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Game development startups worldwide

320 game development startups worldwide have raised money in rounds we track. These are the 50 that have raised the most, $3.6B between them, with the United States the most common home.

$3.6Braised by these 50
320on our record in all
United Statesmost common home
Dream Gamesraised the most
  1. 1Dream GamesDream Games is a mobile game development company that develops mobile puzzle games.

    Dream Games is a mobile game development company that develops mobile puzzle games.

    Founded 2019Istanbul, Türkiye$1.3Blast round May 2025
  2. 2VoodooVoodoo is a prominent French tech company based in Paris, specializing in the development and publishing of mobile games and apps for a global audience.

    Voodoo is a prominent French tech company based in Paris, specializing in the development and publishing of mobile games and apps for a global audience.

    Founded 2013Paris, India$517Mlast round Aug 2021
  3. 3Kepler InteractiveKepler Interactive is a global video game publisher and creative studio based in London, England, with a secondary office in Singapore.

    Kepler Interactive is a global video game publisher and creative studio based in London, England, with a secondary office in Singapore.

    Founded 2020London, United Kingdom$127Mlast round Nov 2024
  4. 4Build A Rocket BoyBuild A Rocket Boy is an independent game development studio based in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 2016 by Leslie Benzies, a veteran of the gaming industry.

    Build A Rocket Boy is an independent game development studio based in Edinburgh, Scotland, founded in 2016 by Leslie Benzies, a veteran of the gaming industry.

    Founded 2016Edinburgh, United Kingdom$110Mlast round Jan 2024
  5. 51047 Games1047 Games is a video game development studio based in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.

    1047 Games is a video game development studio based in Zephyr Cove, Nevada.

    Founded 2016Zephyr Cove-Round Hill Village, United States$100Mlast round Sept 2021
  6. 6Omeda StudiosOmeda Studios is an England-based game development studio that develops and publishes shooting games for PCs and consoles.

    Omeda Studios is an England-based game development studio that develops and publishes shooting games for PCs and consoles.

    Founded 2020Northwood, United Kingdom$74Mlast round Nov 2024
  7. 7TaleMonster GamesTaleMonster Games is a mobile game development studio based in Istanbul, founded in 2024 by a team of veterans from Peak Games.

    TaleMonster Games is a mobile game development studio based in Istanbul, founded in 2024 by a team of veterans from Peak Games.

    Founded 2024Istanbul, Türkiye$60Mlast round Dec 2025
  8. 8Archosaur Games (Zulong Entertainment)Archosaur Games is a mobile game development company.

    Archosaur Games is a mobile game development company.

    Founded 2014Beijing$59Mlast round May 2021
  9. 9ShinezoneShinezone specializes in the in-house development and publication of web and mobile games for global markets.

    Shinezone specializes in the in-house development and publication of web and mobile games for global markets.

    Founded 2011上海市浦东新区, China$58Mlast round Feb 2017
  10. 10The Believer CompanyThe Believer Company is a global game development studio founded in March 2023 by former Riot Games executives.

    The Believer Company is a global game development studio founded in March 2023 by former Riot Games executives.

    Founded 2023Los Angeles, United States$55Mlast round Mar 2023
  11. 11SurviosSurvios is a prominent game development studio and publisher based in Marina Del Rey, California.

    Survios is a prominent game development studio and publisher based in Marina Del Rey, California.

    Founded 2013Marina del Rey, United States$54Mlast round Dec 2016
  12. 12Super Evil Mega CorpSuper Evil Megacorp is an independent game development studio based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2012 by industry veterans from companies like Rockstar

    Super Evil Megacorp is an independent game development studio based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2012 by industry veterans from companies like Rockstar

    Founded 2012San Mateo, United States$53Mlast round Nov 2019
  13. 13Theorycraft GamesTheorycraft Games is an independent game development studio founded in December 2020 by industry veterans from Blizzard, Riot, Bungie, and Valve.

    Theorycraft Games is an independent game development studio founded in December 2020 by industry veterans from Blizzard, Riot, Bungie, and Valve.

    Founded 2020Los Angeles, United States$50Mlast round Sept 2022
  14. 14Game InsightGame Insight is a leading video game developer and publisher based in Vilnius, Lithuania, specializing in free-to-play mobile and social-network games.

    Game Insight is a leading video game developer and publisher based in Vilnius, Lithuania, specializing in free-to-play mobile and social-network games.

    Founded 2009Vilnius, Lithuania$50Mlast round Feb 2013
  15. 15Shiro GamesShiro Games is an independent video game development studio located in Bordeaux, France, founded in 2012 by Sebastien Vidal and Nicolas Cannasse.

    Shiro Games is an independent video game development studio located in Bordeaux, France, founded in 2012 by Sebastien Vidal and Nicolas Cannasse.

    Founded 2012Bordeaux, France$49Mlast round Oct 2022
  16. 16Small Giant GamesSmall Giant Games is an independent game development company based in Helsinki, Finland.

    Small Giant Games is an independent game development company based in Helsinki, Finland.

