If you’re building a mobile game, a AAA title, or even a marketing campaign that needs killer visuals, you’ve probably realized one thing: keeping an in-house 2D art team can get crazy expensive, crazy fast. Over the last decade, the Philippines has quietly turned into one of the hottest hubs on the planet for 2D game art and illustration outsourcing. English-speaking artists, rock-solid work ethic, time zones that overlap nicely with both the US and Europe, and (let’s be honest) pricing that makes finance teams smile.

In this piece we’re pulling back the curtain on the studios that consistently deliver the goods in 2026-teams that our network of game devs, startup founders, and creative directors keep going back to. No fluff, no paid placements, just the ones that actually move the needle for real projects.

Ready to scale your art pipeline without the headache? Let’s dive in.

1. NeoWork

We operate NeoWork as a staffing and operations partner that places creative talent in the Philippines (along with other roles like support, IT, and admin). When a studio needs 2D art outsourcing - whether it’s concept sheets, characters, UI kits, or animation - we match them with artists who went through the same rigorous screening we run for every position. The pipeline stays identical across disciplines: language checks, remote setup verification, aptitude tests, and final interviews.

What actually sets the experience apart is how long people stay and how selective we are upfront. We keep an annualized retention rate around 91 % and only move forward with roughly 3.2 % of everyone who applies. That combination means clients work with the same artists month after month instead of cycling through new faces, and the quality stays steady because the bar never drops.

Key Highlights:

• Places talent in the Philippines across creative and operational roles
• Annualized retention rate sits around 91 %
• Candidate acceptance lands at roughly 3.2 %

Services:

• 2D concept art and illustration
• Game UI and asset creation
• Character design
• Animation and motion graphics
• Creative virtual assistants

Contact Information:

• Website: www.neowork.com
• Email: hello@neowork.co
• Address: United States at 1065 SW 8th St, 1378, Miami, FL 33130
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/neoworkteam
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/neoworkteam
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/neoworkteam

2. Secret 6

Secret 6 works as a production partner for game developers around the world. The studio handles art outsourcing and game development with a focus on premium craftsmanship. Projects span multiple platforms, from consoles to mobile and VR.

2D art production sits alongside 3D art and VFX in the lineup. Contributions appear in titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. Custom tools support the 3D pipeline internally.

Key Highlights:

• Location in Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines
• Partnerships with studios like Naughty Dog and CD Projekt Red
• In-house development of Autodesk Maya tools

Services:

• 2D art production
• 3D art outsourcing
• VFX for cinematics
• Game development

Contact Information:

• Website: secret6.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/secret6
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/secret6inc
• Twitter: x.com/secret6inc

3. 9th Floor Studios

9th Floor Studios runs an animation outsourcing operation out of the Philippines. Character animation drives the core work for digital products. Areas cover feature films, explainer videos, game cinematics, TV spots, AR, and VR.

Hand-drawn techniques mix with modern tech in the process. The setup leverages local animation history dating back decades. English serves as the main language in daily operations.

Key Highlights:

• Base in the Philippines with animation heritage
• Focus on storytelling through appealing characters
• Adaptability for overflow work and tight deadlines

Services:

• Character animation
• Animation for feature films
• Game cinematics
• Explainer videos
• AR and VR animation

Contact Information:

• Website: www.9thfloorstudios.com

4. RALP Game Art Studio

RALP Game Art Studio operates from the Philippines with a specialization in game art. Concept art leads into 2D character designs and assets for casual games. 3D elements round out the offerings for developers.

The studio covers everything from maps to UI and animations. Revisions continue until the output fits project needs. Versatility handles full pipelines from ideas to final graphics.

Key Highlights:

• Philippines location
• One-stop for game graphics including videos
• Emphasis on quick delivery and deadline adherence

Services:

• Concept art
• 2D character art
• Casual games art
• Game UI
• Animations
• Icons

Contact Information:

• Website: www.ralpgameart.com
• Email: contact@ralpgameart.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ralp-games-studio
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/ralpgameart
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/ralpgameartstudio

5. 7th Media Digital Studios

7th Media Digital Studios sits in Makati, Manila, as a digital production outfit. Web design pairs with graphic work and animation for various formats. Explainer videos often use 2D animation to convey messages.

