Design consulting
for game studios.
We help studios decide what to build next, then help them build it. Engagements are paid per update or on revenue share.
Three ways to work with us.
Design + Build
Full projectWe design the game and build it with you, from the design doc to a playable build.
MVP Partner
For foundersA playable prototype of your concept that you own and can show to partners and investors.
Ongoing Design
RecurringDesign support for a live game. We plan each update and review the results with your team.
Retro Paintball
An original Roblox arena shooter we designed and built for a partner studio. It is live on Roblox.
- +Original game design: characters, modes and progression
- +Built to a playable game, then tuned for balance
- +Update plans after launch
Designed and built by Smokestack for a partner studio.
New games and live games.
New games
Original games designed from scratch, taken to a playable build.
Live game updates
Monetization, retention and content updates for games already on Roblox.
Questions
How long does a review take?
A quick diagnosis takes 48 hours. A full design review takes 5 to 7 business days. Ongoing work delivers its first results in week one.
What do you need from me?
Your game link and screenshots from your Creator Dashboard: daily players, retention, session length, revenue and funnels. We tell you exactly which screens to capture.
Do you build, or only advise?
Both. Design + Build includes development. If your team builds in-house, Ongoing Design covers the design side.
What is your track record?
We run Borders RTS, an original Roblox game with 11.5M+ visits, and two games live on Stake. We use the same process on client games that we use on our own.
Is my information kept confidential?
Yes. We do not share your metrics, code or plans, and we sign an NDA before starting if you want one.
How do I start?
Email marissa@smokestackgames.com with your game link and a sentence on what you need.