List of video game publishers

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+LegendActive independentlyActive as subsidiary of larger game publisherDefunct / no longer active in video game publishing
PublisherHeadquartersEst.Notable games publishedNotes07th ExpansionJapan2002Higurashi When They CryUmineko When They CryCiconia When They Cry11 bit studiosWarsaw , Poland2010FrostpunkThis War of MineMoonlighterAlso a video game developer, marketer, and distributor1C CompanyMoscow, Russia1991Il-2 series
Men of War seriesSpecializes in localization for Russia.2K GamesNovato, California, United States2005Also a video game marketer and distributor. Subsidiary and publishing label of Take-Two Interactive.3D RealmsGarland, Texas, United States1987Duke Nukem seriesAlso a video game developer. Also known as Apogee Software, Ltd.The 3DO CompanyRedwood City, California, United States1991Army MenAlso a video game and video game console developer.505 GamesMilan, Italy2006Publishing division of Digital Bros. group.5pb.Tokyo, Japan2005Memories OffLabel of KID until 2006, and of Cyberfront since then.7th LevelDallas, Texas, United States1993Monty Python's Complete Waste of TimeDefunct in 1998.A&F SoftwareRochdale, UK1981Chuckie EggMerged with MC Lothlorien in 1986 to become Icon Design Ltd.AackosoftZoeterwoude, Netherlands1983Various MSX gamesDefunct in 1988.Aardvark SoftwareUK1983Frak!Defunct in 1989.ABC SoftwareBuchs, St. Gallen, Switzerland1991Acquired by Electronic Arts in 1998.Absolute EntertainmentUpper Saddle River, New Jersey, United States1986A Boy and His Blob: Trouble on BloboloniaDefunct in 1995.Access SoftwareSalt Lake City, Utah, United States1982Tex MurphyAcquired by Microsoft in 1999; defunct in 2006.Acclaim EntertainmentGlen Cove, New York, United States1987TurokBurnoutWWF WrestleManiaBrand name acquired by Acclaim Games, and intellectual property acquired by Throwback Entertainment.AccoladeCalifornia, United States1984Hardball! series
Star Control series
Test Drive seriesAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Atari, SA née Infogrames in 1999, name retired.AcornsoftCambridge, England, UK1980Various Acorn Electron gamesRights sold to Superior Software in 1986.AcquireTokyo, Japan1994Akiba's TripAcquired by GungHo Online Entertainment in 2011Active Gaming Media AGMOsaka, Japan2006PLAYISM part of Active Gaming Media Inc., focuses on the localization and distribution of video games.ActivisionSanta Monica, California, United States1979Call of DutyGuitar HeroSpyroAlso a video game developer. Acquired Neversoft in 1999 and Infinity Ward in 2003; acquired several other developers as well. Merged with Vivendi to form Activision Blizzard in 2008.Activision BlizzardSanta Monica, California, United States2008Formed by merger between Activision and Vivendi Games in 2008.Addictive GamesMilton Keynes, England, UK1982Football ManagerAcquired by Prism Leisure Corporation in 1987, which continued to use the Addictive Games label until 1992.The Adventure CompanyToronto, Ontario, Canada2002Still LifeLabel of DreamCatcher Interactive until 2006, of JoWooD Productions Software from then until 2011, and of Nordic Games since then.Adventure InternationalLongwood, Florida, United States1978AdventurelandDefunct in 1985.Adventure SoftBirmingham, England, UK1983Simon the SorcererStill sells old games but no longer publishes new games under the name.AffectJapan1990Defunct in 2008.Agatsuma EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1997Drawn to LifeDefunct in 2016.ÂgeTokyo, Japan1999Akane ManiaxDivision of Acid Co., Ltd.AGEodGrenoble, France2005Birth of AmericaAcquired by Paradox Interactive in 2009 and renamed to Paradox France. They became independent in 2012 and their games are now published by The Slitherine Group.AgetecSunnyvale, California, United States1998Focuses on distributing Japanese titles in the US.Akabeisoft2Japan2005Sharin no Kuni: The Girl Among the SunflowersAkellaMoscow, Russia1995Age of Sail IIAge of Pirates series
Sea DogsAlso a video game developer. Defunct in 2012.Akupara GamesLos Angeles, California, United States2016Whispering WillowsThe Metronomicon: Slay the Dance FloorAlso a video game developer, and does work for hire console and mobile porting.AksysTorrance, California, United States2006Guilty Gear seriesALcotJapan2003Clover Heart'sAlawarNovosibirsk, Russia1999Beholder_(video_game)Do Not Feed the MonkeysFarm FrenzyAlso a video game developer, marketer, and distributor.AliceSoftJapan1989Tournament of the GodsAlphaDreamTokyo, Japan2000Koto Battle: Tengai no MoribitoNo longer publishes video games.ADKAgeo, Saitama, Japan1980Exciting SoccerKnown as Alpha Denshi Corporation in 1993. Defunct in 2003.AlchemistTokyo, Japan1991Baldr ForceDefunct in 2016.AlligataSheffield, UK1983BlaggerAcquired by Superior Software in 1987.AllumerTokyo, Japan1983BlandiaDefunct in 1999.Alten8Luton, England, UK2005Space TanksAlso a video game developer.Alternative SoftwareCastleford, UK1985Count DuckulaAmerican Game CartridgesChandler, Arizona, United States1990ChillderDefunct in 1994.American Laser GamesAlbuquerque, New Mexico, United States1989Mad Dog McCreeAcquired by its former division, Her Interactive, in 1999.American Video EntertainmentSan Jose, California, United States1990Wally Bear and the NO! GangPublished last game in 1994.Amplitude StudiosParis, France2011Endless SpaceAcquired by Sega in 2016 and their games are now published by Sega.AmsoftBrentwood, Essex, UK1984Various Amstrad CPC gamesPublishing arm of Amstrad until 1989.ANALOG SoftwareWorcester, Massachusetts, United States1981Various Atari 8-bit gamesSoftware publishing arm of ANALOG Computing. Defunct in 1989.Antic SoftwareMarion, Ohio, United States1982Caverns of Mars IISoftware publishing arm of Antic. Defunct in 1990.AnumanFrance2000Also a video game developer.APF Electronics Inc.New York City, United States1970APF TV FunDefunct in 1983.Apogee SoftwareUnited States2008Also a video game developer.Apple Inc.Cupertino, California, United States1976Lemonade StandKnown as Apple Computer until 2007.AquaplusOsaka, Japan1994UtawarerumonoAQ InteractiveTokyo, Japan2005Bullet WitchDefunct in 2011.Arcadia SystemsCosta Mesa, California, United States1987Silver SurferDivision of Mastertronic. Defunct in 1991.Arcen GamesDurham, North Carolina, United States2009AI War series
A Valley Without Wind series
The Last FederationArc System WorksTokyo, Japan1988BlazBlue series
Guilty Gear seriesAlso a video game developer.Argus PressUK1966Nether EarthPublished games through its Argus Press Software division, which was acquired in 1987 and renamed Grandslam Entertainment.ArikaTokyo, Japan1995TechnicbeatAlso a video game developer.AriolasoftGermany1983Software publishing arm of Ariola Records. Reestablished as United Software in 1990.Armor GamesUnited States2005Published flash titles before branching out into mobile, PC, and console markets.Arsys SoftwareTokyo, Japan1985Star CruiserDefunct in 2001.ArtdinkTokyo, Japan1986A-TrainArtic ComputingBrandesburton, UK1980Bear BovverDefunct in 1986.Arush EntertainmentScottsdale, Arizona, United States1999Duke Nukem: Manhattan ProjectAcquired by HIP Interactive in 2004; defunct in 2005.Arxel TribeSlovenia1989The Legend of the Prophet and the AssassinLast game published in 2003.AscaronGütersloh, Germany1992The PatricianKnown as Ascom until 1996. Defunct in 2009. Most assets acquired by Kalypso Media.ASC GamesDarien, Connecticut, United States1992SanitariumDefunct in 2000.Asmik Corporation of AmericaJapan1985Merged with Ace Entertainment.Aspyr MediaAustin, Texas, United States1996Specializes in porting Windows games to Mac OS.AstragonMönchengladbach, Germany2000Family Park Tycoon
 Bus Simulator 21 Atari, IncSunnyvale, California, United States1972PongBreakoutAsteroidsCentipedeBought by Warner Bros. in 1976. Closed in 1984, assets split between Atari Corporation and Atari Games.Atari, SAParis, France2003Enter the MatrixTransformersUnreal Tournament 2004Star Trek OnlineFormerly GT Interactive Software, became full subsidiary of Atari, SA in 2008.AthenaJapan1987Sword MasterNo longer publishes video games.Atlantis SoftwareLondon, England, UK1984Cops 'n' RobbersDefunct in 1992.AQ InteractiveTokyo, Japan2000Also a video game developer.Artech Digital EntertainmentOttawa, Ontario, Canada1982Mystery at the MuseumsDefunct in 2011.ASCII CorporationTokyo, Japan1977Acquired by Kadokawa Group Holdings in 2004.AtlusShinjuku, Tokyo, Japan1986Persona series
