11bit

11bit, commonly known as 11bit studios, is a Polish video game developer and publisher based in Warsaw. Founded in 2009, the company develops its own titles and also publishes games from other studios, with a focus on projects that explore narrative depth, social themes, and meaningful player choices.

Its breakout titles include This War of Mine (2014), a survival game that follows civilians in a besieged city and is noted for its somber mood and moral decision making. Frostpunk (2018) is a city-building survival game that examines the costs of civilization, societal decisions, and resource management. Both games achieved critical and commercial success and helped establish 11bit’s reputation for ambitious, thought-provoking gameplay.

Beyond its in-house releases, 11bit operates as a publisher, bringing games from external developers to PC and console platforms. The company collaborates with partners around the world and distributes content through major digital storefronts, contributing to the broader independent games ecosystem in Central Europe and to the visibility of non-traditional storytelling within the medium.

11bit has received recognition in the game industry, with various awards and nominations for its projects and a track record of sustaining an independent development and publishing label in a competitive market. The studio’s work is often characterized by a emphasis on narrative depth, social commentary, and innovative design within the survival and strategy genres.