Certain Affinity
Acquisition in 2024
Certain Affinity, Inc. is a video game development company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2006. Specializing in action-oriented multiplayer titles, Certain Affinity creates both original games and collaborates with entertainment firms and game publishers on co-development projects. The company’s team of professional developers focuses on delivering high-intensity, graphic-intensive gaming experiences across various platforms, catering to the evolving preferences of gamers.
Wushu Studios
Acquisition in 2024
Wushu Studios is an independent game development company that collaborates with prominent publishers and developers. It offers co-development services, ranging from enhancing existing games to creating entirely new intellectual properties, and also specializes in enhancing live games and developing original IP.
The Multiplayer Group
Acquisition in 2023
The Multiplayer Group is a video game development company focused on enhancing multiplayer experiences for both small and large studios. It offers a range of services, including fully scalable server-client architecture, synchronous and asynchronous peer-to-peer networking, and live operations support. The company aims to provide comprehensive solutions that enable game developers to effectively deliver engaging multiplayer functionalities across various platforms, including consoles, PC, and mobile devices.
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. Hardsuit Labs is dedicated to fostering a creative and collaborative environment that attracts and retains talented individuals, allowing them to thrive in their pursuit of developing engaging and high-quality games. With a focus on innovation and creativity, Hardsuit Labs aims to deliver enjoyable gaming experiences to its users.
Digital Media Management
Acquisition in 2023
Digital Media Management (DMM) is a digital talent representation firm that specializes in assisting major brands in the entertainment industry with their social media strategies and brand partnerships. Founded to navigate the complexities of digital marketing, DMM has expanded its services to include a creative agency, DM2, which develops original social media campaigns and content for leading studios and consumer brands. The firm employs 45 professionals and oversees various brands, including DMedia, an online network of talent-driven editorial platforms; DStudio, a social video production house; and DLabs, a digital startup incubator. DMM's comprehensive offerings encompass website design, digital brand management, and marketing, catering to high-profile individuals and theatrical projects across all digital platforms.
fortyseven communications
Acquisition in 2023
fortyseven communications engage in technology, entertainment, games and digital lifestyle.
Laboratorio Comunicazione
Acquisition in 2022
Laboratorio Comunicazione is a communication agency that specializes in public relations, marketing, and event management. The company offers a range of services designed to create comprehensive communication plans tailored to the needs of its clients. These services include digital communication, integrated marketing strategies, and social media management, all supported by data analysis and strategic rationale. Laboratorio Comunicazione aims to enhance its clients' visibility and engagement through articulated communication efforts across various platforms.
Helpshift
Acquisition in 2022
Helpshift is a San Francisco-based company specializing in mobile customer service software. Founded in 2012, Helpshift offers a platform designed to provide proactive support and engagement for customers using mobile apps and web services. The platform includes features such as in-app FAQs, in-app chat, CRM ticketing systems, campaigns, and surveys. Helpshift is unique in its focus on the mobile era, providing an in-app help experience that mimics modern messaging apps, ensuring users do not need to leave their current app for support. The company uses bots to automate up to 90% of user issues, enhancing response times while reducing costs. Helpshift serves many top mobile apps and games, including those from Supercell, Square, Tencent, and Microsoft, and is installed on two billion devices worldwide, serving over 820 million active consumers monthly.
Smoking Gun Interactive
Acquisition in 2022
Smoking Gun Interactive, established in 2007 by industry veterans, is an award-winning independent game development studio. It specializes in creating unique intellectual properties (IP) and partners with prominent companies to deliver a diverse range of high-quality, immersive strategy games and casual titles that cater to global audiences, engaging millions of players daily across various platforms.
