Perpetual Entertainment, founded in March 2002, was an American video game developer and publisher headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specialized in developing and operating networked multiplayer games and MMORPGs, with a notable focus on titles such as Star Trek Online. Their core mission was to create engaging and immersive online gaming experiences for a global audience.
Notable figures associated with Perpetual Entertainment include its founders and key developers who contributed to the creation of its flagship games. Despite its initial promise, the company underwent a significant transition from October 2007 to February 2008, rebranding as P2 Entertainment following a transfer of assets. Although the company eventually ceased operations, its impact on the MMO genre, particularly through the development of Star Trek Online, remains a part of its legacy in the gaming industry.