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Top 10 Biggest Video Game Companies of All Time

August 26, 2021 By Sourav

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Video games are an amazing addiction for millions of people. With an increase in the number of video gaming companies, the number of games that are designed and produced every year is also increasing. The companies that fulfill their user’s needs stand as the most popular choice for obvious reasons. And, here are the 10 Biggest Video Game Companies of All Time.

 

Biggest Video Game Companies of All Time

Each day video games are becoming more and more advanced. In this world of advancement, closure is not an option…neither is staying stagnant for a long time. People eventually grow out of the older video games and crave more high-definition games and better graphics.

 

10. Square Enix

 

At number 10 in this list of 10 biggest video game companies of all time, we have Square Enix. The headquarter of this video game company is situated in Tokyo and the company is based in Japan.

It is known for its amazing video games as well as anime, books, magazines, and also motion pictures. It is a collaboration between two companies that were founded differently but later came together.

The company named Square was formed in 1983, while Enix was formed in 1975. In 2003 they collaborated and became Square Enix Co. Ltd. Yasuhiro Fukushima is the honorary chairman of this company. 

 

9. Konami

 

At number 9 in this list of biggest video game companies of all time, we have Konami. This gaming company on this list is one of the Wonderful Video Game Companies 2021.

This company not only produces video games but is also known for the entertainment Industry and Casinos. Besides, they also recently invested in Health and Fitness. 

This company was also founded in Japan. On 21st March 1969, Konami became an official company, which made it 51 years old as of today. The headquarters of this company is based in Tokyo, Japan. However, they serve worldwide. 

 

8. Ubisoft 

 

At number 8 in this list of biggest video game companies of all time, we have Ubisoft. Founders established the first office of this company around 34 years ago in Carentoir, France.

There were 5 founders and the headquarters are still in France. This gaming company has produced loads of amazing video games namely Assasin’s Creed, Far cry as well as Prince of Persia. 

This company is also famous for producing games like Tom Clancy’s ghost recon and Tom Clancy's splinter cell. Ubisoft already made its name for producing several great superhero-themed video games. 

 

7. Electronic Arts 

 

At number 7 in this list of biggest video game companies of all time, we have Electronic Arts.

Also popularly known as EA, this company has given gamers amazing gifts over and over again. Recently they launched FIFA 20, which blew gamers’ minds. 

This company has its headquarter situated in Redwood City, California. Currently, Larry Probst is the chairman and Andrew Wilson is the CEO. 

 

6. Namco Bandai 

 

At number 6 in this list of the biggest video game companies of all time, we have Namco Bandai. Similar to Square Enix, this company also started as a collaboration of two companies founded separately. 

Bandai was founded 70 years ago on July 5^th in the year of 1950.

And, Namco was founded 65 years ago on June 1^st in the year of 1955. In 2014 they became a gaming company and then later gradually developed to  Bandai Namco entertainment. 

 

5. Activision Blizzard

 

At number 5 in this list of the biggest video game companies of all time, we have Activision Blizzard.

This is a gaming as well as an entertaining company based in Santa Monica, California. 

It was founded in the year 2008, so it is comparatively new. With Brian Kelly as the chairman and Bobby Kotick as CEO, this company is going places. 

 

4. SEGA 

 

At number 4 in this list of the biggest video game companies of all time, we have SEGA. Not many of you know, but SEGA is actually short for Service Games.

This company was founded in 1960, and as of today, it is 60 years old. Initially, the founders started it as Nihon Goraku Bussan. 

This one is a Japanese multinational gaming company. With a wide range of products such as arcade games, arcade system games, video gaming consoles, and also mobile games, this company is known for its versatility.

 

3. Nintendo

 

At number 3 in this list of biggest video game companies of all time, we have Nintendo. Initially, founders established this company as Nintendo Karuta co. Ltd. This company is 130 years old and that says a lot about its consistency as a gaming company. 

The founder of this company Fusajiro Yamauchi must be very proud of his company today. 

The headquarters are located in Kyoto, Japan but they serve people worldwide. Nintendo is almost like a legacy company right now. 

 

2. Microsoft  Studios 

 

At number 2 in this list of biggest video game companies of all time, we have Microsoft Studios. For those who don't know, Microsoft Studios is the video game production unit of Microsoft.

This studio now exclusively publishes various games for one of the best gaming consoles, Xbox. Phil Spencer is the head of Microsoft Studios. 

Shannon Loftis is the General Manager of First Party Publishing and Larry Hyrb is the director of programming for Xbox Live. For years, Microsoft studio has been an amazing media company to deliver entertainment for its users and they are continuing to do so. 

 

1. Sony Computer Entertainment

 

At number 1 in this list of biggest video game companies of all time, we have Sony Computer Entertainment. This company now also became famous as Sony interactive entertainment Inc. or Sony Network Entertainment.

It is a multinational entertainment company that develops games, as well as gaming products such as consoles. The headquarters are in San Mateo, California. 

Andrew House is the President and Global CEO of this company and Shawn Layden is the chairman of Sony worldwide studios. They have produces multiple bestselling gaming consoles such as PlayStation.

 

Final Words

These were the biggest video game companies of all time. All of these are great in their fields and have the potential to be better. There are millions of other small video game companies that are looking for recognition and maybe in the new year, they will emerge as the new face of the gaming industry. Hope you enjoyed reading this list. Leave your suggestions as well as valuable comments below.

 

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