Mighty Games Group
Acquisition in 2022
Mighty Games Group is an independent game studio focused on creating engaging mobile games that deliver substantial entertainment value. The company specializes in developing innovative games for mobile platforms, catering to a diverse audience. In addition to game development, Mighty Games offers automated solutions, including build bots and test bots, designed to assist developers and publishers in testing their code. These tools operate continuously to detect bugs and defects, ensuring high-quality game performance. Through its dual focus on game creation and developer support, Mighty Games Group aims to enhance the overall gaming experience while streamlining the development process for its clients.
Forgotten Empires
Acquisition in 2022
Forgotten Empires is an independent game development studio that focuses on creating Windows PC games and mobile applications. They offer comprehensive services including software engineering, concept artwork, graphic design, 3D modeling and animation, and gameplay design, enabling them to provide extensive support to their partners and game designers throughout the production process.
Waste Creative
Acquisition in 2021
Waste Creative is a digital marketing agency located in London, United Kingdom, specializing in addressing marketing challenges with a focus on urgency and digital expertise. The agency provides a range of strategic and creative production services, including player community management specifically for mobile video game creators. By facilitating connections between entertainment brands and their fans, Waste Creative effectively enhances brand engagement and supports the growth of its clients in the competitive digital landscape.
Wicked Witch
Acquisition in 2021
Wicked Witch is a video game and software development studio located in Mitcham, Victoria. The company specializes in creating games and graphics applications across various platforms, including PC, mobile devices, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and virtual reality systems. By focusing on diverse gaming formats, Wicked Witch aims to deliver an exceptional gaming experience to players.
AMC provides digital art creation, content solutions, and technical tools for the games industry.
Climax Studios
Acquisition in 2021
Climax Studios is a video game developer based in Hampshire, United Kingdom, known for its expertise in creating interactive gaming software. The company specializes in developing video games for various platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and computers, with a particular focus on virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences.
High Voltage Software
Acquisition in 2020
High Voltage Software, Inc. is an independent video game developer based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, founded in 1993. The company creates games across various genres, including science fiction, first-person shooters, battle royale, role-playing, and action games, catering to all major gaming platforms. In addition to game development, High Voltage Software operates a subsidiary, Red Eye Studios, which specializes in motion capture, animation, and visual effects. This facility provides a range of services, including project consulting, casting, performance capture, 3D animation, modeling, skeletal rigging, conceptual art, prop captures, mobile captures, and pipeline integrations.
g-NET Media is an entertainment marketing company based in Los Angeles, California. With a specialty in the videogame space, g-NET works closely with videogame franchises and titles. g-NET is also one of the leading producers of videogame-related entertainment on TV, web, VOD, DVD, and other platforms.
Heavy Iron Studios
Acquisition in 2020
Heavy Iron Studios is an independent video game design company located in Manhattan Beach, California. The studio specializes in creating interactive gaming experiences primarily for Disney, delivering engaging content that appeals to multiple generations of console platforms. By focusing on high-quality game development, Heavy Iron Studios aims to provide captivating entertainment that resonates with a wide audience.
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 executes various digital marketing strategies, including rich media, web design, widgets, and email marketing, alongside offering campaign planning services. Additionally, 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, founded in 2015 and located in Gateshead, United Kingdom, specializes in providing video game development services. The company offers expert support to game developers, particularly those utilizing the Unreal Engine. Its services encompass various aspects of game development, including optimization, platform development, bug fixing, and content analysis. This focus on enhancing the capabilities of Unreal Engine positions Coconut Lizard as a valuable partner for video game development companies seeking to improve their projects.
Ichi Worldwide
Acquisition in 2019
Ichi Holdings Ltd, founded in 2009 and based in London, provides a comprehensive range of creative and marketing services primarily to video game publishers and the sports and entertainment sectors globally. The company focuses on building dynamic brands and developing quality marketing campaigns that enhance brand identity and communications for its clients. Ichi Holdings operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc, leveraging its expertise to deliver tailored marketing strategies that meet the unique needs of the gaming and entertainment industries.
