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- 11 bit studios S.A. is a Polish video game developer and publisher headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, founded in 2010. The company specializes in developing and publishing strategy, survival, and role-playing video games across multiple platforms, including PC and consoles. Its core products include critically acclaimed proprietary game titles such as Frostpunk and its sequel Frostpunk 2, as well as third-party games like Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault and Death Howl. Besides game development, 11 bit studios operates a publishing division managing third-party game releases. Its portfolio features a diverse range of strategy and survival games with strong narrative and atmospheric elements.
In recent years, 11 bit studios has significantly expanded its business, achieving its highest revenue in 2024 with PLN 140.54 million, driven largely by the successful launch and sales of Frostpunk 2, which sold over 590,000 copies. The company reported a net profit amid increased operational investments and has focused on launching new proprietary titles including the development of Frostpunk 1886, a platform game expansion of the Frostpunk universe. Its publishing division has ramped up activities with planned releases of Moonlighter 2 and Death Howl, reflecting a strategic refinement towards a balanced portfolio of proprietary and third-party offerings. Furthermore, 11 bit studios signed a licensing agreement with Microsoft to include several titles, including Death Howl, on the Xbox Game Pass subscription service, marking a key strategic alliance to broaden market reach.
Overall, 11 bit studios operates principally in the digital entertainment industry with a focus on game development and publishing. It targets global markets, primarily gamers interested in immersive and narrative-driven strategy and survival experiences. The company’s recent operational changes include increased investments in new game projects and strategic partnerships, along with a strengthened cash position to support continued growth and innovation within the gaming sector.