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Game Development Outsourcing in Spain

10 verified game outsourcing studios are listed in Spain, most often offering 2D Art (4), 3D Art (4) and Game Design (4). Compare portfolios, services, and engine coverage before you reach out.

10 companies

Three hours with US Eastern, a full day with the rest of Europe.

Working-hour overlap with Spain

Assuming a 09:00-18:00 working day on both sides. Ranges reflect daylight saving, which the two sides do not always shift on the same dates.

With US Eastern (ET)

Three hours: 15:00-18:00 CET is 09:00-12:00 ET, in the Spanish late afternoon.

With Western Europe (CET)

A full shared workday with the rest of CET. Eight hours with the UK.

Why this matters more than the hourly rate: how overlap hours decide the pace of a project.

What the Spain outsourcing market actually looks like

Spain's 10 listed studios are Unity-first: eight of nine list it, with Unreal close behind and a surprisingly high five custom-engine listings for a cohort this size. The service mix is flat, with programming, game design, and 2D art all tied at the top. That pattern usually describes small generalist teams rather than specialists, and it fits the rest of the picture: this is the newest of the Western European cohorts, with a median founding year of 2016.

The appeal is the combination of a full Western European workday and costs that generally sit below Northern European levels. For a European studio that wants a nearshore partner on Central European time without paying German or UK rates, Spain is one of the few options that fits without a timezone compromise.

The limits are scale and depth. Nine studios is a short list, the teams are mostly small, and there is no discipline where the Spanish cohort is clearly the strongest choice. English proficiency varies more than in Northern Europe, so confirm the working language of the people who will actually be on your calls rather than the person who answers the enquiry.

For US buyers the overlap is three hours in the Spanish late afternoon, the same as the rest of CET.

Where Spain is strong

Unity-first: 8 of 9 studios list it, with Unreal close behind at 7, which suits mobile and mid-scale PC work.
A flat service mix with programming, game design, and 2D art tied at the top. That pattern usually describes small generalist teams that can own a whole small project.
Five of nine list a custom engine, a high share for a cohort this size.
A full Western European workday at costs that generally sit below Northern European levels.

What to watch for

Small teams and a small cohort. Scaling up mid-project is harder here than in the larger markets.
No standout discipline. Shortlist on the individual studio, not on the country.
English proficiency varies more than in Northern Europe. Check the delivery team, not just the sales contact.
The newest Western European cohort (median founding year 2016), so track records are shorter.

Editorial assessment written from the directory data. The counts in the breakdown below are recomputed on every page load.

What Spain studios offer

Counted across all 10 listed Spain studios. A studio can appear in more than one row.

Services

Engines

Platforms

Why Western Europe?

AAA experience

Creative excellence

Easy collaboration

High quality standards

Typical rates in Spain

Toward the top of market rates

Studios in Spain price at the higher end of the published ranges. 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 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 usually 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 often pays for itself in fewer surprises.

These are general market ranges, not quoted studio rates. For a full breakdown by service and seniority, see the game outsourcing cost guide. Need a specific engine? Compare Unity and Unreal Engine studios.

All 10 game outsourcing studios in Spain

Starloop Studios

Valencia, Spain

501-1000

About Starloop Studios Starloop Studios is a Spanish game development outsourcing company founded in 2011 in Lleida, Catalonia. As part of Magic Media, they're the largest full-service game development outsourcing company in Spain with offices across 12 countries worldwide. Company Overview Founded: 2011 Headquarters: Lleida, Spain Parent: Magic Media Position: Largest game outsourcing company in Spain Projects: 300+ games delivered Global Offices Dublin, Ireland Los Angeles, USA Kyiv, Ukraine Tallinn, Estonia Ghent, Belgium Athens, Greece Manaus, Brazil Chisinau, Moldova Lleida, Spain Manila, Philippines Lisbon, Portugal Tel Aviv, Israel Services Game Development Full-cycle development Mobile games PC games Console games VR/AR games Art Production 2D art 3D art Animation Live Operations Post-release support Content updates Community management Porting Platform porting Optimization Platform Coverage PC Mobile Console VR/AR Why Choose Starloop Studios 300+ games extensive portfolio Spain's largest outsourcing company 12 countries global presence Magic Media backing Full-service dev to live ops

