An independent game studio based in Staffordshire partnered with randd to identify R&D within their software development and creative production processes.
Known for producing original, imaginative games that stand out in a competitive market, the studio combines artistic creativity with technical excellence. Their projects explore new gameplay mechanics, interactive design, and mobile optimisation — challenging industry conventions to create engaging digital experiences.
Through the randd team’s expertise, the company successfully captured innovation within its programming, prototyping, and software development. This included refining in-house tools, streamlining production pipelines, and introducing new rendering techniques. The resulting claim delivered a strong sector return, allowing the studio to reinvest in staff, equipment, and new IP development.
The Head of Online Delivery reflected on the value of the process, commenting:
“R&D tax credits have definitely helped the business. We’re a small business, so financially anything saved is good because anything we make is reinvested into the business. It’s gone into hiring more people, growing the team. Some of these tax credits will help us to expand; it’s definitely helped our business to grow.”

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