Devil Survivor seriesAlso a video game developer. Purchased by Sega in 2013.Attic Entertainment SoftwareAlbstadt, Germany1990The OathDefunct in 2001.Audiogenic LimitedReading, Berkshire, UK1975Various Commodore PET gamesDefunct in 1985; reformed as Audiogenic Software Ltd.AugustJapan2001Princess HolidayAuran DevelopmentHelensvale, Queensland, Australia1995SpellForce: The Order of DawnNow known as N3V Games.Automata UKPortsmouth, Hampshire, England, UK1977Deus Ex MachinaDefunct in 1985.Autumn GamesNew York City, United States2007SkullgirlsFocused on providing publishing services for independent developers for digital platforms.Avalon HillRenton, Washington, United States1954Achtung Spitfire!Acquired by Hasbro in 1998.Aventuras ADSpain1987Various text adventure gamesDefunct in 1992.Aventurine SAAthens, Greece2002DarkfallAlso a video game developer.BAM! EntertainmentSan Jose, California, United States1999BujingaiDormant since 2004.Bandai GamesShinagawa, Tokyo, Japan1950Video game operations merged with Namco as Namco Bandai Games. No longer publishes video games.Bandai Namco EntertainmentShinagawa, Tokyo, Japan1955Naruto: Ultimate NinjaBanprestoShinagawa, Tokyo, Japan1977Acquired by Namco Bandai Holdings. No longer publishes video games.BBC MultimediaLondon, England, UK1995Doctor Who: Destiny of the DoctorsDefunct in 2005.Beagle BrosSan Diego, California, United States1980Beagle BagDefunct in 1991.Bergsala LightweightTokyo, Japan1995Apron of MagicBerkeley SystemsBerkeley, California, United States1987You Don't Know JackAcquired by Sierra in 1997. Defunct in 2000.Bethesda SoftworksRockville, Maryland, United States1986Fallout 3, 4 and New VegasElder ScrollsWolfenstein: The New OrderThe Evil WithinDoom (2016)Also a video game developer.Beyond SoftwareUnited Kingdom1983Lords of MidnightAcquired by Telecomsoft in 1985.Big Fish GamesSeattle, Washington, United States2002Virtual VillagersAcquired by Aristocrat Technologies in 2018Big Five SoftwareVan Nuys, California, United States1980Miner 2049erDefunct in 1984.Black Bean GamesGazzada Schianno, Italy2004SBK-07: Superbike World ChampionshipMerged with Milestone S.r.l. in 2012.Blue ByteDüsseldorf, Germany1988The SettlersAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Ubisoft and their games are now published by Ubisoft.BroderbundUnited States1980MystPrince of PersiaAcquired by Ubisoft, eventually sold to The Learning Company. No longer publishes video games.Black LegendWelwyn, UK1993Football GloryDefunct in 1996.Blizzard EntertainmentIrvine, California, United States1991Diablo series
StarCraft series
Warcraft series
Hearthstone
Heroes of the StormOverwatchAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Davidson & Associates in 1994, renamed from Silicon & Synapse. Acquired by CUC International in 1996, which merged into Cendant in 1997 and was sold to Havas in 1998. Acquired by Vivendi and become part of Vivendi Games group in 1998. Merged into Activision Blizzard in 2008.Blue RibbonDoncaster, UK19853D DottyLabel of CDS Micro Systems. Defunct in 1991.Bohemia InteractivePrague, Czech Republic1999ARMA seriesBox Office, Inc.St. Paul, Minnesota, United States1987ALF: The First AdventurePublished last game in 1989.Brash EntertainmentHollywood, California, United States2007Jumper: Griffin's StoryDefunct in 2008.BroccoliTokyo, Japan1994First Kiss Story IIBug-ByteLiverpool, UK1980Manic MinerBubble Bus SoftwareTonbridge, Kent, UK1982StarquakeDefunct in 1989.BudgeCoCalifornia, United States1981Raster BlasterDefunct in 1983.Bullet-Proof SoftwareJapan1980The Black OnyxDefunct.BungieBellevue, Washington1991DestinyMarathon TrilogyAbuseAlso a video game developer. Formerly a subsidiary of Microsoft. Formerly had a publishing deal with Activision.C&ETaipei, Taiwan1990Super FighterNo longer publishes video games.California DreamsCalifornia, United States1987BlockoutPublishing label of Logical Design Works. Defunct in 1991.California Pacific Computer CompanyDavis, California, United States1979Akalabeth: World of DoomDefunct in 1983.CamericaChicago, Illinois1988Canal+ MultimediaFrance1984Paris 1313Publishing arm of the Canal+ Group. No longer publishes video games.Candy SoftJapan1996TsuyokissCapcomOsaka, Japan1979Mega ManStreet FighterResident EvilDevil May CryAlso a video game developer.Capstone SoftwareMiami, Florida, United States1984William Shatner's TekWarSubsidiary of IntraCorp. Defunct in 1996.Caramel BoxJapan2002Otome wa Boku ni KoishiteruDivision of HOBIBOX. Formerly known as HimeyaSoft.Carry LabJapan1981Various PC-88, FM-7, and MSX gamesDefunct.Casady & GreeneUnited States1984Sky ShadowDefunct in 2003.Cases Computer SimulationsLondon, England, UK1982ArnhemPublished last game in 1994.CaveTokyo, Japan1994DoDonPachi SaiDaiOuJouCBS ElectronicsUnited States1982K-Razy Shoot-OutClosed in 1984.CD Projekt RedWarsaw, Poland1994The Witcher seriesCDS SoftwareDoncaster, UK1982European SuperleagueReformed as iDigicon Ltd in 2002.CDV Software Entertainment AGBruchsal, Germany1989Defunct in 2010.CenturiHialeah, Florida, United States1969VanguardKnown as Allied Leisure until 1980. Defunct in 1985.ChessBaseHamburg, Germany1986Various chess programsCinemaxPrague, Czech Republic1998Memento MoriCI GamesWarsaw, Poland2002Sniper Ghost WarriorAlso a video game developer. Also known as City Interactive.CinematronicsEl Cajon, California, United States1975Dragon's LairAcquired by Tradewest in 1987 and renamed to Leland Corporation.CinemawareBurlingame, California, United States1985Defender of the CrownDefunct in 1991. Reestablished as Cinemaware Inc. in 2000.CircusHasuda, Saitama, Japan2000SuikaClub KidsoftLos Gatos, California, United States1992Various edutainment gamesDefunct.The Coca-Cola CompanyAtlanta, Georgia1886Pepsi InvadersNo longer publishes video games.CodemastersWarwickshire, UK1985OverlordAlso a video game developer.Coktel VisionParis, France1985EmmanuelleAcquired by Sierra in 1993.ColecoUnited States1932Also a video game console (ColecoVision and Telstar) and video game developer. Revived in 2005, after being defunct since 1988.Color DreamsUnited States1988Also a video game developer.CommaVidAurora, Illinois, United States1981Video LifeDefunct in 1983.Commercial Data SystemsEmerald Park, Saskatchewan, Canada1982Frantic FreddieExited the video game industry in 1990.CommodoreWest Chester, Pennsylvania, United States1954Radar Rat RaceDefunct in 1994.CompileJapan1982Defunct in 2003.Compile HeartTokyo, Japan2006Record of Agarest WarSubsidiary of Idea Factory.CompuServeColumbus, Ohio, United States1969Island of KesmaiDefunct in 2009.Computer and Video GamesBath, Somerset, England, UK1981The Thompson Twins AdventureLabel of Future Publishing. Also known C&VG, CVG, or C+VG. Defunct in 2004.Conspiracy EntertainmentSanta Monica, California, United States1997Also a video game developer.Core DesignDerby, England, UK1988CorporationAcquired by Eidos Interactive in 1996; defunct in 2010.Cosmi CorporationCarson, California, United States1982Forbidden Forest, The President is MissingCrave EntertainmentNewport Beach, California, United States1997Creative ComputingUnited States1974Various Atari 8-bit gamesDefunct in 1985.CreaturesTokyo, Japan1995Chee-Chai AlienNo longer publishes video games.Crimson CowHamburg, Germany2002A Vampyre StoryCRL GroupLondon, England, UK1982Tau CetiPublished last game in 1989.CronosoftUK2002Various homebrew ZX Spectrum gamesCulture Brain ExcelTokyo, Japan1980Cryo InteractiveParis, France1989Seven Games of the SoulDefunct in 2002; assets acquired by Dreamcatcher Interactive.Crystal ComputingManchester, UK1982Halls of the ThingsReestablished as Design Design in 1984.Crystal DynamicsRedwood City, California, United States1992GexAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Eidos Interactive (later Square Enix Europe) and their games are now published by Square Enix.CrytekFrankfurt, Germany1999Robinson: The JourneyAlso a video game developer.CyberdreamsCalabasas, California, United States1990Dark SeedDefunct in 1997.CybersoftNorth Miami Beach, Florida1994Air CavalryLabel of GameTek. Last game published in 1995.D3 PublisherTokyo, Japan1996Daedalic EntertainmentHamburg, Germany2007Edna & Harvey: The BreakoutDarXabreThe Netherlands2001Hooligans: Storm Over EuropeDefunct.DatamostChatsworth, California, United States1981AztecDefunct in 1985.Datam PolystarTokyo, Japan1990Cacoma KnightNo longer publishes video games.DatasoftChatsworth, California, United States1980Bruce LeeReformed as IntelliCreations in 1987.Data AgeCalifornia, United States1982Journey EscapeDefunct in 1983.Data BeckerDüsseldorf, Germany1980AmericaDefunct in 2014.Data EastTokyo, Japan1976Davidson & AssociatesTorrance, California, United States1983Math Blaster!Acquired by CUC International in 1996. Defunct in 1999.Davilex GamesHouten, The Netherlands1997A2 RacerCeased publishing video games in 2005.DavkaChicago, Illinois, United States1982Various Apple II gamesNo longer publishes video games.Daybreak Game CompanyCalifornia, United States1995DC Universe OnlineAlso a video game developer. Formerly known as Sony Online Entertainment.dB-SOFTSapporo, Japan1980FlappyDefunct in 2001.Deep SilverMunich, Germany2002Metro series
Saints Row series
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. seriesLabel of Koch Media. Purchased video game developer Volition and the Metro franchise from THQ in 2013. Acquired by THQ Nordic in 2018.Delphine Software InternationalParis, France1988Future WarsDefunct in 2004.Delta 4UK1984Bored of the RingsDefunct in 1992.Destination SoftwareMoorestown, New Jersey, United States2001SnoodUsed the label DSI Games. Acquired by GreenScreen Interactive Software in 2008.DestineerMinnesota, United States2000Also a video game developer. Publishes under the Bold Games, MacSoft, and Atomic Games labels.Devolver DigitalAustin, Texas, United States2008Digital IntegrationCamberley, Surrey, UK1982ATFAcquired by Titus Interactive in 1998; defunct in 2005.Digital JestersWelwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England, UK2003Chaos LeagueDefunct in 2006.Digital LeisureAurora, Ontario, Canada1997Various DVD gamesDigital PicturesSan Mateo, California, United States1991Corpse KillerDefunct in 1996.Dinamic MultimediaMadrid, Spain1993PC FútbolDefunct in 2001.Dinamic SoftwareSpain1983After the WarAlso a video game developer. Defunct in 1992.Disney Interactive StudiosGlendale, California, United States1988Defunct in 2016.DK'TronicsSaffron Walden, UK19813D TanxDefunct in 1993.DomarkLondon, England, UK19843D Construction KitMerged with Big Red Software, Simis, and Eidos Technologies to form Eidos Interactive in 1996.Double FineSan Francisco, California, US2000Acquired by Microsoft Game StudiosDovetail GamesChatham, Kent, England, UK2008Train SimulatorDragon DataWales, UK1980Various Dragon 32/64 gamesDivision of Mettoy. Defunct in 