About Localsoft Games Localsoft is a Spanish localization company with 33 years of experience and 3,500+ localized games. Based in Málaga TechPark, they offer translation, testing, and audio services for all major gaming platforms. Company History Experience: 33 years Location: Málaga TechPark, Málaga, Spain Portfolio: 3,500+ localized games Certifications: ISO 9001, EN15038 Services Translation Game translation (50+ languages) Proofing and editing Desktop publishing Subtitling Testing Localization QA (LQA) Functionality testing Secure testing labs First Party compliance Audio Voice recording Audio localization Dubbing Platform Coverage PlayStation Nintendo Xbox Windows PC Android iOS Quality Assurance Testing services cover: Text quality Audio quality Art and cinematics Subtitles First Party guidelines compliance Network 3,000+ professional game translators providing scale and expertise for complex, large-scale projects. Why Choose Localsoft Games 33 years localization experience 3,500+ games localized 50+ languages supported ISO 9001 certified Spain-based EU quality

About Pangea Global Pangea Global is a boutique translation and localization company founded in 2015, specializing in gaming and iGaming localization. With 900 expert linguists, ISO certifications, and offices in Cyprus, London, Boston, Kyiv, and Krakow, they serve gaming clients in 75+ languages. Company History Founded: 2015 Founder: Michal (20 years localization experience) Linguists: 900+ experts Languages: 75+ Certifications: ISO 17100, ISO 9001 Offices Limassol, Cyprus London, UK Boston, USA Kyiv, Ukraine Krakow, Poland Services Game Localization Video game translation All gaming platforms (PC, console, mobile) Game scripts User manuals Strategy guides Process Support Glossaries Translation Memory QA and customizations Transcreation iGaming Casino localization Bingo, poker, eSports iGaming terminology expertise Website and game copy Languages FIGS (French, Italian, German, Spanish) CJK (Chinese, Japanese, Korean) Russian, Brazilian Portuguese Malay and 75+ total Quality 100% on-time delivery Above-average QA scores Professional, communicative service Competitive pricing Why Choose Pangea Global 900+ linguists expert network ISO certified quality standards iGaming specialists casino, eSports 75+ languages comprehensive coverage Multi-office global presence

About Digital Sun Games Digital Sun Games is an independent video game studio based in Valencia, Spain, creators of the hit game Moonlighter. Founded in 2014, they have been developing games for third parties since 2013 while also creating successful original IPs. Company Scale Founded: 2014 Team: 11-50 employees Offices: Valencia (HQ) and Madrid, Spain Founder/CEO: Javier Gimenez Services Game Development Full game development 2D Art 2D Animation 3D Art Interactive experiences Publishing Game publishing services Work-for-Hire Game services for third parties (since 2013) Notable Games Moonlighter - 2.5+ million units sold The Mageseeker Cataclismo - Real-time strategy with fortress building Moonlighter 2 (in development) Origin Story The team got their start building games for others while dreaming of creating their own. That led to Moonlighter, their breakout hit that sold over 2.5 million copies. Specializations Action RPG games 2D pixel art Roguelite mechanics Real-time strategy Why Choose Digital Sun Games Moonlighter success with 2.5M+ sales Work-for-hire experience since 2013 Spain-based with EU advantages Full art and development capabilities Proven IP creation track record

About Catness Game Studios Catness Game Studios is a full-cycle game development company based in Castellón de la Plana, Spain. With nearly a decade of Unreal Engine specialization, they provide development, porting, and publishing services. Services Game Development Game development services adapted to client needs using Unreal Engine: Full-cycle development Co-development Feature development Porting Multi-platform porting services: Console ports PC optimization Cross-platform releases Publishing Social media management PR services Marketing support Distribution Published Games The Savior's Gang Crimson Spires Firegirl Hell Pie Steamroll Chronicles of 2 Heroes Silver Chains Team Diverse team of Unreal Engine developers, artists, and marketing experts with nearly a decade of engine specialization. Partnerships Thunderful Games EastAsiaSoft Location Headquarters: Castellón de la Plana, Spain Paseo de la Universitat 23, Es 5, Pt 05, CP: 12006 Specializations Unreal Engine development Multi-platform porting Indie game publishing Marketing and PR Why Choose Catness Game Studios Unreal Engine specialists with 10 years experience Full-cycle capabilities from development to publishing Porting expertise across platforms Publisher partnerships with Thunderful and EastAsiaSoft European location with competitive rates

