With revenue expected to reach $220 billion in 2025, the global gaming business is still expanding at an astounding rate and showing no signs of slowing down. Behind the blockbuster games, genre-defining mechanics, and immersive worlds are the studios that make them possible. Whether you work in the industry as a publisher, investor, game developer, or simply a fan, it’s worthwhile to follow the businesses influencing its direction.
In this article, we highlight 20 of the top game development companies, from global giants to rising stars in Ukraine, one of the most vibrant and resilient gaming ecosystems in Europe.
🌍 World leaders in the gaming industry
1. Tencent Games (China)
The biggest name in the gaming industry. Publisher of Honor of Kings, owner of Riot Games (League of Legends) and Supercell (Clash of Clans), and a major shareholder in dozens of studios around the world.
2. Sony Interactive Entertainment (Japan)
Makers of the PlayStation console and developers of award-winning exclusive games such as God of War, The Last of Us, and Spider-Man.
3. Microsoft Gaming / Xbox Game Studios (USA)
Thanks to acquisitions such as Bethesda and Activision Blizzard, Microsoft is now home to Call of Duty, Elder Scrolls, Minecraft, and Halo.
4. Nintendo (Japan)
Creators of Mario, Zelda, and Pokémon. Nintendo continues to combine nostalgia with innovation through platforms such as the Switch.
5. Epic Games (USA)
Apart from Fortnite, Epic is a trailblazer in technology thanks to the Unreal Engine, which powers a ton of AAA and independent games on several platforms.
6. Valve (USA)
Studio behind Half-Life, Dota 2, and Steam, the world’s largest PC gaming marketplace.
7. Ubisoft (France)
Reputable for producing massive open-world games like Rainbow Six, Far Cry, and Assassin’s Creed, Ubisoft is still one of the top publishers in Europe.
8. Electronic Arts (EA) (USA)
Long-time player in the sports and action genre with the FIFA, Apex Legends, The Sims, and Battlefield franchises.
9. Take-Two Interactive (USA)
Parent company of 2K Games (NBA 2K, BioShock) and Rockstar Games (GTA, Red Dead Redemption).
10. CD Projekt RED (Poland)
With a global reputation for the Witcher series and Cyberpunk 2077, CDPR is still growing its impact in the narrative-driven role-playing game industry.
🇺🇦 Top Ukrainian Game Development Studios
With a robust talent pool and growing worldwide reach, Ukraine is a center for original game development and top-notch outsourcing.
11. Melior Games (Kyiv)
A full-cycle game development studio specializing in mobile, cross-platform, and multiplayer games. Melior Games creates everything from casual and hyper-casual games to complex multiplayer systems, offering 2D/3D art, animation, and game architecture under one roof. The studio is distinguished by its ingenuity, flexibility, and ability to create first-class games on time and within budget.
🧠 From concept to launch, Melior Games helps clients around the world efficiently and effectively bring their game visions to life.
12. GSC Game World (Kyiv)
Legendary for the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series, this studio helped put Ukrainian game development on the world map. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is one of the most anticipated games of the decade.
13. 4A Games (Kyiv / Malta)
Best known for the Metro series, 4A Games creates AAA-quality FPS games that are both atmospheric and technically ambitious.
14. VG Entertainment (Kyiv)
Formed by former GSC Game World developers, VG Entertainment created Survarium and is known for its focus on online shooters and post-apocalyptic settings.
15. Room 8 Studio (Kyiv)
A premier outsourcing partner for global publishers, Room 8 offers art production, co-development, and visual effects services across multiple platforms.
16. Kevuru Games (Kyiv)
Kevuru, known for its art production and full-cycle game development services, has worked with EA, Epic Games, and Lucasfilm on AAA projects.
17. Playrix Ukraine (Kharkiv and Kyiv)
As part of the larger Playrix group (creators of Gardenscapes, Homescapes), their Ukrainian division contributes to the creation of the highest-grossing puzzle and casual games in the world.
🌟 Notable Emerging and Specialized Studios
18. Supercell (Finland)
Supercell, the company behind Clash of Clans and Brawl Stars, is renowned for having tiny development teams that make a big difference.
19. miHoYo (HoYoverse) (China)
Creators of Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail, leaders in anime-style action RPGs with cross-platform play.
20. Zynga (USA)
Take-Two currently owns this massive mobile gaming company, which features popular games including FarmVille, CSR Racing, and Merge Dragons.
💬 Final Thoughts
The gaming industry in 2025 is diverse, dynamic, and global. Each company on this list plays a unique role in shaping the future of interactive entertainment.
Ukraine continues to make its mark through resilience, creativity, and world-class talent. Melior Games is proud to be a part of this story.
🚀 Work with Melior Games
Melior Games is your long-term creative and technical partner. We have the know-how, enthusiasm, and inventiveness to create any kind of game, be it a mobile casual game, a multiplayer online platform, a blockchain-based economy, or beautiful game art.
🎯 Why clients choose Melior Games:
- Proven experience with over 150 projects
- Unity engine expertise
- Proficiency in 2D/3D animation, game architecture, UI/UX, and art
- Flexible cooperation: co-development or full cycle
- Transparent, agile workflows and effective communication
Let’s create something extraordinary together.
Contact Melior Games today to create your next great game.