    Founded 2013Helsinki, Finland$45Mlast round Feb 2018
  17. 17Red 5 StudiosRed 5 Studios was an American video game development company founded in 2005-2006 by former Blizzard Entertainment employees, including Mark E.

    Red 5 Studios was an American video game development company founded in 2005-2006 by former Blizzard Entertainment employees, including Mark E.

    Founded 2006Irvine, United States$42Mlast round Mar 2010
  18. 18Million VictoriesMillion Victories is a mobile game development studio based in France, founded in 2017 by Benoit Ducrest and Celine Allary.

    Million Victories is a mobile game development studio based in France, founded in 2017 by Benoit Ducrest and Celine Allary.

    Founded 2017Lyon, France$41Mlast round Jul 2025
  19. 19MoralisMoralis is a developer of a web3 development platform for developers to build and launch apps, games, and NFTs cross-chain.

    Moralis is a developer of a web3 development platform for developers to build and launch apps, games, and NFTs cross-chain.

    Founded 2021Sweden$40Mlast round May 2022
  20. 20HAEGINHAEGIN Co., Ltd.

    HAEGIN Co., Ltd.

    Founded 2017South Korea$39Mlast round May 2022
  21. 21Kong Studios, Inc.Kong Studios, Inc.

    Kong Studios, Inc.

    Founded 2013Los Angeles, United States$39Mlast round Jul 2025
  22. 22Gardens InteractiveGardens Interactive is a remote-first game development studio based in Los Angeles, California.

    Gardens Interactive is a remote-first game development studio based in Los Angeles, California.

    Founded 2020Los Angeles, United States$35Mlast round Oct 2026
  23. 23Happy ElementsHappy Elements is a game developer and publisher based in Beijing, established in 2009.

    Happy Elements is a game developer and publisher based in Beijing, established in 2009.

    Founded 2009Beijing, China$35Mlast round Oct 2011
  24. 24Distinct Possibility StudiosDistinct Possibility Studios is an independent game development studio founded in 2025 by experienced professionals known for their work on major MMOs and shoot

    Distinct Possibility Studios is an independent game development studio founded in 2025 by experienced professionals known for their work on major MMOs and shoot

    Founded -Del Mar, United States$31Mlast round Jul 2025
  25. 25Singularity 6Singularity 6 is a game development studio dedicated to the idea that games can create deeper, more meaningful experiences.

    Singularity 6 is a game development studio dedicated to the idea that games can create deeper, more meaningful experiences.

    Founded 2018Los Angeles, United States$30Mlast round Jul 2021
  26. 26HeynextHeynext is a game development organization that integrates mobile gaming firms into a close-knit, collaborative environment.

    Heynext is a game development organization that integrates mobile gaming firms into a close-knit, collaborative environment.

    Founded -Samoa, United States$30Mlast round Jul 2023
  27. 27Redhill GamesRedhill Games is a multinational co-development game studio based in Helsinki, Finland, founded in 2018 by industry veterans Milos Jerabek, Matias Myllyrinne, a

    Redhill Games is a multinational co-development game studio based in Helsinki, Finland, founded in 2018 by industry veterans Milos Jerabek, Matias Myllyrinne, a

    Founded 2018Helsingfors, Finland$30Mlast round Feb 2021
  28. 28GameLogicGamelogic is a software development house that makes tools and software for game developers.

    Gamelogic is a software development house that makes tools and software for game developers.

    Founded 2013Santiago, United States$29Mlast round Aug 2008
  29. 29Series EntertainmentSeries Entertainment is a game development company founded in 2023 and based in San Francisco, with an additional office in Rocklin, CA.

    Series Entertainment is a game development company founded in 2023 and based in San Francisco, with an additional office in Rocklin, CA.

    Founded 2023San Francisco, United States$28Mlast round Aug 2024
  30. 30Meteor EntertainmentMeteor Entertainment is a video game publisher and developer founded in 2011.

    Meteor Entertainment is a video game publisher and developer founded in 2011.

    Founded 2011Seattle, United States$28Mlast round Oct 2012
  31. 31Playable WorldsPlayable Worlds is a game development company based in San Marcos, California, founded in 2018 by industry veterans Raph Koster and Eric Goldberg.

    Playable Worlds is a game development company based in San Marcos, California, founded in 2018 by industry veterans Raph Koster and Eric Goldberg.

    Founded 2019San Marcos, United States$28Mlast round Apr 2022
  32. 32Lighthouse GamesLighthouse Games is a AAA game development studio located in Leamington Spa, United Kingdom.

    Lighthouse Games is a AAA game development studio located in Leamington Spa, United Kingdom.

    Founded 2023Royal Leamington Spa, United Kingdom$25Mlast round Dec 2025
  33. 33Bonfire StudiosBonfire Studios is an independent game development company located in Irvine, California.

    Bonfire Studios is an independent game development company located in Irvine, California.

    Founded 2016Irvine, United States$25Mlast round Jan 2025
  34. 34NYOUNYOU is a game development company that develops games for recreational purposes.

    NYOU is a game development company that develops games for recreational purposes.

