Studios pay us to decide
what to ship.
Design and build, with no game-launch risk on your side. The same AI-native engine that runs our studio, pointed at yours.
From one-off projects to recurring lines.
Design + Build
Most popularWe take a concept from GDD to a playable build: the design decisions and the production, handled end to end.
MVP Partner
For foundersA branded, walkable proof you can raise on. Built fast, yours to own and demo on demand.
Ongoing Retainer
RecurringPer-update or monthly engagements for studios that want us in the loop as they scale.
Retro Paintball, from GDD to a live game.
An original Roblox shooter we designed and built end to end for a studio partner, a full cast of characters, the core loop, the economy, and the LiveOps cadence that keeps it running.
- +Original IP: characters, modes, and progression designed from a blank page
- +Playable build shipped, then tuned with balance and content passes
- +Ongoing LiveOps: update briefs, economy balancing, and analytics review
Designed & built by Smokestack as Lead Designer for a partner studio.
Two ways studios bring us in.
Original-IP games
New IP designed and built end to end, from pitch to playable prototype.
Live-game overhauls
Monetization, retention, and content passes on games already shipped.
Common questions.
How long does a review take?
Quick diagnosis: 48 hours. Full design review: 5–7 business days. Ongoing retainer: continuous, first deliverables within the first week.
What data do you need from me?
Your game link and Creator Dashboard screenshots (DAU, retention, session time, monetization, funnels). Takes about 10 minutes to gather; we'll tell you exactly what to screenshot.
Do you implement changes?
Yes. Design + Build is end-to-end, not just advice. If you'd rather keep implementation in-house, the Ongoing Retainer tier is built for that.
What's your track record?
We run our own live Roblox game (Borders RTS, 8.9M+ visits) and our own casino-game factory (Slot Forge). We apply the same diagnostic process to client games that we use on our own.
How do you protect my information?
Everything stays confidential. We don't share your metrics, code, or strategy, and we're happy to sign an NDA before starting.
How do I get started?
Email marissa@smokestackgames.com with your game link and a one-sentence description of what you need. We reply within 24 hours.