Top Game Development Companies

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 11, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 2,502 Game Development Companies as of September 2026 across 95 countries. The top-ranked firm is Argentics (5.0 stars, 29 verified reviews, $25 - $49/hr, founded 2018, Irvine). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $37, median client rating is 4.9, and 28% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Game Development Companies below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

The gaming world moves quickly — and so should your search for the right partner. Whether you're building a mobile title, an AR experience, or a full-scale console game, choosing the right game development company matters more than ever. Goodfirms has done the groundwork for you by vetting the top game development companies based on client reviews, proven portfolios, team size, and real-world expertise. Whether you're looking for studios in the USA, India, UK, UAE, or beyond, you'll find game development services worldwide, right here. Simply apply filters to shortlist developers that match your goals, project needs, and budget. 

2,502Verified firms
$37/hrMedian hourly rate
4.9 ★Median rating
95Countries
28%Have 50+ members

How this list is built: All 2,502 firms below pass Goodfirms' 4-step verification process (background check, client interviews, portfolio audit, ongoing quality review). Listings marked "Sponsored" are agencies that pay for premium placement - sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content.

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List of the Best Game Development Companies

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  • Already BAFTA winning, and pulling experience from working on games such as Alien: Isolation, No Code are mixing AAA quality with independent originality. Our first mobile game 'Super Arc Light' was a massive hit on iOS and Android, earning the coveted 'Editors Choice' from Apple on it's release. Our second full release, 'Stories Untold' was ... read No Code reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • 4J Studios is a game development studio established in 2005, based in Scotland, with offices in East Linton and Dundee. With an extremely experienced core team of designers, technology & games programmers and artists, the company’s ethos is to combine innovation, creativity and technical excellence with efficient production practices. 4J is best known for developing ... read 4J Studios reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2005
    Dundee, United Kingdom
  • WE ARE A UNIQUE TEAM OF SCIENTISTS AND GAME DEVELOPERS We develop games using big data and scientific research. Our games combine exciting gameplay and theory to educate players and boost engagement with health and science. Game Doctor have been making games since 2016 and work with universities, public sector, pharma and healthcare organisations.

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2015
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • Focus Games was founded in 2004. Our design studio is in Glasgow and we do all our own development work in this studio. We have developed over 60 game-based resources to improve training, education and engagement in health and social care. The NHS is our biggest client.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2004
    Glasgow, United Kingdom
  • We are a European Indie GameDev studio based in Bucharest, Romania. Between the members of our team, we total over 50 years of experience in producing and implementing applications spanning over all the game and software platforms and programming languages. In order to fund our own internal projects, from time to time we are offering ... read DPS Games reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2016
    Bucharest, Romania
  • Sumo Digital is one of the largest independent video game developers in the U.K., and we’re actively looking for the best talent in the world to join us. As a member of the Sumo team, you’d work on the development of games for some of the biggest names in the industry, including Microsoft, Sony, Sega, ... read Sumo Digital reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2003
    Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Strawdog are a BAFTA and Develop award nominated independent game developer of fun social and mobile games. We also create apps for children with an aim to delight! We build products for all popular distribution platforms and app stores and our team is experienced in the very latest business models and metrics driven game design, ... read Strawdog Studios reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Derby, United Kingdom
  • Boneloaf was setup by three brothers (James, Jon, and Michael Brown) to make games and toys informed by an adolescence spent watching bizarre Filmation and Hasbro cartoons, playing multiplayer arcade and console games, and drawing silly characters. For three years members of the company prototyped a series of experimental games working from geographically remote locations ... read Boneloaf reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2011
    Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • Mighty Kingdom was founded in 2011 by a small team of dreamers who loved making games, and wanted to change the way they were made. We are now a studio of over 70 creatives, all unified with these ideals: To be happy. To love the work. To make awesome games.

