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  • Leave it to the Wizards!

    Struggling with your game backend or multiplayer infrastructure? Leave it to the Wizards!...

    Top Services:

    • DevOps Consulting
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Capturing Reality To Design The Future

    ScanTek 3D is a San Diego-based Design & Engineering Firm that develops and enables leading edge lidar solutions that allow for high-precision 3D capture, measurement and analysis across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, construction, engineering and public safety. Our team of experts lead the...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Product Design
    • Software Development
    • Design Services
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $105/hr
  • Leading Game Development & Art Production Company

    Stepico is a European game development company with 9+ years of expertise in the industry. We are known for our mobile, PC, and console gaming solutions using Unreal and Unity game engines. Our services include both full-cycle game development, 2D/3D art production and live game operations...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • IT Services
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Creative | Positive | Innovative

    A digital art outsourcing studio specializing in full-cycle game development, cinematic video production, and high-quality 3D content. We create games, cutscenes, trailers, characters, and immersive worlds using industry-leading tools like Unreal Engine 5, Blender, and other top-tier pipelines...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    • Product Design
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Make Change. Not Noise.

    InVision Communications is a full-service engagement solutions agency that drives action through strategic and creative experiential, design, digital, and communication campaigns. By focusing on what truly matters, they deliver impactful stories that capture limited audience attention effectively...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • A Startup-Friendly IT Company

    ConsultingWhiz, a pioneering software and mobile solutions provider based in the USA, stands as a leading force in the industry...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • IoT
    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Making Technology Understandable

    Speak Geek? offers IT consulting and software development services, helping businesses leverage technology to drive innovation and efficiency...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
  • Dynamic mix of youthful ambition and seasoned expertise, is poised to push boundaries.

    At Notix, we specialize in comprehensive application software development, covering web, desktop, and mobile platforms. Our philosophy emphasizes harnessing the collective productivity of our team rather than diversifying our services, allowing us to focus solely on creating exceptional products...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • VR/AR
    • IoT
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • You dream, we will make that happen!

    Our impeccable team is a pillar of the strong foundation that solidifies your ideas into concrete concepts that make the digital world more accessible...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Software Testing
    • IT Services
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • AR, VR Game App Development Company

    GameAnax Studio Provides Immersive Technology Services in Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Mixed reality. Game App Development Company in India & USA...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
  • Experts In Innovation

    TVW is an innovation & creative development studio based in Dallas, Tx. We pride ourselves on our ability to discover unique solutions to client’s marketing challenges with technology, design, and strategy. Anything but traditional, we’re a collective of tech nerds, digital storytellers & empathetic...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Best Flutter App Development Company | Flutter App Designing

    Flutter Agency is the US Leading Flutter app development company build innovative and cutting-edge desktop apps and mobile apps using Flutter framework. Contact us today to get started!...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Leading AI Solutions, AR/VR, and Mobile App Development Company

    AI Solutions | Augmented Reality | Virtual Reality | Voice AI Agent | Mobile App | Software Development...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • IT Services
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Create Anywhere

    Wayfarer Media Studios is a boutique multimedia and design solutions agency based in Singapore. Wayfarer Media consists of a diverse and talented network of creative digital nomads located in South East Asia. Our expertise includes graphic design, motion graphics, games and web development, post-production...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • From Concept To Release

    The company provides full-cycle game development services for web, mobile, desktop, and console platforms using technologies such as PixiJS, Unity3D, and Godot. Its services cover the entire development process, from concept creation, technical documentation, and prototyping to release development, backend...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Advertising
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Building Spatial Computing Products

    BOA XR is a deep-tech XR studio headquartered in Chennai, India. We build spatial-computing products for every XR headset and smart-glass platform consumer mixed-reality games, enterprise VR applications, and a stealth computer-vision + XR platform for enterprise and defense. The spatial-computing industry...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    • IT Services
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Synodic Arc is a team of passionate developers and artists.

    Synodic Arc is a team of passionate developers and artists pushing the envelope of the next generation of games. We take ideas wherever they come, and we never want to do the same thing twice. Our goal is to create a unique player experience that reminds you of why you started playing games in the first...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • DM

    At Lumily Labs, we specialize in guiding you through the next generation of immersive user experiences, prioritizing value over hype. With our expertise, we ensure that your digital solutions not only captivate users but also deliver tangible benefits to your business...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Create Data Driven Results for the Regulated Industry Sector.

    Sliced Bread Animation, a London-based studio, creates high-impact, bespoke animations and applications for marketing and corporate communications, including virtual and augmented reality projects. Their work has garnered numerous awards for both the studio and their clients...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Vision Is Our Mission

    Kryptobees is an ISO-certified, Leading blockchain and web3 development company. We have successfully delivered over 750+ Projects on time with advanced technologies, 100+ skilled developers and 50+ experienced experts in the blockchain sector...