1984.DreamCatcher GamesToronto, Ontario, Canada1996Acquired by JoWooD Productions. Folded into Nordic Games in 2011.DreamWorks InteractiveLos Angeles, California, United States1995The NeverhoodJoint venture between DreamWorks and Microsoft. Acquired by Electronic Arts in 2000.DROsoftMadrid, Spain1986Various ZX Spectrum gamesAcquired by Electronic Arts in 1994.Dtp entertainmentHamburg, Germany1995Dynamic PlanningTokyo, Japan1974Shien's RevengeAlso known as Dynamic Kikaku. No longer publishes video games.DynamixEugene, Oregon, United States1984David Wolf: Secret AgentAcquired by Sierra in 1990; defunct in 2001.EasyGameStationJapan2001Chantelise - A Tale of Two SistersEcole SoftwareNishinomiya, Japan1989Death Crimson OXNo longer publishes video games.Edu-WareAgoura Hills, California, United States1979The PrisonerDefunct in 1985.eGamesLanghorne, Pennsylvania, United States1992DarwiniaPublished games under the Cinemaware Marquee label. Acquired by Tamino Minerals in 2012.Electric Dreams SoftwareSouthampton, England, UK1985FiretrackDefunct in 1989.Electronic ArtsRedwood City, California, United States1982BattlefieldMedal of HonorThe SimsAlso a video game developer.Electronic Arts VictorJapan1993Mutant League FootballJoint venture of Electronic Arts and Victor Interactive. Defunct in 2003.Electro BrainSalt Lake City, Utah, United States1990Ghoul SchoolDefunct in 1998.The Elektrik KeyboardChicago, Illinois, United States1978Depth ChargeStopped publishing video games in 1979.ELF CorporationTokyo, Japan1989DōkyūseiDefunct in 2015.Elite SystemsLichfield, UK1984Beyond the Ice PalaceEmpire InteractiveLondon, England, UK1987Big Mutha TruckersDefunct in 2009.English SoftwareManchester, UK1982Jet-Boot JackDefunct in 1987.EnixTokyo, Japan1975Dragon WarriorMerged with Square as Square Enix.Enlight SoftwareUnited States1993Restaurant EmpireEnterbrainTokyo, Japan1987Tear Ring SagaDivision of Kadokawa Corporation; its game business was merged into Kadokawa Games in 2009.Durell SoftwareTaunton, UK1983SaboteurExited the video game industry in 1987.Edge GamesPasadena, California, United States1990EightingTokyo, Japan1993Battle GareggaAcquired by COLOPL in 2016. No longer self-publishes video games.Electric TransitThousand Oaks, California, United States1985Wilderness: A Survival AdventureDefunct in 1987.Emerald SoftwareWaterford, Ireland1988Various licensed games for the Commodore 64 and AmigaDefunct in 1991.Encore, Inc.Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States1994TorchlightAcquired by Speed Commerce in 2002, WYNIT Distribution LLC in 2014. Encore acquired Viva Media.Entertainment Software PublishingJapan1997Bangai-OAlso known as ESP. Acquired by D3 Publisher, which continued to use it as a label until 2010.En Masse EntertainmentSeattle, Washington, United States2010TERAEolithSeoul, South Korea1996Various arcade gamesDefunct in 2005.Eon Digital EntertainmentLondon, England, UK2000Airfix DogfighterDefunct in 2002.Epic GamesPotomac, Maryland, United States1991Epic Pinball
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FortniteAlso a video game developer. Known as Potomac Computer Systems until 1992, and Epic MegaGames until 1999.Epoch Co.Tokyo, Japan1958Barcode BattlerNo longer publishes video games.EpyxChappaqua, New York, United States1978Dunjonquest series
Crush, Crumble and Chomp!
Various Olympics-themed gamesAlso a video game developer.ERE InformatiqueFrance1981Macadam BumperAcquired by Infogrames in 1987.ESA (formerly Softmax)South Korea1994Magna Carta: The Phantom of Avalancheleft from game businessEuropressBath, England, UK1965Titanic: Adventure Out of TimeAcquired by Hasbro Interactive in 1999.EushullySapporo, Japan1998Various erogeTeam within Arkham Products until 2005; label of Eukleia since then.ExamuTokyo, Japan1999Arcana HeartKnown as Yuki Enterprise until 2007.ExidySunnyvale, California, United States1974Mouse Trap, VentureDefunct in 1989.F&CJapan1987SaoriKnown as Ides until 1997; published games under the FairyTale and Cocktail Soft labels until then.FASAUnited States1980Ended video game development and publishing 2012FabtekRedmond, Washington, United States1987CabalDefunct in 1999.Fandom2004Fairchild SemiconductorSunnyvale, California, United States1957Various Fairchild Channel F gamesInitially a division of Fairchild Camera and Instrument. Acquired by Schlumberger in 1979, then by National Semiconductor in 1987; regained independence in 1997; acquired by ON Semiconductor in 2016.Family SoftTokyo, Japan1987Mad Stalker: Full Metal ForceFantasy SoftwareCheltenham, UK1983Various ZX Spectrum gamesDefunct in 1985.Faster Than LightUK1986HydrofoolLabel of Gargoyle Games. Defunct in 1989.FathammerFinland2002Acquired by Telcogames in 2006.Firebird SoftwareLondon, England, UK1983EliteDefunct in 1989 upon MicroProse's acquisition of Telecomsoft.First Star SoftwareChappaqua, New York, United States1982Boulder DashAcquired by BBG Entertainment in 2018 and their games are now published by BBG Entertainment.Feral InteractiveLondon, England, UK1999Publishes Macintosh and Linux gamesFill-in-CafeJapan1987Known as Team Cross Wonder until 1989. Defunct in 1998.Fisher PriceEast Aurora, New York, United States1930Various Atari 8-bit and Colecovision gamesAcquired by Mattel in 1993. No longer publishes video games.Fishtank InteractiveRavensburg, Germany2000AquaNoxPublishing Label of Ravensburger Interactive. Acquired alongside parent by JoWooD Productions in 2002.Flair SoftwareNewcastle upon Tyne, UK1990Elvira: The Arcade GameLast game published in 1999.Flight-PlanGifu, Japan1989Sacred BlazeDefunct in 2010.Flying EdgeGlen Cove, New York, United States1992The Simpsons: Bart vs. the Space MutantsLabel of Acclaim Entertainment. Defunct in 1994.Focus Home InteractiveParis, France1996Pro Cycling ManagerFocus MultimediaRugeley, UK1995Various budget CD-ROM gamesFormGenScottsdale, Arizona, United States1987Space DudeAcquired by GT Interactive in 1996.The Fourth DimensionUK1989ApocalypseAlso known as The 4th Dimension or 4D. Defunct in 2004.Fox InteractiveLos Angeles, California, United States1982CrocDie Hard TrilogyAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Activision Blizzard.Freeverse SoftwareNew York City, United States1994Project NomadsAcquired by Ngmoco in 2010.French BreadTokyo, Japan1998Glove on FightFormerly known as Watanabe Seisakusho.FroggoSunnyvale, California1987Various Atari 2600 and 7800 gamesDefunct in 1989.FromSoftwareTokyo, Japan1986Dark SoulsSubsidiary of Kadokawa CorporationFront WingJapan2000Tea Society of a WitchFTL GamesSan Diego, California, United States1982Dungeon MasterDefunct in 1996.Fujisankei Communications InternationalNew York, New York, United States1986No longer publishes video gamesFujitsuTokyo, Japan1935Various FM Towns gamesNo longer publishes video games.Full On GamesTokyo, Japan1996Various Dreamcast gamesAlso known as FOG.FuncomOslo, Norway1993Age of ConanAlso a video game developer; acquired by Tencent in 2020Future GamesBeroun, Czech Republic1996The Black MirrorDefunct in 2011.FuukiKyoto, Japan1977Asura Blade: Sword of DynastyNo longer publishes video games.G-CollectionsLas Vegas, Nevada2001Kana Little SisterAcquired by JAST USA in 2005; defunct in 2015.G.revJapan2000Border DownGaelcoBarcelona, Spain1981Big KarnakDissolved in 2007GaijinworksRedding, California, United States2006Miami LawGainaxTokyo, Japan1984Princess MakerNo longer publishes video games.GakkenTokyo, Japan1947Might and Magic Book One: The Secret of the Inner SanctumNo longer publishes video games.GamecockAustin, Texas, United States2007Acquired by SouthPeak Games.GameloftParis, France2000Asphalt Urban GTGames by ApolloRichardson, Texas, United States1981Lost LuggageDefunct in 1983.Games WorkshopNottingham, UK1975ChaosCeased publishing video games in 1985.GameTekNorth Miami Beach, Florida, United States1987Wheel of FortunePublishing label of IJE. Defunct in 1998.Game ArtsTokyo, Japan1985ThexderAcquired by GungHo Online Entertainment in 2005 and their games are now published by GungHo Online Entertainment.The Game FactoryAarhus, Denmark2004Various licensed Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS gamesDefunct.Game ParkSouth Korea1996Various GP32 gamesDefunct in 2007.Game StudioTokyo, Japan1985Defunct in 2015.Gargoyle GamesDudley, England, UK1983Tir Na NogDefunct in 1987.Gathering of DevelopersAustin, Texas, United States1998Jazz Jackrabbit 2Acquired by Take Two Interactive in 2000; renamed to Gathering. Defunct in 2004.Gearbox SoftwareFrisco, Texas, United States1999Bulletstorm: Full Clip EditionGeneral EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1994Defunct in 2011.GenkiTokyo, Japan1990Tokyo Xtreme RacerGhostlightBraintree, Essex, UK2004Global Star SoftwareOntario, Canada1992Publishing label of Take-Two Interactive, name retired.Gathering of DevelopersTexas, United States1988TropicoStrongholdAcquired by Take-Two Interactive, name retired.Gebelli SoftwareUnited States1982Various Apple II gamesDefunct in 1984.GigaJapan1993Variable GeoGizmondoSweden2000Sticky BallsKnown as Tiger Telematics until 2004. Defunct in 2006.Global A EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1997My World, My WayRenamed to GAE, Inc. in 2009.Global VRSan Jose, California, United States1998EA Sports NASCAR RacingGN SoftwareJapan2003Ren'ai CHU!Label of Good Navigate.GOG LtdWarsaw, Poland2008Also a digital distribution service.Gogii GamesMoncton, New Brunswick, Canada2006Also a video game developer.Gotham GamesNew York City, United States2002Conflict: Desert StormLabel of Take-Two Interactive. Defunct in 2003.GottliebChicago, Illinois, United States1927Q*bertDefunct in 1996.Got Game