Four of the five Russian game studios (80%) actively use artificial intelligence tools at different stages of game development. This is shown by the data of the general research of the Internet Development Institute (IRI), the link of Priori and the Skolkovo Fund (VEB.RF) received by.
“Who becomes a standard: 80%of the studios use it in the work, usually to write code (47.8%), create and process graphics (40.4%), as well as scenarios (28.7%) and dialog box (27.9%),” the research results said.
The study also showed that the main barriers of the industry were difficult for promoting (66.9%), financial restrictions (65.4%), depending on technology on foreign services (62.5%) and lack of personnel (36.8%).
The results of the study confirmed that the integration of AI became a mass medium in Russian studios. This helps automate habits and focuses on creativity. For us, these data are formed by industry support measures. The fact is 80% of the studios used by AI is a strong trend. General Director of a Priori Alexander Mikheev noted.
This study was one of the first types in Russia, aiming to understand the tools used in the gaming industry.
“We find that most markets are small and independent groups of 39 areas – this shows a healthy ecosystem. Despite challenges, such as financial restrictions and technology dependence, industry shows stability.
Conclusion of analysis and recommendations shall be carried out according to the results of the study will be sent to specialized organizations, management agencies and at the “game service” center of the Russian Civil Academy.
In a survey conducted from July 15 to July 28, 2025, about 140 representatives of the studio and personal developers from 39 Russian areas were involved. Geography includes the largest centers of GAMDEV (Moscow, St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk) and teams in the region. Most of the respondents are small and independent teams (90.5%). The sample presented managers (47.8%), Director of Technical and Developer (22.1%).
