A Brief History of Hothead Games

Are you a fan of video games? Do you enjoy playing games developed by independent game studios? Then you're in for a treat because we're about to take you on a journey through the history of one of the coolest indie game studios in Vancouver - Hothead Games!

Hothead Games was founded in 2006 by three industry veterans who had worked at some of the biggest names in the gaming industry. They decided to break away from the big studios and create their own game development studio. Initially, Hothead created downloadable console and PC games but pivoted to mobile in 2010

Since then, Hothead Games has been dedicated to creating high-quality games that are both fun and challenging. They've developed a wide variety of games across different platforms, including mobile, PC, and consoles.

One of the things that sets Hothead Games apart from other game developers is their focus on creating games that are accessible to all players. They understand that not everyone has the same level of gaming experience or skill, so they strive to make their games fun for both casual and hardcore players.

As a Unity game developer, Hothead Games has been able to create games with stunning graphics and immersive gameplay. Unity is a powerful game engine that allows game developers to create games for multiple platforms using a single codebase. This means that Hothead Games can create games for different platforms quickly and efficiently.

Hothead Games has also been involved in game production, which involves not just game development, but also marketing and distribution. They've worked with publishers like Electronic Arts and Warner Bros. to bring their games to a wider audience.

Some of Hothead Games' most popular games include the “Superhit Baseball”, “Kill Shot" series, and "Hero Hunters”. These games have garnered millions of downloads and have received rave reviews from players and critics alike.

Hothead Games has also received several awards for their game design and video game development. They've won awards from organizations like the Canadian Video Game Awards and the Unity Awards.

Whether you're a casual gamer or a hardcore player, you're sure to find a game from Hothead Games that you'll enjoy. If you're looking for an exciting and rewarding career, Hothead Games is the perfect place to start. With a culture built on creativity, innovation, and a love for gaming, competitive salaries and benefits, a commitment to work-life balance, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and opportunities for growth and development, we're confident that you'll love working here as much as we do. Apply today and join the Hothead Games family!

Hothead Games is an indie game development studio located in Vancouver, BC. specializing in Unity game development, mobile game production, and video game design for mobile, PC, and console. Have questions? Reach out to us today.