The range extends to e-learning modules and branding illustrations. Project management coordinates across design and development. Operations tap into local advantages for outsourcing.

Key Highlights:

• Location in Makati Central Business District
• Full-service setup for web and graphics
• Experience with diverse digital projects

Services:

• 2D animation explainer videos
• Graphic design
• Illustrations and infographics
• Web design
• eLearning modules

Contact Information:

• Website: 7thmedia.com
• Phone: +632 7728-1141
• Address: Units 1407-1408 Herrera Tower, #98 VA Rufino corner Valero Streets, Salcedo Village, Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/7th-media-digital-studios
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/7thMedia
• Twitter: x.com/7thMedia

6. Juego Studios

Juego Studios functions as a game development partner with art production at its core. The operation spans full-cycle projects where 2D assets get crafted alongside design and engineering elements. Emphasis falls on tools that speed up asset creation while keeping styles consistent across platforms like mobile and console.

Workflows here blend traditional drawing with AI-assisted methods to handle everything from characters to environments. Studios often loop in external partners for overflow work, making the setup flexible for varying project sizes. It's interesting how this mix lets smaller devs punch above their weight without building everything in-house.

Key Highlights:

• Base in India with international operations
• Use of AI tools like MidJourney and Sora in pipelines
• Focus on visual consistency in game assets

Services:

• 2D art production
• 3D art creation
• Game design integration
• Asset optimization for platforms

Contact Information:

• Website: www.juegostudio.com
• Phone: +1 940 218-5249
• Email: info.usa@juegostudio.com
• Address: 1360 Star Ct., ST. T3, Plano, TX 75074, United States
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/juego-studio
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/JuegoStudioPrivateLimited
• Twitter: x.com/juegostudio

7. KDCI

KDCI operates as a BPO provider in the Philippines, handling creative tasks that include graphic design and animation. The setup covers content creation where visuals take shape through standard software, often tied to marketing or gaming needs. Offices sit in Pasig City, easing coordination with local and remote clients.

Daily processes involve sketching out ideas into polished outputs, with checks for quality along the way. One thing that stands out is how gaming support weaves in, from initial concepts to final tweaks, filling gaps in client workflows without much fuss.

Key Highlights:

• Office in Ortigas Center, Pasig City
• Support for gaming design and execution
• Animation in graphic workflows

Services:

• Graphic design
• 2D animation
• Content creation
• Gaming quality assurance

Contact Information:

• Website: www.kdci.co
• Phone: +1 213 460 4240
• Email: info@kdci.co
• Address: 3008 One Corporate Centre, Julia Vargas Avenue, Ortigas Center, Pasig City 1605, Metro Manila, Philippines
• LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/company/key-discovery-consulting-inc
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/kdci.official.page
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/kdci_outsourcing

8. Lakshya Digital

Lakshya Digital runs art outsourcing for video games, pulling in 2D production for titles across PC and consoles. The company spreads operations across locations, including a group in Manila that contributes to asset pipelines. Handover happens smoothly, with briefs turning into deliverables that slot right into client builds.

Production lines cover everything from rough sketches to layered files ready for integration. It's kind of neat seeing how the Manila setup taps into the local talent pool, blending it with broader efforts to keep things moving on schedule.

Key Highlights:

• Presence in Manila, Philippines
• End-to-end asset production for games
• Coverage of multiple platforms

Services:

• 2D art outsourcing
• Video game visuals
• Character and environment design
• Production pipelines

Contact Information:

• Website: lakshyadigital.com
• Phone: +91 (124) 410 2086
• Email: info@lakshyadigital.com
• Address: D-32, Infocity-II, Sector – 33, Gurgaon – 122001, Haryana, India
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/lakshya-digital
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/lakshyadigital
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/lakshya.digital

9. FunGuy Studio

FunGuy Studio kicked off in Manila back in 2007 with a handful of people making Flash games and virtual worlds tied to toys. From there the operation kept growing, shifting into Facebook titles, then iOS and Android apps, and later supporting console releases for Xbox and PlayStation. These days the studio handles a mix of full game creation and art outsourcing, with 2D work still running strong next to 3D and animation.

