Games That Feel Right From The First Jump

You know your game deserves tight controls, engaging systems, and a presentation that shows its quality. We build arcade experiences and simple games with the care they need to shine.

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Wellington-based studio
Responsive development
Clear communication
Game development at Rimewood studio

Building A Game Shouldn't Feel Like Fighting Your Tools

You've got a game concept that deserves proper execution. Maybe it's a platformer with movement that needs to feel just right, or competitive features that require reliable backend work. The gap between your vision and reality can feel frustrating when technical challenges slow everything down.

Finding developers who understand both the technical requirements and the player experience can be challenging. You need someone who grasps why frame-perfect jumps matter in platformers, why leaderboard systems need careful anti-cheat design, and why game trailers require an understanding of pacing and player psychology.

Your game deserves execution that matches your vision. Whether you're working on core mechanics, competitive systems, or presentation, the right development partner makes the difference between a project that drags and one that flows naturally toward completion.

Development That Understands What Players Actually Feel

Player-First Design

Every mechanic and system starts with how players experience it. Controls, feedback, and flow come before technical implementation decisions.

Iterative Refinement

Development happens in stages with regular check-ins. You see progress as it develops, and adjustments happen naturally through the process.

Technical Clarity

Complex systems explained in plain language. You understand what's being built, why specific approaches make sense, and what to expect.

Our approach combines understanding of player experience with solid technical execution. We develop games and game features that work reliably while feeling good to play, because both aspects matter equally to your project's success.

From Concept To Polished Reality

Where Projects Often Start

  • Controls that feel slightly off, making player feedback confusing
  • Competitive systems vulnerable to cheating or manipulation
  • Marketing materials that don't communicate your game's appeal
  • Technical implementation slowing down creative iteration

What Becomes Possible

  • Movement that feels responsive and satisfying from the first playtest
  • Competitive features that players trust and engage with regularly
  • Trailers that capture attention and communicate your game's experience
  • Technical foundation supporting rapid iteration and refinement

The difference shows in player response and project momentum. When technical execution supports rather than constrains your creative vision, development becomes about refining what works instead of fighting what doesn't.

Experience That Shows In The Work

Wellington Game Development Community

Active in Wellington's game development scene since 2019, with regular participation in local game jams and developer meetups. Our work reflects the collaborative spirit of New Zealand's creative tech community.

Diverse Project Portfolio

From mobile platformers to competitive puzzle games, our portfolio spans different genres and platforms. Each project taught us something that improves our approach to new work.

Player-Focused Development

Every project includes playtesting with real players, not just internal reviews. Player feedback shapes our refinement process, ensuring games feel good to play before they ship.

Clear Communication Throughout

Regular updates keep you informed without overwhelming you. We explain technical decisions in plain language and respond to questions with the context you need.

15+

Projects Completed

5 Years

Game Development

3 Platforms

Mobile, Web, Desktop

Local

Wellington Based

Let's Talk About Your Project

Whether you're starting a new game or need specific features for an existing project, we're happy to discuss how we can help. Share some details about what you're working on, and we'll get back to you with thoughts on how to approach it.

Start With A Conversation, Not A Commitment

We understand that choosing development partners involves uncertainty. You're trusting someone with your creative vision and investment, which deserves careful consideration rather than rushed decisions.

Our initial consultation focuses on understanding your project and discussing whether we're a good fit for each other. You'll get our honest assessment of what makes sense for your situation, even if that means recommending a different approach or another developer.

There's no obligation to move forward after our conversation, and we're happy to answer questions about game development process, technical requirements, or realistic timelines regardless of whether you work with us. Good decisions come from having clear information, not from feeling pressured.

Development Services We Offer

Platformer game development

Platformer Game Development

Movement that feels responsive and satisfying. We develop platforming mechanics with attention to control precision, readable level design, and the feel that makes jumping engaging rather than frustrating.

$5,200 USD Learn More
Leaderboard system development

Leaderboard System Development

Competitive features players can trust. We build ranking systems with anti-cheat considerations, friend filtering, and display options that motivate engagement without discouraging participation.

$2,400 USD Learn More
Game trailer production

Game Trailer Production

Presentation that communicates your game's appeal. We produce trailers with attention to pacing, music selection, and the key moments that help viewers understand what makes your game worth playing.

$2,800 USD Learn More