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Game Development Outsourcing in Denmark

3 verified game outsourcing studios are listed in Denmark, covering 2D and 3D art, programming, animation, and audio. Compare portfolios, team sizes, and what each studio actually ships before you reach out.

3 companies

Why Denmark?

AAA experience

Creative excellence

Easy collaboration

High quality standards

Typical rates in Denmark

Toward the top of global rates

Studios in Denmark price at the higher end of the global table. Mid-range 3D art commonly runs $100-200/hour and senior programming reaches the top band near $120-250/hour, with junior work rarely dipping to the cheapest global figures. Across the market, hourly rates run roughly $25-150 for 2D art, $30-200 for 3D art, $35-250 for programming, and $30-200 for audio, moving up with seniority. You pay more here, but you often get easier communication, overlapping working hours for Western clients, strong IP and contract frameworks, and teams that have shipped AAA titles. For complex or NDA-heavy projects, that premium frequently pays for itself in fewer surprises.

For a full breakdown by service and seniority, see our game outsourcing cost guide. Need a specific engine? Compare Unity and Unreal Engine studios.

Companies in Denmark

Logic Artists

Copenhagen, Denmark

50-100

## About Logic Artists Logic Artists is an independent RPG development studio based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Known for the Expeditions series, they create hardcore roleplaying games for PC and consoles with a loyal, passionate fanbase. ## Company History - **Founded:** Copenhagen, Denmark - **Specialty:** Squad-based tactical RPGs - **IP Sale:** Expeditions franchise sold to THQ Nordic (2018) ## Notable Games ### Expeditions Series - **Expeditions: Conquistador** - Debut title - **Expeditions: Viking** (2017) - Set in 789 AD Viking Age - **Expeditions: Rome** - Third installment, published by THQ Nordic ## Game Design Philosophy Logic Artists creates historically-grounded tactical RPGs with realistic settings. Their Viking game features Norse people without ahistorical elements like horned helmets or double-headed axes, focusing on authentic representation. ## THQ Nordic Partnership In November 2018, THQ Nordic acquired the Expeditions intellectual property from Logic Artists. The partnership continued with Expeditions: Rome entering pre-production shortly after Viking's release. ## Note Logic Artists is primarily a game developer creating original IP rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as a notable Danish studio. ## Why Logic Artists Matters - **Expeditions series** critical acclaim - **THQ Nordic** partnership - **Copenhagen-based** Danish studio - **Tactical RPG** specialists - **Historical authenticity** focus

## 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

## About Ghost Ship Games Ghost Ship Games is a Danish video game developer and publisher based in Copenhagen. Founded in 2016 by former Press Play veterans, they are best known for Deep Rock Galactic, which has sold 8+ million copies. ## Company History - **Founded:** Spring 2016 - **44 employees** (as of 2025) - **Location:** Copenhagen, Denmark - **Acquired:** August 2021 by Embracer Group (via Coffee Stain) - **Parent:** Coffee Stain Holding ## Founders Veterans from Press Play who previously worked on: - The Division - Prince of Persia - Far Cry 3 ## Notable Games ### Deep Rock Galactic (2020) - **8+ million copies** sold (as of January 2024) - Cooperative first-person shooter - Early Access: February 2018 - Full Release: May 2020 - Published by Coffee Stain Publishing ### Upcoming - **Deep Rock Galactic: Rogue Core** - Second original game ## Publishing Label Ghost Ship Publishing (announced February 2023) for Danish studios: - Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor - SpellRogue - DarkSwarm ## Note Ghost Ship Games is primarily a game developer/publisher, not an outsourcing service provider. Listed for reference. ## Why Ghost Ship Games Matters - **8M+ copies** of Deep Rock Galactic - **Danish studio** success story - **Publishing arm** supporting local devs - **Embracer Group** backing

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FAQ: game outsourcing in Denmark

Why are game outsourcing rates higher in Denmark?

Denmark carries higher salaries, stronger legal and IP protection, and a deep pool of senior, AAA-experienced talent. Senior 3D art and programming routinely sit at the top global bands ($100-250/hour). The trade-off is fewer communication gaps and lower project risk.

Is it worth paying premium rates for a studio in Denmark?

For high-fidelity, console, or NDA-sensitive work it usually is. Overlapping hours and clear contracts cut the hidden costs that erode savings on cheaper markets. For simple, well-defined 2D or mobile tasks, a lower-cost region may give better value.

What should I expect to pay a senior studio in Denmark?

Senior specialists here generally price at the upper end of the global ranges, roughly $100-200/hour for 3D art and up to $250/hour for expert programming. Most studios quote per project or per milestone rather than strict hourly billing.