About High Palma Studios High Palma Studios is an iGaming-focused game development studio founded in 2024 in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. With 21 specialists, they create premium slot games and casino content for the iGaming industry. Company Scale Founded: 2024 21 specialists (grown from 4 in one year) Location: Palma de Mallorca, Spain Services Slot Game Development Turnkey slot games Casino game development Mathematical models Art Production Concept art and illustrations 2D art 2D animations 3D art 3D animations Technical Services UI/UX design Programming QA testing Localization Focus iGaming industry (online casinos, slot games) Recognition Nominated for Best New Agency at European Agency Awards 2025 Ranked among top European companies Contact Phone: +34 641 008 781 Email: info@highpalma.com Why Choose High Palma Studios iGaming specialists with casino focus Spain-based European studio Turnkey slots complete solutions Mathematical models expertise Rapid growth (4 to 21 in 1 year)

About Out of the Blue Out of the Blue Games is an independent studio based in Madrid, Spain, founded by industry veteran Tatiana Delgado. Known for Call of the Sea and American Arcadia, they specialize in narrative-driven puzzle games with a 10-12 person remote-first team. Company History Location: Madrid, Spain Team: 10-12 people (remote-first) Founder: Tatiana Delgado (17+ years experience) Background: Gameloft, King, Tequila Works, Vertical Robot Notable Games Released Call of the Sea (2020) - Lovecraft-inspired adventure, published by Raw Fury American Arcadia - Narrative puzzle game Upcoming Call of the Elder Gods - Sequel with Kwalee, featuring Yuri Lowenthal The Vigilante Diaries Platforms Windows PC Xbox (One, Series X/S) PlayStation (4, 5) Nintendo Switch Amazon Luna Philosophy Remote-first studio design (pre-COVID), veteran developers creating narrative puzzle experiences inspired by literature. Note Out of the Blue is primarily a game developer rather than an outsourcing provider. Listed for reference as a notable Spanish studio. Why Out of the Blue Matters Call of the Sea critical acclaim Raw Fury publishing partnership Madrid-based Spanish studio Narrative puzzles specialists Remote-first pioneer

About Jaleo PR Jaleo PR is a Spanish PR and communications agency specialized in the video game industry, based in Madrid. They provide passionate PR services, consultancy, and content creation for indie game developers with storytelling-driven strategies. Company Overview Location: Madrid, Spain Specialty: Indie game PR and marketing Tagline: "Passionate PR for passionate indie devs" Services PR & Communications Custom PR strategies Storytelling-based campaigns Content-driven multimedia strategies Brand building Content Creation Video production Social media content Press materials Business Development Publisher connections Pitch creation Investor introductions Legal advice Consultancy Marketing strategy Campaign planning Day-1 marketing guidance Team Background Former journalists from IGN Spain and El Confidencial 7+ years PR and marketing experience Community management background Content creation expertise Philosophy "Marketing starts at the design table" - they believe marketing should be considered from day 1 of game development. Services tailored for indie studios of any size. Why Choose Jaleo PR Indie game specialists Madrid-based European reach Ex-journalist founding team Full-service PR to business development Storytelling-driven campaigns

Digital Coalition is a 2D/3D Outsourcing studio based in Barcelona, focusing on high-end artistic and technical projects. Amongst our works are Call of Duty, Lords of the Fallen and Gothic Remake.

FAQ: game outsourcing in Spain

How many game outsourcing studios are in Spain?

We list 10 verified game development outsourcing studios in Spain. The most common services across them are 2D Art (4), 3D Art (4) and Game Design (4). On engines, Unity (8) and Unreal Engine (7). The count updates as studios join the directory.

What time zone overlap does Spain have with US and European teams?

With US Eastern: Three hours: 15:00-18:00 CET is 09:00-12:00 ET, in the Spanish late afternoon. With Western Europe: A full shared workday with the rest of CET. Eight hours with the UK. Both assume a 09:00-18:00 working day on each side.

What do Spain game studios specialize in?

Across the 10 Spain studios listed here, the most common services are 2D Art (4), 3D Art (4) and Game Design (4). The platforms they cover most often are PC (8), PlayStation (8) and Xbox (8). Unity-first: 8 of 9 studios list it, with Unreal close behind at 7, which suits mobile and mid-scale PC work.

How much does it cost to outsource game development to Spain?

We do not publish per-country rates, because we do not have reliable rate data for individual studios. As a general market reference, hourly rates run roughly $25-150 for 2D art, $30-200 for 3D art and $35-250 for programming, moving up with seniority. Ask two or three Spain studios to quote against the same written brief; that comparison is far more useful than a country average.