Do I need my own Dev Kits?

Ideally, you should be a registered developer with Nintendo, Sony, or Microsoft to publish the game. However, we can guide you through the registration process. If you already have kits, we can work remotely or securely on-premise depending on security requirements.

How long does a port take?

A standard PC-to-Console port typically takes 3 to 6 months. This depends heavily on the complexity of the game, the state of the codebase, and how much optimization is required for the Nintendo Switch.

Can you port to all three consoles at once?

Yes. Since the Xbox and PlayStation architectures are similar (x86), we can often develop for both simultaneously. The Nintendo Switch usually requires a dedicated optimization timeline due to its unique hardware constraints.

How much does a console port cost?

Porting projects are typically fixed-price contracts based on a technical audit. Smaller indie titles may range from £15,000 to £40,000, while complex 3D titles requiring heavy optimization will be higher.

Console Porting Services

Expand Your Audience to PlayStation, Xbox & Switch

Taking a game from PC or mobile to console is more than a recompile. It demands platform-specific optimisation, redesigned input schemes, and strict compliance with Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo’s Technical Requirements Checklists (TRC / XR / Lotcheck). A failed submission can cost weeks of lost revenue. Our team has hands-on experience shipping Unity titles across PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. We handle the entire pipeline—from controller remapping and performance profiling to certification submission—so your game reaches new audiences without the platform headaches.

Our Porting Services

Nintendo Switch Porting

Full optimisation for Switch hardware constraints including memory budgets, thermal throttling, and handheld/docked resolution scaling.

PlayStation 4 & 5

Porting and optimisation targeting PS4 base and Pro, PS5 with DualSense haptics, Activity Cards, and Trophy integration.

Xbox One & Series X|S

Smart Delivery builds spanning Xbox One, Series S, and Series X with GDK integration, Achievement support, and Game Pass readiness.

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Controller Mapping & UX

Platform-native input schemes, button prompt assets, and UI layouts redesigned for gamepad-first navigation and accessibility standards.

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Certification & Compliance

End-to-end TRC (Sony), XR (Microsoft), and Lotcheck (Nintendo) compliance—we manage the submission process and fix any flags before resubmission.

Why Choose Us?

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Optimisation Experts

We profile CPU, GPU, and memory on every target platform to hit mandatory frame-rate and load-time benchmarks—no last-minute performance surprises.

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First-Time Pass Focus

Our porting checklist is built around TRC, XR, and Lotcheck requirements so your submission passes certification on the first attempt.

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Unity Specialists

Deep expertise in Unity’s console toolchains, platform-specific plugins, and IL2CPP builds means fewer surprises during the port.

Console Development Ecosystem

We integrate the native SDKs and tools required for the Big Three:

Unity

Nintendo

PlayStation

Xbox

Visual Studio

Our Porting Workflow

Every console port follows a structured, four-phase pipeline designed to get your game certified and shipping as efficiently as possible:

1. Technical Feasibility Audit

We analyse your PC/Mobile project to spot red flags immediately. We check for unsupported shaders, incompatible plugins, and memory usage that exceeds console limits (especially for Switch).

Shader & Plugin Audit: Identify unsupported shaders, middleware, and third-party plugins that won’t compile on console.
Memory & Performance Baseline: Profile CPU, GPU, and RAM usage against each target platform’s hard limits.
Risk Report: Deliver a clear feasibility document outlining scope, blockers, and estimated timeline.

2. Input & UI Adaptation

We rip out the “Keyboard & Mouse” logic and replace it with a robust Input System. We redesign UI navigation so menus can be browsed easily with a D-Pad, and ensure font sizes are readable from a “TV distance” (10ft interface design).

Controller Input System: Replace KB/M logic with Unity’s Input System supporting gamepad, gyro, and platform-specific features like DualSense haptics.
UI Navigation Overhaul: Redesign all menus for D-Pad navigation with proper focus states and button prompts.
10ft Interface Design: Scale fonts, HUD elements, and interactive areas so everything is readable and usable from TV distance.

3. Performance & Compliance

The heavy lifting. We rewrite code to meet frame-rate targets and implement platform-specific features (Save Systems, User Profiles, Trophies/Achievements). We strictly adhere to the Technical Requirements Checklist (TRC/XR).

Frame-Rate Optimisation: Rewrite hot paths, optimise shaders, and reduce draw calls to hit 30/60 fps targets on every SKU.
Platform Features: Implement Save Systems, User Profiles, Trophies/Achievements, and Activity Cards where applicable.
TRC / XR Compliance: Systematically work through the platform’s Technical Requirements Checklist to ensure first-time certification pass.

4. Submission & Gold Master

We handle the build upload and metadata configuration on the developer portals. We communicate directly with the certification teams to answer queries and resolve any final issues until the game is “Gold.”

Build Upload & Metadata: Configure store listings, age ratings, and upload final builds to Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft developer portals.
Certification Liaison: Communicate directly with platform certification teams to answer queries and resolve flags.
Gold Master: Deliver the final, certified build ready for manufacture or digital distribution.

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