SHIFT UP (developer); Level Infinite (publisher)

SHIFT UP is a South Korean game developer founded by artist Kim Hyung-tae. The studio is best known for visually driven games that emphasize high-fidelity character art and animation. SHIFT UP developed the mobile third-person shooter/gacha title NIKKE: The Goddess of Victory (often shortened to NIKKE) and has promoted other major projects (for example Project:EVE) that highlight cinematic action and character design. The company positions itself as an art-forward developer with a focus on narrative, stylized characters, and live-service mobile and console experiences.

Level Infinite is a global publishing brand that operates under Tencent's broader publishing ecosystem. Launched to help position and publish games worldwide, Level Infinite handles global marketing, distribution, and live-ops support for third-party and internal titles. Level Infinite acted as the global publisher for NIKKE, partnering with SHIFT UP to manage international releases, store presence, and ongoing regional...