Cloud Imperium



Cloud Imperium (CI) is an independent game development studio behind the development of Star Citizen.Although the actual corporate ownership is more complicated, with multiple versions of companies branded Cloud Imperium, Roberts Space Industries, and Foundry 42 in different countries. It was co-founded by game developer Chris Roberts, Sandi Gardiner, and international media attorney Ortwin Freyermuth in April 2012, with Erin Roberts joining the team in 2013.

Official Description
"Cloud Imperium Games is a new kind of independent studio dedicated to delivering AAA experiences outside the established publisher system, Founded by Chris Roberts, creator of the best selling Wing Commander and Freelancer series, Cloud Imperium is currently developing Star Citizen, a record-shattering crowd funded title that combines classic space sim gameplay with Hollywood-caliber visuals.

Cloud Imperium aims to pave new ground in game development by sharing the process with the players. Where game development was once hidden, Cloud Imperium has opted to share the process with those backing Star Citizen. Supporters come to know the team and follow them every step of the way as the game created. The community is closely engaged and their feedback Is considered in all aspects of game development, avoiding standard publicity to put Roberts’ epic vision directly in players’ hands.

Cloud Imperium Games Corporation and its subsidiary Roberts Space Industries Corp. were founded in April 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts (Wing Commander, Freelancer, Privateer) and his business partner and long-time international media attorney Ortwin Freyermuth. Operating from Los Angeles and Austin under Roberts’ leadership and using his long-standing relationships in the game space, Cloud Imperium quickly assembled a top tier development team for the creation of art assets, story elements, and an extensive prototype for Star Citizen. Once UK-based Erin Roberts joined in 2013 to contribute his extensive background in game production, the Roberts and Freyermuth added CIG’s international operations in Manchester, UK to develop the mission driven Squadron 42 which is set in Star Citizen’s first person universe. Star Citizen and Squadron 42 are being marketed and launched via. More information about the company, including jobs and contact information can be found at.

Cloud Imperium has studios in Los Angeles, California ; Austin, Texas ; Manchester, UK and Frankfurt, Germany."

- [https://www.cloudimperiumgames.com/about Cloud Imperium Games

Structure
Cloud Imperium has subsidiaries in both United States and Europe. Under the Cloud Imperium Group, companies under the name of Cloud Imperium Games act as the developer of Star Citizen, they are responsible for the development studio; companies under the name of Roberts Space Industries act as the publisher of Star Citizen, they are responsible for the sales and marketing of the game; companies under the name of Cloud Imperium Rights act as the legal agent for the group. On 2019-03-06, Foundry 42 Limited rebranded to Cloud Imperium Games Limited for brand unification.

United States

 * Cloud Imperium US, LLC

Registration: Registered in Delaware (and California), filing number 6607598 (DE), 201731210301 (CA)

Address: 12322 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 USA

Directors: Chris Roberts, Ortwin Freyermuth

Incorporated: 2017-11-07

Previously: Cloud Imperium LLC (2017-11-07 - 2018-11-08)
 * Cloud Imperium Games, LLC

Registration: Registered in California, filing number 201210110434

Address: 12322 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 USA

Directors: Ortwin Freyermuth, Christopher Roberts, Erin Roberts

Incorporated: 2012-04-10

Previously: Cloud Imperium Services, LLC (2012-04-09 - 2013-03-21)
 * Cloud Imperium Games Texas, LLC

Registration: Registered in Texas, filing number 801860496

Address: 13420 Galleria Cir. Ste A-250 Bee Cave, TX 78738 USA

Incorporated: 2012-10-02
 * Roberts Space Industries LLC

Registration: Registered in Delaware (and California in 2018-03-14), filing number 5231421 (DE), 201808710439 (CA)

Address: 12322 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 USA

Directors: Christopher Roberts, Ortwin Freyermuth, Erin Roberts

Incorporated: 2012-10-23
 * Cloud Imperium Rights, LLC

Registration: Registered in California, filing number 201723810140

Address: 12322 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 USA

Directors: Ortwin Freyermuth, Christopher Roberts, Erin Roberts

Incorporated: 2017-08-22
 * Cloud Imperium Games Corporation

Registration: Registered in Delaware (and California), filing number 5143349 (DE), C3552809 (CA)

Address: 12322 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 USA

Directors: Chris Roberts, Ortwin Freyermuth, Simon Elms

Incorporated: 2012-04-20

Europe

 * Cloud Imperium UK Limited

Registration: Registered in England and Wales, Companies House registration 8815227

Address: Freedom House, Church Street, Wilmslow, SK9 1AX United Kingdom

Directors: Ortwin Freyermuth, Christopher Roberts, Erin Roberts, Ezer Klein, Marc Nitsche, Sandi Roberts

Incorporated: 2013-12-13

Previously: Cloud Imperium Games UK Limited (2013-12-13 - 2018-12-21)
 * Cloud Imperium Games Limited

Registration: Registered in England and Wales, Companies House registration 8703814

Address: Freedom House, Church Street, Wilmslow, SK9 1AX United Kingdom

Directors: Ortwin Freyermuth, Christopher Roberts, Erin Roberts

Incorporated: 2013-09-24

Previously: Foundry 42 Limited (2013-09-24 - 2019-03-07)
 * Roberts Space Industries Germany GmbH

Registration: Registered in District court of Frankfurt am Main, registration HRB 110627

Address: Europa-Allee 52, D-60327 Frankfurt a. Main

Directors: Ortwin Freyermuth, Christopher Roberts, Erin Roberts

Incorporated: 2017
 * Roberts Space Industries International Limited

Registration: Registered in England and Wales, Companies House registration 8882924

Address: Freedom House, Church Street, Wilmslow, SK9 1AX United Kingdom

Directors: Ortwin Freyermuth, Christopher Roberts, Erin Roberts

Incorporated: 2014-02-07
 * Cloud Imperium Rights Limited

Registration: Registered in England and Wales, Companies House registration 10934694

Address: Freedom House, Church Street, Wilmslow, SK9 1AX United Kingdom

Directors: Ortwin Freyermuth, Christopher Roberts, Erin Roberts

Incorporated: 2017-08-29

Defunct entities

 * Roberts Space Industries Corp.

Registration: Registered in Delaware (and California), filing number 5231421 (DE), C3552808 (CA)

Address: 12322 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 USA

Directors: Chris Roberts, Ortwin Freyermuth, Simon Elms

Incorporated: 2012-10-23

Surrendered: 2018-03-14
 * Cloud Imperium Games, LLC

Registration: Registered in Texas, filing number 801701457

Incorporated: 2012-12-17

Official Links

 * Cloud Imperium Games website
 * Roberts Space Industries website
 * Official RSI Facebook group
 * Official RSI Youtube channel
 * Official RSI Twitter account
 * Official RSI Instagram account
 * Official Facebook Page for Squadron 42
 * Official Twitter Page for Squadron 42
 * Official Star Citizen Kickstarter Campaign