EntertainmentWeston, Connecticut, United States2002ARMA 2Grandslam EntertainmentCroydon, Surrey, UK1987ReunionDefunct in 1995.Graphsim EntertainmentAddison, Texas1992Hellcats Over the PacificAlso known as Graphic Simulations.GravitySeoul, Republic of Korea2013Ragnarok OnlineRagnarok Online 2: Legend of the SecondAlso a video game developer. Subsidy of GungHo Online Entertainment.Great Wave SoftwareScotts Valley, California, United States1984Various edutainment gamesDefunct.Gremlin IndustriesSan Diego, California, United States1973BlockadeAcquired by Bally in 1984.Gremlin InteractiveSheffield, England, UK1984Acquired by Atari, SA née Infogrames, name retired.Grolier Interactive IncNew York City, United States1982Golden Gate KillerKnown as Grolier Electronic Publishing Inc until 1996. Acquired by Scholasttic in 1999.Groove GamesToronto, Ontario, Canada2001PariahDefunct in 2009.GSC World PublishingKyiv, Ukraine2004GTE Interactive MediaCarlsbad, California, United States1990Titanic: Adventure Out of TimeSoftware publishing arm of GTE. Defunct in 1997.GT InteractiveNew York City, United States1993BloodAcquired by Atari, SA née Infogrames.GungHo Online EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1998Ragnarok DSGust Co. Ltd.Nagano, Japan1993Acquired by Koei Tecmo in 2011 and their games are now published by Koei Tecmo.Hacker InternationalJapan1990Menace BeachDefunct in 2001.Haikuo SoftJapan2001YotsunohaHAL LaboratoryTokyo, Japan1980EggerlandNo longer publishes video games.Hamster CorporationTokyo, Japan1999ShienryuHanbitSoftSouth Korea1999StarCraft (KR)Acquired by T3 Entertainment.Hasbro InteractiveCalifornia, United States1995MonopolyRISKRollerCoaster TycoonAssets acquired by Atari, SA née Infogrames in 2000, no staff retainedHectJapan1988FirestrikerDefunct in 2002.HeR InteractiveBellevue, Washington, United States1995Nancy DrewAlso a video game developer.Heureka-KlettGermany1996Opera FatalDefunct.Hi Tech ExpressionsUnited States1988Hewson ConsultantsUK1981Pinball DreamsDefunct in 1991.HiramekiDiamond Bar, California, United States2000Ever17Ceased publishing video games in 2008.Hodder & StoughtonLondon, England, UK1868The RatsNo longer publishes video games.Home Entertainment SuppliersSydney, Australia1984Raid 2020Also known as HES.HooksoftTokyo, Japan2000Orange PocketHopeLabRedwood City, California, United States2001Re-MissionHoughton Mifflin HarcourtBoston, Massachusetts, United States1832Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? Treasures of KnowledgePublishes games through its software division, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Learning Technology, which was known as Riverdeep PLC until its acquisition of Houghton Mifflin in 2006, and then as Houghton Mifflin Riverdeep Group until 2007.Hudson SoftMinato, Tokyo, Japan1973BombermanBonkAdventure IslandAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Konami.Human Engineered SoftwareBrisbane, California, United States1980Project Space StationAcquired by Avant Garde Publishing Corp. in 1984.Human EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1983Fire Pro WrestlingDefunct in 2000.Humble BundleSan Francisco, California, US2010A Hat in TimeAcquired by IGN EntertainmentHummingBirdSoftJapan1982Laplace no MaDefunct.Humongous EntertainmentCity of Industry, California, United States1992Putt-PuttDefunct in 2004. Since reestablished, but no longer self-publishes.IBMArmonk, New York, United States1911Alley CatIceberg InteractiveHaarlem, The Netherlands2009Killing FloorAPB: ReloadedEndless SpaceStarDriveICOM SimulationsWheeling, Illinois, United States1981Sherlock Holmes: Consulting DetectiveAcquired by Viacom New Media in 1993, reformed as Rabid Entertainment in 1997, and closed in 1998.Idea FactoryTokyo, Japan1994Black Stone: Magic & Steelid SoftwareRichardson, Texas, United States1991HereticAcquired by ZeniMax Media in 2009.Ignition EntertainmentEssex, England, UK2002Acquired by The Walt Disney CompanyIllusion SoftYokohama, Japan2001RapeLayImageepochTokyo, Japan2005Black Rock Shooter: The GameDefunct in 2015.Image WorksUK1988BloodwychLabel of Mirrorsoft. Last game published in 1991.ImagicCalifornia, United States1981Various Atari 2600 games
Various early consoles gamesAlso a video game developer.Imagine SoftwareLiverpool, England, UK1982Arcadia, AlchemistDefunct in 1984; rights bought by Ocean Software, which continued to use the Imagine name as a label on some games.Impressions GamesCambridge, Massachusetts, United States1989Global DominationAcquired by Sierra in 1995; defunct in 2004.Incentive SoftwareReading, Berkshire, UK1983DrillerReformed as Superscape in 1992.Incredible TechnologiesVernon Hills, United States1985Golden Tee Golfindex+France1992Various adventure gamesMerged with France Telecom Multimedia in 2000 to become Wanadoo Edition.indiePub EntertainmentCincinnati, Ohio, United States2008InfocomCambridge, Massachusetts, United States1979Zork seriesAcquired by Activision, name retired.InfogramesLyon, France, France1983(Renamed Atari, SA)Innerprise SoftwareHunt Valley, Maryland, United States1989Battle SquadronDefunct in 1992.InscapeLos Angeles, United States1994Bad Day on the MidwayDrowned GodAcquired by Graphix Zone in early 1997, which ceased operations in November 1997.Intellivision ProductionsUnited States1997Intellivision Lives!Interactive MagicCary, North Carolina, United States1994CapitalismChanged name to iEntertainment Network in 1999.Interceptor MicrosTadley, UK1982The Heroes Of KarnAlso a video game developer. Defunct in 1992.InterchannelTokyo, Japan1931Marvel: Ultimate AllianceSubsidiary of NEC until 2004. No longer publishes video games.International Games SystemNew Taipei City, Taiwan1989Knights of ValourInterplay EntertainmentBeverly Hills, California, United States1983FalloutDescentAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Titus Interactive, closed and reopened as an independent publisher.Introversion SoftwareWalton-on-Thames, UK2001UplinkINTV CorporationUnited States1984Various Intellivision gamesDefunct in 1990.inXile EntertainmentNewport Beach, California, United States2002Also a video game developer; acquired by Microsoft in 2018.iQueSuzhou, China2002Various iQue gamesJoint venture between Wei Yen and Nintendo.IremTokyo, Japan1997Also a video game developer. Dissolved video game subsidiary in 2011.ITE MediaCopenhagen, Denmark1998HugoSoftware publishing arm of Interactive Television Entertainment. Acquired by NDS Group in 2006; defunct in 2010.J.K. Greye SoftwareBath, England, UK19813D Monster MazeReformed as J.K. Greye Enterprises Ltd in 1983.JalecoJapan1974Also a video game developer.JAST USASan Diego, California, United States1996Season of the SakuraJester InteractiveWales, UK1997Suzuki TT SuperbikesJohnson & JohnsonNew Brunswick, New Jersey, United States1886Tooth ProtectorsNo longer publishes video games.JoWooD ProductionsLiezen, Austria1995Folded into Nordic Games in 2011.JumpStart Games (formerly Knowledge Adventure)Los Angeles, California, United States1989Undersea AdventureAcquired by NetDragon Websoft.K2 Network (Gamersfirst)Irvine, California, United States2001War RockSword 2APB: ReloadedKnight OnlineFallen EarthMerged with Reloaded Games. Reloaded Games no longer publishes games, and their publishing title is now published by GamersFirst.Kalisto EntertainmentBordeaux, France1990S.C.OUTLabel of Atreid Concept until 1996, when it became the name of the company as a whole. Defunct in 2002.Kalypso MediaWorms, Germany2006Imperium RomanumKanekoTokyo, Japan1980KayproSan Diego, California, United States1981LadderDefunct in 1992; reestablished in 1999; defunct again in 2001.KemcoJapan1984Top GearAlso a video game developer.King GamesMiami, Florida2006Sneak KingLabel of Burger King used for a 2006 advergame promotion.KIDTokyo, Japan1988Infinity CureDefunct in 2006.KingsoftAachen, Germany1983Acquired by Electronic Arts in 1983; defunct in 2000.King RecordsTokyo, Japan1931Jesus: Kyōfu no Bio MonsterNo longer publishes video games.Koch MediaGermany1994Dead IslandBought by THQ Nordic February 2018KodanshaTokyo, Japan1938Blue AlmanacNo longer publishes video games.KoeiAshikaga, Tochigi, Japan1976Dynasty WarriorsAlso a video game developer. Merged into Tecmo Koei.Koei TecmoJapan2009Changed name from Tecmo Koei in 2014.Kogado StudioTokyo, Japan1916Cosmic SoldierKonamiTokyo, Japan1969CastlevaniaMetal GearContraSilent HillKrisalis SoftwareRotherham, England, UK1987Soccer KidDefunct in 2001.KSSJapan1990MajyūōExited the video game industry in 2001.Kure Software KoubouJapan1985Also known as KSK.La'crymaJapan2006True TearsLankhorParis, France1987Mortville ManorDefunct in 2001.Le LombardBelgium1946Thorgal: Curse of AtlantisNo longer publishes video games.Legacy InteractiveHollywood, California, United States1998Also a video game developer.Legendo EntertainmentGothenburg, Sweden1998Pure PinballKnown as Iridon Interactive until 2005.Legend EntertainmentChantilly, Virginia, United States1989SpellcastingAcquired by GT Interactive in 1998; defunct in 2004.Lego InteractiveLondon, England, UK1996Lego LocoPublishing arm of Lego Group. Known as Lego Media until 2000, and Lego Software from then until 2002. Defunct in 2005.Leland CorporationEl Cajon, California, United States1987Dragon's Lair II: Time WarpRenamed to Leland Interactive Media in 1993. Acquired by WMS Industries in 1994.Level-5Fukuoka, Japan1998Yo-kai WatchLevel 9 ComputingUK1981Jewels of DarknessDefunct in 1991.Linux Game PublishingNottingham, England, UK2001inactiveLighthouse InteractiveHaarlem, The Netherlands2005LocoManiaAcquired by SilverBirch Inc. in 2008; defunct in 2009.LJNNew York City, United States1970Acquired by Acclaim