Keywords Studios is a prominent provider of technological assistance to the video gaming industry, offering a wide range of specialized services that support various aspects of game development. The company operates through three primary service segments: Create, Globalize, and Engage. Its offerings include game localization, testing, art creation, audio production, and more, effectively enhancing the quality and reach of games. Keywords Studios collaborates with numerous game developers and publishers across the globe, with a presence in countries such as Ireland, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Switzerland, Japan, Italy, France, and India. Through its comprehensive solutions, Keywords Studios plays a crucial role in the game development lifecycle.
Wushu Studios is an independent gaming development studio.
Hardsuit Labs
Acquisition in 2023
Hardsuit Labs is a game development studio based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2015. The company specializes in creating games for PC and PlayStation platforms, with a commitment to producing high-quality gaming experiences. Hardsuit Labs fosters an environment that attracts and retains talented individuals, allowing them to thrive in their creative processes. By focusing on the development of engaging and innovative games, Hardsuit Labs aims to contribute to the evolving landscape of the gaming industry.
Mighty Games Group
Acquisition in 2022
Mighty Games specialize in making smart little mobile games that pack a big punch.
Climax Studios
Acquisition in 2021
Climax Studios is a video game developer based in Hampshire, United Kingdom, focusing on interactive gaming software. The company specializes in the development of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences, alongside traditional video games for various platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and personal computers. With a commitment to innovative gameplay, Climax Studios aims to create immersive experiences that engage players across multiple gaming environments.
High Voltage Software
Acquisition in 2020
High Voltage Software is an independent game developer for all major platforms
Maverick Media
Acquisition in 2020
Maverick Media Limited specializes in advertising and content creation for the video games industry. Founded in 1995 and based in London, the company develops integrated marketing campaigns, trailers, and commercials for television and cinema. It also manages digital marketing initiatives, including rich media, web design, and email campaigns, while offering campaign planning services. In addition to these services, Maverick Media tracks and benchmarks viral advertising campaigns and free-to-play casual games, catering primarily to video game publishers. As of August 2020, Maverick Media operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Coconut Lizard
Acquisition in 2020
Coconut Lizard Ltd, established in 2015 and located in Gateshead, United Kingdom, specializes in providing video game development services. The company offers expert development support primarily to those utilizing Unreal Engine, focusing on optimization, additional platform development, bug fixing, game development, and content analysis. Through its specialized engineering services, Coconut Lizard aims to enhance the capabilities and efficiency of video game development companies.
Syllabes
Acquisition in 2019
Syllabes, founded in 2004 and based in Montreal, Canada, specializes in audio recording and casting services for the video game industry and various media and entertainment clients. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including project management, casting, sound design, multilingual localization, and training programs. Syllabes assists its customers in designing scenarios, storytelling, and enhancing user engagement through its expertise in both French and English audio production. As of December 2019, Syllabes operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Ichi Worldwide
Acquisition in 2019
Ichi Worldwide provides a full suite of creative and marketing services to video game publishers and to the sports and entertainment sectors around the world.
Snowed In Studios
Acquisition in 2018
Snowed In Studios Inc. is a video game and interactive media development studio based in Ottawa, Canada, founded in 2009. The company specializes in a wide range of services, including full game and app production, artistic direction, and the development of engines and tools. It also focuses on creating interactive museum exhibits and software that utilizes touch and gesture controls. Snowed In Studios provides cross-platform deployment, optimization and debugging, UI/UX production, and creative development, aiming to enhance gameplay performance and branding. As of July 2018, the studio operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC.
Laced Music
Acquisition in 2018
Laced is a music services company and record label working within the video games industry. Laced provide music strategy, supervision and talent partnerships. We work with some of the most exciting developers and publishers to ensure their game’s music connects with players and creates an unforgettable experience. Laced Records license, manufacture and release some of the best video game soundtracks worldwide with a focus on premium vinyl collector box-sets.
Maximal Studio
Acquisition in 2018
Maximal, which provides voice-over recording for the games and learning industries.
Localizadora Latam SC
Acquisition in 2017
Localizadora Latam SC is a company with broad experience in finding and identifying talents for Latin American Spanish dubbing. LOLA's leadership brings more than 20 years of experience to the dubbing industry and 15 years in the audio design area, working on adapting content into Latin American Spanish, always exceeding their clients' expectations. LOLA has been working on major video-games titles such as Shadow of War, Assassin's Creed Syndicate and Halo.
Sperasoft
Acquisition in 2017
Sperasoft, Inc. is a game development company founded in 2004 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It operates development centers in the USA, Poland, and Russia, offering a range of services including game development, engineering, art and animation, game porting, and live services. The company collaborates closely with prominent partners such as Ubisoft, Riot Games, Electronic Arts, and Sony to deliver high-quality titles for major publishers. Sperasoft's expertise extends to creating both single and multiplayer video games, often featuring adventurous and war-themed content, and it provides operational support, back-end systems, and monitoring infrastructure. As a subsidiary of Keywords Studios, Sperasoft is committed to enhancing user experiences through innovative gaming solutions.
D3T
Acquisition in 2017
D3T Ltd, founded in 2011 and based in Runcorn, United Kingdom, specializes in providing outsourced software development services primarily for the video game industry. Operating as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc since 2017, D3T offers a range of services including technical consulting, game HD re-mastering, porting, optimization, rendering, and systems development. The company aims to enhance clients' gaming, app, and software development projects by delivering tailored solutions that meet both short- and long-term needs. Through its expertise, D3T adds value to technology initiatives, helping clients achieve their development objectives efficiently.