KantanMT
Acquisition in 2019
Kantan is a subscription-based, highly secure, personalised MT [machine translation] service. Their members are localisation service providers that want to use MT to increase productivity, improve quality and earn more money! Using machine translation improves the productivity of their members, helping them improve their margins and be more profitable. KantanMT is a cloud-based platform and is a statistical machine translation environment. While traditional machine translation systems are complex, costly and challenging to use, Kantan is simple, easy to access and inexpensive to subscribe to. KantanMT.com launched in September 2012 and currently has over 400 active members.
Syllabes
Acquisition in 2019
Syllabes is a Montreal-based company that specializes in audio recording and casting services tailored for the video game industry, as well as various media and entertainment sectors. Founded in 2004, Syllabes delivers a comprehensive suite of offerings, including project management, casting, sound design, and multilingual localization. The company also provides training through its academy, assisting clients in scenario design and storytelling. As of December 2019, Syllabes operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc, further enhancing its capabilities and reach within the industry.
TV+SYNCHRON
Acquisition in 2019
TV+SYNCHRON Berlin GmbH, founded in 1991 and based in Berlin, Germany, specializes in dubbing and localization services for films and television shows. As a prominent player in the German dubbing industry, the company assembles skilled teams of writers, directors, and voice actors to deliver high-quality adaptations. Its comprehensive offerings include voice-over services, translation, script writing, casting and booking of voice talent, as well as recording and mixing. TV+SYNCHRON also provides customized solutions to meet evolving digital audio and visual demands. Since October 2019, it has been a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc, enhancing its capabilities within the global market.
Descriptive Video Works
Acquisition in 2019
Descriptive Video Works is a Vancouver-based company that specializes in providing audio and video description services for the blind and partially sighted. Established in 2003, it has become a leading provider of these services across North America, catering to a diverse clientele from Vancouver to Toronto and Los Angeles to New York. The company offers a range of services, including broadcast and streaming description, live description, and corporate media description, ensuring that individuals with visual impairments have access to all forms of visual media through high-quality audio description. Descriptive Video Works operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC, further enhancing its capabilities within the industry.
Wizcorp
Acquisition in 2019
Wizcorp Inc., founded in 2008 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in mobile, web, and platform engineering solutions, with a strong focus on the development and implementation of mobile social games. The company offers a range of services including technology consulting, application support, and management for game development. Wizcorp is known for its flagship technology, Mithril, a platform that leverages HTML5 and Node.js to enable rapid creation and deployment of scalable social games. The firm is committed to innovation and knowledge sharing, actively participating in open-source communities. With a diverse team of engineers and consultants, Wizcorp aims to establish itself as a leader in the social gaming industry, serving a global clientele and adapting cutting-edge technologies to enhance business outcomes.
GetSocial, a Keywords Studios
Acquisition in 2019
GetSocial BV, based in The Hague, Netherlands, is a company that develops a cloud-based mobile engagement platform for mobile application developers. Founded in 2014, the platform provides a suite of tools designed to enhance user acquisition, engagement, retention, and monetization. Its offerings include smart invite services, deep linking, retargeting capabilities, insights, webhooks, social graphs, user management, activity feeds, and social notifications. By leveraging these tools, app developers can better understand their users and address the challenges of traffic acquisition in a competitive marketplace. As of February 2019, GetSocial operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC.
Sunny Side Up Creative
Acquisition in 2018
Sunny Side Up Creative Inc is a creative agency and full-service trailer production studio based in Quebec, Canada. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in providing high-quality marketing assets and game trailers for the video game industry. With a team comprised of veterans from the gaming sector, Sunny Side Up Creative offers a range of services including video editing, branding, concept art, character design, and art direction. The company's flexible structure allows it to adapt to the unique needs of its clients, ensuring that their projects are elevated through creativity and precision. As a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC since January 2019, Sunny Side Up Creative continues to focus on delivering exceptional quality and innovative solutions to game production companies.
