INVENT WITH US THE FUTURE OF GAMING

Game development studio specializing in original multi-platform games and world-class development services.

About PlayMagic Studios

PlayMagic is an independent game development studio with over twenty years of experience shaping AAA and AA titles across Console, PC, and VR. Whether partnering with leading publishers or bringing our own original visions to life, we unite technical precision with creative ambition to deliver experiences that resonate.

Our portfolio spans the full spectrum of interactive entertainment, from blockbuster franchises to bold original concepts, from immersive VR worlds to beloved licensed properties. Licensed developers for Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo since the early console generations, and pioneers who helped shape the virtual reality landscape from its inception, we've built a studio where versatility and technical mastery work hand in hand.

At the heart of every project lies a fundamental belief: that story is the soul of great games. It is this conviction that guides our work, ensuring each title we touch leaves a lasting impression.

We offer complete development solutions: full-cycle production from concept to release, cross-platform porting, and co-development partnerships that seamlessly extend your team's capabilities. Our engineering excellence, technical artistry, and design sensibility have earned the trust of publishers worldwide.

Our strength lies in a globally distributed team of seasoned professionals, united by dedicated leadership and a shared commitment to the craft.

Games We Worked On

PlayMagic's portfolio spans generations, featuring a wide variety of titles developed both in-house and in partnership with other studios.

Call of Duty Cold War gameplay screenshot

Call of Duty: Cold War

Co-development support for Activision's blockbuster FPS title

PlayStation platform Xbox platform Steam platform
Journey to Foundation VR immersive experience

Journey to Foundation VR

3D Art and World Building support for immersive VR experience

PlayStation VR platform Steam VR platform
Lost Ark MMORPG gameplay

Lost Ark

Console porting support and performance optimization for the popular online MMORPG

PlayStation platform Xbox platform Steam platform
Arktika.1 VR shooter game

Arktika.1

Prototype and support R&D for immersive VR shooter experience

Meta Quest VR platform
Reaper Actual first-person shooter

Reaper Actual

Engineering support for open-world persistent first-person shooter

Steam platform
Clockwork Revolution action RPG

Clockwork Revolution

Engineering support for AI and crowd management in action RPG

PlayStation platform Xbox platform Steam platform
RAMBO mobile action game

RAMBO

Full design and development for mobile action game on iOS and Android

iOS App Store Google Play Store
Gumball Racing mobile game

Gumball Racing

Full design and development for mobile racing game on iOS and Android

iOS App Store Google Play Store
XIII Remake cel-shaded FPS

XIII Remake

Stylized FPS remake with cel-shaded graphics for Console and PC

Nintendo Switch platform PlayStation platform Xbox platform Steam platform

Our Original Games and IPs

We create our own original games and intellectual properties

Unannounced action adventure FPS game set in 1950s

UNANNOUNCED: Action Adventure FPS

1950s B-movie nightmare, FPS action-adventure for consoles and PC

Nintendo Switch 2 PlayStation Xbox Steam
COMING SOON
Unannounced squad based extraction shooter game

UNANNOUNCED: Squad Based Extraction Shooter

Command your squad, outsmart rival teams, and extract against all odds.

Nintendo Switch 2 PlayStation Xbox Steam
COMING SOON

Game Development Services

Full-cycle development and co-dev support for games on every platform

Full-Cycle Development

Your vision, fully realized. With over two decades of experience, we take projects from first sketch to worldwide launch, building original IPs and forging publisher partnerships that get games to market.

  • Concept to Launch
  • Original IP Development
  • Publisher Partnerships

Co-Development & Outstaffing

Talent that fits like an in-house team. Our specialists embed directly into your pipeline, scaling up or down as your project demands, without the overhead.

  • Dedicated Remote Teams
  • Pipeline Integration
  • Flexible Scaling

Engineering Excellence

Rock-solid code across every major engine. From Unreal Engine 5 to Unity to fully custom solutions, we deliver performance that passes certification and exceeds expectations.

  • Unreal Engine 5
  • Unity & Custom C++
  • Custom Engines (T9 & more)

3D & Technical Art

Visuals that captivate. Our artists craft everything from stunning environments to fluid animation and polished UI, all optimized for your target platform.

  • Character & Environment Art
  • Animation & VFX
  • UI/UX & Level Design

Game Design & Creative Direction

Mechanics that hook players. We design the systems, content, and narrative flow that transform good games into unforgettable experiences.

  • Systems Design
  • Content & Narrative
  • Level Design

Cross-Platform & Porting

One game, every screen. Native builds and full platform conversions optimized for Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, Steam, Apple, and immersive VR/AR experiences.

  • Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, Steam, Apple
  • VR/AR (Quest, PSVR, PC VR)
  • Porting & Performance Optimization

Trusted by Industry Leaders

For over two decades, we have served as a strategic force multiplier, empowering major publishers and technology partners through direct collaboration and specialized team augmentation.

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Square Enix game publisher logo
Tencent Games logo
PlayStation Sony logo
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Sumo Digital studio logo
inXile Entertainment studio logo
2K Games publisher logo
Aspyr Media logo
Krome Studios logo
Smilegate game company logo
Archiact VR studio logo
Microids game publisher logo
LEGO brand logo
Reef Entertainment publisher logo
FunBox Media logo
Cartoon Network logo
Studio Canal logo
Qualcomm technology logo
Meta VR technology logo
Hi-Def technology logo
ASUS technology logo
Tobii eye tracking technology logo
Leap Motion gesture control logo
PrimeSense 3D sensing technology logo

Join Our Global Team

We embrace a worldwide remote culture, welcoming talent from every corner of the globe

Senior Unreal Engine Programmer

Full-time • Remote

Join our engineering team to architect core systems for AA/AAA projects. Proficiency in C++ and Unreal Engine 5 is essential.

C++ Unreal Engine 5 Console Dev
Apply for Unreal Engine Programmer Position

Technical Artist

Full-time • Remote

Bridge the gap between art and engineering. Optimize pipelines, shaders, and performance for high-fidelity PC and console titles.

Shaders/Materials Performance Python/Blueprints
Apply for Technical Artist Position

UI/UX Artist

Full-time • Remote

Design and implement intuitive, stylish user interfaces. Must have experience building functional menus and HUDs within Unreal.

UMG Visual Design Wireframing
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3D Animator

Full-time • Remote

Bring characters to life with high-quality gameplay animations. Experience with state machines and Control Rig for console games required.

Gameplay Animation Maya/MotionBuilder Control Rig
Apply for 3D Animator Position

Technical Game Designer (3C)

Full-time • Remote

Refine Character, Camera, and Control (3C) mechanics. Implement engaging gameplay feel using Blueprints for AA/AAA projects.

3C Mechanics Blueprints System Design
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VFX Artist

Full-time • Remote

Create spectacular visual effects using Niagara. Enhance gameplay feedback and environmental atmosphere for next-gen platforms.

Niagara Real-time VFX Fluid Simulation
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If your role isn't on the board, send a speculative application and put yourself on our radar

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