PlayKigai

International independent game development studio. We build games and offer specialized services for studios and brands.

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Services

Indie Game Development

We build and ship our own games. Keeps us sharp, keeps us passionate.

Fortnite Creative & UGC

Help creators and streamers build polished Fortnite Creative maps. Extensive experience with Creative and Verse scripting systems.

Branded Experiences

Immersive brand experiences in games. Concept through shipping. We've worked with marquee brands on custom interactive experiences.

Strategic Consulting

Strategic guidance for studios and brands entering games or leveling up their efforts. Expertise from Epic Games, PlayStation, Twitch, and more.

About Us

PlayKigai was founded in January 2024 by Aaron Chambers and Simone Di Gravio.

But the origin of the company stretches more than a decade into the past, when they met in a random Dota 2 match.

They think they remember winning.

Our Team

Aaron Chambers

Chief Executive Officer

From the country roads of his ancestral home in West Virginia to the most famous tech campuses in Silicon Valley, Aaron's career in gaming has spanned 15 years and has included stops at some of the biggest names in the space.

A lifelong gamer whose teams have built content, products, and digital experiences enjoyed by tens of millions of people across the globe, Aaron views video games as the ultimate intersection point of technology, design, creative vision and community.

Background

Favorite Games

Dota 2, Rimworld, Stellaris, Fallout 76

Simone Di Gravio

Chief Development Officer

A world traveler in love with technology and the neuropsychology of Play, Simone strives to shape players' consciousness through games and discover new ways to entertain.

After spending a few years freelancing at the bleeding edge of XR, Simone joined Epic Games. While there, he worked with all major consoles and publishers, then transitioned to building UEFN and the Verse programming language from the ground up, educating others along the way.

Background

Favorite Games

Ōkami, Shadow of the Colossus, Metal Gear

FAQ

What services does PlayKigai offer?

We specialize in indie game development, Fortnite Creative and UGC development, branded interactive experiences, and strategic consulting for studios and brands entering the gaming space. Our team brings experience from Epic Games, PlayStation, and other industry leaders.

How long does a typical project take?

Project timelines vary depending on scope and complexity. A small Fortnite Creative map might take 4-8 weeks, while full indie game development scales with your vision. We provide detailed timelines and milestone planning after initial consultation.

Do you work with both large studios and indie developers?

Yes. We work with studios of all sizes, from AAA publishers to single-person indie teams. We're built on indie roots ourselves, so we understand the constraints and opportunities at every scale.

What platforms and engines do you develop for?

We have expertise across Unreal Engine (including UEFN for Fortnite), Unity, and other major engines. We're also experienced with Fortnite Creative tools and can advise on platform selection based on your project goals.

Do you offer post-launch support and updates?

Absolutely. We can provide ongoing support, bug fixes, content updates, and feature additions post-launch. We discuss support structure during planning to ensure your game stays healthy and evolves with player feedback.

How do we get started?

Reach out to contact@playkigai.com with a brief overview of your project, your goals, and timeline. We'll schedule a call to understand your vision and discuss how we can help bring it to life.