Games can change the world. We believe in the power of games to effect social change: imagining a better world is the first step to creating one. We have an opportunity to amplify diverse voices, and we accept the responsibility to think critically about the messages we deliver through our narrative, our mechanics, and our aesthetics.

Our unique selves shine through. We create worlds where queer voices and LGBTQIA+ characters are able to be out and proud. We lift up the virtues we hold closest to us: openness, sincerity, and freedom of expression. We embrace the goofiness of life and having fun, and we never take “different” as an insult.

Innovation is our jam. While we have a healthy appreciation for the classics, the question that drives us to create is not “remember when?” but “what if?” Our passion is for new twists on old formulas, for the pursuit of oddball ideas, and for blending ideas together in new and unique ways.

Audience before algorithm. We’d rather craft a positive experience for our players than chase the whims of an opaque and capricious algorithm. We know what it’s like to be introverted or demand avoidant and respect those boundaries in our games. Our players trust us with their time, money, and emotional well-being, and these things are not mere tokens to be bartered for a bump in our performance numbers.

Slow-cooked to perfection. Every indie team has find their own strengths. We’re just not ever going to be that studio that’s able to produce six games a year to see what sticks, and we won’t sacrifice our mental health to try and pretend we are. The games we pursue are chosen with care and intention, and we hope you find them worth the wait.