Company Research Report: Playkot
Company Overview
- Name: Playkot
- Mission: No information is available.
- Founded: June 2009
- Founders: Sasha Pavlov and Oleg
- Key People:
- Sasha Pavlov (Co-founder)
- Daria Volodina (SuperCity game designer)
- Roman Zorin (Warzone game designer, Age of Magic producer)
- Ivan Grigorev (Developer, SuperCity Mobile producer)
- Anton Shelestov (Knights producer, Age of Magic project manager)
- Marina Lapaeva (HR Manager)
- Others mentioned but without specific titles linked to the current year
- Headquarters: No information is available.
- Number of Employees: Approximately 370 (as of 2023)
- Revenue: No specific revenue figures are provided.
- Known For: Developing a variety of games including SuperCity, Age of Magic, Knights, and Spring Valley
Products
SuperCity
- Description: A long-standing city-building game.
- Platform: Web and mobile.
- Key Features:
- Narrative-driven gameplay with kindness and magic.
- Expansive content developed over the years.
Age of Magic
- Description: A midcore fantasy RPG battler with a complex universe.
- Key Features:
- Epic heroes and visual battles in a world torn apart by magic.
- High user engagement and a strong in-game economy.
Spring Valley
- Description: A farm adventure genre mobile game with story-driven gameplay.
- Key Features:
- Focuses on relationships, farming, and expeditions.
- Set in picturesque landscapes.
Knights
- Description: A game with intricate fantasy settings and unique gameplay.
- Key Features:
- Developed by combining lessons from previous projects like Warzone.
Recent Developments
- New Products Launched:
- Spring Valley: Globally launched in April 2022, bringing a unique blend of relationships, farming, and expeditions.
- New Features: Transitioned SuperCity from Flash to HTML5, opening new platform possibilities.
- R&D Branch: Established in 2023 to facilitate rapid hypothesis testing and iterative development, focusing on real-time gameplay enhancements.
- Partnerships and Collaborations: Participated in cultural festivals and integrated market-specific features for adaptation, such as Age of Magic's launch in China.
- New Office: Established a new office in Belgrade in 2022, expanding its presence in Europe.
Summary
Playkot, since its inception in 2009, has evolved from a start-up to a prominent game development company known for its engaging games like SuperCity and Age of Magic. The company's strength lies in its innovative approach to game design and commitment to enhancing player experiences. Recently, Playkot has made significant strides with the launch of Spring Valley, expansion in Belgrade, and the establishment of an R&D department, showcasing its continuous growth and adaptability in the dynamic gaming industry.