The TrailerFarm
Acquisition in 2018
The TrailerFarm Limited, based in Hove, United Kingdom, is a full-service creative agency and production company founded in 2011. As a subsidiary of Keywords Studios, it specializes in producing creative content for game developers and publishers globally. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including the creation of hype-building trailers, pre-visualization, key art, static marketing materials, and various forms of animation, such as 3D and 2D. Additionally, The TrailerFarm provides cinematics, editing, live action, 4K game capture, script-writing, localization, versioning, and motion graphics. Through its diverse offerings, the company supports its clients in effectively marketing and showcasing their gaming products.
Studio Gobo
Acquisition in 2018
Studio Gobo is a game development company based in Hove, United Kingdom. The company offers comprehensive game development services, including full game development, co-development, live operations, and porting services. Studio Gobo specializes in the development of AAA console games, new features, and downloadable content packages to support existing games. Additionally, they adapt games to run on different platforms for a global client base.
Electric Square
Acquisition in 2018
Electric Square Ltd. is an independent game development studio headquartered in Brighton, United Kingdom. Founded in 2015, the company specializes in providing game development services. As of August 2018, Electric Square operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC.
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 the creation of traditional video games and interactive museum exhibits, as well as touch and gesture-controlled software. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including full game and app production, engine and tool development, artistic direction, art and animation, cross-platform deployment, optimization and debugging, UI/UX production, creative development, branding, and gameplay performance enhancement. As of July 2018, Snowed In Studios operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC.
Blindlight
Acquisition in 2018
Blindlight LLC, established in 2000 and headquartered in West Hollywood, California, specializes in providing comprehensive production services to the global video games industry. As a subsidiary of Keywords Studios PLC since June 11, 2018, Blindlight offers a range of services including casting, music composition, writing, and sound design for prominent game producers such as Bethesda, NCSoft, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Ubisoft.
Fire Without Smoke
Acquisition in 2018
Fire Without Smoke Ltd, established in 2013 and headquartered in London, UK, specializes in providing comprehensive creative and marketing services to game publishers and developers. The company offers a range of services including the production of game trailers in various formats, creation of marketing art and materials for esports events, along with marketing consultancy and general design services tailored to the video game industry. As of May 30, 2018, Fire Without Smoke 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.
CORD Worldwide
Acquisition in 2018
CORD is a music agency working in branding and advertising. CORD’s services include music strategy, supervision, composition, sonic branding and talent management. From our offices in London, Madrid and Warsaw we service clients including LEGO, BT, VISA, Santander and Mr Porter.
Maximal Studio
Acquisition in 2018
Maximal Studio is a provider of audio-visual media services that caters to the needs of various sectors, including gaming and education. The company specializes in voice-over recording and offers a comprehensive range of services such as video game localization, corporate communication, training courses, and marketing videos. Additionally, it supports educational projects and e-learning courses, providing services like interactive voice response, on-hold messages, voice portals, dubbing, subtitle placement, sound effects, and audio recording and editing. By serving clients across corporate, educational, and entertainment media, Maximal Studio aims to meet diverse media project requirements effectively.
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, with development centers in the USA, Poland, and Russia. The company specializes in various aspects of game development, including engineering, game porting, art and animation, live services, and operational support. Sperasoft collaborates closely with prominent partners and clients such as Ubisoft, Riot Games, Electronic Arts, and Sony to deliver high-quality titles for world-class publishers. Its offerings include the design and publishing of both single and multiplayer video games, primarily focusing on adventurous and war-themed genres. By leveraging its expertise in back-end systems and monitoring infrastructure, Sperasoft creates engaging, animated, high-definition games that enhance creative and cognitive skills for players. As of December 2017, Sperasoft operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
VMC Consulting
Acquisition in 2017
VMC Consulting, Inc. is a technology consulting and outsourcing firm that specializes in providing hardware and software engineering, infrastructure, and data center solutions for enterprises in the United States and internationally. Established in 1999 and based in Redmond, Washington, the company has additional locations in Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Canada, and the United Kingdom. VMC Consulting offers a range of services, including customer care, quality assurance in games and consumer products, and custom software development. Their expertise extends to technical and customer support, help desk services, and multi-channel sales programs, catering to industries such as electronics, financial services, gaming, healthcare, manufacturing, and media. VMC Consulting aims to enhance operational efficiency and product quality by partnering with organizations of all sizes, enabling them to focus on their core business while benefiting from tailored outsourcing solutions.
