Dundee's computer games industry: an overview
Dundee's computer games sector has been much in the news recently - with the city's top games company Realtime Worlds going into administration.
Here, STV News looks at some of the prime movers and shakers in Scotland's computer games hub.
Realtime Worlds
The biggest games company in Scotland, Realtime Worlds were established in early 2002 by David Jones, who developed popular titles including Grand Theft Auto and Lemmings. At their peak, the company employed over 200 highly-skilled staff.
However, on August 17 this year they entered administration after latest release APB: All Points Bulletin failed to deliver the level of sales expected. Part of the company was rescued when their MyWorld project was purchased by an America company for an undisclosed fee.
Dynamo Games
Dynamo were formed in 2004 by Stuart Reid, Brian McNicoll and Stuart Anderson, who all met whilst studying Applied Computing at the University of Dundee. Employing around a dozen people, they develop games for mobile platforms such as the iPhone and Sony PSP.
Their best known games are the mobile versions of the popular Championship Manager football series. Their work has been recognised, with awards from industry body TIGA - with their Championship Manager games twice winning Best Mobile Game.
Cohort Studios
Formed in 2006 by Lol Scragg, Darran Thomas and Bruce McNeish, Cohort’s first project involved being contracted by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe to assist on MotorStorm for PlayStation 3.
They have continued to develop games for the Sony platform, but were forced to lay off 27 staff in August 2010. It is hoped they may be able to re-hire some of the staff if new contracts are signed.
Tag Games
Tag were formed in 2006 by a trio of industry veterans, initially concentrating on mobile gaming platforms. They have produced a series of titles for mobile phones, iPod Touch and Nintendo DSi.
Earlier this year they released their Red Ball Challenge game after signing a deal with the makers of cult TV game show Total Wipeout, presented by Richard Hammond.
Here, STV News looks at some of the prime movers and shakers in Scotland's computer games hub.
Realtime Worlds
The biggest games company in Scotland, Realtime Worlds were established in early 2002 by David Jones, who developed popular titles including Grand Theft Auto and Lemmings. At their peak, the company employed over 200 highly-skilled staff.
However, on August 17 this year they entered administration after latest release APB: All Points Bulletin failed to deliver the level of sales expected. Part of the company was rescued when their MyWorld project was purchased by an America company for an undisclosed fee.
Dynamo Games
Dynamo were formed in 2004 by Stuart Reid, Brian McNicoll and Stuart Anderson, who all met whilst studying Applied Computing at the University of Dundee. Employing around a dozen people, they develop games for mobile platforms such as the iPhone and Sony PSP.
Their best known games are the mobile versions of the popular Championship Manager football series. Their work has been recognised, with awards from industry body TIGA - with their Championship Manager games twice winning Best Mobile Game.
Cohort Studios
Formed in 2006 by Lol Scragg, Darran Thomas and Bruce McNeish, Cohort’s first project involved being contracted by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe to assist on MotorStorm for PlayStation 3.
They have continued to develop games for the Sony platform, but were forced to lay off 27 staff in August 2010. It is hoped they may be able to re-hire some of the staff if new contracts are signed.
Tag Games
Tag were formed in 2006 by a trio of industry veterans, initially concentrating on mobile gaming platforms. They have produced a series of titles for mobile phones, iPod Touch and Nintendo DSi.
Earlier this year they released their Red Ball Challenge game after signing a deal with the makers of cult TV game show Total Wipeout, presented by Richard Hammond.
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