Carlit is arguably the best-known Swiss game publisher for traditional games in the Swiss market. The company was founded in 1939 in Zurich. In the early years, many classic games were introduced that are still popular today, including the ladder game, Eile mit Weile, Halma, and Schwarzer Peter. More modern classics include the Swiss Journey, game magazines, and the Swiss children's post.
Carlit + Ravensburger AG in Würenlos was established in 1970 and is an independent subsidiary of the German Ravensburger Spieleverlag GmbH. In addition to Carlit and Ravensburger games, BRIO wooden trains and Siku model vehicles are also distributed in Switzerland by Carlit + Ravensburger AG.