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2010
    Adelaide, Australia
  • Foxie Ventures aims is to bring family mobile games to life for smartphones and tablets. All our games can be played free from the App store, Google Play & Amazon. Creating magical & immersive online worlds for players to interact in is what we do, and the reason why our games have been downloaded by ... read Foxie Ventures reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Adelaide, Australia
  • Titanium Studios is an independent game developer located in Perth, Australia. Specializing in ports, our passion for hardware platforms matches our love for working on games. For us, it doesn't get any better than the challenge of efficiently transforming great products for new devices. We target most modern console, mobile and personal computer platforms. We ... read Titanium Studios reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2012
    Perth, Australia
  • Gnomic Studios, a dynamic force in the realm of game development, is devoted to crafting captivating and innovative digital experiences. With a profound love for creativity, our adept team of developers and artists collaborate seamlessly to bring imaginative worlds to life. From conception to execution, we specialize in delivering visually stunning and intellectually engaging games ... read Gnomic Studios reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2009
    Perth, Australia
  • VGW was founded by Laurence Escalante in 2010 with the vision of creating a virtual world with focus on social gaming and entertainment. After a few early iterations and continuous development, Chumba Casino was launched in 2012. Laurence and a small team of smart developers had succeeded in incorporating sweepstakes functionality into our social casino ... read VGW reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    250 - 999
    2010
    Perth, Australia
  • Mighty Plus is a mobile game development studio located in Minsk, Belarus. Our team has vast experience in game design, art and coding. Our business roots are in mobile development, advertising and gamification. Studio's founders are award winners in both advertising and mobile gaming industries. Our goal is to make games that are played by ... read Mighty plus reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Minsk, Belarus
  • Double Coconut is a boutique game design and full-scope development studio. We’re experienced in mobile free-to-play as well as PC-based web3 titles — mainly focused on casual and lighter mid-core. We have Unity specialists as well as a web / HTML5 team. We've helped build hits for clients such as Splinterlands, WB Games, EA Sports, ... read Double Coconut reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2012
    San Francisco, United States
  • At Pixune Studios, we are the vanguard of visual storytelling, specializing exclusively in top-tier 3D Animation, Game Art, and NFT Art services. Our creative haven is a convergence of ingenious Game Artists, Animators, Character Designers, and Digital Artists, all seamlessly collaborating to craft immersive worlds. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we bring dreams to ... read Pixune Studios reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2018
    Wroclaw, Poland
  • Hyper Factory Games is a cutting-edge game development studio that thrives on innovation and creativity. With a team of passionate designers, developers, and artists, we craft immersive and unforgettable gaming experiences. Our commitment to pushing boundaries in game design and technology sets us apart. We're not just game developers; we're storytellers who transport players to ... read Hyper Factory Games reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2019
    Kharkiv, Ukraine
  • RNGplay is a casino game and software development company that committed to add value to successful suppliers and operators by providing high quality casino content with taste of uniqueness and entertainment. The beauty of a game lies in its creative design and we are fortunate to have game designers and mathematicians with true passion for ... read RNGplay reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2019
  • Firesprite Games is an independent game developer working at the cutting edge of game development on the latest hardware platforms. It was founded in 2012 by a group of management and creative veterans with over 80 years of experience working in the games industry and led by Graeme Ankers. Firesprite's core misson is to deliver ... read Firesprite Ltd reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2012
