The Chinese Room Overview

  • Year Founded
  • 2007

Year Founded

  • Status
  • Acquired/​Merged

  • Employees
  • 61

Employees

  • Latest Deal Type
  • Buyout/​LBO

  • Investors
  • 1

The Chinese Room General Information

Description

Developer of narrative-driven video game experiences designed to create compelling worlds and emotionally engaging stories for players. The company's games feature world-class storytelling, immersive world-building, cinematic visuals, and high-quality audio experiences, enabling players to explore rich interactive environments and discover emotionally engaging narratives.

Contact Information

Formerly Known As
Sapphire Newco
Ownership Status
Acquired/Merged
(Operating Subsidiary)
Financing Status
Venture Capital-Backed
Corporate Office
  • 4 Clarence Yard
  • Brighton and Hove
  • Brighton BN1 1GT
  • England, United Kingdom
+44 01273
Primary Industry
Entertainment Software
Parent Company
Vertical(s)
Corporate Office
  • 4 Clarence Yard
  • Brighton and Hove
  • Brighton BN1 1GT
  • England, United Kingdom
+44 01273

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The Chinese Room Valuation & Funding

Deal Type Date Amount Raised to Date Post-Val Status Stage
2. Buyout/LBO (MBO) 21-Jul-2025 Completed Generating Revenue
1. Merger/Acquisition 14-Aug-2018 Completed Generating Revenue
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The Chinese Room Former Investors (1)

Investor Name Investor Type Holding Investor Since Participating Rounds
Sumo Group Corporation Majority
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The Chinese Room FAQs

  • When was The Chinese Room founded?

    The Chinese Room was founded in 2007.

  • Where is The Chinese Room headquartered?

    The Chinese Room is headquartered in Brighton, United Kingdom.

  • What is the size of The Chinese Room?

    The Chinese Room has 61 total employees.

  • What industry is The Chinese Room in?

    The Chinese Room’s primary industry is Entertainment Software.

  • Is The Chinese Room a private or public company?

    The Chinese Room is a Private company.

  • What is The Chinese Room’s current revenue?

    The current revenue for The Chinese Room is .

  • Who are The Chinese Room’s investors?

    Sumo Group has invested in The Chinese Room.

  • When was The Chinese Room acquired?

    The Chinese Room was acquired on 21-Jul-2025.

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