PTW Expands Presence in the US with New Studio in South Carolina

PTW, a prominent provider of services to the gaming industry, has announced the launch of its newest studio in Charleston, South Carolina. The studio will operate under the leadership of Bernhard Rieder, with Sebastien Bisch overseeing as VP of operations for the Americas. This latest addition marks PTW's fourth studio in North America and boasts cutting-edge facilities tailored for next-generation testing. According to Sebastien Bisch, establishing a domestic QA solution is crucial for better serving US-based partners, and Charleston's unique blend of proximity, skilled talent, and status as a growing tech hub made it an ideal location. PTW aims to establish a center of excellence within Charleston's vibrant community and is looking forward to developing a flagship US studio. This expansion follows the company's acquisition of Ghostpunch Games, a Florida-based developer, for $13 million earlier in the year. Prior to this, PTW underwent restructuring, including the layoff of approximately 45 staff members, primarily from QA teams, in January.