d3t Ltd is a software development company based in Runcorn, United Kingdom, specializing in outsourced services for the video game industry. Founded in 2011, the company operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc, providing a range of consulting and contract services aimed at enhancing the development of games, applications, and software. d3t's offerings include technical services such as HD re-mastering, porting, optimization, rendering, and systems development, catering to the needs of video game developers and publishers. The company is focused on delivering value through its expertise, whether for short-term projects or long-term engagements, helping clients achieve their technological goals in a competitive market.
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 is a French company specializing in game localization and dubbing for the entertainment industry. It focuses on providing audio recording and project management services specifically tailored for the video games sector on an international scale. By adapting gaming content for diverse markets, Asrec ensures that games resonate with local audiences while maintaining the original intent and quality of the product.
La Marque Rose
Acquisition in 2017
La Marque Rose is a prominent provider of sound mixing services specializing in the French dubbing of games and television shows. The company is known for its expertise in voice-over work, lip-sync dubbing, and background music mixing. By offering these services, La Marque Rose enables television producers and game developers to effectively translate, record, and deliver their content in the French language. With a reputation for excellence, the company is recognized for setting high standards in the industry.
Around The Word
Acquisition in 2017
Around the Word provides support every step of the way: from translation-adaptation, voice talent direction, casting, professional recording, dubbing, voice-over, cleanup, editing and mixing to sound design, subtitling, IT support and quality control. Our translators and audio specialists employ all their expertise to adapt your product to the language and culture of your target market while taking into account all the constraints and deadlines.
Red Hot Software
Acquisition in 2017
Red Hot Software (Shanghai) Limited is an artwork studio specializing in 2D, 3D, and animation services primarily for the gaming industry. Based in Shanghai, China, the company was established in 2010 and offers a comprehensive range of services including concept art, 3D character creation, asset development, animation, engine integration, and marketing materials. Red Hot Software communicates and manages projects in multiple languages, ensuring global accessibility to its clients. The company is known for producing high-quality graphical art assets used in video games, catering to the entertainment, software, multimedia, and design industries.
GameSim
Acquisition in 2017
GameSim Inc. is a company that specializes in providing 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, GameSim offers a range of solutions including game development, 3D visualization, and simulation technologies. Its notable products include Conform, a 3D geospatial visualization tool for urban planning and civil engineering, and Procedural Modeling, which generates 3D models efficiently. GameSim also provides Engage, a 3D interactive training environment, and Ruin, a module for creating visually impactful animations of objects in varying states. The company serves as both a full game development service provider for publishers and a co-developer for other studios, while also holding contracts within the modeling and simulation sector, including work with government entities. In February 2013, GameSim Technologies Inc. rebranded to GameSim Inc. and is now a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
XLOC Inc. is a provider of localization management solutions tailored specifically for the video game industry. The company develops a web-based integrated globalization content management system that facilitates the efficient management and automation of the localization process for game content across multiple languages and platforms. Its flagship product, the XLOC solution, serves as an agile game asset management system, streamlining asset integration and build processes throughout the localization cycle. This software allows developers and publishers to organize and oversee language assets in a centralized manner, thereby supporting simultaneous global launches and ongoing content updates. Additionally, XLOC offers consulting services, including customization, licensing, and translation assistance, catering to the needs of producers, localization managers, developers, quality assurance teams, and translators. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, XLOC operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Spov Ltd is a design, animation, and creative development studio located in Haggerston, London. Established in 2006, the company specializes in providing a wide range of creative services, including concept development, art direction, live action production, motion graphics, branding, CGI, and visual effects. Spov operates throughout all stages of the production process, from the initial creative concept to research, scripting, storyboarding, and full production. As of 2017, Spov functions as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc, focusing on delivering innovative and imaginative visuals for games, films, and television.