    Liverpool, United Kingdom
  • Celadon Wolves is a mobile game development company that cares. We'll turn your concept into a market-ready game. We leverage Unity to build a mobile game for both Android and iOS. Our tech heroes are well versed in technology and are capable of solving complex challenges. Celadon Wolves custom mobile game development services embrace: Board ... read Celadon Wolves reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2019
    Minsk, Belarus
  • Players First & Foremost We aim to create titles that players love and get lost in, so our games are developed with them in mind from the start. We Believe in Our People We believe in building strong teams of self-motivated individuals empowered to work at their best in a supportive environment; when we’re strong ... read Gunzilla Games reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2020
    Frankfurt, Germany
  • GameYan is Group of Yantram Studio Which is leading Game Development and Movie Production Company India and USA. GameYan Studio – a brand with having Branch in New York name Yantram Animation Studio Corp. We are ISO 9001 : 2008 Certified company and also the Autodesk authorized developer. GameYan is loyal to delivering high quality ... read Game Yan Studio reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2004
    NYC, United States
  • Establishing a relationship with is the best way to get a jump start on taking care of your development needs. Over the years, we have worked with clients in a wide range of countries, including the USA, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, India etc. We have the flexibility to adjust to your design and development processes ... read Matfly Solution reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2020
  • Post Physical is a Game Development Studio with the focus on construction and technical execution of Mobile and Desktop game products. We offer technical partnership, team augmentation and outsource game development services to our clients in full-cycle game development. We provide our production, top talent and more than a decade of game industry expertise to ... read Post Physical reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2018
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • Xceptional Game Studio is a Game Development, Game publishing, Mobile App and Software as a Service company that offers development and publishing solutions from concept, development to app discovery. We have worked on diverse projects with a global customer base. With experience across all major platforms including PC, Console, IOS and Android, etc we are ... read Xceptional Game Studio reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Noida, India
  • Hey, we are PlayJoy Studios - a European game development & art outsourcing company with Ukrainian roots established 6 years ago. We are a team of professionals with 5-10 years of experience in the industry. We have great experience with mobile platforms - more than 20 games we worked on and/or successfully ported. We also ... read PlayJoy Studios reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2020
    Tallinn, Estonia
  • AnimatronX LLC is a Georgian video game development company. The studio was founded two years ago and is a union of 3 experienced teams representing AnimatronX, AG-Studio, Cybershrine. The studio works on various platforms: PC, VR, Console, Mobile. The team has a lot of outsourcing experience. Up until now, the team has received various orders ... read AnimatronX reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2021
    Tbilisi, Georgia country
  • We give the greatest mobile game development solutions, such as android game development, iOS game development, and even HTML5 game development, as an expert mobile game development company in Kerala. We hire mobile game developers who create games that have an ever-increasing number of downloads.Every project receives a tailored approach from our full-cycle mobile game ... read StuddGames reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Ernakulam, India
  • Midhard Games was formed in 2016 and has participat- ed in 50+ projects since then. That includes both outsourcing work and in-house development. We specialize in the development of: • Mobile games - 70% • HTML5 - 20% • Desktops - 10% We have more than 70 specialists in our staff who can complete all ... read Midhard Games reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
    Moscow, Russia
  • We involve ourselves in Mobile app development, game development, AR/VR, and Blockchain solutions development for our clients, mainly involved in B2B Stream.