    Top Services:

    • Blockchain
    • AI Development
    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Think outside the nest;

    Our development and consulting studio was founded by three passionate computer engineers who share a love for software and hardware development. We relish the opportunity to tackle complex, secure, and scalable technological projects from inception to completion. In fact, we thrive on technical challenges!...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • Web Design
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Interactive. Immersive. Engineered.

    Bcube Technology Services is a Dubai-based technology studio specializing in interactive, immersive, and real-time digital experiences. Its capabilities span AR/VR, game development, real-time 3D, interactive installations, web applications and portals, and native mobile applications, using technologies such...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Blockchain
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Commitments Endured

    Sapizon technology is leading the Software Testing company in the USA that provides various testing services as well as Augmented Reality /Virtual Reality applications. We provide extensive services and expertise in developing software solutions for small and large-sized businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Wearables
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Software Testing
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • PRISMOTIC delivers award-winning motion graphics, 3D, animation, and audio solutions.

    PRISMOTIC delivers award-winning motion graphics, 3D, animation, and audio solutions for entertainment, games, education, marketing, and more. Our international team has contributed to major projects including Blade & Soul II, Okja, The Handmaiden, ATEEZs ANITEEZ series, and Yumis Cells 2. We collaborate with...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Design Services
    • VR/AR
    • Video Production
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Turning Ideas Into Shipped Product

    BigJump is a UK-based product development studio that combines experienced engineering leadership with AI-accelerated software delivery to help organizations turn ideas into launched digital products. Founded in 2003, the studio provides architecture, engineering, infrastructure, security, and AI integration...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • DevOps Consulting
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Engineering the Future

    We design, engineer, and deliver tailor-made technology solutions for startups, SMBs, and enterprises...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • AI Development
    • VR/AR
    • Product Design
    • Staff Augmentation
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • We build the best product in the world: you.

    Build Labs offers an immersive coding program tailored for emerging technology professionals, including developers and UX designers, embarking on their careers. Through meticulously structured apprenticeships, we empower these budding talents to enhance their skill sets. Additionally, Build Labs actively...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • DevOps Consulting
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design! Develop! Decentralize!

    Blocktunix distinguishes itself as a leading blockchain development company, recognized for its excellence in the field. Our team of highly skilled and adept blockchain developers ensures the consistent delivery of robust and dependable blockchain solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Blockchain
    • Mobile App Development
    • IoT
    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Inspired Technology.

    At Kreitech, we specialize in helping US companies turn their visions into reality by providing tailored software solutions and top-tier talent augmentation. Our mission is simple yet profound: to deliver high-quality software and staffing solutions that empower our clients to innovate, scale, and thrive in a...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Staff Augmentation
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • UI/UX Design
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • On demand elite tech talent

    Since 2006, X-Team has helped companies scale high-performing engineering teams by connecting them with elite remote developers from around the world...

    Top Services:

    • IoT
    • Software Testing
    • Blockchain
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Corporation Pop - Creating Deeply Engaging Interactive Experiences

    We create deeply engaging interactive experiences that connect you with your customers...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Top-notch digital transformation strategies

    For the most cutting-edge brands in the world, we offer software and hardware design and development services that range from mission-critical business applications to potent augmented and virtual reality applications...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • Blockchain
    • IoT
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Where Universes Are Built

    The Shepherds Studios builds bold, immersive brands that thrive across film, TV, games, publishing, and products. Our elite team transforms stories into connected, market-ready universes that engage audiences and drive lasting value...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Web & Mobile Application Development Experts

    We have aided companies for over 21 years in adjusting to the demands of the contemporary information technologies market...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
  • Powering Tomorrow With Intelligent Products

    Strateger AI is a full-service technology and AI solutions company dedicated to helping businesses innovate, automate operations, and scale through advanced digital solutions...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Branded Games, Gamification & Interactive Experiences

    Interactive games and gamification services that help brands capture attention, increase engagement, and create memorable digital experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Architectural renderings for developers and architects since 2013

    Architectural visualization studio in Tallinn, Estonia, making exterior and interior renderings, aerial views, 3D floor plans, animations and 360 tours for real estate developers, architects and interior designers. 1,247 projects for 215 companies in 17 countries since 2013. Send drawings and get a fixed...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Product Design
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Full-cycle Game Development & Game Co-development Partner

    Juego Studios is a full-cycle game development and co-development partner for studios and publishers worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Creative Services
    • Design Services
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    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Provide Innovate Solutions Budget Friendly

    We are an IT service based firm based in india It been around an more than a year we done around 110+ development team members done around 18+ projects covering three different tap zones working in USA Market, Asia pacific market and Europeon market...

