Help us create exceptional games in a healthy, balanced work environment where creativity thrives without crunch.
View Open PositionsAt Happy Hour Games, we believe that great games come from happy, well-rested teams. Our studio culture prioritizes work-life balance, creative freedom, and personal growth, enabling our team to do their best work without burning out.
We've built a collaborative environment where every team member's voice is heard and valued. Our flat structure encourages open communication, idea sharing, and mutual support.
When you join Happy Hour Games, you become part of a team that's not just creating games, but also working to change the industry for the better by proving that exceptional games can be made without crunch.
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being, creativity, and professional growth.
Set your own schedule and work when you're most productive. We care about results, not when you clock in.
Work from anywhere in the world. Our team is fully distributed, with optional co-working opportunities.
Take the time you need to rest and recharge. We trust our team to balance their work and personal life.
Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs to support your physical and mental well-being.
Budget for courses, conferences, and resources to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
Work with talented individuals who share your passion for creating exceptional games without crunch.
While we may not have specific openings listed at the moment, we're always interested in connecting with talented individuals who share our vision of creating exceptional games in a healthy work environment.
If you're passionate about game development and our no-crunch philosophy resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you. Send us your resume and we'll keep it on file for when positions open up.
We consider applications for various roles including programming, art, design, QA, and production. When a suitable position becomes available, we'll reach out to candidates whose skills and experience align with our needs.
Send your resume and cover letter to careers@thehappyhour.games
Connect with our team on Discord to learn more about our studio culture
We've designed a streamlined, transparent hiring process to help you showcase your talents while getting to know our team and culture.
Our team carefully reviews your application, resume, and portfolio to evaluate your skills and experience. We aim to respond to all applications within one week.
A casual 30-45 minute video call with a team member to discuss your experience, our company culture, and answer any questions you might have.
Depending on the role, we may ask you to complete a small project or skills assessment. We respect your time and design these to be completed within 3-4 hours.
Meet with 2-3 team members you'd be working with to discuss technical topics, collaboration, and to get a feel for the team dynamic.
If there's a mutual fit, we'll extend an offer and work with you to ensure a smooth onboarding process into our team and culture.
Explore our open positions and become part of a team that's creating exceptional games while prioritizing well-being.
Find answers to common questions about working at Happy Hour Games.
Yes, we're serious about our no-crunch policy. We've built our entire development process and company culture around sustainable work practices. We prioritize realistic planning, clear communication, and appropriate scheduling to avoid the need for crunch. Our team members work regular hours and are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
We are a fully remote-first company, with team members working from around the world. We've built our workflows and communication around asynchronous collaboration, while still maintaining regular team meetings and contact points. We provide all the tools and support needed to work effectively from anywhere.
We're committed to helping our team members grow professionally. Each team member has access to a professional development budget, regular performance reviews with clear growth paths, and opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities. We also encourage knowledge sharing within the team through workshops and presentations.
We've designed our interview process to be thorough but respectful of your time. After an initial application review, candidates typically have a first conversation with a team member, followed by a skills assessment relevant to the role, and then a team interview. We aim to make decisions quickly and provide feedback to all candidates.
We make intentional efforts to build and maintain our culture remotely. This includes regular virtual social events, optional in-person meetups when possible, a strong focus on clear and kind communication, and an emphasis on recognizing team members' contributions. We also have dedicated channels for non-work discussions and shared interests.