Yuke's

Founded in Osaka, Japan, in 1993 by Yukinori Taniguchi, the studio initially focused on utilizing 3D graphics technology for the emerging fifth-generation console market. An early milestone in their international expansion was Power Move Pro Wrestling (1996), which brought their proprietary gameplay engine to Western audiences. During this formative period, the developer also handled the Japanese PlayStation port of the Bitmap Brothers' real-time strategy game Z (1995).

Beyond their core wrestling portfolio, the company diversified into other combat sports and genres. They developed the UFC Undisputed franchise and the female-led wrestling title Rumble Roses. In 2005, the studio acquired a controlling interest in New Japan Pro-Wrestling, managing the promotion until selling its shares to Bushiroad in 2012. This deep industry connection directly informed their gameplay design. In later years, the studio branched into action games, developing Earth Defense Force: Iron Rain, and returned to American professional wrestling development with the release of AEW Fight Forever in 2023.