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
    Delhi, India
  • We are a dedicated team of developers, designers, artists, programmers, and most importantly gaming & software enthusiasts, located in Lahore, Pakistan. Published 100+ games with 10 Million monthly active users on our games. We are working on web & mobile app development, blockchain-enabled web stores, NFT-based mobile games and cloud technologies.

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2018
    Lahore, Pakistan
  • GameDevelopmentCompanies is a full-fledged research and review platform that helps seekers to opt for the best gaming companies or top games. We display the record for several Gaming companies and place them in the respective list. It is a platform that lists the top-rated gaming companies, top games, and events to help you find a ... read Game Development Companies reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2022
    Gothenburg, Sweden
  • We are an independent mobile game development studio created by a group of gamers that enjoys playing games. Our team have worked together before and have passion to create fascinating stories that would bring meaningful difference in the world of gamers. At Riloat, we're passionate about bringing moments of fun, inspiration and great stories. Our ... read Riloat reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2021
    Chisinau, Moldova
  • Galaxsys offers a wide range of fast and skill games in the iGaming industry. Our game portfolio has been developed to allow our partners to increase their overall offering, improve both player acquisition and retention, and generate profitable growth. Our team is focused on continually improving both the range and variety of our in-house developed ... read Galaxsys LLC reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2021
    Yerevan, Armenia
  • YuzuGames is an innovative game studio that develops games for all platforms including Steam, App Store, Play Store, and blockchain. Our team gathers young and creative developers and designers with fresh visions. We are proud to say that we have clients from around the world who are more than satisfied with the games we’ve developed ... read YuzuGames reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2020
    Varna, Bulgaria
  • Devoted Studios is a US-based production management company made up of expert art directors, producers, and tech leads, wholly devoted to optimizing external development into a pain-free process. We create content for video games with the very best of overseas and local talent! Devoted executes external game development on a global scale. We leverage unrivaled ... read Devoted Studio reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2018
    Los Angeles, United States
  • Gamecrio Studios offers end-to-end game development services at affordable rates. Our team has experience working on the best games in the industry, including hyper-casual games, multi-player RPGs, and VR games. Over the past decade, we have developed games for mobile, PC, and web, using cutting-edge development technologies. Our range of services covers concept enhancement, concept ... read Gamecrio Studio Pvt Ltd reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2016
    Ahmedabad, India
  • Polymator Interactive Private Limited is a fast-growing mobile game development company based in India. We may be a new company, but our development team has a wealth of experience in the mobile gaming industry. Our developers are highly skilled and have a proven track record of creating engaging and profitable mobile games for iOS and ... read Polymator Interactive Private Limited reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2023
    Ahmedabad, India
  • Vertigo Games is a multi-platform VR entertainment company with offices in Rotterdam & Amsterdam (NL) and Los Angeles, California (USA).With experienced teams in the areas of Studios, Publishing and Arcades, the company develops, publishes and distributes a growing portfolio of quality VR games that offer a novel, powerful and full-featured gaming experience both in- and ... read Vertigo Games reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Agoura Hills, United States
  • Fallen Planet Studios is an independent development studio whose primary focus is the creation of immersive games and experiences for Virtual Reality (VR). Formed in 2013, Fallen Planet was one of the world’s first game development studios to focus solely on VR. We aim to deliver higher levels of immersion by using tactile interfaces, interactive ... read Fallen Planet Studios reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Southport, United Kingdom
  • RetroStyle Games is a leading game art design service provider with over 20 years of experience in the industry. The company was founded by Pavel Konstantinov and has since grown to include a team of experienced 2D artists and 3D modelers. The team at RetroStyle Games is passionate about combining trending tech with the warm ... read RetroStyle Games reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2010
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • BG Games is a Ukrainian IT company specializing in creating innovative games. The company develops engaging games, including online games, mobile applications, and virtual worlds. With incredible passion for game development, BG Games brings together highly skilled developers, designers, and marketers to create appealing products. The team takes pride in their talent in animation, visualization, ... read BG Games reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2018
    Dnipro, Ukraine
  • The energy and joyfulness of our quirky logo matches our passion to create fresh and fun gaming experiences for players. That’s why we decided to adorn our studio with this happy badge of bursting creativity. That drop of lava above it? That’s a reference to a light bulb to show that we’re always brimming with ... read Happy Volcano reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2017
  • BlackBox Realities was created to give production companies, marketing agencies and brands a place to think bigger. When you work with us you start in a plain black room, but you’ll never end there. Using VR, AR, 360 Video and Interactive Technologies we’ll create unforgettable experiences.We employ some of the top developers that specialize in ... read BlackBox Realities reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    Nashville, United States
  • A game development studio specializing in creating immersive experiences. From concept to release, we handle the full cycle of game development, encompassing design, programming, art, sound, and testing. Our passion lies in crafting captivating gameplay and stunning visuals to bring joy to players worldwide.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2023
    Jackson, United States
  • Gamer Nation is a Game Developer company in Richmond that is waiting to hear from you. That is to say, we can help you develop games that will meet your specific business or personal needs and can be flexible for desktop, web and mobile games. Whether you are looking to improve an existing system or ... read Gamer Nation reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Richmond, United States
  • Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, KeelWorks creates high quality, unique and fun entertainment experiences, with specific focus on Video Games, high-end 3D animation, Visual Effects for films and Music composition.

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • CyberPeace Cafe is a unique space that brings together individuals from all walks of life to share their experiences and ideas, and work towards a common goal.

    NA
    2 - 9
    0
    Ranchi, India

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Industry Contenders
Top-left · Y ≥ 50, X < 50
0FIRMS

Strong execution but broader service mix. High-quality generalists - good fit if your project crosses multiple disciplines in one engagement.

The Industry Leaders in detail

The 8 highest-scoring firms in the Industry Leaders quadrant. Each has both Core Competencies and 360-Performance ≥ 50. Click any card for the full profile.

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$25 - $4950 - 2492008Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Core Competencies77
360-Performance55

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Algorithm at a glance
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X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
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Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
3
Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
4
Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
5
Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

Where the firms are.

Bubble size shows how many firms each country has; colour shows its average hourly rate. Tap any country for its firm count, average rate, rating, and Value Score.