Dune Sound
Acquisition in 2017
Dune Sound is a company born from the association of two composers and classical musicians. Since 1997, Dune Sound has been expanding into the audio-visual world, with music, dubbing, sound design and post-production. In 2006, after several years of close collaboration, both Dune Sound and Around the Word came together to offer a more complete range of services for the audio-visual sector and for the localization of video games (translation and recording). Today, thanks to the Group’s offices in France, Germany and Canada, and to its international network of partners, the company is proud to offer its services in many languages.
Asrec
Acquisition in 2017
Asrec is a French company specializing in game localization and dubbing for the entertainment industry. It provides audio recording and project management services tailored to the needs of the international video game sector. By focusing on high-quality localization, Asrec helps ensure that games resonate with diverse audiences across different languages and cultures.
GameSim
Acquisition in 2017
GameSim Inc. is a provider of products and services for the gaming, entertainment, modeling and simulation, and geospatial industries. Founded in 2008 and based in Orlando, Florida, with an additional location in Goleta, California, the company offers a range of solutions, including game development services, 3D geospatial visualization tools, and procedural modeling for creating 3D environments. Notable offerings include Conform, which facilitates the building and visualization of urban planning and civil engineering projects, and Engage, an interactive training tool that allows users to design scenarios within a 3D environment. GameSim also provides Ruin, a tool for creating dynamic animations of objects in both healthy and damaged states. The company serves various clients, including government agencies and partner companies, and operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
XLOC
Acquisition in 2017
XLOC is a web-based integrated globalization content management system for videogames (XLOC), supported by consulting and customisation services. Its proprietary software application can be integrated with any games development platform and enables game developers and publishers to more efficiently manage and automate the complex process of localising games content across multiple languages and platforms for simultaneous global launches and continuous publishing.
Sonox
Acquisition in 2016
Sonox is a dynamic, creative and experienced localization studio. We offer tailor-made solutions for audio engineering and localization for all kinds of projects, mainly video games and films. We also provide professional translation and proofreading of texts. Our goal is to help our clients reach the highest quality standards in the localization of all their projects.
Player Research
Acquisition in 2016
Player Research are industry-leading playtesting and user research specialists. Our clients employ our understanding of players and our cutting-edge research labs to gather actionable feedback on game usability and the player experience, toward the development of truly successful games.
Synthesis International Srl
Acquisition in 2016
Synthesis International Srl specializes in the localization of multimedia, audio, and video projects on a global scale. Founded in 1995 and based in Milan, Italy, the company offers a range of services including translation and video game localization, audio recording at its studios in Milan, Madrid, Hamburg, and Mexico City, as well as comprehensive project management. Synthesis also provides quality assurance services that encompass process monitoring, testing, and problem-solving to ensure adherence to established standards. Additionally, the company conducts analysis, test planning, user interface testing, and bug identification and resolution. With a presence in various countries including the United States, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Mexico, Japan, and Singapore, Synthesis International Srl has a proven track record in maintaining the integrity and quality of original content for over 15 years. It operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC.
Mindwalk Studios
Acquisition in 2016
Mindwalk Studios Ltd. specializes in digital art and animation production tailored for the games industry, providing services that include character design, environment creation, props development, and rigging and animation. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Beijing, China, the studio caters to game developers by leveraging extensive expertise in creating assets compatible with clients' technology and workflows. Mindwalk Studios is recognized for its personalized service and high levels of communication, ensuring that senior management remains actively involved in addressing client needs. As of 2016, the company operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Ankama Asia
Acquisition in 2016
Ankama Asia is a privately held company that provides services to support the operations of the games of Ankama SAS.
Liquid Development
Acquisition in 2015
Liquid Development LLC specializes in providing comprehensive art services for the video game and amusement park industries. Founded in 2000 and based in Portland, Oregon, the company offers a wide range of services including concept design, 2D and 3D asset creation, environment building, animation, and in-game cinematics. Additionally, Liquid Development focuses on social games, world building, character and creature production, as well as prop and object production. As of August 2015, it operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc. The company addresses the challenges faced by publishers in creating content for next-generation gaming machines, helping to manage the complexities of asset production and resource allocation.
Kite Team
Acquisition in 2015
Kite Team is a privately held company that owns and operates audio recording and localization studios and offers games.
Alchemic Dream
Acquisition in 2015
Alchemic Dream Inc. specializes in providing management and innovation services tailored for the online gaming industry, catering to game developers and publishers. Founded in 2001 and based in Shawinigan, Canada, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including customer support through various channels such as email, live chat, and phone; community management; content moderation; and game localization. Additionally, Alchemic Dream addresses online safety concerns, providing services related to child protection, fraud management, and abuse prevention. The company also assists with communication strategies, content and event creation, and social media management to enhance player engagement and satisfaction. Serving a diverse array of platforms and products, including mobile games and MMOs, Alchemic Dream aims to improve user experience and player retention in the competitive gaming market. Since January 2015, the company has operated as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Binari Sonori
Acquisition in 2014
Binari Sonori specializes in outsourced voice-over and translation services aimed at the global video games industry. The company supports developers and publishers in their efforts to distribute digital content internationally by providing a comprehensive suite of services, including media localization, translation, voice recording, and content creation. Through a network of experienced project managers, recording studios, and skilled linguists, Binari Sonori delivers an effective combination of organizational, technological, and creative solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients.
Liquid Violet
Acquisition in 2014
Liquid Violet is a privately held company that provides video game voice production services.
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