This diagram shows the relationships between various entities in the video game industry. Console manufacturers and first party publishers develop games in-house or outsource development to other companies. Outsourcing companies develop games under contract. Publishers then distribute the finished games to distribution and retail partners, who sell the games to consumers. Press and media help promote and advertise the games.

1. Console Manufacturers/First Party Publishers
Outsourcing
Developers Publishers
Companies
Apps
Distribution and Retail Press and Media