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Cloud Imperium Games
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Cloud Imperium Games

Cloud Imperium Games

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Cloud Imperium Games, an American indie studio, pioneers in delivering AAA experiences and creators of the crowd-funded title, Star Citizen.

HQ
Los Angeles, CA, US
Founded
2012
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Cloud Imperium Games, founded by Chris Roberts, is an American independent game studio focused on delivering AAA gaming experiences outside the traditional publisher system. The company is currently developing "Star Citizen," a groundbreaking crowd-funded space trading and combat simulation game, alongside "Squadron 42," a single-player narrative-driven experience set within the same universe. Cloud Imperium Games aims to push the boundaries of immersive storytelling and visual fidelity in the gaming industry.

Notable figures associated with Cloud Imperium Games include Chris Roberts, the visionary director behind the project, and writers such as Dave Haddock and Will Weissbaum. The company has achieved significant milestones, including record-breaking crowdfunding efforts that have garnered widespread attention. Cloud Imperium's innovative approach and ambitious projects have made a substantial impact on the gaming community, setting new standards for independent game development and player engagement.

Cloud Imperium Games - Quick Facts

When was Cloud Imperium Games founded?

Cloud Imperium Games was founded in 2012.

Where is Cloud Imperium Games' headquarters located?

Cloud Imperium Games' headquarters is located in Los Angeles, CA, US.

When was Cloud Imperium Games' last funding round?

Cloud Imperium Games' most recent funding round was for $17.3M (USD) in March 2020.

How much has Cloud Imperium Games raised to-date?

As of Mar 27, 2020, Cloud Imperium Games has raised a total of $180.9M (USD).

How many employees does Cloud Imperium Games have?

Cloud Imperium Games has 604 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Cloud Imperium Games - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Technology
  • AR VR
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Video Games
Tags
  • Gaming
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
ISIC
  • 6201Computer programming activities
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NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives
  • 7371Computer Programming Services