    Top Services:

    • Staff Augmentation
    • AI Development
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Turkey's Pioneering Brand Experience Agency

    Harikalar is Turkey's pioneering brand experience agency. Since 2006, we've produced 10,000+ events for 200+ global brands including Coca-Cola, Philips, Nike and Turkish Airlines. Our in-house engineering team designs proprietary event technology AI Photo Booth Pro, GlamBot, 360 Video Booth and 90+...

    Top Services:

    • Event Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • IoT
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Software Development Company

    Royex Technologies provides AI solutions, web development, and digital marketing to grow businesses efficiently...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Blockchain
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We create tech but speak human.

    From enterprise software solutions and innovative custom maps featuring intuitive wayfinding, to cutting-edge AR and VR experiences, we specialise in crafting transformative technology...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Software Testing
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Driving Precision, Leading Quality

    We help product teams release 3x faster with AI-powered testing, smart automation, and scalable QA solutions tailored for modern applications...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • IoT
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • AI Development Company, AI Agent Development and Blockchain Development Services

    Global AI Agent Development Company - Vegavid Technology is a leading AI agent development services provider, helping enterprises build autonomous AI agents, intelligent automation solutions, and agentic AI systems that transform business operations and accelerate digital innovation worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • VR/AR
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    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Specializing in game design.

    Outpost4 is a multimedia design studio that builds apps, provides QA consulting, and design support for your brand. We build games and apps that surprise and delight. We have an eye for quality and a disciplined approach to design. We don't believe in shortcuts or AI, we are artisans and we have a...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • Audio Production
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    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • EXECUTING PERFECT IDEAS OF FUTURE

    Helping companies execute perfect ideas of future in Virtual Reality (VR), Blockchain (Hyperledger Fabric), Augmented Realty (AR), Games, Gamification, Digital transformation (Mobile, Web, Cloud) Tools & SDKs: Unity 3D, ThreeJS, ReactJS, NodeJS, ReactNative, iOS, Android, Hyperledger Fabric, AWS, Oracle...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • VR/AR
    • AI Development
    • IoT
    • Mobile App Development
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    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $32/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Shaping the future of Games.

    Gamecrio Studios is the best Game Design - Development company in USA & India with 8+ years of experience in game Design & development...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Mobile App Development
    • Blockchain
    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $18/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Transforming Ideas into Immersive Gaming Experiences.

    AppRoarr Studios is a leading game development studio with a passion for creating immersive & captivating gaming experiences. We specialize in providing end-to-end game development services, covering everything from concept ideation to post-production support...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Testing
    • VR/AR
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • ZVKY Design Studio is a leading Game Art, Game Development, Animation, and Resource Augmentation studio with 16+ years of industry expertise. With 250+ dedicated experts and 1,679+ projects delivered, ZVKY helps global gaming companies bring their vision to life...

    Top Services:

    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Blockchain
    • Mobile App Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Your Vision Is Our Mission

    Fire Bee Techno Services is an ISO-certified AI And Blockchain development company with a proven track record of 500+ successful projects. We are dedicated to turning innovative ideas into impactful solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Blockchain
    • Show more
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual & Augmented Reality Companies

What are the red flags when evaluating VR & AR agencies?

The biggest red flags when evaluating AR and VR companies are a portfolio full of demos with no real-world deployments, vague answers about device compatibility, and case studies that emphasize visual impressiveness rather than business outcomes. 

Watch for these specifically: 

  • No deployed work: Prototypes and concept demos are not the same as experiences that went live, scaled, and held up. Ask whether the work is still in use. 
  • Can't name the hardware: A serious augmented reality or virtual reality development company will immediately tell you which devices they've built for and which they haven't. Evasiveness here usually means shallow expertise. 
  • They haven't pushed back on your brief: Good AR/VR agencies will tell you if your use case doesn't need immersive technology. If they're just agreeing with everything, they're selling, not advising. 
  • No post-launch references: Building is one thing; what happened six months after launch is the real test. If they can't connect you with a client past the delivery stage, that's a problem. 

How do I know if my use case actually needs VR or AR, or if a simpler solution would perform better?

Your use case requires VR or AR when the experience depends on spatial interaction, physical simulation, or the placement of digital content in a real environment. If a video, standard app, or 3D model on a screen can deliver the same result, the simpler option is usually better, faster, and cheaper. 

A few useful checks: 

  • Does the user need to interact with the environment or just watch?  
  • Is physical scale or spatial context important?  
  • Would the experience lose value on a normal screen?  

If the answer is mostly no, you probably do not need VR or AR yet. Strong virtual and augmented reality companies will tell you that early instead of forcing immersive tech into the project. 

