About Top Game, Inc (TGI)
Founded in 2015, Top Games, Inc. (TGI) is an independent game development company, best known for the release of Evony: The King’s Return in 2016. This game has won numerous industry awards, including the NYX Game Awards Strategy Category Silver Award, Best MMO on Samsung’s App Store, and ranked among the top five highest-grossing games in the U.S. Evony: The King’s Return has accumulated over 200 million downloads and has generated over $300 million in annual revenue in the past two years. The team's core mission is to deliver engaging games to global players.
Diversification in Game Development
In addition to the core strategy game, Evony TKR, TGI has also expanded its portfolio to include other genres, such as match-3 puzzle games and titles with themes like magic and zombies. This shift from strategy to casual games illustrates the company’s growing diversification in game development, allowing it to cater to a wider audience. As a result, TGI is progressively embracing new gaming experiences, ensuring it remains relevant to evolving player preferences.
CEO David Guo
TGI’s CEO, David Guo, is a skilled software developer and project manager, as well as an avid gamer. His passion for MMO games developed during his university years, influencing his career path. After graduation, he worked in the digital products sector on security, currency systems, and social applications before transitioning into the gaming industry. Drawing from his software development background, David built a team of top talent from both software and gaming industries, united by a shared vision of creating high-quality games.
The company's management style emphasizes quick iterations and efficient execution. Once a project is confirmed, the team focuses on solving core issues, a strategy ideal for independent developers. Under David’s leadership, the team uses data-driven decision-making, minimizing personal biases and fostering a diverse, inclusive approach. This methodology has helped the company make significant strides in the competitive gaming market.
VP Benjamin Gifford
Benjamin Gifford has significantly shaped the company’s culture by focusing on excellence over perfectionism and encouraging ambitious goals. His use of methods like training camps, OKRs, and MVPs has boosted team efficiency and helped achieve key milestones. The company’s flat management structure further enhances communication and decision-making, driving success.
Future: Innovation and Diversity
Meet The Team
David Guo
Co-founder & CEO
Benjamin Gifford
VP