# Cloud Imperium Games: Computer games, Los Angeles, United States

> Cloud Imperium Games: Cloud Imperium Games is an independent video game studio based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2012 by Chris Roberts, Sandi...

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# Cloud Imperium Games

Cloud Imperium Games is an independent video game studio based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2012 by Chris Roberts, Sandi Gardiner, and Ortwin Freyermuth.

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Funding reported Last round: Undisclosed round

Computer games Los Angeles, United States

Company summary

- **Founded:** 2012 14 years old
- **Team:** 1,300 1,000+ people
- **Funding reported:** $181M in dollars
- **Last round:** Undisclosed round Mar 2020

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- ✓ **Listed** We know it exists and what it does
- 2 **Funding reported** A company dataset reports a raise
- 3 **Observed** A filing or a dated announcement confirms a round

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## About Cloud Imperium Games

Cloud Imperium Games is an independent video game studio based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2012 by Chris Roberts, Sandi Gardiner, and Ortwin Freyermuth.

The company focuses on developing AAA titles outside the traditional publisher system. With over 500 employees, it operates five development studios across the US, UK, and Germany, including locations in Austin, Frankfurt, Montreal, and Manchester. The studio is known for its open development model, which allows players to interact with developers and influence game design. Cloud Imperium is currently working on two major titles: "Star Citizen," a massively multiplayer online space simulation, and "Squadron 42," a story-driven single-player game set in the same universe. The company engages with video game enthusiasts and crowdfunding communities, fostering a strong relationship with its backers to enhance the gaming experience.

## What company datasets say Cloud Imperium Games raised

Funding, as reported

Reported in all **$181M** in dollars

Rounds **3**

Last round **Undisclosed round**

Last round size **$17M**

Last round date **Mar 2020**

Investors listed **5**

## The company, in detail

What they build

Known for

user experience immersive storytelling player feedback loop supporter feedback analysis tools procedurally generated worlds immersive gameplay consumers supporter community multifaceted gameplay supporter communication channels in-game economy crowd-funded game development community supporter feedback in game evolution player community crowd-funded project management game projects

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- **Sector:** Computer games
- **Industry code:** NAICS 51211, 51321, SIC 7375, 7372
- **Region:** California
- **Revenue:** $147M a year, as listed
- **Full record:** [Every detail in the company directory](https://millionrounds.com/directory/cloud-imperium)

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