Entertainment.LK AvalonŚwilcza, Poland1989Hans KlossLlamasoftWales, UK1981Attack of the Mutant CamelsLock 'n Load PublishingPueblo, Colorado, US2006Logotron LtdCambridge, England, UK1987XORPublished last game in 1990.Loki SoftwareTustin, California, United States1998LoricielFrance1983Jim Power in Mutant PlanetDefunct in 1995.LucasArtsSan Francisco, California, United States1982Monkey IslandManiac MansionIndiana JonesStar WarsAcquired by The Walt Disney Company (originally Lucasfilm Games LLC) and they changed from publisher to licensor.Lump of SugarJapan2005Nursery RhymeMacPlayDallas, Texas, United States1993Various Macintosh gamesLabel of Interplay until 1997. Revived in 2000 as a label of United Developers.MacSoftPlymouth, Minnesota, United States1993Various Macintosh gamesAcquired by Destineer in 2003.Mad CatzSan Diego, California, United States1989MC Groovz Dance CrazeDefunct in 2017.Magical CompanyKobe, Japan1985KōshienNo longer publishes video games.MagnavoxNapa, California, United States1911Magnavox OdysseyAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Philips in 1974. Exited the video game industry in 1984.Mr Chip SoftwareChester, UK1982Various Commodore 64 gamesCeased publishing video games in 1984; changed name to Magnetic Fields in 1988.magnussoftKesselsdorf, Germany1984Mandarin SoftwareAdlington, UK1988LancelotPublishing label of Europress Software. Last game published in 1990.MangaGamerJapan2009Various visual novelsMartechPevensey Bay, UK1982RexCeased publishing video games in 1989.Majesco EntertainmentEdison, New Jersey, United States1986Cooking MamaExited the video game industry in 2016.MarvelousTokyo, Japan2011Also a video game developer.Marvelous EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1997Harvest Moon DSMerged with AQ Interactive in 2011 to become Marvelous AQL (later Marvelous).MasayaJapan1985Target EarthLabel of NCS until 2014, and of Extreme since then.MastertronicUK1983One Man and His Droid, Master of MagicMerged with Virgin Interactive in 1988, and subsequently absorbed into Sega in 1991.MastiffSan Francisco, California2002Also a video game developer.Matrix GamesStaten Island, New York, United States2000Distant WorldsMerged into Slitherine Software in 2010 and their games are published by Slitherine.MattelEl Segundo, California, United States1945AstrosmashExited the video game business in 1984.Maximum GamesWalnut Creek, California, United States2009Deer Drive LegendsJASF: Jane's Advanced Strike FightersWorms CollectionFormerly Maximum Family GamesMaxisEmeryville, California, United States1987SimCity series
The Sims series
SporeAcquired by Electronic Arts and is now its development division. Their games are now published by Electronic Arts or EA Mobile.Max DesignSchladming, Austria19911869Defunct in 2004.MC2 FranceParis, France2003Sniper EliteCurrently publishes under the Microids label.MC LothlorienUK1982Micro Mouse Goes DebuggingDefunct in 1990.MECCBrooklyn Center, Minnesota, United States1973The Oregon TrailDefunct in 1999.MediaWorksTokyo, Japan1992Emerald DragonMerged with ASCII Corporation in 2008 to become ASCII MediaWorks. In 2009, its game business was merged into Kadokawa Games.Media FactoryTokyo, Japan1986Derby Stallion 64Label of Recruit until 2011, and of Kadokawa Corporation since then. No longer publishes video games.Media RingsTokyo, Japan1989Zero4 ChampDefunct in 2007.Mega EnterpriseSeoul, South Korea1998Call of DutyDefunct in 2007.Melbourne HouseMelbourne, Australia1977Way of the Exploding FistAcquired by Krome Studios in 2006; closed in 2010.MeldacJapan1990Zombie NationNo longer publishes video games.Metro3D, Inc.San Jose, California, United States1998Dual BladesDefunct in 2004.Metropolis SoftwareWarsaw, Poland1992TeenagentAcquired by CD Projekt in 2008; defunct in 2009.MGM InteractiveUnited States1995Machine HunterSoftware publishing arm of Metro-Goldwyn-Meyer. Defunct in 2005.MicrodealSt Austell, Cornwall, England, UK1981GoldrunnerRights sold to HiSoft Systems in 1989.MicroidsFrance1984Blacksad: Under the SkinAlso a video game developer. Subsidiary of Média-Participations.MicroIllusionsGranada Hills, California, United States1987The Faery Tale AdventureLast game published in 1989.Micronet co., Ltd.Sapporo, Japan1982CurseNo longer publishes video games.MicroProseHunt Valley, Maryland, United States1982X-ComAcquired by Hasbro Interactive, name retired.MicrosoftRedmond, Washington, United States1975HaloAge of EmpiresGears of WarBlack & WhitePublishes games under the Microsoft Game Studios banner since 2002.MicrosphereLondon, England, UK1982Skool DazeDefunct in 1987.MicrocabinJapan1982Xak: The Art of Visual StageAcquired by AQ Interactive in 2008, and by Fields Corporation in 2011.MicrografxRichardson, Texas, United States1982Acquired by Corel in 2001.MicroGraphic ImageUnited States1983SpelunkerDefunct in 1984.Micro GeniusTaipei, Taiwan1989Defunct in 1994.Micro PowerLeeds, England, UK1980Castle QuestDefunct in 1987.Midas Interactive EntertainmentBraintree, Essex, England, UK1999SanveinStill sells old games but no longer publishes new games under the name.Midway GamesChicago, Illinois, United States1988Mortal KombatAlso a video game developer. Assets acquired by Warner Bros. Interactive and THQ.Midway ManufacturingChicago, Illinois, United States1958Spy HunterAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Bally in 1969; Bally/Midway was in turn acquired by Williams Electronics in 1987. Reformed as Midway Games in 1988.Mikro-GenBracknell, UK1981PyjamaramaAcquired by Creative Sparks Distribution in 1987.MileStone Inc.Tokyo, Japan2003Chaos FieldClosed in 2013.Millennium InteractiveCambridge, England, UK1988Cloud KingdomsAcquired by Sony Interactive Entertainment in 1997.Milton Bradley CompanyEast Longmeadow, Massachusetts, United States1860Time LordAcquired by Hasbro in 1984. Defunct in 2009.Minato SoftJapan2006Kimi ga Aruji de Shitsuji ga Ore deAlso publishes under the Whale label.MindcraftTorrance, California, United States1989The Magic CandleLast game published in 1993.MindscapeNovato, California, United States1980No longer publishes video games.MinoriJapan2001Bittersweet FoolsSoftware division of CoMixWave until 2007.MirrorsoftLondon, England, UK1982Tetris (Home computers)Acquired by Acclaim Entertainment in 1992.Mitchell CorporationTokyo, Japan1960PangDefunct in 2012.Mode 7 GamesEast Sussex, England2005Frozen Synapse series
Tokyo 42MojangStockholm, Sweden2009MinecraftAcquired by Microsoft in 2014.Monolith ProductionsKirkland, Washington, United States1994Get MedievalAcquired by Warner Bros. in 2004.Monte CristoParis, France1995Cities XLDefunct in 2010.MoonstoneJapan2003GiftAlso publishes under the Moonstone Cherry label.Mosaic PublishingLondon, England, UK1983Erik the VikingDefunct in 1988.MOSSTokyo, Japan1993CaladriusMotown GamesUnited States1994Rap Jam: Volume OneSoftware publishing arm of Motown. Defunct in 1996.Mountain King StudiosChicago, Illinois, United States1992DemonStarNo longer publishes video games.MTOYokohama, Japan1996GT Pro SeriesMTV GamesNew York City, United States2006Rock BandMud Duck ProductionsRockville, Maryland, United States2002MaliceLabel of ZeniMax Media. Defunct in 2007.Muse SoftwareMonrovia, Maryland, United States1978Also a video game developer.MumboJumboDallas, Texas, United States20017 Wonders of the Ancient WorldMystiqueUnited States1982Custer's RevengeOffshoot of Caballero Control Corporation and American Multiple Industries. Defunct in 1983.Nacon (formerly Bigben Interactive SA)Lesquin, France1981NamcoTokyo, Japan1955TekkenPac-ManAce CombatTime CrisisNo longer publishes video games. Video game division merged with Bandai's video game operations as Namco Bandai Games.Natsume Co LtdTokyo, Japan1987AbadoxRenamed to Natsume-Atari in 2013 following merger with subsidiary Atari.Natsume IncBurlingame, California1988Harvest MoonDivision of Natsume Co Ltd until 1995.NavelJapan2003Shuffle!Label of Omega Vision, Inc.Naxat SoftTokyo, Japan1988ReccaDefunct in 2015.NBCUniversalMidtown Manhattan, New York City2004The game publishing division will be closed in 2019.NCsoftSeoul, South Korea1997LineageGuild WarsNEC CorporationTokyo, Japan1899Keith Courage in Alpha ZonesExited the video game industry in 1998.Neko EntertainmentMontreuil, France1999Super Army WarDefunct in 2017.NetdragonFuzhou, China1997Also a video game developer.NeteaseGuangzhou, China1997Fantasy Westward JourneyAlso a video game developer and online services company.New Generation SoftwareUK1982TrashmanDefunct in 1986.NewKidCoManhattan, New York, United States1998E.T.: Interplanetary MissionDefunct in 2005.New World ComputingAgoura Hills, California, United States1984Might and MagicHeroes of Might and MagicAlso a video game developer. Purchased by 3DO.NexonSeoul, South Korea1994MaplestoryAlso a video game developer.Nihon FalcomJapan1981Dragon SlayerNintendoKyoto, Japan1889MarioLegend of ZeldaMetroidPokémonPikminKirbyAnimal CrossingAlso a video game developer.Nippon Ichi SoftwareJapan1994Disgaea seriesAlso a video game developer.Nihon BussanJapan1970Crazy ClimberTerra CrestaA.K.A. NichibutsuNitroplusTokyo, Japan2000Phantom of InfernoNovagen SoftwareBirmingham, England, UK1983MercenaryDefunct in 1992.NokiaEspoo, Finland1865NordcurrentVilnius, Lithuania2002Minon: Everyday HeroNovaLogicCalabasas, California, United States1985ComancheAcquired by THQ Nordic in 2016.NTDECTaipei, Taiwan1983Various unlicensed Famicom gamesDefunct in 1993.Nutting AssociatesMountain View, California, United States1965Computer SpaceDefunct in 1976.O3 EntertainmentSanta Clara, California, United States2001Ocean SoftwareManchester, UK1984Various licensed Commodore 64 and Amiga