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Trophy Games

Games & Interactive
Open roles
0
Founded
2006
Employees
51-200
Offices
1

About Trophy Games

Trophy Games is a Danish game developer and publisher founded in Copenhagen in 2006. Its work centers on multiplayer strategy, management and tycoon simulations for mobile devices, PC and web browsers. The company builds games around real-world interests, from running football clubs to managing aviation, transport, logistics, agriculture and energy businesses.

The studio began with browser-based sports management games and subsequently expanded across platforms. Its early releases established a foundation in persistent management experiences, where players develop teams, make strategic decisions and compete over time. That approach remains central to its broader simulation portfolio.

Development and publishing

Trophy Games combines internal game development with publishing and the acquisition of established games and intellectual property. Its capabilities span engineering, distribution, live operations, community support, performance marketing and user acquisition. The business supports games beyond their initial release through ongoing operation and portfolio development.

A significant expansion followed the acquisition of Danish developer Xombat in April 2021. Xombat’s operations and intellectual property were integrated into the Copenhagen studio, providing a foundation for a transport-focused simulation series. The company subsequently broadened its management themes to include maritime shipping, rail networks, trucking, farming and power infrastructure.

The publishing portfolio also extends beyond transport and sports. Acquisitions have brought train tycoon games, action role-playing runners and animal-care simulations into the business. These additions reflect a strategy that combines developing new titles with maintaining and expanding acquired catalogs.

Growth and collaboration

Trophy Games completed its initial public offering on Nasdaq First North Growth Market Denmark in April 2021. Its subsequent expansion has included portfolio acquisitions and publishing collaborations, alongside continued internal development.

In September 2026, the company acquired French developer Playrion from Paradox Interactive, extending the group’s aviation-management interests. Playrion continues to operate independently, while Trophy Games’ own primary development and corporate activities remain centered in Copenhagen. This structure combines an integrated Danish development operation with publishing activities and independently operated acquired businesses.

More about Trophy Games

Leadership and governance

  • Søren Gleie is CEO and a co-founder. Daniel Luun leads Trophy Games Publishing and is part of group leadership.
  • The report identifies Jan Dal Lehrmann and René Eghammer as board members, alongside independent members Pernille Nørkær, Johan Eile and Asbjørn Malte Søndergaard. Søndergaard, CEO and founder of Tactile Games, joined the board in April 2026.

Production methods and monetization

The transport simulation portfolio uses a repeatable framework and shared codebase across titles. Its monetization combines in-app purchases with advertising optimization, including work with Yodo1.

Workplace and infrastructure

The company describes an emphasis on workplace sustainability, low employee turnover and renewable energy for server infrastructure. These are company-described practices rather than independently verified employee experiences.

Publishing collaboration

Trophy Games co-published The Ranchers with RedPilz Studio for its July 2026 Early Access release.

Notable credits

22 credits
  • Airline Manager 4
  • Truck Manager
  • Farm Manager
  • Train Manager
  • Shipping Manager
  • Energy Manager
  • Transit King Tycoon
  • Tiny Rails
  • Trophy Manager
  • Football Management Ultra (FM Ultra)
  • Pro 11 – Football Manager Game
  • Women's Soccer Manager (WSM)
  • Futuball – Future Football Manager Game
  • FIVE
  • Horse World: Show Jumping
  • Pet World: My Animal Hospital
  • Cat Rescue Story
  • Kung Fu Z
  • Dash Quest
  • Dash Quest 2
  • Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Soul Arena
  • The Ranchers (co-publisher)

Offices

Where Trophy Games is based

1 location
  • Copenhagen office

    Headquarters
    Mikkel Bryggers Gade 4, 2. sal, 1460 Copenhagen K, DenmarkCopenhagen, Denmark
    About this office

    Global corporate headquarters and primary studio for game design, development, live operations, marketing and executive management. Xombat's operations are integrated into this studio.

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