What do VR & AR agencies charge that most buyers don't expect?

Most buyers budget for the initial build and underestimate the ongoing costs. A VR or AR agency usually prices the experience itself, not everything needed to maintain it long term. 

The costs that surprise buyers most often: 

  • Hardware: VR headsets, AR devices, device management tools, replacements, and upgrades add up quickly.  
  • Content updates: Environments, training scenarios, and product visuals need regular updates to stay useful.  
  • Platform maintenance: Updates from companies like Meta or Apple can break compatibility, and fixes are usually billed separately.  
  • User onboarding: Employees or customers often need training, support materials, and setup help that were not included in the original scope. 

What's a realistic timeline to go from a brief to a deployable VR/AR experience?

Building an AR/VR app usually takes between 3 and 12 months, depending on the complexity, features, integrations, graphics quality, and team size. 

  • Simple AR apps: Around 3–6 months  
  • More advanced VR platforms with custom integrations and high-end graphics: 6–12+ months  

The timelines increase when the project includes: 

  • Custom 3D modeling and animations  
  • Cross-device optimization  
  • Real-time interactions  
  • Enterprise integrations  
  • Extensive testing and post-launch support 

What's the difference between a good VR/AR agency and an average one, and how do I spot it before signing?

A good VR or AR agency focuses on the problem first, not just the technology. Average agencies talk mostly about what is possible. Strong ones explain what actually makes sense for your goals, budget, and users. 

Before signing, look for these signs: 

  • They ask about your target device early and design around its limits  
  • They have a real process for testing the immersive experience with users  
  • They can talk openly about projects that went wrong and what they learned  
  • They clearly explain asset ownership, file access, and what happens if you switch vendors later  

If an AR or VR company avoids these conversations, push harder before committing. 

What's the difference between a good VR/AR agency and an average one, and how do I spot it before signing?

A good VR or AR agency focuses on the problem first, not just the technology. Average agencies talk mostly about what is possible. Strong ones explain what actually makes sense for your goals, budget, and users. 

Before signing, look for these signs: 

  • They ask about your target device early and design around its limits  
  • They have a real process for testing the immersive experience with users  
  • They can talk openly about projects that went wrong and what they learned  
  • They clearly explain asset ownership, file access, and what happens if you switch vendors later  

If an AR or VR company avoids these conversations, push harder before committing. 

How do I evaluate VR/AR work if I have no technical background?

You do not need a technical background to evaluate VR or AR agencies well. Focus on business outcomes and user experience, not the underlying technology. 

A few things to look at: 

  • Ask them to explain a past project in simple terms: the client’s goal, how success was measured, and what results they achieved.  
  • Try a real product they built, not just a polished demo. Pay attention to comfort, usability, and how natural the interaction feels.  
  • Ask how they test experiences with real users before launch.  
  • Speak to a past client and ask one question: Would you hire them again? The answer usually tells you more than a formal reference. 

What happens when the technology evolves mid-project? Who absorbs the cost of changes?

Technology changes during VR and AR projects are common. New device releases, platform updates, and SDK changes can all affect the build. If the contract does not clearly define responsibility, expect to pay for the extra work. 

Before signing, clarify: 

  • How the agency handles platform or device changes during development  
  • Which costs are covered by the original scope, and which are billed separately  
  • Whether they include a post-launch compatibility or support window  
  • What happens if companies like Meta or Apple release updates that require rework  

A strong VR or AR agency will separate technology-driven changes from client-requested scope changes and explain both clearly upfront.

How do I know if a VR/AR experience is actually driving business results vs. just looking impressive?

A VR or AR experience delivers real business value when it improves a measurable result that existed before the project started, not just when it looks impressive. 

The right metrics depend on the use case: 

  • Enterprise VR: training completion, error reduction, faster onboarding  
  • Retail AR: dwell time, conversions, purchase confidence  
  • Marketing experiences: engagement, recall, interaction rates  

What matters is comparison. You should be able to measure performance before and after launch. 

When evaluating VR or AR agencies, ask for examples where they tracked a business metric from deployment to results. If they can only show visuals and demos, that is not proof of impact. 

How do I know if a case study in VR/AR actually proves what the agency claims it does?

Most VR and AR case studies show that a project was built and looked impressive. Far fewer prove that it actually delivered results. 

To evaluate a case study properly, look for four things: 

  • What was the business goal before the project started?  
  • How was success measured?  
  • What were the actual results and over what timeframe?  
  • What was the baseline or alternative without VR/AR?  

If a case study cannot answer those clearly, it is mostly a portfolio piece, not strong evidence. 

The best VR and AR agencies can walk through at least one project end-to-end with real numbers, measurable outcomes, and clear business impact.