The latest data shows Atomic Heart leading as the favorite domestic title among Russian players
A recent study conducted by the XYZ School of Game Design, obtained by socialbites.ca, highlights Atomic Heart as the preferred new shooter among gamers in Russia. The study also notes strong interest in other popular local games and reveals opinions from players about development studios and the future of the Russian game industry. The full study is available to editors as a copy for review and confirmation of the reported findings [Source: XYZ School of Game Design].
Beyond Atomic Heart, the study lists several titles that rank highly among residents of the Russian Federation. Noteworthy entries in the top five include the online shooter Escape from Tarkov, the turn-based strategy game Heroes of Might and Magic V, and role-playing games Pathfinder and Allods. These selections reflect a diverse taste across genres, with a notable portion of players showing loyalty to established franchises as well as to newer releases [Source: XYZ School of Game Design].
In a related section, respondents were asked to name the best Russian video game development studios. The results place 1C Game Studios at the top, recognized for titles like King’s Bounty II, Il-2 Sturmovik, and Caliber. Mundfish follows in second place with Atomic Heart, and Nival rounds out the top three with Heroes of Might and Magic. The study’s authors emphasize the breadth of studio achievements, including contributions to strategy, simulation, and RPG genres [Source: XYZ School of Game Design].
The survey also gauges sentiment about the state of the Russian game industry and its future potential. A majority of gamers, about 83%, express confidence that high-quality, big-budget Russian productions will appear in the next three years. Yet there is a more mixed or cautious mood when it comes to overall industry health: roughly 27% view the current Russian game development scene positively, while around 24% feel that the industry has more work to do. These figures suggest a nuanced picture, where strong creative momentum sits alongside ongoing challenges related to resources, infrastructure, and market dynamics [Source: XYZ School of Game Design].
Previously, socialbites.ca reported on Russia’s exploration of mixed reality technologies, including glasses designed to blend digital content with the real world in ways that could influence future mobile and gaming experiences. This broader context helps readers understand how Russia is positioning itself in the broader tech landscape, potentially affecting the domestic gaming scene in the years ahead [Source: XYZ School of Game Design].