Founded in 1988 by two ambitious developers working from an attic office in Germany, Blue Byte has grown from humble beginnings into one of Europe's most respected strategy game specialists. The company started with just 10,000 Deutsche Mark borrowed from the founder's parents and has since become synonymous with deep, engaging city-building and strategy experiences. Blue Byte is best known for developing The Settlers and Anno franchises, which have captivated players worldwide with their intricate economic systems and detailed world-building mechanics. After joining the Ubisoft family in 2001, the studio has expanded significantly and now operates three development studios across Germany with 695 employees, continuing to craft premium strategy and simulation experiences that blend traditional German game design philosophy with modern AAA production values. Their expertise in creating complex, interconnected gameplay systems has established them as pioneers in the city-building and economic simulation genres.