gamesAcquired by InfogramesOcean State PublishingWoonsocket, Rhode Island, United States1990Label of Rhode Island Soft Systems. Acquired by Freeze.com in 2003.Oculus StudiosIrvine, California, United States2014Asgard's WrathGame publishing arm of Oculus VR.Odin Computer GraphicsLiverpool, England, UK1985Nodes of YesodDefunct in 1988, re-established in 2005.Opera SoftSpain1986The Last MissionDefunct in 1992.Orbital MediaCalgary, Alberta, Canada2003Racing Gears AdvanceNo longer publishes video games.Origin SystemsAustin, Texas, United States1983UltimaWing CommanderAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Electronic Arts.Orion InteractiveUnited States1996Defunct following acquisition by Metro-Goldwyn-Meyer in 1997.Out of the Park DevelopmentsHollern-Twielenfleth, Germany1999Out of the Park Baseball0verflowTokyo, Japan1997School DaysOxygen GamesNorthamptonshire, England, UK2004Also a video game developer.OziSoftSydney, Australia1982A Journey to the Centre of the EarthAcquired by Infogrames in 1998, and Namco Bandai Games in 2009.Pacific NoveltyUnited States1980The Amazing Adventures of Mr. F. LeaLast game published in 1983.Pack-In-VideoJapan1970Harvest Moon (Japanese release)Acquired by Victor Entertainment in 1996; became Victor Interactive Software.Palace SoftwareLondon, England, UK1983Barbarian: The Ultimate Warrior, CauldronAcquired by Titus Software in 1991.PaletteTokyo, Japan2002Moshimo Ashita ga Hare NarabaPanasonicOsaka, Japan1918DNo longer publishes video games.Panda EntertainmentTaiwan1993Sango FighterLast game published in 1997.Panesian TaiwanTaiwan1990AV-Pachi Slot, Bubble Bath Babes, Peek-A-Boo PokerPublisher of eroge for the Family Computer and NESPanther GamesCanberra, Australia1985Fire-Brigade: The Battle for Kiev - 1943No longer publishes video games. Their games are now published by Lock 'n Load Publishing.Panther SoftwareJapan1987Last game published in 2004.Paradox InteractiveStockholm, Sweden1998Also a video game developer.Paragon SoftwareGreensburg, Pennsylvania, United States1985The Amazing Spider-ManDefunct in 1992.Parker BrothersBeverly, Massachusetts, United States1883Montezuma's RevengeAcquired by Hasbro in 1991, which continued to use it as a label on some video games until 1994.Parsoft InteractiveUnited States1991A-10 Attack!Defunct in 2002.Penguin SoftwareGeneva, Illinois, United States1978PentavisionSouth Korea2003DJMax PortableDivision of Neowiz Games. Merged with GameOn Studios in 2012.Perfect WorldBeijing, China2004Perfect WorldJade DynastyAlso a video game developer. Subsidiaries include Runic Games and Cryptic Studios.Personal Software ServicesCoventry, UK1981The Battle For MidwayAcquired by Mirrorsoft in 1987.Petit FerretJapan2002PopotanDefunct.Petroglyph GamesLas Vegas, Nevada, US2003Guardians of GraxiaMytheonPanzer General: Russian AssaultAlso a video game developer.PF MagicSan Francisco, California, United States1991PetzAcquired by Ubisoft in 1998.PhantagramSouth Korea1994Phantom CrashPhilipsAmsterdam, Netherlands1891Various CD-i gamesNo longer publishes video games.PionesoftJapan2003After...Defunct in 2008.Piranha GamesLondon, England, UK1986The Trap DoorSoftware publishing arm of Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Defunct in 1988.Piranha Interactive PublishingTempe, Arizona, United States1995MorpheusDefunct in 1999.PlayFirstSan Francisco, California, United States2004Diner DashAcquired by Glu mobile in 2014Playlogic Entertainment, Inc.The Netherlands, Amsterdam2002Playmates ToysCosta Mesa, California, United States1966Earthworm Jim (SNES)The Pokémon CompanyTokyo, Japan1998Pokémon Diamond and PearlJoint venture between Game Freak, Nintendo, and CreaturesPony CanyonTokyo, Japan1966Dr. ChaosNo longer publishes video games.PopCap GamesSeattle, Washington, United States2000BejeweledPlants vs. ZombiesPeggleZumaAlso a video game developer. Now owned by EA Games.Positech GamesUK1997Presto StudiosEncinitas, California, United States1991The Journeyman ProjectDefunct in 2002.PrincessSoftJapan2001Publishing label of Oaks Co., Ltd.Prism Leisure CorporationEnfield, Middlesex, England, UK1984Various ZX Spectrum gamesAlso published under the Addictive Games, Endurance Games, and Paxman Promotions labels. Defunct.Private DivisionNew York City, New York, US2017Kerbal Space ProgramLabel of Take-Two InteractiveProbe SoftwareCroydon, England, UK1984MantronixAcquired by Acclaim Entertainment in 1999; defunct in 2004.Programma InternationalLos Angeles, California, United States19783-D Docking MissionDefunct in 1983.PrototypeTokyo, Japan2006Planetarian: The Reverie of a Little PlanetPsygnosisLiverpool, England, UK1984DiscworldLemmingsAlso a video game developer.PsikyoKyoto, Japan1992Sengoku BladeDefunct in 2003; continued to be used a label until 2005.Psytronik SoftwareUK1993Knight 'n' GrailPulltopJapan2002Purple MoonMountain View, California, United States1997Various girls' video gamesAcquired by Mattel in 1999.Purple softwareJapan1985Haruiro OuseLabel of JAST. Known as Purple until 1998.Quality SoftwareChatsworth, California, United States1978The Return of HeraclesDefunct in 1984.Quantum AxcessColumbus, Ohio, United States1994MaliceLast game published c. 2003.Quantum Quality ProductionsFlemington, New Jersey, United States1991The Perfect GeneralAcquired by American Laser Games in 1994; defunct in 1995.Quest CorporationTokyo, Japan1988Ogre Battle: The March of the Black QueenDefunct in 2002 following acquisition by Square.QuicksilvaUK1983Ant Attack, Bugaboo (The Flea)Acquired by Argus Press Software in 1984, which used the Quicksilva name as a label until 1989.QuinRoseJapan2005Arabians Lost: The Engagement on DesertQuintetTokyo, Japan1987Defunct in 2002.QuteSagamihara, Japan1999Dicing Knight PeriodQ EntertainmentTokyo, Japan2003Lumines IIR2GamesHong Kong, China2010Rabbit SoftwareLondon, England, UK1982Potty PainterAcquired by Virgin Games in 1985.Radica GamesUnited States1983Play TVAcquired by Mattel in 2006.Rage SoftwareLiverpool, England, UK1992StrikerDefunct in 2003.Rainbird SoftwareLondon, England, UK1986StargliderLabel of Telecomsoft until 1989, and of MicroProse from then until its discontinuation in 1991.Rainbow ArtsGütersloh, Germany1984Turrican, The Great Giana SistersAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Funsoft and subsequently absorbed into THQ in 1999.RareTwycross, England, UK1985Jet Force GeminiAcquired by Microsoft in 2002.Ravensburger InteractiveRavensburg, Germany1883Video game subsidiary of Ravensburger AG. Acquired by JoWooD Productions in 2002.Raw FuryStockholm, Sweden2015Kingdom, GonnerRaw ThrillsSkokie, Illinois, United States2001Target: TerrorRed Ant EnterprisesAustralia2001Local distributor for other publishers' games. Defunct in 2011.Red EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1976GungraveKnown as Red Company until 2000.RedOctaneMountain View, California, United States1999Guitar HeroAcquired by Activision in 2006; defunct in 2010.Red Orb EntertainmentNovato, California, United States1997RivenLabel of Broderbund, and of Mindscape from 1998 onward. Defunct in 2001 following acquisition by Ubisoft.Red ShiftLondon, England1983Rebelstar RaidersDefunct in 1985.Red Storm EntertainmentCary, North Carolina, United States1996Rainbow SixAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Ubisoft and their games are now published by Ubisoft.RegistaJapan2004I/OreLINE SoftwareHanover, Germany1987AmegasDefunct in 2004.Renegade SoftwareWapping, London, England, UK1991Gods, Fire & IcePublishing arm of The Bitmap Brothers. Acquired by GT Interactive in 1997.Renovation ProductsUnited States1990Acquired by SegaRichard Shepherd SoftwareSlough, Berkshire, England, UK1982Shaken but not StirredDefunct in 1984.Right StuffTokyo, Japan1990Flash HidersDefunct in 1999.Riot GamesSanta Monica, United States2006League of LegendsAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Tencent.Ripcord GamesSanta Clara, California, United States1996PostalLabel of Panasonic Interactive Media until 1999. Stopped publishing video games in 2001. Defunct in 2009.Rising Star GamesHitchin, England, UK2004RiverhillsoftJapan1982J.B. Harold Murder ClubDefunct in 2004.Rock-OlaChicago, Illinois, United States1927NibblerNo longer publishes video games.Rockstar GamesNew York, New York, United States1998Max PayneGrand Theft AutoManhuntMidnight ClubBullyAlso a video game developer. Currently a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive.RomstarTorrance, California, United States1984Twin CobraDefunct in 1992.RomtechLanghorne, Pennsylvania, United States1999Defunct.Rovio EntertainmentEspoo, Finland2003Angry BirdsPublishers its own developed games as well as 3rd parties under Rovio StarsRTL GroupKirchberg, Luxembourg1920Crash Time: Autobahn PursuitPublished under the RTL Playtainment label. Currently its subsidiary, BroadbandTV, publishes some mobile games.RuneSoftTübingen, Germany2000Various Linux and Mac OS gamesSaga PlanetsOsaka, Japan1998Ren'ai CHU!Sammy StudiosMinato, Japan2004Merged with Sega as Sega Sammy Holdings,SamsungSeoul, South Korea1938Various Sega Mega Drive games in KoreaNo longer publishes video games.Sanctuary WoodsVictoria, British Columbia, Canada1988Ripley's Believe It or Not!: The Riddle of Master LuDefunct in 2001.Scavenger, Inc.Los Angeles, California, United States1996ScorcherDefunct in 1998.ScopelyCulver City, California, United States2011Star Trek Fleet CommandThe Walking Dead: Road to SurvivalSCi GamesLondon, England, UK1988Bought and merged with Eidos Interactive in 2005. Name retired.SCS SoftwarePrague, Czech Republic1997Euro Truck Simulator 2Safari SoftwareHouston, Texas, United States1989Traffic Department 