International brands
Surrey has firmly established itself as a pivotal centre in the global gaming ecosystem, attracting home-grown and international game studios with its vibrant blend of creative talent, cutting-edge technology, and a supportive community. As a beacon of innovation and excellence, Surrey offers a fertile ground for studios looking to innovate, expand, and thrive.
UK Tax Incentives
The Video Games Expenditure Credit in the UK is a significant incentive for video game companies, making the country an attractive destination for both established studios and start-ups. This financial incentive is designed to support the UK’s video game development industry by reducing the cost of producing games.
Video Games Expenditure CreditUniversity for the Creative Arts
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) in Surrey is renowned for its strong emphasis on creative digital industries, including video games. The university offers specialised programs that focus on game design, animation, and digital arts, preparing students for a dynamic career in the gaming industry. UCA’s curriculum is designed to nurture creativity and technical skills, encouraging students to explore innovative approaches to game development.
University for the Creative Arts
Games and Innovation Nexus (GAIN)
Supported by the University of Surrey, the University of Warwick, and the University for the Creative Arts (UCA), in conjunction with key partners and investors including Surrey County Council the GAIN project, which will deploy £2.3m of funding to address industry challenges by connecting University researchers with games companies with challenges to solve connecting the Surrey and Leamington games clusters investing in an innovation ecosystem, including a new Games Innovation Zone at Surrey, and a town centre incubation centre at UCA Farnham, that support games innovation commercialisation.
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Surrey's games resources
Surrey Is Proudly Home To
Electronic Arts
DPS Games
Supermassive Games
Larian Studios
Stella Entertainment
Sledgehammer Games
Fuse Games
Two Point Studios
Epic Games
Media Molecule
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