Sonox Audio Solutions, SL is a localization studio based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in audio engineering and localization for video games and films. Founded in 2010, the company provides audio localization services in various Spanish dialects, including Latin American Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese, as well as text localization in Spanish and its variants. In addition to localization, Sonox offers professional translation and proofreading services, ensuring high-quality standards for all projects. As of December 2016, Sonox operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Enzyme Testing Labs
Acquisition in 2016
Enzyme Testing Labs Inc., founded in 2002 by Yan Cyr and Emmanuel Viau, offers comprehensive testing services primarily for the video game industry. Based in Saint-Jérôme, Canada, with an additional location in Kawasaki, Japan, the company specializes in functionality, compliance, and compatibility testing across a diverse range of platforms, including consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. Their services encompass a variety of testing methods, such as performance benchmarks, installation reviews, and connectivity assessments. Additionally, Enzyme provides localization services, including linguistic testing, translation, and customer support, as well as usability testing through focus groups. With a focus on collaboration and adaptability, Enzyme aims to enhance the quality of client products while keeping costs manageable, leveraging the strengths of a passionate and skilled workforce to meet the evolving needs of the industry. Enzyme Testing Labs operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Player Research
Acquisition in 2016
Player Research Ltd. is a specialist in video game user research and playtesting, offering a range of services designed to enhance game development. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Brighton, United Kingdom, the company delivers competitor analysis, concept testing, collaborative design, and expert evaluations in user experience. Additionally, Player Research conducts playtesting services and provides post-launch support through analytics-driven playtests and engagement diaries. The firm is recognized for its ability to provide actionable insights into player experiences across various platforms, including iOS, console, and non-mobile games. As of October 2016, Player Research operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc, further enhancing its capabilities within the gaming industry.
Volta Creations
Acquisition in 2016
Volta Creations is a visual development studio specializing in high-end 2D and 3D visuals and cinematics for the video game and film industries. Established in 2006, the studio has a veteran team that has successfully delivered numerous projects for some of the most renowned entertainment companies. Volta Creations offers a robust platform that includes a 3D engine and an extensive library of assets, enabling the creation of visually stunning games. The studio is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling, making it a key player in the entertainment sector.
Synthesis International Srl
Acquisition in 2016
Synthesis International Srl is a company specializing in the localization of multimedia projects, including audio and video content, with a strong focus on the video game industry. Established in 1995 and headquartered in Milan, Italy, Synthesis offers a comprehensive range of services that encompass translation, audio recording, project management, content quality assurance, and various testing services. The company operates studios in Milan, Madrid, Hamburg, and Mexico City, and has a global presence with additional locations in the United States, Germany, Spain, Brazil, Japan, and Singapore. With over 15 years of experience in translating video games, Synthesis is committed to preserving the original text's style, originality, and quality while ensuring a seamless localization process.
Mindwalk Studios
Acquisition in 2016
Mindwalk Studios Ltd. is a digital art and animation production company that serves the games industry. Established in 2004 and based in Beijing, China, the studio specializes in creating assets such as characters, environments, props, and rigging and animation. Mindwalk Studios distinguishes itself through a client-centric approach that emphasizes communication, transparency, and personalized service, allowing for direct involvement of senior management in client interactions. The company's expertise in integrated development enables it to effectively collaborate with game developers, providing tailored solutions that align with their technology and workflows. As of May 2016, Mindwalk Studios 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 is a specialized art services provider based in Portland, Oregon, established in 2000. The company serves the video game and amusement park industries by offering a comprehensive range of creative services, including concept design, 2D and 3D asset creation, environment building, animation, and effects for in-game cinematics. Additionally, Liquid Development provides support for social games, world building, and the production of characters, creatures, props, and objects. As of 2015, the company operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc, enhancing its capabilities and reach within the industry. Liquid Development is dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of asset creation for next-generation gaming experiences.
