// PRICING TIERS
Transparent Pricing
Three engagement models built around real game development workflows. No surprises, no hidden fees — just clarity so you can focus on building.
// What's Included
- Core game loop playable prototype
- 2–4 key mechanics validated
- Placeholder art & placeholder audio
- Game design doc (GDD) outlining full vision
- Technical feasibility assessment
- Vertical slice (1–3 playable scenes)
- Performance profiling on target platforms
- Iteration cycles based on your feedback
Timeline
1–3 Weeks
Rapid iteration, fast feedback cycles
Ideal For
Founders validating a game concept, investors needing a demo, or studios stress-testing mechanics before scaling.
// What's Included
- Full game systems (combat, inventory, UI, progression)
- 5–15 hours of polished gameplay content
- Custom character art & environment art
- Original or licensed music & sound design
- Gamepad + keyboard support
- Achievement / progression system
- Localization-ready architecture (EN, ES, FR, DE)
- QA testing across target platforms
Timeline
2–4 Months
Structured sprints with weekly updates
Ideal For
Indie studios ready to ship a vertical slice for publishing, Kickstarter campaigns, or early access on Steam.
// What's Included
- Full production pipeline from GDD to gold master
- 10–40+ hours of handcrafted gameplay
- Full art direction: characters, environments, VFX
- Narrative design & voice acting direction
- Multi-platform builds (PC, console, mobile)
- Live ops infrastructure (analytics, updates)
- App store / platform submission management
- Launch marketing assets (trailer, screenshots, store page)
Timeline
6–18 Months
Phased delivery with milestones
Ideal For
Founders with funding ready to build a commercially viable game, or studios scaling a proven concept to full release.
Not sure which tier fits your project?
Every game is different. Tell us what you're building and we'll map out the right path — even if it spans multiple tiers or combines scope.
Common Questions
Can I start small and scale up later?
Yes. Many clients begin with a Prototype Sprint to validate their concept, then expand into a Full Game build once funding or traction is confirmed. We structure contracts to make this seamless.
What payment terms do you offer?
We typically structure projects with an upfront deposit (30%) and milestone-based payments tied to the Forge Process phases. For larger Full Game builds, we can discuss longer payment windows.
Who owns the IP?
You do. We operate as a work-for-hire studio. All code, art, audio, and documentation we produce is fully owned by the client upon final payment. We do not retain rights or take revenue share.
What game engines do you work with?
We primarily use Unity and Godot. Unreal Engine is available on request. Our AI pipeline works across all three — the toolchain adapts to your team's existing stack if you have one.
How do you handle scope changes mid-project?
We lock scope at contract signing. Any additions or changes are scoped separately as a change order, so budgets stay clean. Our weekly sprint reviews catch scope drift early — we communicate before costs compound.
Do you offer post-launch support?
Yes. Feature Build and Full Game clients can add post-launch support agreements covering bug fixes, balance patches, content updates, and live ops. Pricing is based on estimated hours per month.