2192Acquired by Epic MegaGames in 1997.ScholasticWilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, United States1920Ceased publishing video games in 2007.SearsChicago, Illinois, United States1886Various Atari 2600 gamesPublished under the Tele-Games label. Exited the video game industry in 1983.SegaTokyo, Japan1960Sonic the HedgehogPhantasy StarVirtua FighterAlso a video game developer. Merged with Sammy Studios as Sega Sammy Holdings.Seibu KaihatsuTokyo, Japan1982RaidenCeased publishing video games in 1998.SETA CorporationTokyo, Japan1985Defunct in 2009.Seven45 StudiosSeattle, Washington, United States2007Power Gig: Rise of the SixStringGame publishing arm of First Act. First Act was acquired by Jazwares in 2016.Shadow Tor StudiosUK2005Barrow HillShandaShanghai, China1999Gaming unit spun off as Shanda Games (later Shengqu Games) in 2009.Sharp CorporationSakai, Japan1912Nekketsu High School Dodgeball Club: SoccerNo longer publishes video games.Shengqu GamesShanghai, China1999Sherston SoftwareSherston, Wiltshire, UK1983Various BBC Micro gamesDefunct in 2011; now a label of Sherston Publishing Group.ShoeishaTokyo, Japan1986BreakThru!No longer publishes video games.ShogakukanTokyo, Japan1922Professor Kageyama's Maths Training: The Hundred Cell Calculation MethodSierra EntertainmentCalifornia, United States1979Gabriel KnightKing's QuestLeisure Suit LarryHalf-LifePolice QuestQuest for GlorySpace QuestAlso a video game developer. Defunct in 2008. Its name was revived as Activision's brand in 2014.Silicon Beach SoftwareSan Diego, California, United States1984Enchanted SceptersAcquired by Aldus in 1990.SilmarilsLognes, Paris, France1987Metal MutantDefunct in 2003.Simon & Schuster InteractiveNew York City, United States1995Deer AvengerDefunct in 2003.SIMS Co., Ltd.Tokyo, Japan1991VaySimulations CanadaCanada1977Various computer wargamesNo longer publishes video games.Sinclair Research Ltd.London, England, UK19731K ZX ChessBrand name sold to Amstrad in 1985, which continued to use it as a label until 1992.Sirius SoftwareSacramento, California, United States1980WayoutDefunct in 1984.Sir-TechNew York City, United States1979WizardryDefunct in 2003.SlitherineEpsom, Surrey, UK2000Panzer CorpsDistant WorldsPublisher of strategy and wargames on PC, Mac, mobile and home consoles.SNKOsaka, Japan2001Ikari WarriorsFatal FuryWorld HeroesSamurai ShowdownArt of FightingAcquired by 37Games in 2015SoedescoRotterdam, The Netherlands2001Various indie gamesSOFELTokyo, Japan1979Wall Street KidNo longer publishes video games.Soft-WorldTaipei, Taiwan1983Heroes of Jin YongSoftapeUnited States1978Various Apple II gamesDefunct in 1983.SoftdiskShreveport, Louisiana, United States1981Catacomb 3-DDefunct in 2016.SoftKeyUnited States1978Oregon Trail IIKnown as Micro International Corp. until 1989, and as WordStar International Inc. until 1994. Changed name to The Learning Company in 1996; continued to use the SoftKey label on some software until 1999, when the company was acquired by Mattel.Softek International LtdLondon, England, UK1980Quo VadisDefunct in 1989. Published some games under the label The Edge.SoftSideUnited States1978Arena of OctosDefunct in 1984.SoftstarTaipei, Taiwan1988The Legend of Sword and FairySoftware 2000Eutin, Germany1987Fast Food TycoonDefunct in 2002.Software DynamicsVictoria, British Columbia, Canada1987Operation: Inner SpaceSoftware ProjectsLiverpool, England, UK1983Jet Set WillyDefunct in 1985.Sony ImagesoftLos Angeles, California, United States1989Super Dodge BallInitially known as CSG Imagesoft. Defunct in 1995.Sony Interactive EntertainmentSan Mateo, California, United States1993Ratchet & ClankJak and DaxterGod of WarKillzoneUnchartedResistanceSony Pictures DigitalCalifornia, United States1997Publisher of mobile phone games.SouthPeak GamesVirginia, United States1996Two WorldsSpectral AssociatesTacoma, Washington, United States1980Various TRS-80 Color Computer gamesPublished last game in 1988.SpectravideoUnited States1981MangiaPublished Atari 2600 games under the label Spectravision. Defunct in 1988.Spectrum HoloByteAlameda, California, United States1983Also a video game developer. Acquired by Hasbro Interactive.SpikeTokyo, Japan1991Danganronpa: Trigger Happy HavocMerged with Chunsoft in 2012.Spike ChunsoftTokyo, Japan1984Danganronpa series
Science Adventure series
Zero Escape seriesAlso a video game developer and localizer. Formerly known as Chunsoft before it merged with Spike in 2012. Subsidiary of Dwango.Spil GamesHilversum, The Netherlands2001Also a video game developer. Acquired by Azerion [de] in 2020.Spinnaker SoftwareCambridge, Massachusetts, United States1982In Search of the Most Amazing ThingAcquired by The Learning Company in 1994.SquareTokyo, Japan1986Final FantasyAlso a video game developer. Merged with Enix to create Square Enix.Square Electronic ArtsCosta Mesa, California, United States1998Parasite EveOwned by Square and Electronic Arts. Folded back into Square and changed to Square Enix.Square EnixTokyo, Japan1975Dragon QuestSquare Enix EuropeLondon, England, UK1990Tomb RaiderHitmanThiefAlso a video game developer. Acquired by SCi Games in 2005, then by Square Enix in 2009. Formerly known as Eidos Interactive until 2009.StardockLivonia, Michigan, United States1991Sins of a Solar EmpireGalactic CivilizationsAlso a video game developer.StarpathLivermore, California, United States1981Escape from the MindmasterDefunct in 1984.Stern ElectronicsChicago, Illinois, United States1977BerzerkCeased video game production in 1985.Sting EntertainmentTokyo, Japan1989Last BattalionStorm ImpactGlenview, Illinois, United States1989TaskMakerDefunct in 1997.Strategic Simulations (SSI)Sunnyvale, California, United States1979Also a video game developer Acquired by Ubisoft, name retired.Strategic Studies GroupAustralia1983Reach for the StarsNo longer publishes video games. Their games are now published by Matrix Games.Stormfront StudiosSan Rafael, California, United States1988Old Time BaseballDefunct in 2008.Strategy FirstMontreal, Quebec, Canada1988Europa UniversalisStudio e.go!Osaka, Japan1998Castle Fantasia: Seima TaisenDefunct in 2009.SublogicUrbana-Champaign, Illinois, United States1975Flight SimulatorAcquired by Sierra in 1995.SuccessTokyo, Japan1978Also a video game developer.Sunflowers Interactive Entertainment SoftwareHeusenstamm, Germany1993Anno 1602Acquired by Ubisoft in 2007.Sunrise InteractiveJapan1998Mai-HiME: Unmei no KeitōjuDefunct in 2008.SunsoftAichi, Japan1981Aero the Acro-BatClosed U.S. offices, operates out of Japan.Superior SoftwareLeeds, England, UK1982CitadelSupersoftHarrow, London, UK1978Air AttackCeased publishing video games in 1985.Sydney Development CorporationVancouver, British Columbia, Canada1978Defunct in 1989.Super Fighter TeamSan Diego, California, United States2004Legend of WukongSuzy SoftZagreb, Croatia1985Various ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 gamesSoftware division of Suzy Records. Defunct in 1988.Synapse SoftwareRichmond, California1981Blue MaxPurchased by Broderbund in 1984. Defunct in 1986.Synergistic SoftwareSeattle, Washington, United States1978Odyssey: The Compleat ApventureAcquired by Sierra in 1996; defunct in 1999.SystemSoftJapan1985DaisenryakuNo longer publishes video games.System 3London, England, UK1982The Last Ninja, International Karate, Myth: History in the MakingAlso a video game developer.System SacomTokyo, Japan1981No longer publishes video games.TacticsJapan1997One: Kagayaku Kisetsu eAcquired by Nexton in 1999, which has continued to use the Tactics brand on some games.TaitoTokyo, Japan1953Bubble BobbleAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Square Enix.TakaraJapan1955The Transformers: Mystery of ConvoyMerged with Tomy in 2006.Take-Two InteractiveNew York, New York, United States1993Also owns publishers Rockstar Games, 2K Games (2K Sports), and Private Division. Also a video game developer.TalonSoftBaltimore, Maryland, United States1995BattlegroundAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Take-Two Interactive, name retired.TamsoftTokyo, Japan1992Guardian's CrusadeTandy CorporationFort Worth, Texas, United States1919MicrochessCeased publishing games in 1989.TaxanJapan1981No longer publishes video games.TDK MediactiveWestlake Village, California, United States1990Lady SiaAmerican software publishing arm of TDK. Defunct in 2003.Team17Wakefield, England, UK1990Worms, Alien Breed, Superfrog, Yooka-LayleeAlso a video game developer.Team Shanghai AliceJapan1996Touhou ProjectTechlandOstrów Wielkopolski, Poland1991Technical Group LaboratoryOsaka, Japan1984Also known as TGL.Technology and Entertainment SoftwareJapan1982HydlideAlso known as T&E Soft. Ceased publishing video games in 2002.TechnosoftSasebo, Nagasaki, Japan1980Thunder ForceAcquired by Twenty-one Company in 2001.Technos JapanTokyo, Japan1981Also a video game developer. Assets acquired by Atlus.TecMagikCalifornia, United States1991Also a video game developer.TecmoJapan1967Ninja GaidenTecmo BowlDead or AliveMerged into Tecmo Koei.TectoySao Paulo, Brazil1987Many games for Sega consoles in Brazil.TelariumCambridge, Massachusetts, United States1984Fahrenheit 451Defunct in 1987.TelesysFremont, California, United States1982Fast FoodDefunct in 1984.Telenet JapanJapan1983Valis: The Fantasm SoldierDefunct in 2007.Telltale GamesSan Rafael, California, United States2004Defunct in 2018.TencentShenzhen, China1998Also a video game developer and online services company. Has a minority stake in Epic Games and owns Riot Games as a subsidiary.TengenMilpitas, California, United States1987TetrisPublishing arm of Atari Games. Defunct in 1994 following acquisition by Time Warner.Texas InstrumentsDallas, Texas, United States1930ParsecExited the video game industry in 1984.Thalamus LtdLondon, England, UK1986ArmalyteDefunct in 1993.Thalion SoftwareGütersloh, Germany1988AmberstarDefunct in 1994.The9Shanghai, China1999Former regional publisher for World of Warcraft in ChinaThe Learning CompanySan Francisco, California, United States1980Merged with Mattel Interactive, no longer publishes video gamesThin Chen EnterpriseTaipei, Taiwan1988Colorful DragonAlso used the labels Sachen, Commin, and Joy Van. Defunct.Thinking RabbitTakarazuka, Japan1982SokobanDefunct.THQAgoura Hills, California, United States1989Red FactionS.