Kite Team
Acquisition in 2015
Kite Team is a privately held company that owns and operates audio recording and localization studios and offers games.
Reverb Localizacao - Preparacao de Documentos
Acquisition in 2015
Reverb Localizacao - Preparacao de Documentos Ltda is a Brazilian company specializing in game and IT localization services. Based in Rio de Janeiro, it provides a comprehensive range of solutions including file preparation, translation, technical proofreading, and quality assurance testing. The company is adept at localizing and translating various materials, including books, with expertise in specialized fields such as medicine, engineering, and oil and gas. Reverb also offers voice acting services, encompassing studio management and talent casting, while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and information security. Its diverse clientele includes gaming companies, publishers, and international agencies, reflecting its commitment to delivering tailored localization solutions in a secure environment.
Alchemic Dream
Acquisition in 2015
Alchemic Dream Inc. is a management and innovation service provider dedicated to the online gaming industry, catering specifically to game developers and publishers. Established in 2001 and based in Shawinigan, Canada, the company offers a wide array of services including customer support, social media management, community management, and content moderation. Alchemic Dream specializes in game and software localization, ensuring quality assurance and international player feedback. The firm also emphasizes online safety by providing services such as child protection, fraud management, and abuse prevention. Additionally, Alchemic Dream supports communication strategies and event creation, contributing to enhanced user experience and player satisfaction. As of January 2015, the company operates as a subsidiary of Keywords Studios plc.
Lakshya Digital
Acquisition in 2014
Lakshya Digital is an interactive entertainment and game development services studio based in Gurgaon, India, with additional offices in Pune and San Diego, California. The company has rapidly established itself as one of the largest game production studios in South Asia, boasting a team of over 200 professionals. Lakshya Digital specializes in providing comprehensive game development services, leveraging its strategic location in India, where the entire team is proficient in English. This linguistic advantage enhances communication and collaboration with global clients in the gaming industry.
Binari Sonori
Acquisition in 2014
Binari Sonori, established in 1994, specializes in translation and audio services for developers and publishers aiming to distribute digital content globally. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services that includes international media localization, translation, voice recording, and content creation. Leveraging a skilled team of project managers, recording studios, and selected linguists, Binari Sonori helps clients navigate the complexities of international distribution by offering an effective combination of organizational, technological, and creative expertise. The firm is committed to supporting its clients in reaching diverse audiences with high-quality localized content.
Babel Media
Acquisition in 2014
Babel Media is a leading global provider of outsourced specialist services for the games and interactive entertainment industries, established in 1999 and part of the Quatrro Group. The company specializes in comprehensive testing and localization services for various gaming platforms, including console, PC, online, handheld, and mobile content. Babel collaborates with many prominent names in the industry, contributing to the development of numerous best-selling titles. The company is an authorized quality assurance testing partner for major corporations such as Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo, as well as for QUALCOMM, Apple, Android, and Nokia. With operational facilities located in New Delhi and Montreal, Babel Media offers a wide range of services, including product testing, certification, user experience evaluation, and network performance analysis. Its commitment to quality and excellence has earned it multiple accolades as Best Outsourcing Company at the Develop Industry Excellence Awards.
Liquid Violet
Acquisition in 2014
Liquid Violet is a privately held company that specializes in video game voice production services. It operates a voice production studio that offers scalable, end-to-end audio solutions tailored for game developers, broadcasters, and streaming platforms. The company's expertise includes voice casting, dialogue recording, performance capture, automated dialogue replacement, dubbing, and audio postproduction. By providing a comprehensive suite of services, Liquid Violet enables clients to fulfill their creative audio requirements effectively.