy Chechel - **Focus:** 3D art, 2D, animation, VFX ## Services ### 3D Art - Sculpting - Game mesh creation - Texturing - Character art - Environment art ### 2D Art - Concept art - Design work ### Animation & VFX - Character animation - Visual effects ## Notable Projects - Hogwarts Legacy (sculpting, game mesh, texturing) - Horizon: Forbidden West - Tiny Tina's Wonderlands - Call of Duty: Vanguard - Call of Duty: Cold War - Call of Duty: MWIII - Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare - Call of Duty: WWII - Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Marvel's Avengers - Hunt Showdown - Hitman 2 - Exoborne (Sharkmob) - Farming Simulator ## Major Clients - Activision Blizzard - WB Games - Crystal Dynamics - Sharkmob - Capcom - Gearbox Software - Microsoft Xbox Game Studios - GIANTS Software ## Why Choose Ulysses Graphics - **Hogwarts Legacy** AAA credits - **Call of Duty** franchise partner - **Since 2005** proven experience - **Kyiv-based** Ukraine talent - **Major publishers** trusted partner

Sprung Studios

The Games Industry's Premier UX-UI Studio

## About Sprung Studios Sprung Studios is the world's most established UX/UI design studio specializing exclusively in games, with 20+ years of AAA experience. Founded in 2005 in Brighton, UK, they now have 70+ team members across Vancouver and Brighton, serving Activision, EA, Microsoft, and Bethesda. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2005 - **Founder:** James Chaytor - **Team:** 70+ and growing - **Studios:** Vancouver, Canada + Brighton, UK - **Focus:** Exclusive UX/UI for games ## Services ### UX/UI Design - User flows - High-fidelity wireframes - Interactive prototypes - Style guides - Icon design - UI implementation ### Research - User research - Usability testing ### Platforms - Mobile - Console - PC - VR/AR ## Notable Projects - Sea of Thieves (Rare) - Hogwarts Legacy (wand selection, character creation) - Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 (Asobo) - Call of Duty Mobile (Activision) - Injustice 2, Halo Wars 2, Just Cause 3 ## Major Clients - Activision - EA Games - Microsoft - Ubisoft - Warner Brothers - Bethesda - Id Software - Amazon Games - Jam City ## Why Choose Sprung Studios - **20+ years** AAA experience - **Only UX/UI** exclusive specialization - **Hogwarts Legacy, Sea of Thieves** credits - **70+ team** Vancouver + Brighton - **Activision, EA, Microsoft** trusted partner

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

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

Altwolf Software

Belarus Game Outsourcing

## About Altwolf Software Altwolf Software is a full-cycle game development studio and outsourcing company based in Minsk, Belarus. They specialize in VR/AR development, game creation, and co-development services with a focus on Unreal Engine expertise. ## Services ### Full-Cycle Game Development - Complete project ownership from concept to release - Multi-platform development - VR/AR specialized experiences ### Co-Development - Team integration across geographical boundaries - Capacity enhancement for existing projects - Seamless workflow integration ### Custom Development - Bespoke game solutions - Technical implementation - Project-specific requirements ### Outsourcing Services - Dedicated team allocation - Resource augmentation - Long-term partnerships ## Technology Expertise - **Unreal Engine 5** - Primary specialization - **Unreal Engine 4** - Extensive experience - **C++** - Core programming - **Unity** - Additional engine support - **UI Design** - Interface development - **Core Game Logic** - Systems programming ## Notable Projects ### Skybreakers Air combat game featuring helicopter gameplay where players improve their aircraft, engage in battles, and compete to become the best pilot. ## Team Philosophy The studio describes itself as "small enough to get things done well and done quickly" while maintaining highly skilled talent with creative and technical expertise. ## Location **Headquarters:** Minsk, Belarus Mayakovskogo str. 127/2, Minsk 220128 ## Why Choose Altwolf Software - **Unreal Engine specialists** with UE4/UE5 expertise - **VR/AR focus** for immersive experiences - **Agile team** for efficient delivery - **Co-development ready** with integration systems - **Eastern European rates** with quality output

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

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

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

Appxplore

Malaysian-Indonesian Mobile Games

## About Appxplore (Historical) Appxplore (iCandy Interactive Ltd.) was a Malaysian mobile game development studio based in Kuala Lumpur, founded in 2011. With games reaching over 50 million players worldwide, they were awarded Google Play's "Top Developer" badge before shutting down in-house operations. ## Company History - **Founded:** 2011 in Kuala Lumpur - **Acquired:** 2014 by Fatfish Internet Group, spun off to iCandy Interactive - **Status:** In-house operations shut down, development transitioned to Lemon Sky Studios ## Recognition - **Google Play "Top Developer"** badge - First Malaysian game listed on App Store (Lightopus) ## Notable Games - **Lightopus** - Debut game, first Malaysian App Store listing - **Crab War** - 7-digit downloads - **Claw Stars** - **Snaky Cat** - **Mobfish Hunter** - **Light a Way** - **Alien Path** - **Masketeers** - 500,000+ signups - **CryptantCrab** - Crypto game ## Achievements - 50+ million players worldwide - 15+ games released ## Legacy Appxplore established Malaysia as a mobile game development hub before transitioning operations. Development continues through iCandy subsidiary Lemon Sky Studios. ## Why Choose Appxplore (Historical) - **50M+ players** reached - **Google Top Developer** recognition - **Malaysia pioneer** in mobile games - **Now Lemon Sky Studios** continuation