The place keeps a gamer-first vibe - most folks drawing, coding, or composing music play games in their free time too. Besides games, the studio picks up web projects, corporate sites, and even mobile marketing gigs when the schedule allows. It’s one of those spots that started small and just kept adding new skills as platforms changed.

Key Highlights:

• Started with browser-based Flash games and kids virtual worlds
• Expanded into mobile and console support
• Works with academies and government on local industry growth

Services:

• 2D game art and animation
• 3D asset creation
• Full game development
• Mobile app design for iOS and Android
• Web development and corporate sites

Contact Information:

• Website: funguystudio.com
• Phone: (+63) 2 403 1858
• Email: corporate@funguystudio.com
• Address: Level 26, Suite P, Burgundy Corporate Center, Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave, Makati City, Metro Manila
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/funguy-studio
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/funguystudio

10. Metavurx Studios

Metavurx Studios runs out of the Philippines as a production house focused on animation and game content. Motion capture sits at the heart of many projects, feeding directly into character animation and cinematic sequences. The 2D side covers concept work, UI assets, and traditional animation when projects call for it.

The studio positions itself as a partner for bigger productions that need clean, competition-ready visuals. Workflows blend mocap cleanup with hand-drawn elements, depending on what the brief asks for. It’s fairly straightforward - bring the tech, deliver the files, move to the next job.

Key Highlights:

• Heavy emphasis on motion capture pipelines
• Base in the Philippines with entertainment focus
• Regular work on game cinematics and character performance

Services:

• Motion capture services and cleanup
• 2D animation and concept art
• Game art production
• Character animation for games and film

Contact Information:

• Website: metavurxstudios.com
• Phone: +639171444082
• Email: info@metavurxstudios.com
• Address: Ground Floor, Unit 8A, Garden Plaza Mall, 3 Subdivision Garden Villas Subdivision, City of Santa Rosa, 4026 Laguna
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/metavurxstudios
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/metavurxstudios
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/metavurxstudios
• Twitter: x.com/metavurxstudios

11. Digital Minds BPO

Digital Minds BPO handles outsourcing work out of the Philippines, with a side in creative services like graphic design and animation. The setup includes 2D art for things like illustrations and video content, often mixed with back-office support for clients needing visuals alongside admin help. Offices in Cebu City make it easy to pull from local talent pools familiar with tools like Adobe Suite.

Projects here tend to start with client briefs that evolve into layered files or simple animations. It's straightforward stuff - no fancy bells, just consistent delivery on time. One observation: the BPO angle means art work sometimes rides along with IT or customer service gigs, blending disciplines in unexpected ways.

Key Highlights:

• Location in Cebu, Philippines
• Mix of creative and business process outsourcing
• Focus on animation and graphic outputs

Services:

• 2D graphic design
• Animation production
• Illustration work
• Back-office support integration

Contact Information:

• Website: digitalmindsbpo.com
• Phone: +61 272 090 955
• Email: contact@digitalmindsbpo.com
• Address: 3F Greenwood Magsaysay Building, Magsaysay Avenue, Naga City, Philippines
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/digital-minds-bpo-services-inc.
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/DigitalMindsBPO
• Twitter: x.com/digitalmindsbpo

12. Toon City Animation

Toon City Animation started out in Manila back in 1993 doing traditional hand-drawn work for Disney Television Animation. Over the years the studio picked up projects from Universal, Warner Bros., Netflix, and others, moving between classic 2D, Harmony cut-out, and Adobe Animate rigs. Most of the heavy production still happens in the Philippines, while a newer branch in Vancouver handles pre-production and development work.

The place runs on a mix of old-school paper-and-pencil habits and modern digital pipelines. Emmy wins sit on the shelf from past shows, and the daily rhythm is pretty much turning storyboards into finished episodes or features. Nothing too flashy, just steady output for big-name clients.

