Overview
Games with attitude. Devolver Digital emerged as indie publishing’s most distinctive voice—their E3 presentations mock corporate gaming; their catalogue favours style, violence, and creative risk. From Hotline Miami’s neon ultraviolence to Inscryption’s meta-horror, Devolver champions games that wouldn’t exist under traditional publishing. The company proves marketing can have personality.
Fast facts
- Founded: 2009.
- Founders: Mike Wilson, Harry Miller, others.
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Identity: Anti-corporate, creative-first.
Notable publications
| Title | Year | Developer |
|---|
| Hotline Miami | 2012 | Dennaton Games |
| Broforce | 2015 | Free Lives |
| Enter the Gungeon | 2016 | Dodge Roll |
| Katana ZERO | 2019 | Askiisoft |
| Inscryption | 2021 | Daniel Mullins |
| Cult of the Lamb | 2022 | Massive Monster |
Marketing approach
| Method | Expression |
|---|
| E3 presentations | Satirical, violent |
| Social media | Irreverent tone |
| Trailers | Stylish, distinctive |
| Brand identity | Anti-corporate |
Publishing philosophy
| Principle | Practice |
|---|
| Developer-first | Creative freedom |
| Style matters | Distinctive games |
| Risk tolerance | Unconventional titles |
| Fair deals | Developer-friendly terms |
Devolver Bootleg
| Experiment | Result |
|---|
| Game jam parodies | Self-aware humour |
| Cheap price | Marketing stunt |
| Industry commentary | Publishing satire |
E3 presentations
| Year | Theme |
|---|
| 2017 | Corporate satire debut |
| 2018 | Loot box parody |
| 2019 | Streaming future |
| 2021 | NFT mockery |
See also