Peliyhtiöiden

Peliyhtiöiden is the Finnish term for companies engaged in the creation, publishing, and distribution of video games and other interactive entertainment media. The word peliyhtiöiden is the genitive plural form of peliyhtiö (game company) in Finnish, used to indicate “of game companies” or “the game companies’ sector.”

Industry scope includes independent studios, publishers, and platform operators. Core activities cover game design and software development, art and audio production, quality assurance, localization, marketing, and ongoing post-launch support such as updates and downloadable content.

Finland has a notable game industry with internationally known studios such as Rovio Entertainment, Supercell, Remedy Entertainment, and Fingersoft, among others. Peliyhtiöiden range from small indie teams to large multinational groups, producing a variety of mobile, PC, and console games.

Economically, peliyhtiöiden contribute to export revenue, technological skill development, and regional employment. The sector benefits from a strong startup ecosystem, access to talent from Finnish universities, and collaboration with research institutions, as well as ties to broader digital media industries.

Regulation and standards: video games in Finland are subject to European consumer and data protection rules and are commonly rated by the PEGI system, with ESRB and other rating systems used for non-European markets. Distribution and monetization follow platform policies from Apple App Store, Google Play, Steam, and other marketplaces.

Trends and challenges: the industry has shifted toward mobile and live-service titles, emphasizing user engagement, microtransactions, and cross-border distribution. The sector faces talent shortages, competition from larger studios, and the need to balance creative independence with investment and scalable growth.