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

Side

Global Localization Pioneer

## About SIDE SIDE is an award-winning audio production company founded in 1997 in London, specializing in game voice acting, localization, and sound services. With 25+ years experience and studios in London, LA, Paris, and Shanghai, they bring games to life in 30+ languages. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 1997 - **Headquarters:** London, UK - **Studios:** London, LA, Paris, Shanghai - **Experience:** 25+ years - **Languages:** 30+ ## Services ### Voice Production - Casting and directing - Voice recording (all languages) - Post-production - Lip sync ### Performance Capture - Motion capture - Performance capture - Facial capture ### Audio Services - Sound design - Music composition - Audio implementation ### Creative Services - Casting - Directing - Talent management ## Notable Projects - Genshin Impact - Disney Speedstorm - Crash Team Rumble - Zenless Zone Zero - A Plague Tale (Amicia and Hugo voices) - Tales of Kenzera: Zau (Swahili voice production) ## Industry Presence - 704+ voice actors in database - 73+ titles credited - Award-winning productions ## Parent Company Part of PTW (Pole To Win) family offering QA, art, localization, and player support. ## Why Choose SIDE - **25+ years** industry pioneer - **30+ languages** global reach - **London + LA + Paris + Shanghai** studios - **Genshin Impact** AAA credits - **Full audio** voice to music

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

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

Flying Wild Hog

Polish Action Specialists

## About Flying Wild Hog Flying Wild Hog is an acclaimed game development studio founded in 2009 in Warsaw, Poland. Now part of Embracer Group (through Koch Media), they have three Polish studios with 300+ employees, known for action-packed, fast-paced titles including Shadow Warrior and Evil West. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** April 2009 - **300+ employees** - **3 Polish studios** (Warsaw HQ, Kraków, Rzeszów) - **Parent Company:** Embracer Group (via Koch Media/Plaion) ## Founders - Tomasz Baran - Michał Szustak - Klaudiusz Zych ## Notable Games - **Hard Reset** (2011) - First title on Road Hog Engine - **Shadow Warrior** (2013) - Reboot - **Shadow Warrior 2** (2016) - **Shadow Warrior 3** (2022) - **Trek to Yomi** (2022) - Artistic samurai tale - **Evil West** (2022) - Weird-west action - **Space Punks** (2022) ## Publishers - Devolver Digital (Shadow Warrior series, Trek to Yomi) - Focus Entertainment (Evil West) - Jagex (Space Punks) ## Technical Evolution Developed proprietary Road Hog Engine, retired in 2022 in favor of Unreal Engine. ## Acquisition History - **2019:** Acquired by Supernova Capital - **2020:** Acquired by Embracer Group through Koch Media ## Why Choose Flying Wild Hog - **300+ experienced developers** across 3 studios - **Shadow Warrior franchise** success - **Embracer Group backing** with resources - **Devolver Digital** partnership - **Poland-based** with competitive rates

Thunder Cloud Studio

AAA Art Production

## About Thunder Cloud Studio Thunder Cloud Studio is a Vietnamese AAA game art outsourcing company founded in 2013 in Hanoi. With nearly 100 artists and leadership from Double Negative UK and Rare Studio UK, they serve as Scopely's Global Elite Partner, working on Invincible, WWE Champions, and projects for HoYoverse. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2013 - **Location:** Hanoi, Vietnam - **Founders:** Dzung Phung Dinh, Zoey Hoang - **Team:** ~100 artists - **Experience:** 12+ years ## Services ### 3D Art - Character creation - Environment art - Level assembly - Engine optimization ### 2D Art - Concept art - Game design - Stylized art - Realistic art ### Animation - 3D CGI animation - Cinematic outsourcing - Rig and animation - Integration with client setups ## Notable Projects - Invincible - WWE Champions - Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus - DreamWorks School of Dragons - HoYoverse promotional videos and trailers ## Major Clients - Scopely (Global Elite Partner) - HoYoverse - Petrol Ad - YooZoo Games ## Philosophy "Japanese mastery with German discipline" - documented processes, timed stand-ups, daily task completion. ## Game Development Division Lucid Realms - new game development studio focused on Unreal Engine projects. ## Why Choose Thunder Cloud Studio - **Scopely Elite Partner** trusted vendor - **HoYoverse** AAA credits - **~100 artists** Hanoi team - **12+ years** experience - **Full pipeline** 2D to animation

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

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

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

Etermax

Creators of Trivia Crack

## About Etermax Etermax is an interactive entertainment company founded in 2009 by Maximo Cavazzani in Argentina. They are a pioneering Argentine company in mobile gaming and one of Argentina's first unicorns, best known for creating Trivia Crack. ## Company Scale - **Founded:** 2009 - **450+ employees** - **800+ million downloads** - **150+ million** active users annually - **Location:** Buenos Aires, Argentina (with office in Mendoza) ## Services ### Gaming - Multiplatform video game development - Mobile game specialization - Trivia and word games ### XR Studio - VR, AR, and MR experiences - Immersive entertainment ### Brand Gamification - Gamification solutions - Licensing and co-branding opportunities ## Notable Games ### Trivia Crack Franchise - **Trivia Crack** (2013) - #1 game worldwide for 60+ consecutive days - **Trivia Crack 2** (2018) - **Trivia Crack Adventure** (2021) - Available in 180+ countries and 34 languages ### Other Titles - Word Crack Mix 2 - Words & Ladders - Word Crack 2 - Word Show - Topic Twister - Trivia Cars - Triviatopia Run ## Technology Focus Mobile, extended reality, AI, voice technology, and streaming platforms. ## Why Choose Etermax - **800+ million downloads** proven reach - **Trivia Crack** global phenomenon - **150+ million** annual active users - **Argentina unicorn** with major resources - **Brand gamification** expertise

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