Studio Affiliates

Abalone Studios
"The IGDA is a valuable partner in our efforts to create a community of game developers and to support the growth of the game development industry here in the state of New Mexico."

Glyn Anderson, President

Abandon Interactive Entertainment
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Abylight
"Thank you for playing."

Nacho García, General Manager

Acheron Design
"The games industry needs a leader. It needs a hero. The IGDA stands where others have fallen. It is to the IGDA that Acheron Design pledges its allegiance."

Athol Birtley, Co-Founder

Agenius Interactive
"AGENIUS Interactive would like to thank IGDA for organizing and help maturing this fantastic industry. Have fun and and keep innovating."

Edvin Fladen, Founder

Artificial Mind and Movement
"There is no question that if we, as global players, are willing to engage on the road to excellence, we are likely to achieve greater success for our industry, by standing as partners first, with common interests and goals."

Remi Racine, President

Backbone Entertainment - Emeryville
"The IGDA is a fantastic organization and valuable resource for developers to continue to improve the quality of our games, our communities and the industry as a whole."

Mike Mika, Studio Head

Backbone Entertainment - Vancouver
"Community and camaraderie have long been a cornerstone of our studio. We're thrilled to be able to be a part of this larger community and the integrity the IGDA stands for."

Jeff Vavasour, Studio Head

BattleGoat Studios
"We value the sense of community that the IGDA brings to the game development industry."

David Thompson, Co-Founder

Bedlam
"The IGDA is a perfect forum for professionals and enthusiasts to exchange ideas and share information. Bedlam proudly supports the IGDA as a resource to build a better gaming community."

Zandro Chan, Director of Game Development

Beenox
"Beenox salutes the leadership shown by the IGDA. We support this organization because we believe that sharing knowledge and information is key to successfully making decisions that will positively affect the future of our industry."

Dominique Brown, President

Benxing Entertainment
"The IGDA fosters a professional community of game developers, enabling them to grow and prosper in their careers. Benxing Entertainment strongly supports the IGDA in its efforts to promote the growth of the individual game developers, as well as its nurturing of the global community."

Thomas Phillips, CEO

Big Huge Games
"Although we are sometimes rivals and competitors, we are also friends, and there are times when we need to stand together as an industry and speak with one voice."

Brian Reynolds, President

BioWare Corp.
"BioWare's core values of quality in our products and quality in our workplace are supported by the IGDA's ongoing efforts, and we are proud to be Studio Affiliates of this valuable organization. "

Greg Zeschuk, Joint-CEO

Black Lantern Studios
"In an industry characterized by uncertainty, it is essential to have organizations such as the IGDA to help the development community to adapt, grow, and flourish. Black Lantern Studios is proud to be a part of the IGDA Studio Affiliation Program, joining with others to face the common challenges of tomorrow."

Richard Woods, Managing Director

Blue Fang Games
"Blue Fang is proud to support the IGDA as a Studio Affiliate. We take great pride in the quality of the games we make, as well as our continuing ability to meet our deadlines, respect and support our employees' quality of life, and above all to enjoy what we're lucky to do for a living - make games."

Hank Howie, President

Bungie Studios
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Cartoon Network New Media Games
"Since Cartoon Network New Media began, games have been the cornerstone of our popularity with fans. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to creativity, our in-house games studio is dedicated to building on that success. We are proud to be an IGDA Studio Affiliate, and we look forward to working together with the IGDA community to advance our studio and the game industry as a whole."

Paul Condolora, VP and General Manager

CCP
"The IGDA is an important forum for small country developers like CCP. Through the IGDA we have the opportunity to interact with our peers throughout the world, unconstrained by borders and oceans."

Hilmar Veigar Petursson, CEO

Chat Republic Games
"IGDA - for Fame and Fortune!"

Olli Kallioinen, el Comandante de la Propaganda y Corrupción

CHI Systems, Inc.
"As the interactive entertainment industry continues to expand into new and exciting areas, CHI Systems is proud to be a supporter of the IGDA. We look forward to sharing the enthusiasm and vision we bring to the creation of serious games with the entire development community."

Wayne Zachary, CEO

Coresoft
"In a constantly evolving industry as fast-paced as video games it is increasingly important to have an international organization devoted to the support and interests of developers worldwide."

Dave Connelly, President & CEO

Crytek
"Crytek is a proud Studio Affiliate of the IGDA. We value community and organizations that support and create community to drive for a higher quality output. Only with sharing and listening to each other we can improve ourselves and our results."

