Companies in PC & Console Gaming
There are 15,820 companies in PC & Console Gaming which include Roblox, Krafton, Epic Games, Take-Two Interactive, Chess. 3,186 companies in PC & Console Gaming are funded, with 1,180 having secured Series A funding. Till date, the sector has seen the creation of 20 Unicorns. United States has the most number of companies in PC & Console Gaming (3,575), followed by United Kingdom
(1,511), and then Germany (771).
2026 has seen the creation of 223 PC & Console Gaming companies. On average, the last 10 years have seen 787 new companies launched every year. Most number of PC & Console Gaming startups have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, University of California (Los Angeles) and University of Pennsylvania.
Here is a List of top companies in PC & Console Gaming
1. Roblox
Online gaming platform for developing web and mobile games. The platform enables its users to create its own games through simple drag and drop mechanisms. It has developed Roblox an action game. It generates revenue through virtual purchases in-game by the use of a virtual currency Robux. The platform follows a revenue share model for game developers.
Key facts about Roblox
- Founded Year: 2004
- Location: San Mateo (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $918M
- Investors: First Round Capital, Altos Ventures Management and 22 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series H, Jan 06, 2021, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 88/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 710 Competitors
2. Krafton
Provider of online games. It offers a variety of games like Pubg Battlegrounds, New State Mobile, and more. It also provides a platform called Krafton ID for users to access exclusive in game content and rewards. The company collaborates with companies like Microsoft Azure for gaming experiences.
Key facts about Krafton
- Founded Year: 2007
- Location: Seoul (South Korea)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $35M
- Investors: IMM Investment, Altos Ventures Management and 17 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Aug 14, 2017, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 84/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 2,432 Competitors
3. Epic Games
Digital distribution platform for desktop PC games. It offers a range of titles, including free games, mods, and DLC content. The platform features a user-friendly interface for accessing and downloading games. The company also provides online services, such as account management and support, for users and game developers.
Key facts about Epic Games
- Founded Year: 1991
- Location: Cary (United States)
- Stage: Series F
- Total Funding till date: $8.13B
- Investors: Sony, Fidelity Investments and 82 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, Feb 07, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 83/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 2,303 Competitors
Developer of interactive entertainment software, offering various games and services. The business creates and publishes titles across multiple platforms and genres. It provides ongoing content, online operations, and related offerings. The company focuses on delivering entertainment experiences to a global audience.
Key facts about Take-Two Interactive
- Founded Year: 1993
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Investors: KCM, 27th Street Capital and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Oct 07, 2022, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 77/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 717 Competitors
5. Chess
Provider of online chess games, lessons, and community features. It offers a platform for players of all skill levels to play against others, compete in tournaments, and learn from experienced instructors. The platform includes tools for improving chess skills through puzzles and lessons, as well as social features to connect with other chess enthusiasts. It aims to foster a supportive and engaging community around the game of chess.
Key facts about Chess
- Founded Year: 2005
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Seed
- Investors: General Atlantic, Endeavor and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: PE, Jun 26, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 76/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 93 Competitors
