InnoGames

InnoGames

Develops mobile and online games

Overview

InnoGames is a German game developer and publisher that creates and operates mobile and online games. Its portfolio includes seven live titles and several mobile projects, with Forge of Empires, Elvenar, and Tribal Wars as flagship games. Games are free to play, with optional premium accounts that grant extra advantages. The company designs persistent, high-quality virtual worlds that connect millions of players worldwide and can be played anywhere, anytime. The product relies on ongoing development, 24/7 system monitoring, and active moderation to ensure a smooth experience and lasting engagement. InnoGames differentiates itself through a broad, globally distributed live game lineup, strong player support, and a clear focus on long-term entertainment rather than quick wins. Its goal is to provide optimal gaming gratification and continued satisfaction for all players, regardless of whether they use premium features.

About InnoGames

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Why InnoGames is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer Software

Entertainment

Gaming

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$99M

Headquarters

Hamburg, Germany

Founded

2007

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • April 27, 2026 lease of 8,200 square meters signals confidence and headcount stability.
  • December 15, 2025 Cozy Coast launch and Heroes of History PC broaden distribution.
  • September 2025 Heroes of History reached 2 million registered players in one year.

What critics are saying

  • Christian Reshöft's October 1, 2025 promotion reset execution during MTG's restructuring.
  • InnoGames now depends on a handful of aging hits, including Forge of Empires.
  • If new-title launches fail, InnoGames becomes a maintenance studio inside MTG.

What makes InnoGames unique

  • Forge of Empires and Elvenar still monetize players after more than a decade.
  • MTG's 2026 Playamp district groups InnoGames with other midcore, IAP-driven studios.
  • Hamburg headquarters, 350 employees, and live-ops discipline sustain long-running virtual worlds.

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Funding

Total Funding

$99M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

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Benefits

Paid Vacation

Sabbatical Leave

Commuter Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Company Social Events

Tuition Reimbursement

Training Programs

Professional Development Budget

Company News

Controller Nerds
Dec 7th, 2024
Heroes of History Now Available for PC

Following the game's recent release on iOS and Android, InnoGames has already introduced new content for Heroes of History.

Steel Media Ltd
Jul 1st, 2024
InnoGames appoints Sebastian Goldt as its new CMO

German mobile games developer InnoGames has appointed Sebastian Goldt as its new chief marketing officer.

Steel Media Ltd
Sep 5th, 2023
Innogames appoints Christiane Gäb as director of people and culture

Innogames appoints Christiane Gäb as director of people and culture.

GamesIndustry.biz
Jul 7th, 2022
InnoGames GmbH promoted Michael Lenz to chief analytics officer on Jan 1st 13'.

German gaming firm InnoGames has promoted Michael Lenz as its first chief analytics officer,, he originally joined the company in 2013 as head of analytics.

GamingOnPhone
Jul 5th, 2022
InnoGames GmbH hired Michael Lenz as Chief Analytics Officer on Jul 1st 22'.

With effect from July 1, 2022, Michael Lenz has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Analytics Officer (CAO) by Germany’s top mobile and online game developer and publisher InnoGames.

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