Egosoft
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Egosoft GmbH (formerly Ego Software) is a German video game developer based in Würselen, Germany. The company was founded by Bernd Lehahn in 1988.
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Formerly | Ego Software (1988–2006) |
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Company type | Private |
Industry | Video games |
Founded | 1988; 36 years ago (1988) |
Founder | Bernd Lehahn |
Headquarters | , |
Key people | Bernd Lehahn (CEO) |
Products | X series |
Number of employees | 20[1] (2020) |
Website | egosoft |
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Egosoft is best known for its X series of video games,[2] a series of space simulator games noted for combining open-ended gameplay, dynamic market-driven economy and compelling storyline.[3][4] The series began in 1999 with X: Beyond the Frontier. Since then, the series has expanded with three sequels and three standalone expansions; the latest being X4: Foundations, released 30 November 2018.[citation needed]