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Alongside listening to podcasts and watching movies, many local people from Toronto, and around the world, enjoy playing video games in their spare time. It’s been a popular pastime for decades, although the industry has come on leaps and bounds in more recent times, thanks to some seriously impressive innovations. In fact, even some of Toronto’s very own companies are impacting the space.
Despite the competitive nature of this lucrative area of entertainment, some of Toronto’s major players are making waves with their own unmissable gaming releases. Alongside the appeal of popular products like online craps and Fortnite, Canada’s finest games are standing out from the crowd. Additionally, some companies have ambitious plans to dominate in the future, while others are in the early stages of an exciting journey in an industry that continues to grow, and gaming becomes even more accessible to the masses.
Many local people in Toronto might not even be aware of some of these big gaming-related organizations that specialize in producing magical gaming products that entertain gamers around the world. So, without further ado, below we highlight just some of them and the work they’re currently doing in an industry that’s projected to bring in nearly $189 billion in revenue this year.
Big Viking Games
With a studio in the city of Toronto and London, England, Big Viking Games is clearly looking to spread its name further. The company is certainly succeeding in doing so, with many gamers knowing exactly who they are, given some undoubted success stories from their catalogue, including YoWorld. Mainly offering the types of mobile and social games, players can have sessions on the move, Big Viking Games is shining.
Ubisoft
A major player in the space, Ubisoft is behind some truly iconic gaming releases. And while it’s actually a French video game publisher, the company has branched out to have large offices in the city. Called Ubisoft Toronto, this particular studio is responsible for hit titles like Far Cry 5 and Watch Dogs Legion, plus a whole host of other much-loved releases.
Cococucumber
A name you’ll probably struggle to forget, Cococucumber is an independent games developer with a strong team of talented employees who have been producing top-notch gaming titles since 2013. The company was founded by Vanessa Chia and Martin Gauvreau and it tends to provide action-adventure and role-playing games for gaming communities to play.
Rockstar
Similar in many respects to Ubisoft, Rockstar’s dominance in the gaming space has seen them open studios in a number of foreign territories, including Toronto. While their main base is in New York City, Rockstar Toronto has big influence on their various projects, including iconic releases like Grand Theft Auto V. A gaming giant many players are aware of due to other hit products like Max Payne 3, Rockstar’s presence in Toronto can only be a good thing given just how massive the company is.
Blue Isle Studios
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Working out of Toronto, Blue Isle Studios is growing. This video game developer and publisher’s office can be found in the heart of downtown Toronto, with experienced workers and bright sparks joining forces to release some unbeatable adventures. Hit products from the company include Slender: The Eight Pages, Citadel: Forged With Fire, and LEAP.
Game Hive
A company in direct competition with the aforementioned Big Viking Games, Game Hive develops entertaining mobile games to dip in and out of. Since 2009, this Toronto-based independent studio has been enjoying steady growth, particularly following the success of the Tap Titans series. Overall, Game Hive is definitely a name to keep tabs on if you’re fascinated by this alluring area of entertainment.