    Founded 2016Seocho$25Mlast round Apr 2022
  35. 35thirdwebThirdweb is a full-stack, open-source Web3 development platform that facilitates the creation, deployment, and scaling of decentralized applications (dApps), ga

    Thirdweb is a full-stack, open-source Web3 development platform that facilitates the creation, deployment, and scaling of decentralized applications (dApps), ga

    Founded -San Francisco, United States$24Mlast round Aug 2022
  36. 36Two DesperadosTwo Desperados is a computer software company that specializes in the fields of mobile game development, casual games and technology.

    Two Desperados is a computer software company that specializes in the fields of mobile game development, casual games and technology.

    Founded 2010Belgrade / Hybrid, Serbia$20Mlast round Jun 2026
  37. 37Mainframe IndustriesMainframe Industries is an independent, venture-backed game developer based in Helsinki, Finland, with additional teams in Reykjavík and Paris.

    Mainframe Industries is an independent, venture-backed game developer based in Helsinki, Finland, with additional teams in Reykjavík and Paris.

    Founded 2019Helsinki, Finland$20Mlast round Nov 2021
  38. 38Odyssey InteractiveOdyssey Interactive is a game development studio based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, founded in 2020 by former Riot Games developers.

    Odyssey Interactive is a game development studio based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, founded in 2020 by former Riot Games developers.

    Founded 2020Waterloo, Canada$19Mlast round Oct 2022
  39. 39Ruckus GamesRuckus Games is a veteran-led video game development studio based in Frisco, Texas, established in August 2021.

    Ruckus Games is a veteran-led video game development studio based in Frisco, Texas, established in August 2021.

    Founded 2021Frisco, United States$19Mlast round Nov 2024
  40. 40Azra GamesAzra Games is a video game development studio based in Sacramento, California, founded in 2022 by Mark Otero, Sonny Mayugba, and Travis Boudreaux.

    Azra Games is a video game development studio based in Sacramento, California, founded in 2022 by Mark Otero, Sonny Mayugba, and Travis Boudreaux.

    Founded 2022Sacramento, United States$19Mlast round Nov 2025
  41. 41Steel City InteractiveSteel City Interactive (SCI) is an independent video game development studio based in Sheffield, England, founded in January 2020 by brothers Ash, Asif, and Asad Habib.

    Steel City Interactive (SCI) is an independent video game development studio based in Sheffield, England, founded in January 2020 by brothers Ash, Asif, and Asad Habib.

    Founded 2020Sheffield, United Kingdom$19Mlast round May 2024
  42. 42Xiaoxiang HuyuXiaoxiang Huyu is a game development company that provides game-streaming and hosting content from internet celebrities.

    Xiaoxiang Huyu is a game development company that provides game-streaming and hosting content from internet celebrities.

    Founded -Changchun$19Mlast round Apr 2019
  43. 43Trendy EntertainmentTrendy Entertainment is a game development studio focused on developing fun and innovative video games across multiple platforms.

    Trendy Entertainment is a game development studio focused on developing fun and innovative video games across multiple platforms.

    Founded 2009United States$18Mlast round Jul 2012
  44. 44Omni Creator ProductsOmni Creator Products Corp (OCP) is a gaming technology company founded in 2021 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina.

    Omni Creator Products Corp (OCP) is a gaming technology company founded in 2021 and based in Raleigh, North Carolina.

    Founded 2021Raleigh, United States$16Mlast round Jun 2022
  45. 45Xinguang LiumeiXinguang Liumei is a PC and mobile game development company.

    Xinguang Liumei is a PC and mobile game development company.

    Founded 2016Hangzhou$16Mlast round Dec 2021
  46. 46Just Wont DieJust Won’t Die is a video game development studio based in Cambridge, UK, founded by a team with a rich history in the gaming industry, including experience from Jagex.

    Just Won’t Die is a video game development studio based in Cambridge, UK, founded by a team with a rich history in the gaming industry, including experience from Jagex.

    Founded 2019Cambridge, United Kingdom$16Mlast round Aug 2022
  47. 47UltiZenUltizen Games operates as a game development and offshore game outsourcing.

    Ultizen Games operates as a game development and offshore game outsourcing.

    Founded 2005Shanghai, China$16Mlast round Aug 2010
  48. 48Harmonix Music SystemsHarmonix Music Systems is a videogame development company that offers Beatles and Rock Band music games in North America and more.

    Harmonix Music Systems is a videogame development company that offers Beatles and Rock Band music games in North America and more.

    Founded 1995Boston, United States$15Mlast round Sept 2015
  49. 49SuperGamingSuperGaming is a game development studio based in Singapore, with a significant presence in Pune, India.

    SuperGaming is a game development studio based in Singapore, with a significant presence in Pune, India.

    Founded 2017Pune, Singapore$15Mlast round Aug 2025
  50. 50Discovery Bay GamesDiscovery Bay is a gaming development company which produces family-oriented and educational games.

    Discovery Bay is a gaming development company which produces family-oriented and educational games.

    Founded 2004Seattle, United States$15Mlast round Aug 2012
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