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GameMaker Game Development Studios

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

6 studios

Why GameMaker?

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

Studios Using GameMaker

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Whimsy Games Group LTD
London, United Kingdom
51-200

Whimsy Games is a mid-sized game development outsourcing studio with over seven years of experience and a team of more than 75 professionals. We offer full-cycle mobile game development for iOS and Android, as well as game art outsourcing, including 2D and 3D art, concept art, character design, animation, and VFX. Our services also include live ops support and co-development. While Unity is our primary engine, we also work with Unreal Engine. Whimsy Games has delivered over 100 mobile titles across casual, mid-core, and educational genres. We support iOS, Android, PC, and PlayStation platforms. Engagement options include full-cycle outsourcing, co-development, and dedicated teams. Our hourly rates start at $25 to $49. Whimsy Games is recognised by Clutch and GoodFirms as a top game development company.

ART 2D
QA TESTING
ART 3D
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Yanxi Game Art Outsourcing Company
Chengdu, China
51-200

Yanxi Technology is a professional game art outsourcing company headquartered in Chengdu, China. Our core services include concept design, character illustration, skin design, and illustration creation. We boast a network of over 400 artists with diverse styles from across the globe, working in close partnership with us. We collaborate closely with leading game developers worldwide, infusing every character with vivid life through our artistic expertise.

ART 2D
ART 3D
GAME DESIGN
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Appcrunk
Mohali, India
11-50

Appcrunk Technologies is an AI-first software development company delivering high-performance games, mobile applications, web platforms, and intelligent digital products since 2018. We help startups, gaming companies, and enterprises transform innovative ideas into immersive digital experiences by combining senior engineering expertise with AI-powered development workflows. The result is faster production, scalable architecture, and exceptional quality without compromising creativity or performance. Our Gaming & Interactive Development Expertise Game Development 2D & 3D games, multiplayer experiences, casual and hyper-casual games, educational games, simulation games, quiz & trivia platforms, and custom gamified applications. Cross-Platform Solutions Games and interactive applications for iOS, Android, Web using Unity, Unreal Engine, Flutter, React Native, and modern web technologies. Backend & Multiplayer Infrastructure Real-time multiplayer systems, matchmaking, leaderboards, player profiles, cloud saves, scalable backend architecture, REST & GraphQL APIs, and third-party integrations. LiveOps & Monetization In-app purchases, subscriptions, rewarded ads, virtual economies, battle passes, player progression systems, achievements, analytics, and engagement features that improve player retention. AI-Powered Experiences Intelligent NPCs, adaptive gameplay, AI-assisted testing, procedural content generation, personalization engines, and development automation that accelerates delivery while maintaining production quality. Interactive Products & Gamification Gamified learning platforms, loyalty and rewards systems, interactive experiences, enterprise gamification, and engagement-driven digital products. Our team stays intentionally lean, bringing together experienced developers, designers, and AI-driven workflows to deliver faster iterations, transparent collaboration, and direct access to the people building your product. Whether

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GAME DESIGN
QA TESTING
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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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Rotor Taxa
Bogota, Colombia
1-10

ROTOR TAXA explores new approaches to sound creation through programmable physical systems. Rather than treating sound as a purely digital process, the project investigates how robotics, motion and mechanical interaction can become creative tools for audio production. Through research, experimentation and functional prototypes, ROTOR TAXA develops methods for transforming physical movement into expressive acoustic events.

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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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