Avni Yerli, Managing Director

Dallas Audio Post Group
"Kudos to the IGDA organization and its membership for creating a global community that enables collaboration, innovation, and whose collective-work results in making life more enjoyable for millions of people via game play. I cannot think of another group that brings as much pleasure and happiness to the world as the game industry. Dallas Audio Post Group is humbled and honored to be counted amongst these outstanding IGDA members. Game on! "

David Friedman, Partner

Destineer Studios (Raleigh)
"Destineer is proud to support the IGDA in their efforts to advance the professional lives of game developers, both within our own organization and within the industry at large. The IGDA believes that better developers will make better games and thus a better industry, and Destineer is similarly committed to realizing this vision through our games, our people, and our business. We consider ourselves fortunate to count the IGDA as a partner in this effort."

Juan Benito, Creative Director

Digital Extremes
"Behind every good game developer is someone who helped them get there. The IGDA is a tremendous support system for the game development community and Digital Extremes applauds and supports their efforts in taking our industry to new heights."

James Schmalz, Founder and Creative Director

Disney Interactive Studios
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EA Mobile Montreal
"The creative people at EA Mobile Montreal strongly support the IGDA and all its great initiatives to foster innovation and the sharing of knowledge within the game development community."

Derek Zakaib, Creative Director

EA Montreal
"EA Montreal plans to play a strong role in fostering and developing the local game development community."

Alain Tascan, General Manager

EA Partners
"EA Partners is proud to support the IGDA as part of our commitment to helping the world's best independent developers reach a global audience."

David Demartini, GM

EIDOS-MONTREAL
"EIDOS-MONTREAL is proud to be an active member of IGDA. To go forward in our industry, we must take time to exchange and share with other follow-colleagues/studios of our gaming community. The mission of the IGDA helps us to achieve this."

Stephane D'Astous, General Manager

Ensemble Studios
"Through outreach, education, and community the IGDA has given voice to game developers across the globe. Ensemble Studios is proud to aid in this endeavor and taking part in the continued growth of game developers everywhere."

Graeme Devine , Project Lead

Epic Games
"We're pleased to be involved with the IGDA. At Epic we've been fortunate enough to benefit from the advice of others who are more experienced than ourselves. The IGDA gives game developers a chance to share their industry experiences."

Mark Rein, VP

Factor 5, Inc.
"The Affiliation Program is a great way for studio managers to enrich their team, by encouraging them to get involved. They get to show their generosity at the same time."

Julian Eggebrecht, President/Lead Producer

Firaxis Games
"The IDGA has been instrumental in bringing game makers together to collaborate, exchange ideas and move the industry forward in a very positive way. Firaxis is proud to be a part of this powerful community of developers – it makes our company stronger and our games better."

Steve Martin, President

Flying Fish Works
"At Flying Fish Works we are committed to developing games with a difference. We are proud to be joining the IGDA community, which we view as a creative melting pot, where competitors become friends and ideas become games."

Simon Grabowski, CEO

Foundation 9 Entertainment
"Foundation 9 Entertainment is honored to be a part of IGDA. This organization offers a community that's vital to the success and continued growth of our industry. We are our own best resource for one another."

Jon Goldman, CEO

FRONTLINE Studios, LLC
"IGDA directly supports our quest to create better games and expand our involvement in the industry globally. We look to IGDA as well, as a vital resource for our Poland-based professional video game developer association FRONTLINESTUDIOS.org a society that is also committed to advancing game development technology and business."

Brian Dreyer, COO

Fugu Games
"The IGDA provides valuable industry advice, data and moral support to independent game developers. Fugu Games is proud to be an Affiliate."

Philip Chu, President

GameHouse Studios Eindhoven
"Have fun."

Jean-Pierre Deckers, VP Engineering

Gamelab
"Game development is a sickness. The IGDA can't cure us, but it certainly helps with the pain."

Eric Zimmerman, CEO

Ganymede Technologies
"We look forward to working together with other IGDA members to promote game development and grow the gaming community throughout Europe and the world."

Marek Wylon, CEO

Harmonix Music Systems, Inc.
"Harmonix strongly supports the mission of the IGDA. We feel it is far better to share our hard-won lessons than to condemn all to repeat them. We would like to see this industry grow not just in sales, but also in respect as an art form."