Key Highlights:

• Founded in Manila in 1993
• Long-term Disney partner from the start
• Recent expansion to Vancouver for pre-production

Services:

• Traditional 2D hand-drawn animation
• Toon Boom Harmony cut-out animation
• Adobe Animate production
• Full episode and feature animation

Contact Information:

• Website: www.tooncityanimation.com
• Email: hello@tooncityvancouver.com
• Address: Bldg. A Guerrero Properties 123 Pioneer Street, Mandaluyong City 1550 Philippines
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/ToonCityAnimation
• Twitter: x.com/ToonCityPH
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/tooncityanimation

13. Studio 9 Lives

Studio 9 Lives works as a full-service animation and design house in the Philippines with a clear lean toward Japanese-style production pipelines. The crew handles everything from storyboarding to final compositing, and they’re one of the few local studios comfortable running an anime-style workflow alongside western shows. Game asset animation and sequential art also show up regularly on the schedule.

Artists here bounce between cut-out rigs, full digital 2D, and occasional 3D jobs. The setup includes in-house training from basic to advanced, which keeps the pipeline fed with fresh talent. It’s a practical spot that just keeps adding new styles as clients ask for them.

Key Highlights:

• Strong focus on Japanese animation pipeline
• In-house training programs for animators
• Mix of TV and game work

Services:

• Full 2D digital animation production
• Anime-style production
• Game asset animation
• Sequential art and illustration
• Cut-out and limited animation

Contact Information:

• Website: www.studio9lives.com
• Phone: (+63 917) 863 55 97
• Email: creatives@studio9lives.com
• Address: Unit 600, RS Building 906, Quezon Avenue, Brgy. Paligsahsan, Quezon City 1103
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/Studio9Lives
• Twitter: x.com/studio9lives
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/studio9lives

14. Coral Toon Studios

Coral Toon Studios is a newer 2D animation shop based in Manila that concentrates almost entirely on cut-out work in Toon Boom Harmony and Adobe Animate. Everything gets built for efficiency - reusable rigs, clean symbol libraries, and fast turnaround on explainer videos, commercials, or short series, whatever needs moving pictures on a budget.

The studio keeps things simple: solid pre-production, tight rigs, and polished final output. Being fresh means the pipelines are modern from day one, without much legacy baggage. Good fit for clients who already know exactly what style they want and just need it delivered without drama.

Key Highlights:

• Manila-based with focus on cut-out animation
• Built around Toon Boom Harmony and Adobe Animate
• Handles projects of varying sizes

Services:

• 2D cut-out animation
• Character rigging in Harmony
• Explainer videos and commercials
• Short-form series production

Contact Information:

• Website: www.coraltoonstudios.com
• Email: info@coraltoonstudios.com
• Address: 2001-8 Sandoval Avenue. Pinagbuhatan Pasig CIty, Metro Manila Philippines 1602

Wrapping It Up

Honestly, scrolling through all these studios left me kind of impressed with how deep the bench has gotten in the Philippines. You’ve got places that grew up on Disney sweatshop vibes now doing Netflix shows, tiny anime-focused crews that somehow nail Japanese pipelines better than half the studios in Tokyo, cut-out shops running super-clean Harmony rigs, and even broader outsourcing platforms that can drop a solid concept artist on your Slack tomorrow morning without you lifting a finger.

The common thread isn’t just lower rates (though yeah, the rates are nice). It’s that pretty much everyone here speaks fluent English, works US or EU-friendly hours, and actually plays the games or watches the cartoons they’re making assets for. That last part makes a bigger difference than people admit; when the person painting your goblin rogue also grinds the same dungeon on weekends, the details just feel right.

So if your current art backlog is giving you heartburn and your in-house folks are drowning, the Philippines isn’t some gamble anymore; it’s basically the default smart move for a lot of indie and mid-tier studios these days. Pick a studio whose reel clicks with your style, shoot them a quick email, and you’ll probably have test assets in your inbox before your next stand-up meeting.

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