is a Spanish video game developer based in Valencia. The studio was founded in 2010 by four graduates from the Polytechnic University of Valencia: Mauricio Garcia, Carlos Viola, Victor Hugo Ortega, and Daniel Perea.
The studio is best known for their work on the Blades of Time series, The Last Door, and The Book of Unwritten Tales 2. has also developed several mobile games, including The Way and Tiny Thief.
History
was founded in 2010 by Mauricio Garcia, Carlos Viola, Victor Hugo Ortega, and Daniel Perea. The studio’s first game, The Way, a mobile platformer, was released in 2011. The Way was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish as a major player in the Spanish video game industry.
In 2012, released Blades of Time, a hack-and-slash action game. Blades of Time was also a critical and commercial success, and it helped to further establish ‘s reputation as a developer of high-quality video games.
In 2013, released The Last Door, a point-and-click adventure game. The Last Door was a critical and commercial success, and it was praised for its atmosphere, story, and puzzles.
In 2015, released The Book of Unwritten Tales 2, a point-and-click adventure game. The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 was developed in collaboration with King Art Games, and it was a critical and commercial success.
In 2016, released Tiny Thief, a mobile stealth game. Tiny Thief was a critical and commercial success, and it was praised for its level design and puzzles.
In 2018, announced that they were working on a new Blades of Time game. The game is set to be released in 2023.
Games Developed
has developed a number of video games, including:
- The Way (2011)
- Blades of Time (2012)
- The Last Door (2013)
- The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 (2015)
- Tiny Thief (2016)
- Blades of Time (2023)
Awards and Recognition
has won a number of awards for their work, including:
- The Way: Best Mobile Game (IndieCade 2011)
- Blades of Time: Best Action Game (Gamelab 2012)
- The Last Door: Best Adventure Game (Gamelab 2013)
- The Book of Unwritten Tales 2: Best Adventure Game (Gamelab 2015)
Team
team consists of a number of experienced video game developers, including:
- Mauricio Garcia: CEO and Creative Director
- Carlos Viola: Art Director
- Victor Hugo Ortega: Lead Programmer
- Daniel Perea: Game Designer
Culture
is a creative and innovative studio that is passionate about making high-quality video games. The studio is committed to creating games that are both entertaining and challenging.
Future
is a rapidly growing studio with a bright future. The studio has a number of exciting projects in development, including a new Blades of Time game. is sure to continue to make a major impact on the video game industry in the years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: When was founded?
A: 2010
Q: What is ‘s most famous game?
A: Blades of Time
Q: What type of games does develop?
A: Adventure games, action games, platformers, and mobile games
Q: What awards has won?
A: Best Mobile Game (IndieCade 2011), Best Action Game (Gamelab 2012), Best Adventure Game (Gamelab 2013), and Best Adventure Game (Gamelab 2015)
Q: What is ‘s future?
A: is a rapidly growing studio with a number of exciting projects in development, including a new Blades of Time game. is sure to continue to make a major impact on the video game industry in the years to come.
Downloadable Content for Games
, known for their Blazing Strike and The Last Door series, offers downloadable content (DLC) for their games:
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Blazing Strike:
- Blazing Chrome DLC: Adds a new campaign, playable characters, and weapons to the base game.
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The Last Door:
- Collector’s Edition DLC: Includes the game’s soundtrack, digital artbook, and a behind-the-scenes documentary.
- The Last Door: Season 2 DLC: Extends the game’s story with four new episodes, puzzles, and characters.
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The Last Door: The Four Witnesses DLC: Adds four additional episodes exploring the backgrounds of characters from the base game.
Team17 Published Games
Team17, a renowned British video game publisher, has partnered with , a Spanish game development studio, to publish several of their award-winning titles. This collaboration has resulted in the release of acclaimed games such as "Blasphemous" and its sequel "Blasphemous II," which have garnered critical praise and a dedicated fan base. Team17’s support has enabled to expand their reach and share their unique vision with a wider audience.
Expansion Pack for Games
The expansion pack for games includes additional content to enhance the gameplay experience of various games from the renowned Spanish developer, . These expansions typically introduce new areas, characters, story elements, and gameplay mechanics to extend the core game experience. Notable expansions include "The Last Case of Benedict Fox," which adds a prequel campaign to the supernatural adventure game "The Last Case of Benedict Fox," and "Blasphemous: Strife and Ruin," which introduces a new playable character and expands the lore of the dark fantasy action-platformer "Blasphemous."
‘s Metroidvania Legacy
, a Spanish game development studio, has carved a niche for itself in the Metroidvania genre. Their games are known for their intricate level design, challenging gameplay, and evocative pixel art.
- The Last Door: Released in 2013, this episodic horror adventure game blends Metroidvania elements with point-and-click gameplay.
- Blasphemous: Released in 2019, this action-platformer features a dark and oppressive setting inspired by Spanish folklore.
- Moonscars: Released in 2022, this souls-like Metroidvania combines intense combat with a haunting world based on Romanian mythology.
These games showcase ‘s mastery of the Metroidvania formula, offering players immersive experiences that combine exploration, puzzle-solving, and rewarding boss battles.