Michael Dornbrook, Executive VP/COO

Human Head Studios, Inc.
"The IGDA provides a unique service to gaming professionals and an excellent opportunity to discuss the art, science and business of game development with our peers. It's an invaluable tool for communication within the industry, and a forum for us to cooperate as a industry on issues that affect us."

Timothy Gerritsen, Chairman

id software
"The IGDA is a terrific resource for independent developers of any size, and we value our affiliation. Game developers are a rare breed, so it's nice to have a supportive community of people that understand one another and fundamentally strive every day for a common goal - to have fun making great games."

Tim Willits, Lead Designer

ImaginEngine
"By offering a way for developers to connect, IGDA provides an invaluable service that will benefit our companies, studios, and employees."

Bridget Erdmann, Executive Producer

International Hobo Ltd
"Our business is based upon co-operation, the IGDA is based upon community - they have always had our support, now they have our money too!"

Chris Bateman, Managing Director

Ironstar Helsinki
"We would be so lost without this wonderful thing called IGDA."

Joakim Achrén, CEO

Kidsland
"We support IGDA because IGDA is the gateway to game developers. I love IGDA."

Robert Yae, President

Large Animal Games
"Quite simply, the IGDA helps us all develop better games."

Wade Tinney, partner/game designer

Left Field Productions
"The IGDA is playing a leading role in improving our industry, and we're proud to join with both our friends and competitors in supporting this vitally important endeavor."

John Brandwood, President

Les Studios Longtail Quebec
"IGDA allows us to share our experiences and this is interesting not only for the company, but for the employees. We are happy to support the IGDA because their efforts are making our industry better and better every day. When important issues arise in the videogame industry, we know that the IGDA and its members can be heard as one loud voice."

Estelle Jacquemard, General Manager

Lionhead Studios
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Magnin & Associates
"The IGDA is a viable bridge between veteran game developers and the next generation that will follow us and take our craft to the next level."

Ed Magnin, Director of Development

Mauretania Import Export Company
"The IGDA is virtually the NRA of the video game world, protecting our right to carry simulated firearms, assemble, and speak freely as an industry."

American McGee, Founder & Creative Director

Max Gaming Technologies, LLC
"The IGDA is the right kinda forum for both large to small game developers to interact and find common ground as the industry grows and matures. "

Adrian S Wright, President

Microsoft Game Studios
"MGS is proud to become a Studio Affiliate of the IGDA, as we highly value what this organization means to our industry. The networking events and the opportunities to share experiential knowledge are all fundamental to the betterment of MGS as a whole and our inclusion in this association, on a much larger scale, is a testament to this."

Frank Pape, Senior Director

Mind Candy
"Mind Candy is pleased to become part of the IGDA, and to have the chance to discuss, support and interact with our peers in both gaming and the rapidly developing field of alternate reality gaming."

Dan Hon, COO

Mission Critical Studios
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Mistic Software Inc.
"The game makers of Mistic Software are very pleased to be affiliated to one of the most famous organizations, IGDA, who gathers all game developers, worldwide, to bring our industry at the forefront of progress which is certainly the key for success."

Frederic Bibet, Studio Manager

Move Interactive S.A.
"We're very proud of being part of such a great community. We believe this membership will open ways to share experiences with other developers around the world, supply our team with important information, and discuss the art of creating great games."

Roberto Varela, President & CEO

NASSONS Entertainment Studios
"Should we need to advance in the gaming industry and participate in technology innovations, the IGDA is indeed a precious resource which will help us achieve that."

George Shomali, President & CEO

NCsoft Brighton
"The IGDA is a force for good in the industry, from promoting a high quality of life, to helping studios improve their development practices, to encouraging the sharing of design and technology best practices. We are delighted to show our support for the IGDA, and to be part of making better games in better working environments. "

Adam Martin, Lead Core Programmer

NDS Denmark ApS
"The IGDA's contribution to the community and the industry overall is clearly very valuable and we wish to actively support this."

Mads Wibroe, Dept. Manager, Console Games

Other Ocean Interactive
"The IGDA is a great way for industry to share knowledge and experience – at the end of the day helping us make better games for everyone to enjoy."

Deirdre Ayre, Studio Head

Pandemic Studios
"Given the vast number of studios showing their love for the IDGA on this page, what are the odds you're actually reading ours? For that, Pandemic Studios would like to say thank you! Oh, and a sincere thanks to the IDGA for being one of the absolute best resources for uniting the international game development community and supporting its growth."