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Average hourly rates by region.

Where you hire affects what you pay by up to 3×. Comparable quality is available across regions - the rate gap between the priciest and cheapest is the single biggest lever on a project budget.

Average hourly rate · USD

SGAsia Pacific$67/hr$67
USNorth America$61/hr$61
AUOceania$59/hr$59
GBWestern Europe$53/hr$53
UAEastern Europe$50/hr$50
MXLATAM$48/hr$48
INSouth Asia$41/hr$41
ZAAfrica$40/hr$40

What the gap actually buys you

The rate gap between the highest- and lowest-cost regions is largely a cost-of-living and labor-market gap - not a quality gap. Top-tier firms in lower-cost regions routinely deliver work competitive with premium markets at a fraction of the cost.

That said, time-zone overlap, language alignment, and IP protection vary by region. Eastern Europe and LATAM hit a sweet spot: meaningful cost savings with same-day overlap for US/EU clients.

~70%

Typical cost savings when moving a $100K/year dev contract from a premium market to a top value destination - comparable skill, comparable delivery quality.

All countries ranked by Value Score.

Every country with 100+ vetted firms in this category, ranked by Value Score.

CountryFirmsAvg RateAvg RatingValue ScoreAction
INIndia662$40/hr4.883View firms
USUnited States598$61/hr4.878View firms
GBUnited Kingdom142$61/hr4.773View firms
INIndia
662 firms$40/hr4.8
Value Score83 / 100
USUnited States
598 firms$61/hr4.8
Value Score78 / 100
GBUnited Kingdom
142 firms$61/hr4.7
Value Score73 / 100

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Cost matters - but so does being able to actually talk to your developer during your workday. Here are the best destinations for each major hub.

If you're in US (PT/ET)Recommended

Look for nearshore LATAM partners - same-day collaboration, similar time zones, and 50-60% cost savings vs domestic.

MXMexico~7h overlap
ARArgentina~6h overlap
BRBrazil~5h overlap
CACanada~8h overlap
If you're in Europe (CET/GMT)Recommended

Eastern Europe is your sweet spot - 1-2h time zone shift, EU GDPR alignment, and 40-50% lower rates than Western Europe.

PLPoland~8h overlap
UAUkraine~7h overlap
RORomania~7h overlap
ZASouth Africa~8h overlap

How firms are placed on the matrix

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Sponsorship does not affect placement. PRO members receive visible badges and ad placements, but their algorithmic scores are calculated identically to free listings.

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Algorithm at a glance
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X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
2
Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
3
Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
4
Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
5
Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

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Countries with the best Value Score for game development hiring.

Ranked by a composite score blending firm count (supply), average rating (quality), and median hourly rate (cost). Affordability is weighted highest (50%), so this list surfaces actually affordable destinations rather than just-big markets.

Budget leader
India · $0-24/hr

260 firms in this tier - more than any other country, averaging 4.8 ★. Top picks: Next Big Technology(NBT), Digital Aptech, NipsApp Game Studios.

Mid-tier leader
United States · $50-99/hr

133 firms in this tier - more than any other country, averaging 4.8 ★. Top picks: Blitz Mobile Apps, CrocoApps, Algoryte.

Top tier leader
United States · $150+/hr

25 firms in this tier - more than any other country, averaging 5.0 ★. Top picks: Codiste, PreApps, ALFATEK.

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Best Value marks the densest, highest-rated, most-affordable cell per row

How the heatmap is built

Every cell in the grid above is the count of firms in (place × hourly-rate tier). Firms are placed by their published hourly rate; those without a disclosed rate are not plotted.

Top company names per cell are surfaced by Value Score - a weighted blend of affordability (50%) + rating (35%) + review volume (15%).

The "Best" ribbon marks the cell in each row where firm density, ratings, and affordability line up best - the densest, highest-quality combination.

Read the full methodology
Value Score · per firm
ValueScore = 0.50 × Affordability
+ 0.35 × Rating
+ 0.15 × Review Volume
// All sub-scores normalized 0-100
// Affordability = (1 - rate/$200) × 100
// Rating = (rating - 3) / 2 × 100
// Volume = log10(reviews+1)/log10(200) × 100

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