Next Level Games Inc.

	As the first studio in Vancouver to push for balance in the industry, we’ve watched many others take on the challenges of making games in a sustainable way. It’s not easy, but it’s possible and after seven years, we’re still proving that our people can work in the industry they love and still have the life they want!

Video game development has gone from the basement to the boardroom. And while we’ve never lost the passion that those first developers had, we’re professionals in the industry and focused on the business of making great games.

Next Level Games is an independent, third party, video game developer in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. We’ve developed five titles since 2002, working with industry leader, Nintendo, and some of the most recognized IP in gaming – Mario & Spider-Man.

Our long-standing relationship with Nintendo of Japan began when we were chosen to be the first North American developer entrusted with the Mario IP, developing Super Mario Strikers and Mario Strikers Charged.

Punch-Out!! is our third title with Nintendo, bringing back the classic 1990’s NES boxing game and allowing us to once again showcase our affinity for drawing inspiration from the history of an IP as we seek to create something new!

Being independent requires stamina, endurance and courageous leaders. And we’ve got those in spades. Our leadership team focuses on personal development and team dynamics. Through an inclusive and decisive design approach that puts every discipline at the table together from the start, we deliver titles that are fun and engaging.

With a core game vision and consistent communication, teams are empowered to bring their ideas to the drawing board and engage in some constructive conflict. It may sounds strange to strive for conflict in the workplace, but it’s the backbone of our studio and the key to our creative process.

For those who have the courage to sit at our table, it’s about being heard, pushing boundaries and taking an opportunity to have an impact on the games we make.