Cloud Imperium Games Is An Independent Video Game Development Studio Founded In 2012 By Chris Roberts, Sandi Gardiner, And Ortwin Freyermuth, With Erin Roberts Joining In 2013. The Company Focuses On Creating Aaa-quality Games Outside The Traditional Publisher System, Utilizing An Open Development Model That Shares Progress And Updates With The Community In Real-time. The Studio Is Known For Its Major Titles, **star Citizen**, A Crowdfunded Space Simulation Game, And **squadron 42**, A Story-driven Single-player Game. Star Citizen Has Garnered Over 3 Million Players Worldwide Who Actively Contribute To Its Development. With Multiple Studios Located In Cities Like Los Angeles, Austin, And Frankfurt, Cloud Imperium Games Employs Around 1,300 People As Of Late 2023. The Company Emphasizes Community Engagement, Allowing Players To Influence Game Design And Features, And Uses Advanced Cloud Analytics To Enhance Gameplay Elements.