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of ChernobylSaint's RowTak and the Power of JujuDestroy All Humans!Also a video game developer. Nordic Games (now THQ Nordic) revived the THQ brand in 2016, and all THQ franchises folded to THQ Nordic.THQ NordicAustria2011Purchased Darksiders, Red Faction, and MX vs. ATV franchises from THQ, Previously called Nordic Games from 2011–2016.Thorn EMI Computer SoftwareLondon, England, UK1981River RescueSoftware publishing arm of Thorn EMI. Spun off and reestablished as Creative Sparks in 1984.Three-Sixty PacificUnited States1987Dark CastleDefunct in 1994.Tiertex Design StudiosManchester, UK1987Ace of AcesLast game published in 2003.Tiger ElectronicsVernon Hills, Illinois, United States1978Various LCD games and Game.com gamesAlso a video game developer. Acquired by Hasbro in 1998.Time Warner InteractiveMilpitas, California, United States1993Primal RageMerged into Midway Games West in 1996.Titus InteractiveFrance1985ToaplanJapan1984Fire SharkDefunct in 1994.Toei AnimationTokyo, Japan1956BaltronTohoTokyo, Japan1932Godzilla: Monster of MonstersNo longer publishes video games.Tokuma ShotenTokyo, Japan1954Incredible CrisisNo longer publishes video games.Tokyo ShosekiTokyo, Japan1909Cycle Race: Road ManNo longer publishes video games.Tomy (Takara Tomy)Tokyo, Japan1924Pretty RhythmMerged with Takara in 2006.TommoCity of Industry, California1990Monster Rancher DSTonkin HouseTokyo, Japan1986Gun-NacDefunct in 2008.TopologikaStilton, UK1983Countdown to DoomDefunct in 2013.Topo SoftSpain1987SurvivorDefunct in 1994.TopWare InteractiveKarlsruhe, Germany1995Also a video game developer. After filing for bankruptcy in 2001, it was acquired by Zuxxez Entertainment, and later resurrected in 2005. Filed for bankruptcy again in 2016, but continues to publish future video games.Toshiba EMITokyo, Japan1960SyvalionDefunct in 2013.Towa ChikiTokyo, Japan1986A Week of GarfieldDefunct in 2001.TradewestCorsicana, Texas, United States1986Acquired by Midway Games, name retired.TrecoTorrance, California1990Atomic Robo-KidDefunct in 1993.Triangle ServiceTokyo, Japan2002TrizealTriffix EntertainmentMontreal, Quebec, Canada1991CastelianDream TVSpace Football: One on OneLast game published in 1992.Trilobyte SoftwareMedford, Oregon, United States1990Uncle Henry's PlayhouseDefunct in 1999, re-established in 2010.Tripwire InteractiveRoswell, Georgia, United States2005Killing FloorTri SynergyDallas, Texas, United States1996Tru Blu EntertainmentSydney, Australia1999Rugby LeagueTsunami GamesOakhurst, California, United States1991Blue ForceSold to Tsunami Media Corporation in 1999.TT GamesMaidenhead, England, UK2005Also a video game developer. Merger of Giant Interactive Entertainment and Traveller's Tales. Acquired by Warner Bros. Interactive.Twilight FrontierJapan2002Higurashi DaybreakTynesoftBlaydon, UK1983Superman: The Man of SteelExited the video game industry in 1991.Type-MoonJapan2000TsukihimeUbisoftMontreuil-sous-Bois, France1986RaymanAssassin's CreedFar CryGhost ReconSplinter CellAlso a video game developer.UEP SystemsTokyo, Japan1985Cool BoardersDefunct in 2001.UFO Interactive GamesCity of Industry, California1999Monster Rancher DSLabel of Tommo.Ultimate Play the GameAshby-de-la-Zouch, UK1982Jetpac, Knight LoreAcquired by U.S. Gold in 1985, which continued to use the Ultimate name as a label on some games. Defunct in 1988.UltrasoftBratislava, Slovakia1989TowdieDefunct in 1998.Ultra GamesBuffalo Grove, Illinois, United States1988Shell company and publishing label for Konami. Name retired in 1992.United States ArmyArlington, Virginia, United States1775America's ArmyUniversal Entertainment CorporationJapan1969Mr. Do!U.S. GoldBirmingham, England, UK1984Also a video game developer. Acquired by Eidos Interactive.UserJoy TechnologyTaiwan1995The Legend of Three KingdomsUS GamesSanta Clara, California, United States1978EntombedAcquired by Quaker Oats in 1982. Defunct in 1983.Valcon GamesBellevue, Washington, United States2005Darkest of DaysNo longer active.ValveBellevue, Washington, United States1996Half-Life series
Counter-Strike series
Portal series
Left 4 Dead series
Dota 2Also a video game developer.VAPTokyo, Japan1981Isolated WarriorNo longer publishes video games.VarieJapan1986Parallel WorldDefunct in 1997.VEB PolytechnikChemnitz, Germany1870Poly PlayDefunct in 2006.VectorbeamCalifornia, United States1978Speed FreakAcquired by Cinematronics in 1980.ViacomNew York City, United States1952Phantom 2040Published video games under the Viacom New Media label. Company split in 2005.Victor InteractiveJapan1970Shadow of the BeastSubsidiary of JVC. Merged with Pack-In-Video in 1996. Acquired by Marvelous Entertainment in 2003; defunct in 2007.Vic TokaiShizuoka, Japan1977No longer publishes video games.Virgin InteractiveLondon, England, UK1983Global GladiatorsAlso a video game developer. Known as Virgin Games until 1993. American branch acquired and closed by Electronic Arts in 1998, European branch acquired by Titus Software in 1999, and re-branded to Avalon Interactive in 2003. Stopped publishing games after 2002.Virgin PlaySpain1995Touch the DeadKnown as Virgin Interactive Espana SA until 2002. Filed for liquidation in 2009.Virtual ProgrammingBournemouth, UK2000Various Mac OS gamesVisco CorporationJapan1982WardnerNo longer publishes video games.The Vision FactoryDen Bosch, The Netherlands1993Various CD-i gamesDefunct in 2002.VisualArt'sOsaka, Japan1991KanonVivarium Inc.Tokyo, Japan1993SimTowerPreviously known as OPeNBooK Co., Ltd.Vivendi GamesLos Angeles, California United States1993Merged with Activision to form Activision Blizzard in 2008.Vortex SoftwareManchester, UK1981Highway EncounterDefunct in 1990.VoxelStormManchester, UK2012AdvertCityAlso a video game developer and music publisher.Vulcan SoftwareCotswolds, UK1994Valhalla: Before the WarWales InteractiveBridgend, Wales, UK2012The BunkerSoul AxiomAlso a video game developer.Walnut Creek CDROMWalnut Creek, California, United States1991Various shareware CD-ROMsMerged with Berkeley Software Design in 2000.Wanadoo EditionParis, France2000Iron StormSoftware publishing arm of Wanadoo. Defunct in 2003.WarashiTokyo, Japan1995Triggerheart ExelicaWargamingNicosia, Cyprus1998World of TanksWorld of WarplanesWorld of WarshipsAlso a video game developer.Warner Bros. InteractiveBurbank, California, United States1993F.E.A.R. 2OverlordWARPJapan1994Enemy ZeroExited the video game industry in 1999, defunct in 2005.Webfoot TechnologiesLemont, Illinois, United States1993Deadly Rooms of DeathWebzenSeoul, South Korea2000Also a video game developer.WildTangentRedmond, Washington, United States1998Fate: The Traitor SoulAcquired by Gamigo AG [de] in 2019.Williams ElectronicsChicago, Illinois, United States1943Robotron 2084, DefenderExited the video game industry in 1998.Windham ClassicsCambridge, Massachusetts, United States1984Below the RootPublished last game in 1985.WindmillJapan2002Happiness!Publishes under the Windmill Oasis label.Windmill SoftwareToronto, Ontario, Canada1982DiggerDefunct in 1984.WinkysoftOsaka, Japan1983Defunct in 2015.Wisdom TreeTucson, Arizona, United States1989Known for Christian-themed games.WizardWorksMinneapolis, Minnesota, United States1990Deer HunterAcquired by GT Interactive in 1996. Defunct in 2004.Wolf TeamTokyo, Japan1986Annet FutatabiAcquired by Namco in 2003.Working DesignsRedding, California, United States1986LunarSpecialized in the localization of Japan-native RPGs.Xicat InteractiveFort Lauderdale, Florida, United States1997Defunct in 2005.XonoxMinnesota, United States1983Artillery DuelDefunct in 1984.XSEED GamesTorrance, California, United States2005Ys SevenXS GamesNew York, New York, United States2002YetiJapan2005Root Double: Before Crime * After DaysYojigenJapan1994WildSnakeDefunct.Yonezawa PR21Japan1988Battle StormAlso known as Party Room 21. Acquired by Sega in 1994; defunct in 1998.Yuke'sOsaka, Japan1993Evil ZoneYutakaJapan1990Last ArmageddonDefunct in 2003 following merger with Popy.ZaccariaBologna, Italy1974Various arcade gamesDefunct in 1988.ZAPiT GamesMississauga, Ontario, Canada2003Game Wave Family Entertainment SystemDefunct.ZeniMax MediaUnited States1999Elder ScrollsAlso owns publisher Bethesda Softworks.ZenobiRochdale, UK1982Various text adventure gamesZeppelin GamesGateshead, UK1987DraconusAcquired by Merit Studios Inc. in 1994 and renamed to Merit Studios Europe. Subsequently, regained independence in 1996 and reestablished itself as Eutechnyx. No longer publishes its own games.ZiguratSpain1986Various ZX Spectrum gamesPublished last game in 1992.ZimagUnited States1982DishasterPublishing label of Magnetic Tape International. Defunct in 1983.ZoomSapporo, Japan1988OvertakeZuxxez EntertainmentKarlsruhe, Germany2001Acquired TopWare Interactive in 2001. Renamed itself to TopWare Interactive in 2005. Name retired.Zushi GamesSheffield, England, UK1999ZyngaSan Francisco, California2007FarmVilleMafia WarsZyXJapan1994

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