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GameMaker Game Development Studios

Beginner-friendly engine known for classic indie hits. Browse verified studios with expertise in GameMaker development.

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Why GameMaker?

Drag-and-drop interface
GML scripting
Fast prototyping
Indie favorites

Studios Using GameMaker

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Level Up Translation
Lyon, France
11-50

## About Level Up Translation Level Up Translation is a French indie-friendly game localization company founded in 2011. With 14+ years average team experience and 25+ language support, they work on projects from indies to AAA blockbusters. ## Company Overview - **Founded:** 2011 - **Location:** Saint-Germain-de-Varreville, France - **Founder/CEO:** Damien Yoccoz (17+ years industry experience) - **Languages:** 25+ supported - **Team Experience:** 14+ years average ## Services ### Game Localization - In-game text translation - Subtitles and audio scripts - Instruction manuals ### Marketing Localization - Press kits - Website content - Marketplace descriptions - Screenshot captions - Metadata and keywords - Packaging ### Platform Support - Console games - PC games - Mobile (iOS, Android) - Browser-based games ## Languages 25+ languages including English, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, French, Italian, German, and Spanish (FIGS+CJK). ## Notable Projects - Ghost of a Tale - The First Tree - The Painscreek Killings - Various Dotemu titles ## Recognition - Nominated "Best Localization" - Premios ATRAE 2019 - 96% client recommendation rate - Partners: Dotemu, Butterscotch Shenanigans, Positech ## Why Choose Level Up Translation - **Indie-friendly** approach - **14+ years** team experience - **96% recommendation** rate - **25+ languages** supported - **France-based** personal service

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FAQ: GameMaker Game Development

Is GameMaker suitable for professional game development?

Absolutely. GameMaker has produced hits like Undertale, Hotline Miami, Hyper Light Drifter, and Katana Zero. It's particularly strong for 2D games and allows rapid prototyping through its visual editor and GML scripting.

What makes GameMaker different from other engines?

GameMaker's drag-and-drop interface allows non-programmers to create games, while GML provides full programming power. It's optimized for 2D games from the ground up, unlike engines that added 2D support later.

Are GameMaker developers hard to find?

The GameMaker developer pool is smaller but passionate. Many are indie specialists who deeply understand 2D game mechanics. Look for developers with shipped GameMaker projects and GML proficiency.

What's the cost of GameMaker development?

GameMaker developers often charge less than Unity/Unreal specialists due to the indie focus. The engine requires a subscription for export features. Overall, it's cost-effective for 2D indie projects.

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