Josh Resnick, President, Pandemic Studios

Pi Studios
"Pi Studios' core values of quality in our products and quality in our workplace are supported by the IGDA's ongoing efforts, and we are proud to be a Studio Affiliate of this valuable organization."

John Faulkenbury, CTO/Producer

Pipeworks Software, Inc.
"An open and enthusiastic dialogue between developers is essential for the further evolution and maturation of our industry. The IGDA offers us this chance to connect and share ideas with our fellow developers."

Dan Duncalf, Studio Head

Pixel Mine, Inc.
"The same sense of community that drives our games and portal, drives us to support IGDA."

David Reese, President

Pseudo Interactive
"IGDA is like the UN - without all of that 'politics' nonsense."

David Wu, President and Director of Technology

Rare Limited
"If the industry is to continue to mature, organisations like the IGDA are essential. Everyone at RARE backs the IGDA and the work they do for our industry."

Nick Burton, Senior Software Engineer

Ready At Dawn Studios
"We want everyone at Ready At Dawn Studios to be actively involved in the industry they are working in. Nobody makes it alone and the Studio Affiliation program is the perfect place to start sharing our experience and also learn from others."

Didier Malenfant, Co-Founder and President

Red Rocket Games
"The IGDA has been one of the best support groups in helping us establish a presence in China. "

Jung Suh

Remedy Entertainment Ltd.
"Remedy is proud to be a part of the IGDA. It is our pleasure and privilege to exchange ideas and to benefit from the wealth of knowledge."

Matias Myllyrinne, Business and Finance Director

Revelation Interactive
"Revelation Interactive believes that the IGDA provides a valuable resource for networking, support, and the growth of the game development community."

Dennis Mathews, CEO

Rovio Mobile Ltd.
"As a quality game developer we want to give our employees the access to IGDA network. We stand fully behind the IGDA community. "

Janne Ahonen, Head of Studio

Santa Cruz Games LLC
"What binds us together is our common love for the art and science of the video game. What better forum than IGDA? We anticipate the increased presence of a unified game creation community, and look forward to a positive information exchange with our fellow developers."

Mike Parisi, Artist Designer

Savage Entertainment, LLC
"The IGDA provides an industry-wide forum for individuals and teams to communicate and learn from each other. In addition, the IGDA supports independent developers, providing services critical to the start-up process. Participating in the Studio Affiliation Program is a great way for us to encourage our team to take an active part in the development of our industry."

Chacko Sonny, CFO/Project Lead/Digital Artist

Schell Games LLC
"The IGDA is the primary communication and support network for small studios and independent developers. Schell Games is proud to help support this incredible organization."

Jesse Schell, CEO

Secret Level Inc.
"Just as games get more complex and challenging every year, so too does game development. An organization like the IGDA is incredibly valuable to studios like Secret Level as we face these challenges and strive to create the most beautiful, exciting, and fun games we can. Secret Level is very proud to stand beside these great developers as an IGDA Studio Affiliate."

Reeve S. Thompson, VP of Studio Operations

Sega of America, Inc.
"SEGA believes that the IGDA is a key component in our quest to continue the drive for innovation in game development. SEGA whole heartedly supports the IGDA's efforts to bring disparate elements of the industry together, as a community, to grow our still young industry and art form."

Noah Musler, Business Development Manager

Shiny Entertainment
"The IGDA continues to represent and redefine our industry in an increasingly more complex marketplace. They ask the tough questions and go to bat on the issues that affect us all."

Michael "Saxs" Persson, Studio Head

Slingo
"We respect the IGDA because the games industry was built on the backs of the independent game developer. Slingo is proud to be a part of an organization that supports the dreams of talented minds everywhere"

Eric Lamendola, Director of Operations

Stratogon Entertainment Corp.
"As an indy developer we at Stratogon can only benefit from a community of knowledgeable industry veterans, that freely exchange support amongst one another."

Mark Bradshaw, Director of Development

Sumea
"Even the most seasoned pro can learn from his or her peers. By joining the IGDA we want to ensure that our rapidly expanding team has ever deeper knowledge of game development and the industry around it."

Lasse Seppänen, Head of Studio

Tencent Boston
"IGDA is an unsung hero of our industry. They provide us with a forum to learn, grow, network and share. The organization and the many volunteers and people who give tirelessly have made us stronger and more professional. We are proud supporters of this group. Thank you, IGDA."

