Game company profile: Codemasters
Codemasters is a renowned British video game developer and publisher, best known for its expertise in creating racing games. Founded in 1986 by Richard and David Darling, Codemasters is headquartered in Southam, Warwickshire, England.
In its early years, Codemasters developed various hit games for platforms like the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Amstrad CPC. The company was also known for its budget-friendly "Codemasters Plus" series of games.
In 2021, Codemasters was acquired by Electronic Arts (EA) for approximately $1.2 billion. The acquisition allowed EA to strengthen its sports and racing portfolio.
Based in:
United KingdomFounded by:
Richard Darling, David Darling
Established in:
1986
Closed in:
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