Peliyhtiöt

Peliyhtiöt are firms that operate in the gaming industry. In Finnish usage, the term covers companies that develop, publish, and distribute games for entertainment, education, or professional training, as well as publishers and distributors of digital games. The category includes developers of PC, console, and mobile games, as well as studios that license their IP to other publishers. While the core focus is on entertainment software, some peliyhtiöt may also be involved in gambling- or chance-based games depending on licensing and market.

Most peliyhtiöt engage in several activities: game design and programming, art and audio production, quality assurance, and localization for multiple markets, as well as ongoing live operations for online titles. Revenue models vary and typically include direct game sales, in-app purchases, subscriptions, advertising, and licensing arrangements with platforms or publishers. Distribution occurs through digital storefronts such as Steam, App Store, and Google Play, as well as through console networks and direct publishing deals.

In Finland, the gaming industry is a notable export sector with a growing international footprint. The country hosts a mix of large studios and a vibrant indie scene, supported by education and research institutions, as well as government and industry programs that foster software development, innovation, and entrepreneurship in gaming.

Notable Finnish peliyhtiöt include Rovio Entertainment, Remedy Entertainment, Supercell, Next Games, and Housemarque. The sector is characterized by collaboration with global publishers and distributors and a focus on mobile and live-service games, as well as on engine development and technical innovation.