Jeff Goodsill, Vice President and General Manager

Teravision Games
"In Teravision Games we don't really HAVE to WORK, we strongly believe in the following philosophy: "the day you really enjoy your job will be the last day you will have to work" and now as IGDA members we hope to continue living this way for a long time and become more active participants in the gaming community."

Felix Maldifassi, President/ Business Development Manager

TFPSoft, LLC
"The work of the IGDA makes life better for everyone. From providing invaluable research and information on important topics like Quality of Life to supporting communities such as Women in Game Development, the IGDA helps our industry to grow in a positive way. TFPSoft is proud to support the IGDA."

Lisa R. Carter, Owner

The Collective, Inc.
"The IGDA does a great job at bringing game developers together. In times of increasing development complexity, their role will become even more important to industry-wide knowledge sharing."

Nathan Hunt, Studio Head

TimeGate Studios
"TimeGate is proud to join the IGDA as a Studio Affiliate. IGDA's commitment to advancing the industry as a whole reflects and supports TimeGate's vision of nurturing and improving the skills of the most talented developers to create the best games possible."

Adel Chaveleh, CEO/President

TRACK7 GAMES
"We are Independent, we are Gamers, we are Developers and we like to Associate!!!! What better place for us?"

Teddy Triantafillis, Director of Marketing and Sales

tri-Ace Inc.
"Now, game development requires a lot of people and a wide variety of knowledge or techniques compared with the past. And we can't make a game with one person. So we think that a relationship between game developers is important for creating a good game. That's why we are here."

Yoshiharu Gotanda, CEO & CTO

Ubisoft
"Being part of a dynamic, international and professional organization encourages challenges and motivation. With its numerous special interest groups and local chapters around the world, the IGDA is the best forum for our developers to discuss the industry's most important issues and creative challenges. Ubisoft and the IGDA focus on a core value: Get the best creative talents to increase the strength of our industry. We believe that sharing point of view, knowledge and experiences allow us to pursue our objective to build and develop the video game industry."

Yannis Mallat, CEO

Valve
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Gabe Newell, Managing Director

Venan Entertainment
"It is a privilege for our studio to join the creative and business leaders of our growing industry to play a part in making it stronger."

Philip Taksen, President

Vicarious Visions
"As the only professional association specifically addressing the needs of game developers, IGDA provides an invaluable service to the game development community. We're delighted to participate in the IGDA Studio Affiliation program, both as a way to encourage the active involvement of our own team, as well as to provide support that allows broader participation by others in the community."

Karthik Bala, CEO

ViperScorpion Interactive
"We bite you, and then sting you in the same place that we just bit you."

Tim Honker, Producer/Designer/Co-Founder

Vogster Entertainment
"The IGDA is a unique organization, which provides guidance and great support for game developers. We are very proud and pleased to be part of the IGDA community. Together we can grow the gaming industry throughout the World."

Gary Mostovoy, VP/Executive Manager

Wendigo Studios
"As a new company in the industry, IGDA's community was a key factor in easing our integration into the game development sector. White papers and special interest groups enabled us to obtain tons of information necessary for a startup. We also got a warm welcome from veteran IGDA members who were willing to share their wisdom with us. For all this, it was well worth joining this great community."

Eric Trudel, CEO

White Bear BV | Witan Studio's
"Everyone can make a game; the question is who can finish a quality game in time. IGDA is THE network for professional game developers. "

Micha van der Meer, Managing Director

Worldwide Biggies
"Worldwide Biggies is a digital entertainment company with a mission to bring TV-quality production value and storytelling to the world of games – and new levels of interactivity and involvement to TV, toys and movies. Our team is a mix of successful media veterans and talented producers and game developers who have come together to create innovative new forms of entertainment. We are proud to be part of the IGDA and the important, growing game community."

Albie Hecht, CEO

XGen Studios Inc.
"As an independent casual game developer, XGen Studios proudly supports the IGDA in its encouragement of global community and achievement of universal goals within the game industry. The IGDA enables disparate groups of developers to benefit from each other's experiences and to communicate as a cohesive unit with external organizations."

Skye J.W. Boyes, CEO

Zeppelin Design - 3D Division
"Life is a game and we're both its designers and players. The 3DDivision team is glad to be part of a collective effort aiming to push on the limits of the GAME, under the IGDA umbrella."

Adrian Nen, Co-founder and Creative Director