Company Research Report: Shiro Games
Company Overview
- Name: Shiro Games
- Mission of the Company: Shiro Games strives to create great games and bring fantastic worlds to life. The company values bold decision-making, excellence, and continuous improvement by creating an environment where diverse perspectives are encouraged.
- Founded: 2012
- Founders: Sebastien Vidal and Nicolas Cannasse
- Key People:
- Sebastien Vidal (Co-founder)
- Nicolas Cannasse (Co-founder)
- Headquarters: Bordeaux, France
- Number of Employees: Approximately 70
- Revenue: No information is available
- Known For: Shiro Games is known for developing popular games such as Evoland, Northgard, and Darksburg.
Products
Overview
Shiro Games is recognized for its diverse game offerings that include RPGs and strategy games.
List of Notable Products
1. Evoland (2013)
- Description: Evoland is an action-adventure game that depicts the history of RPGs, taking players through the evolution of classic adventure gaming.
- Key Features: Progression through eras of gaming graphics and gameplay mechanics.
2. Evoland 2: A Slight Case of Spacetime Continuum Disorder (2015)
- Description: Sequel to Evoland, offering more complex gameplay and a storyline that dives into different ages of video gaming.
- Key Features: Multiple gameplay styles, diverse environments, and a rich story.
3. Northgard (Released fully in March 2018)
- Description: A viking-themed real-time strategy (RTS) game where players control clan tribes to master land battles, resource management, and community building.
- Key Features: 2.5 million sales, rich strategic gameplay, clan differentiation.
4. Darksburg (September 2020)
- Description: A cooperative roguelite action game focusing on surviving through waves of enemies.
- Key Features: Cooperative gameplay, roguelite mechanics.
5. Wartales (Released April 2023)
- Description: Open world RPG that challenges players to explore, fight, and manage a mercenary band in a medieval setting.
- Key Features: Expansive open-world exploration, strategic combat mechanics.
6. Dune: Spice Wars (Released September 2023)
- Description: A 4X strategy game set in the iconic DUNE universe, focusing on resource control and hegemony.
- Key Features: Deep strategic elements set on the desert planet of Arrakis, intense multiplayer elements.
Recent Developments
Game Updates and New Releases
- Northgard Bifrost Update (October 3)
- Ninth major free update bringing new roads, realms, and battles.
- Wartales The Pits DLC (August 26)
- Introduction of Blackmarket Pit fights within the game.
- Northgard Clan of the Hounds (May 30)
- New clan addition, "Garm, the Hounds" adding unique gameplay elements.
- Wartales The Tavern Opens DLC (April 18)
- New tavern feature allowing players to interact in a different game environment.
- Dune: Spice Wars House Vernius of Ix DLC (March 7)
- First DLC for Dune: Spice Wars featuring House Vernius.
- Wartales Pirates of Belerion DLC (December 14, 2023)
- A game update focusing on seafaring and pirate elements.
- Northgard Clan of the Owl (December 7, 2023)
- New clan "Vordr, the Owl" added to Northgard.
- Dune: Spice Wars Full Launch (September 14, 2023)
- Culmination of early access with full release showcasing refined gameplay.
Partnerships and Collaborations
- Shiro Unlimited Publishing Label: Shiro Games launched their publishing label "Shiro Unlimited," based on their decade-long experience, to help smaller development teams produce high-quality projects.
Corporate Initiatives
- Equality Index 2023: Scored 86/100, reflecting commitment to gender equality, fair recruitment practices, and transparent compensation policies aimed at promoting diversity and mutual respect.
Additional Information
- Hiring Initiatives: Shiro Games is actively expanding its team, inviting talented individuals to join its dynamic and innovative environment.
This company report provides a detailed overview of Shiro Games based on the available data, focusing on its history, products, recent developments, and company ethos.
