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Overview
Next Level Games develops console and handheld video games, operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of Nintendo. Its products are games released on Nintendo platforms, created through close collaboration with Nintendo to bring popular characters and franchises to life. The company stands out through its long-standing partnership with Nintendo, enabling deep access to Nintendo IPs and a history of well-received, franchise-aligned titles. Its goal is to deliver engaging, high-quality gaming experiences for players worldwide while continuing to expand Nintendo’s franchise lineup.
About Next Level Games
Industries
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Luigi's Mansion 2 HD sales extend a durable Nintendo evergreen back catalog.
- Nintendo's ownership keeps funding secure through 2026, avoiding publisher and financing risk.
- Vancouver-based expertise in family-friendly action games matches Nintendo's recurring franchise needs.
What critics are saying
- Nintendo controls portfolio assignment, reducing Next Level Games' negotiating power and creative autonomy.
- No public new IP pipeline exists; franchise recycling limits talent attraction by 2026.
- If Nintendo shifts work elsewhere, Next Level Games becomes a support studio with shrinking relevance.
What makes Next Level Games unique
- Nintendo owns Next Level Games outright since March 2021, guaranteeing first-party access.
- Luigi's Mansion 2 HD shipped June 27, 2024, extending a proven revival franchise.
- Mario Strikers: Battle League launched June 10, 2022, showing reliable sports-franchise execution.
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Company News
Nintendo and developer Next Level Games have officially announced "Luigi's Mansion 2 HD" for a summer 2024 launch.
Vancouver-based Next Level Games are releasing a 2nd free content update for their wacky sports game released earlier this year, published by Nintendo.
Next Level Games is also currently working on a action-platfomer sequel, aptly named Remote Life 2: Fearless.
Publisher Nintendo and developer NExt Level Games have released an overview trailer and new screenshots for Mario Strikers: Battle League.
Douglas Tronsgard, Ex-CEO and co-founder of Next Level Games announced his retirement on social platform LinkedIn.
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About Next Level Games
Industries
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Vancouver, Canada
Founded
2002
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