About 505 Games

505 Games Ltd is a multi-platform interactive video games company that publishes titles across the globe. Founded in 2006 as a subsidiary of Milan-based Digital Bros, 505 Games now has offices in seven territories around the world and can draw on Digital Bros’ 20 years experience in video game distribution. 505 Games Ltd. (UK) is headquartered in Milton Keynes.

Our current key properties include the best selling series Fashion Designer and ArmA, the critically-acclaimed IL2-Sturmovik, and the first third party Nintendo DSi™ game Hair Salon. Our biggest franchise, however, is the Cooking Mama series, which is the biggest-selling third-party Nintendo DS™ title ever, having sold 1.5 million units in the UK alone.

505 Games is working with several partners to develop games based on key intellectual property, including the first ever games based on Grease and Michael Phelps. Over the years 505 Games has formed strategic partnerships with Hasbro, Sony, Rolling Stone, Warner Bros, Paramount, 20th Century Fox and Dreamworks.

The 505 Management Team

Ian Howe, President - 505 Games, America
With 20 years experience in the video games industry in both distribution and publishing, Ian has held senior roles within Maxis & Activision where he was integral in their expansion across Europe.

In 2005 Ian was responsible for the set up and structure of the current 505 Games organisation and, previously held the title of Managing Director, Europe. In July 2011, Ian will relocate to the California to become President of 505 Games North America.

Ron Scott, Managing Director – 505 Games, Europe
Our most recent addition to the executive team, Ron brings experience with him from companies such as Activision, Crave Entertainment, Warner Home Entertainment and most recently heading up Square Enix North America. Having played a principal role in Activision’s growth in North America, Ron’s knowledge of the games and publishing industries will be focussed on 505’s European operations.

In July 2011, Ron will relocate to the UK to take over the European divisions as Managing Director.

Tim Woodley – Head of Global Brand, 505 Games
Tim has brought a wealth of 15 years experience across the youth entertainment industries. Formerly from the music industry, in the last 10 years Tim has played a significant role in the success of Activision in Europe in the early 00’s and was Codemasters’ VP of Global Brand for a short time, before joining 505 Games 3 years ago. With a strong background in media, consumer communications and strategic brand management within the Entertainment and Games industries, Tim runs 505 Games’ global team of Brand Managers and is responsible for our product portfolio and long-term strategic direction.