Digital Extremes
Digital Extremes is a Canadian video game developer based in London, Ontario, founded in 1993 by James Schmalz. The company gained early recognition with the shareware hit *Epic Pinball* and co-created the influential *Unreal* series in collaboration with Epic Games, which includes titles like *Unreal Tournament* and *Unreal Championship*. These games have collectively sold over 10-15 million units worldwide. Today, Digital Extremes is best known for *Warframe*, a free-to-play online action game that has achieved significant success and a large player base. The company employs over 450 staff and fosters a creative studio culture focused on innovation and collaboration. Digital Extremes develops games primarily for PC and consoles, emphasizing high-quality graphics and community engagement. Its commitment to a community-first approach allows them to actively involve players in shaping game development and updates.
Work at Digital Extremes in HR or recruiting? Claim this page
Headcount trend
Digital Extremes went from 380 employees in Jul 2023 to 422 in Jun 2025. Last 6 months: 36 people joined, 4 left.
Org structure
Headcount by department
Hiring now
See all jobsPeer reviews
Worked with someone at Digital Extremes?
Anonymous peer reviews on OffTheRecord
Similar companies
Digital Extremes FAQ
How many employees does Digital Extremes have?
Digital Extremes has about 422 employees, up 3.9% over the last 3 months (as of Jun 2025).
What is Digital Extremes's revenue per employee?
Digital Extremes makes about $83K in revenue per employee, based on $35M annual revenue and 422 employees.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles. Updated 21 Oct 2026.